Fox Restaurant

Just had the ultimate breakfast experience at this little gem! 🏆 The Tough Guy Omelette stole the show. I had the delicious cheese and steak omelette, couldn't ask for more! The strawberry waffle was on point, topped with whipped cream, and the cheese grits?🔥 And those biscuits, though! 🤤 Coffee with creamer was perfection, and French toast was a great touch. Also got a club sandwich to go that was outstanding….. Service was top-notch, super friendly and inviting. If you're in Jax, get ready for a breakfast knockout with a diner feel.

Hospitality and service were very good. Food was mid. Home fries and grits were very bland. Even though we asked for the corned beef hash to be "crispy and burnt" it was still wet and mushy on the inside. Asked for eggs to be fried "over medium well" with the yolk still a bit runny and the whites ALL THE WAY done, but the whites were still snotty 🤢. Scrambled eggs were overcooked. Biscuits were light and fluffy, but could have cooked for a few more minutes. My country fried steak with sausage gravy was very crispy and good. That is really the only thing I liked about my breakfast.

Cozy little place for brunch. We went after peak times on the weekend (noon-ish) and got a table immediately. Omelette was good, just dropping a star because there were very few vegetarian & gluten-free options.

The Fox is a cute and quaint restaurant, with a welcoming atmosphere. Soon as I walked in, I was greeted and sat by two handsome, smiling men (I assume are the managers or owners, not sure), which really set the tone for my meal. My server was busy with a party, so Ellen stepped in and made sure my needs were met. The other servers checked in and made sure all was well (which goes a LONG way). Team work really made the dream work. I ordered the Jaco omelet with some additions and the food was excellent! It was fresh, made the way I asked, the biscuit was soft, fluffy and divine (Im not even a biscuit eater... so I was highly impressed) even the butter was room temperature and spreadable, which makes a BIG difference to a real foodie. The service is top tier, which made the food and experience worth the money. I HIGHLY recommend my new favorite breakfast joint!

This place is amazing, ive worked in the area for 6 years and never been here, the absolute regret I feel now. The food was amazing but ther service was even better. The gentleman at the door and going fron table to table checking on everyone was awesome. Definitely going to make this a go to spot. Dont be afraid of the line out the door it moved quicker than I thought it would.

This is a great little place for breakfast or lunch. Even with a line to be seated, the wait time was not long for three of us. Cozy and lively with a retro feel, this place has an impressive menu. I loved that the cream for coffee is served in a cold glass bottle on the table. Fried green tomatoes are hands down the best I've had. My son had the biggest most flavorful burger and my husband enjoyed the crispy corned beef hash. All the staff are friendly and efficient and a man who I assumed was the manager constantly communicates with the people waiting outside as soon as a table becomes available. Definitely a must try restaurant that could easily turn you into a regular.

First time visiting, and it was great. Our waitress Alex was great. My wife had a bacon and egg sandwich with a side of sausage gravy. I told our waitress Alex I'd like an omelet and it was her choice. Food came out in no time, and I was very happy with her choice, which was The Dusty Hill. My wife enjoyed her sandwich, and my omelet was packed with flavors. Everything was great from the time we walked in until we left. It's a popular place as we were leaving. There was a line waiting for great food.

Food was worth the hype. It's so simple but so fresh and delicious. The service is funny. They are so care free. Whatever man type attitude. Don't expect to feel like your at a 5 star restaurant. Be ready to feel like your at your best friends house and he is cooking you some fire grub for the munchies.

I love a traditional american breakfast but i did not want to go to a regular diner, and that is how we can across this family owned restaurant less than 2 miles from our home. We had a two pancake breakfast and an omellete. The eggs are freshly cracked, the sausage tastes like heaven and does not compare to anything store bought, it tastes homemade! The pancakes had a nice toasty color on the bottom and also you can tell they make the batter every mornig. The biscuit was TO DIE FOR, it is sooooo soft and flavorful. We had it with the sausage gravy and it was a hit. The service was one of the best i have ever had. Very attentive, refilled my coffee as soon as it was half way, refilled our waters often, checked on us all the time and had such a positive energy that made it feel very welcoming and homey. The ambiance reminds me of a cozy home, every person that walked was so happy to be there, the staff love what they do and all the wall decor adds to the history of this restaurant. 10/10 experience!

If you love diners and live in or around Avondale, then you need to try this spot. A classic diner with delicious food, I don't know how you could not love Fox. There's always a line for brunch on the weekend but it moves fast. My go-to is the tuna melt. I add bacon and red onion to it and it's delicious - gooey with crunchy bacon and thinly shaved red onion. I've watched them make it from the bar and was appalled by the insane amount of salt and butter, but it's so good I would still get it again. The pimento cheese burger is also excellent: cheesy and with a great sear - they cook it to medium which I would not necessarily ask for but I do like here. Onion rings are delicious. The booths are a fun place to sit at and admire all the hokey decorations. The bar is also a great spot if it's just you and a partner. This place is not large enough for a group bigger than four. Service is great - super friendly and funny. We have a great time every time we come here!

The Fox is one of my favorite spots to grab breakfast on the weekend! There's usually a crowd, so I try to get there either early morning or later in the afternoon to avoid the rush. Even if I do have to wait, the line moves quickly, and the owners are often outside chatting with guests, which makes the wait bearable. My go-to meal is the French toast with grits and sweet tea, always delicious and perfectly cooked. I love sitting at the counter, where you can watch the team in action and really feel the friendly, hometown vibe. If you're looking for great food, good service, and that classic diner feel, The Fox is definitely worth the visit!

It was a Thursday morning around 9:30 and it was standing room only. In fact we had to wait outside and were the first in line (outside). It took about 25 minutes before we finally got seated, but I will give the owner kudos for continually checking on us from time to time while we waited and letting us know how much longer it would be before we got seated. The wait was worth it. I had biscuits and gravy with a side order of crispy bacon. It was all very satisfying and delicious. The endless coffee hit the spot. The old style diner played older music and made one feel super comfortable. There's bar seating as well as booths and tables inside. There's also a couple of small tables with seating outside, but in Florida's heat and humidity it's nice to sit inside this time of year. 5 stars for great food and exemplary service. Check them out, and get there early!

Great retro diner in Avondale. When you step inside, it feels like you're thrown back in time as if you're at a NYC or New Orleans diner with friendly staff. You can sit at the countertop in front of the grill. But my favorite part is that they serve the entire menu for breakfast. So you can order chili cheese fries if you wanted to start your day. Heads up: they don't serve alcohol so no mimosas. Highly recommend.

Old school diner vibe and food. Sat at the counter. Wait staff knew customers names. Food was as expected. I had the corned beef hash with eggs and rye toast with a side of fruit. Coffee was only so so but that's how I feel about most coffee served in restaurants.

The service was great, very friendly. Food was very good and OJ seemed fresh. Would go again.

Love this original-Avondale place! Only a few booths and spots at the bar; therefore, you wait in a line outside the door! But no frets... the line moves smoothly & quickly! So many great brunch choices: corned beef hash, brioche French toast, omelets, etc! There are lunch choices as well. The decor is classic, eclectic 1950s. PS - The coffee is great! Plus, the waitresses are so attentive!

I'll just say first off. I have no idea why this place isn't more popular. That being said I've heard about it for years and finally got around to trying it. When I first arrived I immediately felted welcomed because it felt like a diner with super great energy. The place was clean and just felt really at home. The servers or whomever was behind the bar asked me how many was eating in and told me to choose where I would like. I asked and pointed to confirm is a certain table was ok and they agreed. Upon sitting down we were promptly greeted and asked if we would like drinks. Those did not take long at all to come out. Then we ordered and were checked on at least once before our food arrived. Let me just say, I order scrambled eggs soft everywhere I go and very very few places have gotten them right. I didn't mention any of this and didn't even say anything more than just scrambled eggs soft. My eggs may not look like it from the picture but they were perfect! They were soft scrambled with a little runny in them exactly how I like them. My cheese grits were pretty normal and great. But the pancakes, they were way better than I was expecting. They were so good that I actually finished them all. As usually I only finish half and don't care to finish the rest. Absolutely can't wait to come back and try more items.

My favorite go to diner. I'm a sucker for their chili with a grilled cheese sandwich! Comfort food in the exact right way. Teen enjoys the blueberry waffles with fresh fruit. Fruit is always a good mix and not simply the cheap melons. Place is killer with the vibes! The man at the door is by far the coolest hostess to exist. He makes every moment worth the wait; A riot of awesome waitstaff at this place! Every employee makes this special. Parking for this place can be dicey. Usually street side parking is available down Ingleside or Riverside and is a short walk across the street from the restaurant.

The customer service we received from Sarah has to be the worst we have ever had. She would not check on us and when i was finally able to get her attention and ask for some mayo she walked away so fast i couldn't even ask for napkins. When she brought the mayo she threw it down and turned to walk away. She never looked at us or really spoke facing us. I have never had someone be so rude even when paying she thew or card in the middle of the table. I had to ask the much nicer lady for boxes and a bag because Sarah didn't help us. Our food wasn't even correct but it's ok because Sarah got to play with her phone and talk to other guest, just not us.

What a fine! We were in the area and stumbled across the Fox restaurant. Ian, the owner happened to be there, I get the feeling he is there every day, and was beyond friendly. Our server,Sarah, provided incredible insight into the menu items. She has worked there for eight years! The food here is some of the best food I have ever had at a breakfast restaurant in my life. You could eat the gravy straight out of the bowl with nothing else it is that good! The French toast is some of the best French toast I've ever had. All of their food is fantastic and you cannot go wrong. The Fox restaurant has a family atmosphere and an old-school diner vibe to it. We will definitely be going back many, many, many times!

First time here, great diner atmosphere but could use some upkeep or a refresh. The back of my side of the booth caved in whenever I sat back too far. Came for breakfast and all three of us enjoyed our omelettes. The pesto on mine was a surprisingly good addition to all the vegetables, cheese and egg. The biscuit was big, fluffy and buttery. The potatoes were cooked well but had an unusual faint taste of cinnamon. The coffee was fantastic, always happy with a place that makes a great cup of regular coffee. Service was great, our waters and coffees were never empty.

Went for the 1st time after years of living here. I know I'm late. But my friend advocated for the BLFGT served with blue cheese crumbles and a fried egg. I gotta say it is tasty. I loved the sauce on the sandwich it has great flavor and kick from the horseradish. And we got a side of biscuit and it was wise choice. Carbs on carbs. How do you go wrong.

We haven't been to The Fox in a long time and my son suggested it for breakfast for Mother's Day weekend. We arrived early and had a short wait for a table. There's always a line outside so that tells you something right there! We were waited on right away and we ordered the eggs and corned beef hash (scrambled for hubby and over easy for my son) and I had the Ortega omelette. The corned beef hash is made in house and it is fantastic! I will order it the next time we go. The Ortega omelette was delish as well and tasted so fresh with the fresh tomatoes on top. I would absolutely get it again. The biscuits were yummy and the grits were nice and creamy and had a perfect consistency. The weakest thing was the coffee, literally. But we won't hold that against them, ha ha.

Literally the best breakfast ive probably had in a while. I got the steak and eggs The steak was top tier cooked to perfect medium rare and eggs were fluffy, you also get what you pay for here. The manager and employees are nice and I love the atmosphere. It was quick and no wait and they were pretty busy. Highly highly recommend

The service and atmosphere was absolutely adorable! The manager and staff were fast and friendly! We look forward to another brunch date here

This isn't our first time but it has been over a year. We arrived around 12:30 (Sunday) and got lucky and didn't have to wait. Ellen greeted us and got our drink orders while we looked over the menus. We ordered and didn't have to wait long for our food. Our complaints: friendly staff, really attentive, too much bacon, food was cooked perfectly, really cool and fun decor. I got bacon cheeseburger with provolone and fries with side of ranch. My boyfriend got the French toast breakfast with cheesy eggs, too much bacon lol, cheesy grits. We took the extra bacon home to our pup. *We don't expect staff to be perfect and have a smile on their face at all times. They are humans working a hard job dealing with entitled ppl.

There was a line outside of the restaurant for the indoor seating on a Sunday morning, but we didn't mind to take the last 2 outside seats. The food was ok, it took a little long to get it, but we didn't mind as it was lovely out. My Greek omelette was good. The fruit cup was kinda dull and had lots of bananas. Service was great, our drink were refilled timely.

I've eaten at the Fox several times now and the breakfast is always delicious. The pancakes are not like any I have had before. They are fluffy and sweet almost like a cake and you only need a little syrup for it to be even more delicious. The bacon is always crispy and salty. I've tried the French toast which is good as well. The only breakfast item that lacks in my opinion is the turkey sausage which has been very dry. Skip that and get the bacon or regular sausage. The owner is great and takes his restaurant seriously and will come to recognize you if you visit 2+ times which is a nice feeling that I haven't experienced anywhere else in Jax. The restaurant is classic movie style diner which of course means it could use some updating but that's part of the charm. Just don't crowd around his front door and you will be fine :).

For a great breakfast or lunch- you can always count on The Fox Restaurant!! Patty Melt was mine (see pic) 5/5 Riverside omelet was hubbys 5/5 Coffee is always hot and fresh 5/5 Staff is chipper and pleasant 5/5 Decor is a riot!!! 10/5

This bustling little diner in Avondale always has a long line of eager patrons! Friendly staff, good food, and a great cup of coffee! No reservations or call aheads here, but the line outside moves quickly with consistent check ins from staff (and even a few bubbles blown our way by one waiter)! If you're looking for quick, tasty food at a good price, look no further. I'll definitely be stopping by again soon!

A little bit of an outside wait for breakfast but the (I assume) owner comes out to greet you. The Jaco and the honky tonk were yummy. Homemade biscuits very good! Good music and "eye candy" on the walls!

From beginning to end our meal at Fox was terrific! Our waitress was quick and efficient as was the seating process. You wait to be called from the line that forms outside but our wait was actually really quick considering the long line that had formed. I ordered breakfast (corn beef hash with eggs) and I wasn't disappointed. Our waitress mentioned that the corned beef hash is made in house so I couldn't resist. It's classic diner food which is what we were looking for that morning. Loved it!

The Restaurant used to be referred to as City Hall West since many elected officials would meet there for breakfast. The employees used to be friendly and courteous and at least be cordial. Now, the restaurant is outdated, a Man at the front counter asks "How many"? Without even a hello or welcome. Once seated, a waitress walks by and says "what do you want to drink" and drops a menu on the table. She returns with a drink and asks "you know what you want"? I ordered a simple breakfast of eggs, grits and toast. The food was okay but you typically eat at diners to enjoy the nostalgic setting and friendly atmosphere. If you want a basic breakfast and don't care about the overall experience then you may try this. This is nowhere close to what this diner once was.

If you have been missing out on north east USA diners this is the place to go! I felt like I was back home with the friendly wait staff and delicious food. I will dream about the French toast and all of the yummy sides I got.

Finally made it to the Fox. I dig local spots like this. A good ol greasy spoon. The food is just ok, so I had to give it a 4 instead of 5. Sorry. It also took a long time for standard grub. But I will give you that the place was slam packed. But still... lol The host dude that comes outside to shuttle people to seats based on party size - super cool. Great vibes. Checks on you occassionally thru the meal. People like that keep patrons like me coming back. The coffee needs help in there though. Ouch. Bacon is on the soggy side. Too much butter on the toast. Yeah, it is a diner. All is well. Oh, and the prices are reasonable so much respect on that. I will be back! At some point. haha

May have just found my new favorite diner! Happily greeted when we walked in, staff really made us feel welcome. Restaurant is very clean and you can tell everyone cares. My omelet was about the best I've ever had and the hubby really enjoyed his salad. Overall, we will be back!

Had a delicious omelet, and the service was fantastic. It is a really cute little diner, and I enjoyed the familiar throwback feel. Only downside is the noise level. I was meeting a friend who is deaf and speaks very softly to avoid being too loud and it was extremely challenging to have a conversation. The Fox strikes me as an excellent place to go with kids who are always too loud for a quieter venue.

My absolute #1 go-to breakfast or lunch spot in Avondale. Inexpensive but quality food served efficiently by super friendly people in a casual local diner setting. My top choice is the Larry David, but the burgers are among the best in town. Great old school breakfast featuring the classics. Seriously, there are no bad choices at The Fox. And don't let the line on weekends scare you off as it moves quickly.

The Fox is my favorite breakfast spot. It's an upgraded diner with the best service. From the owner greeting people and making conversation while you're standing in line (which moves fast, I promise) to the servers who remember that I always get a family man omelette with no cheese, it's the neighborhood spot to go. Not to mention the quirky decor and good music! Definitely recommend the omelettes, home fries, waffles (soo good), and the biscuits, which are fluffy and soft.

Decided to stop in at the Old fox restaurant. Haven't been here in many years. I figured I would give it a second chance since the first time was not very rememberable. I ordered a big waffle with strawberry toppings, and when it came out, the strawberries were heated up and the waffle became nothing but mush. I'm familiar with getting waffles at multiple different restaurants and they ask if you want strawberries or blueberries and they are on top of them but they're not heated up like hot soup. They're just cold our room temperature fruit so when the waitress came and asked me how everything was, I decided to let her know what my opinion was on the waffle as a customer that way it could help other customers in the future, know that their toppings, hot like mush. She already got an attitude for the fact that I was bringing it up to her since she was already in a mood, the first time she came to the table you can tell something was off, so I just let it go, but when I reported my opinion on the waffle, she went back there to her manager. He came out here with his arms crossed, already presenting a hostile attitude, not acustomer service service attitude . He came over here and said I heard there was a problem what was wrong with his arms crossed I told him he looked at me like I was crazy because I said the topping were completely stinging hot and so well that's how we do it and I said OK I don't want nothing free. I don't want nothing replaced. I'm just letting you know my opinion so that you can put on your menu Steamed toppings for waffles that way it doesn't cause a confusion and will prevent more negative reviews. But because of his attitude and the staff members attitude, I decided to go ahead and give them a review instead of just letting it go and giving them a great review and overlooking it. My only advice to anyone that is stopping into to get a quick bite catch up with family or friends or just have a quick lunch or breakfast . Prepare to have a side of attitude if there's anything wrong with your order. You would be better off going to another establishment thanks for listening.

Great breakfast spot! I think they could use a better quality bread for the French toast but it's still decent. The quantity is good. The bacon, eggs, & fruit cup were great. My friend got the home fries and those were stellar.

An absolute must frequent diner! The food is fantastic, the retro vibes are really enjoyable and the staff is excellent. Run, don't walk to this spot.

We were visiting from Indiana and decided to stop by the fox after finding them on yelp. Great food, and fast service. The prices are excellent especially in such a hip side of town. We loved the old school music and the art on the walls. This place was very eclectic. The food servings were a great size and you cannot go wrong if you order the biscuits. Give them a try and support local.

Dropped by and it was very busy, but was able to get a seat at the bar. Everyone was very nice and service was fast. It was $16 for breakfast, soda, and an extra biscuit to try. I got the Super Fox sub bacon for sausage. It's very chill here and would love to come early when they just open and I definitely want to give them another review. Bacon was nice and smokey. I also really liked how fluffy the biscuit was (and it wasn't burnt so that was great!).

First time and will not be the last, service was great as well as the food. Want it to be the go to Breakfast stop on Sunday. Staff are great as the price points and servings.

THE BEST BREAKFAST IN JAX!!!!! If you're looking for a delicious breakfast food, an entertaining owner who loves his restaurant, and a good atmosphere... go to The Fox!!!! Every server and chef is friendly and accommodating AND attentive. Love the owner and energy he brings to the place!

Waffle House of Avondale. Go to Southern Grounds, Brick or Pine Grove deli. Much nicer people and better food.

The menu would benefit from more options for appetizers. It's a small hole in the wall with an open kitchen so that's quaint however, seating at the bar feels narrow. Server was really sweet and service was so fast! Employees were planning on going out for a drink after work and that warmed my heart to see coworkers enjoying each others company. Their funny banter prevented me from burying myself in my phone. The walls are decorated by cool stickers and the handwashing sink says "EMPLOYEES MUST CARVE 'SLAYER' IN THEIR FOREARM BEFORE RETURNING TO WORK" I thought that was cool. This place is hip. The owner and manager complimented my Charlie Brown tattoos and we had a whole conversation of the origin of Snoopy and the staff Halloween plans and later about talent in tattoo artists and styles. I know that has nothing to do with the eating experience but I was impressed with the willingness to interact with people who will likely return due to the comraderie. When the owner of an establishment is fully involved with customers- that's rare to see. I left my wallet in my car and though I was embarrassed, server was super chill about it and upon returning, the owner ran my credit card for me since she was assisting a guest at the time. Great place. I will return.

I absolutely love this place! The décor reminds me of my childhood. The food is perfect. Every single one of the staff are amazing. And the owners are the nicest people you could ask for. You have to get there very early if you do not want to wait, but the line signifies that the food is worth it. The portions are large and the prices are very reasonable. When I want breakfast out, this is my go to place. Love it and keep up the great work!

Great spot for a tasty honest breakfast or lunch . Today I had the Nam burger and it was great, with chorizo and an egg. My wife had and loved the Mediterranean salad with added chicken and bacon. The romaine lettuce was fresh and crispy and she thoroughly enjoyed it. We both had a cup of chili which was good (not amazing but good). The service was great and the staff were working really well together. The place itself has a great home feel and hippie vintage feel and ambiance which works well for the neighborhood. We love the Fox and we return every time we are in the area.

Excellent food & service! We had 6 people in our party and enjoyed eggs, bacon, sausage, pork chops, pancakes, biscuits, grits, fruit, coffee and OJ! It got quiet when we received our food so you know it was goooood! The owner was very welcoming and came by to say hello! The best part was being their for the daily visit from one of their doggie friends who gets a piece of bacon when they past by the restaurant on her walk with her owner....so cool! There's only street parking but that won't stop us...We will definitely return!

This place really is a gem. Every employee was pleasant and kind and the service was speedy! The eggs were perfect and honestly it was one of the best biscuits I've ever had. Cute inside with a bunch of drawings from kids that have eaten there before. Definitely recommend!

It doesn't get much better than The Fox as far as delicious diners go! I enjoy everything I've ever had, but I'm mostly posting just to say that the waffle is always delicious and one of my very favorites! There's usually a bit of a wait on the weekends, but it's worth it to me. Great atmosphere and service, too.

Quaint local restaurant with traditional breakfast. Stopped here in between business meetings downtown and the food was delicious. Traditional breakfast items, cooked fresh, and great service. Close to downtown Jacksonville and great for good eats.

Best breakfast in town!! Great options on the menu for all types of flavor cravings! The coffee is great as well and is always fresh. The atmosphere is calm and cozy. Even when The Fox is busy they somehow find you a table instantly!! It is always my first choice when it comes to a sit down breakfast in town.

Place was very nice, service and food was good. I only had breakfast there but reminded me of a diner you find in most cities. I would definitely recommend and would return if back in town.

Waiter was phenomenal! There was a little bit of a wait, but the service and food was well worth it.