My husband was in Jacksonville on business and I went along. I searched the Internet for a good, high end restaurant because we love gourmet dining and great wine. Matthews seemed like the right choice but you really never know until you get there. From the moment we walked in until we were literally walked to the car by our waiter, we were in heaven. The decor is upscale while still being welcoming. The wait staff is professional without being pretentious. Our waiter was Jason and we couldn't have been more pleased. He was knowledgeable, efficient, friendly and helpful. We chose the chef's tasting and what a treat. Every course was delightful and the wines were superb. We eat at a lot of fine restaurants across the country and there are not many that compare to this one. The Ritz Carlton Buckhead in Atlanta may be one of the few we would rate as high. The price was perfect (even below what we had expected) and every detail was amazing. The portions were just right (considering how many courses there were) and nothing was a problem. I loved this place and so did my ( often difficult to please) husband. I would recommend this to anyone who truly wants a great dining experience. It is not for the young or inexperienced because I think the beauty of it would just be wasted! For experienced gourmet dinners, this is a world class treat. The Valet even left an inscribed thank you card on the dash with some foil wrapped butterscotch. Who could ask for more? Kudos to Matthews for a grand night we will long remember.
Pros: Ambience, wait staff, food choices, wine selection, friendliness, knowledge, quality, food prep, attention to detail
Cons: Not for children
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