Moving to Springfield

Uptown Kitchen & Bar

Creative takes on classic diner food in a bright, modern space with an open kitchen.

Crispy's

Pizza, sandwiches, salads and handmade calzones at a Springfield spot with a game room and kids zone.

Strings Sports Brewery

Brewery with house beers named after Jacksonville sports history and local figures, plus food like BBQ brisket sandwiches and boiled peanuts at two locations.

Dreamette Ice Cream Springfield

Ice cream shop with soft-serve cones, dipped varieties, thick milkshakes, sundaes and banana splits using original 1948 recipes, plus non-dairy and vegan options.

Simply Ke'say Boutique

A small independent women's boutique in Springfield, newly opened, carrying everyday clothing.

Florida Mining Gallery

A contemporary art gallery in Springfield showing exhibitions of work by regional artists. Small, occasional opening hours, and worth checking what is on before going.

Artessence Coffee Shop

Specialty coffee and Mexican-inspired breakfast in a space that rotates local art on the walls.

1748 Bakehouse

Bakery making innovative baked goods with unique flavors, plus breakfast and lunch items; the name references a Southern tradition of giving unexpected gifts to show care.

Morning Oil Coffee

Coffee roaster with direct relationships at origin in Guatemala; $1 from every pound supports New Boots, a program building pathways into skilled trades.

Martin Coffee Co

Specialty coffee roaster serving restaurants and hotels since 1957, roasting 100% Arabica beans with a focus on quality and consistency.