New Dining and Entertainment Venue 'The Block Jax' Nears Opening

The 2.5-acre family-friendly complex features an outdoor food hall, craft brewery, kids' play area, and more.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Work is nearing completion on The Block Jax, a new dining and entertainment venue coming to Jacksonville, Florida. The 2.5-acre complex will feature an outdoor food hall with eight restaurants, a craft brewery, a unique kids' play area, a live music stage, and a private dog park. Owner Daniel Moffatt has announced the grand opening weekend will be March 20-22, 2026.

Why it matters

The Block Jax represents a new type of mixed-use development in Jacksonville, blending dining, entertainment, and family-friendly amenities in a centralized location. As the city continues to grow, projects like this aim to provide residents and visitors with a dynamic, community-oriented destination.

The details

The Block Jax is located off Gate Parkway, about half a mile north of the IKEA store on Jacksonville's Southside. In addition to the food hall and brewery, the venue will include a large kids' play area, a live music stage, and a spacious private dog park. Construction crews have been working to put the final touches on the project, which the owner says will be a 'first-of-its-kind' offering for the city.

  • Construction on The Block Jax began in late 2025.
  • The grand opening weekend is scheduled for March 20-22, 2026.

The players

Daniel Moffatt

The owner and founder of The Block Jax.

Ryan Irish

The co-owner of The Block Jax.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, Grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

The Block Jax is scheduled to hold its grand opening celebration on March 20-22, 2026, marking the official debut of the new dining and entertainment complex.

The takeaway

The Block Jax represents a new model for mixed-use development in Jacksonville, blending dining, entertainment, and family-friendly amenities in a centralized location. As the city continues to grow, projects like this aim to provide residents and visitors with dynamic, community-oriented destinations.