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My top Jacksonville recs

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Are you new to the area or looking for ideas on the best restaurants, places to go, and things to do? Here are my recommendations for Jacksonville NC.
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Restaurants

 
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I haven’t had a bad meal yet. Grilled chicken tacos, pizza, shrimp po boy, everything is good!
Bubba's 33
 
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All independent coffee shops are NOT created equal. Lil Bean Cafe never disappoints. They have such good seasonal flavors and specials all year round, if you’re around in the fall, try the salted maple latte 🍁
Lil Bean Cafe

Places to go

 
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This is one of the best parks in town by far. There are multiple walking trails, play places, gazebos and ponds with ducks and turtles. It’s clean, comfortable and great for everyone.
Richard Ray Park

Things to do

 
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If you’re in need of a good gym in the area, hotworx is amazing. It’s unique and uses small sauna rooms with follow along workout videos like Pilates, yoga, isometrics and more. They also have weights in an open area in the back.
HOTWORX - Jacksonville, NC - Yopp Rd
 
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This is the best bookshop and a great way to support local. Jacksonville has many chain stores and this is a truly local option. Besides books they feature TONS of local goods from crafters to artist. A little bit of everything is for sale in the Laz...
The Lazy Daisy Bookshop