DELICIOUS! I kept seeing Carolina Jax pop up as a highly recommended restaurant in Jax and I had to try it out for myself. I stopped by on a Saturday at 11:45am and it filled up super fast! Parking is a bit of a struggle, but we found a spot in the 2 hour parking area around the corner. The restaurant itself feels comfortable and classic, like a neighborhood burger shop should (with plenty of plaques of their awards on the walls!). I was happy to be warmly welcomed by the cashier and loved seeing into the kitchen to see how fast they worked to get food out! It was great. We waited no more than 10 minutes. I had the Bacon Cheddar Burger ($10) and devoured it. I'm craving it again just thinking about it! And the Onion Rings ($6)....don't even get me started. Perfectly crisp and the right amount of batter - plus the sauce on the side was perfect with them! So so good. My boyfriend tried the Mountain Fries ($13) which he doctored up to have a different sauce than what is usually on there. They were also yummy and he really enjoyed them! I have already told my friends about Carolina Jax and cannot wait to be back!

Love everything that I've had from Carolina Jax but the riverside burger and the duval dog are my favs. Sweet potato fries are also bangin. 10/10 recommend.

We visited Carolina Jax while my parents were in town visiting and wanted burgers before heading to the airport for their flight home. I always had Carolina Jax top of mind for being the best burger spot, but as someone who does not eat meat, I never really considered visiting. First impression- parking is tricky. We parked on the side of the building then saw the sign not to park in front of the next door business, so I moved a block down. We arrived at 5 pm on a weekday, and by 5:30 the whole place was packed with people! I was excited and surprised to see that they offered a beyond meat patty for only a $2 upcharge. I went with the classic (American cheese, classic sauce, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle on toasted white bun with a beyond burger) for $11. We added a basket of fries for $7 with pink sauce ($1 more). I thought it was good, but my family that ate the real burgers especially enjoyed their meals. I was eyeing up the key lime pie milkshake, so will definitely keep that in mind for next time. The women's bathroom is hot pink with a giant picture of a pig on the wall, and it made me laugh when I opened the door. The inside was clean and comfortable. The tables filled up quick, so get there early. Thank you for accommodating a vegetarian at a burger spot!

Burgers were very good - be aware that the signature sauce is mayo based if that's not your jam. Shake was also delish. 2 recommendations if you go - plan for a potentially 30 min wait (they are moving, just customer volume) or order via Uber eats for pickup (don't try and call in Regardless of what the website suggests, they are too busy to manage the phones). I'm not salty about the wait piece bc I didn't know and didn't get a chance to research them - it was a location necessity.

Hands down, one of the best burgers I've ever had. I got the Hurricane Burger, which is a double patty smash burger, with Mac n cheese and jalapeños. Okay, that sounds heavy, but to be honest, when you're done eating it, it doesn't feel heavy at all. Delicious and feels like you're eating something light, how many times can you say that about eating a burger before? Some of the best smash burgers around!

Just when I thought Jacksonville (JaX) didn't have anything to offer a foodie like me, Carolina JAX proved me wrong. Every time I visited my mom the food options were either really bad or mediocre. But in June 2023, I decided to give Carolina JAX a shot after seeing its high ratings and enticing photos on a food app. I ordered their special, the Hurricane, without knowing it had Mac and all the toppings. And oh boy, just the Cajun fries alone were enough to tell me that this place was worth the trip. On my second visit earlier this year, I brought my daughter, who used to work at Shake Shack, and she loved it too. Coming from California, known for its great burgers (with places like In-N-Out and Easy Street), Carolina JAX blew our expectations out of the water. The flavor and quality here are consistently impressive. Food: Hurricane: 5/5 This burger includes mac & cheese and has a bit of a spicy kick. It was an absolute delight. Chicken Philly: 4.5/5 A close runner-up in terms of flavor and satisfaction. ONX: 5/5 Another standout that exceeded expectations. Chicken Sandwich: 4/5 Solid choice, but not quite as memorable as the others. Cajun Fries: 4.3/5 Flavorful and perfectly seasoned. Onion Rings: 4.5/5 Crispy and delicious, hitting the spot. Service: Carolina JAX always seems to be busy, so ordering ahead is a smart move to avoid a wait. The staff is helpful and friendly, and the place maintains a high level of cleanliness, which is always a plus. This is my go-to spot every time I visit my mom in Jacksonville. No In-N-Out, Shake Shack, or Smashburger spot in LA can compare to the cravings I have for Carolina JAX. Every visit leaves me looking forward to the next one.

Walked in and the place was fairly busy at around 2 on a Saturday. I waited in line and placed my order in less than five minutes. The hurricane burger and cajun fries came out fresh and quick. I gotta say, this is in my top five burgers of all time. The ingredients are all fresh and cooked to perfection. The jalapeños were grilled but still had a crunch. The bun was so soft and just wow. Not soggy at all. The bun was the best I've ever eaten in my life. Ample meat hanging out the sides to taste before diving in too. The fries were sold as a light seasoning and I am glad it was wrong. There was heavy cajun seasoning and it was completely mild in heat but bold in flavor. Don't expect a Slap Yo Momma thing here. Nonetheless, I tried to eat them all and failed. The only thing that didn't win me over with this Hurricane burger was the Mac and cheese. Compared to all the flavors that complimented this burger, the m&c came through blandly and really just added a texture I could have lived without. I will 1000% be returning to Carolina Jax sooner than later. I have to try everything on the menu now. This is one spot that's definitely worth the higher priced items.

Don't waste anymore time looking for a great burger, come to Carolina Jax! Hands down top 3 burger joints in the city!! The menu offers a wide array of specialty burgers topped with anything and everything you could imagine. They have smashburgers that meet all the expectations: crispy sides, thin patties, melty cheese and perfect onions/toppings. Their classic burgers are a great start but I highly recommend a specialty burger and loaded fries. If you order loaded fries, be ready to share them because they are a hefty portion that could serve as a meal themselves. I ordered the fried onion smash burger and Jax fries and after eating my entire burger and only a portion of the fries I was worthless the rest of the day. I was very pleased, full and in a food coma for hours after my meal. I will continue to choose Carolina Jax when I want a tasty, filling meal!

I wish I could give this burgers more than 5 stars! They are simply delicious and I doubt there are any better in town. These are smash style burgers combined with very creative toppings. The Riverside had a Key lime date aoli with goat cheese and an orange marmalade which was absolutely out of this world. Can wait to try all the other combinations they have (meaning I'll probably be back this week). The fries were really good, but still longs way of probably being the best fries in town.