★★★★★
Brisket was tender with a great bark and the burnt ends melted in my mouth. Live blues band on Friday night was the icing on the cake.
BBQ · Jacksonville Beach · Jacksonville
Mojo Kitchen, BBQ Pit &
Blues Bar
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The place
Mojo Kitchen, BBQ Pit & Blues Bar is a barbecue restaurant in Jacksonville Beach, Florida, located at 1500 Beach Blvd just blocks from the Atlantic Ocean. The kitchen serves slow-smoked Southern-style barbecue including brisket, pulled pork, St. Louis ribs, and burnt ends, alongside classic sides like collard greens, mac and cheese, brunswick stew, and cornbread. Live blues musicians perform on a regular schedule, giving the room its second identity as a neighborhood blues bar. The dining room is casual with reclaimed wood, neon and a full bar pouring craft beer, bourbon and frozen cocktails. Mojo is dog-friendly on the outdoor patio, accepts takeout and delivery through major platforms, and welcomes walk-ins; parking is available in a free adjacent lot. It is part of the locally owned Mojo BBQ family of Jacksonville-area restaurants.
Mojo Kitchen, BBQ Pit & Blues Bar sits on Beach Boulevard in Jacksonville Beach, a few blocks from the Atlantic and an easy walk from the pier. It is the beachside outpost of Jacksonville's locally owned Mojo BBQ family, pairing slow-smoked Southern barbecue with a stage that hosts live blues several nights a week. The mood is loud, casual and unpretentious — reclaimed wood, neon, license-plate decor and a full bar that pours craft beer, Kentucky bourbon and frozen cocktails.
The smokers turn out the standards done right: peppery beef brisket, pulled pork shoulder, St. Louis ribs, burnt ends and smoked chicken, plus a smoked turkey breast that regulars rave about. Build a two- or three-meat plate with sides like creamy mac and cheese, collards stewed with pork, brunswick stew, fried okra and jalapeño cornbread. Finish with the housemade banana pudding or a slice of key lime pie. A separate kids' menu and gluten-free options are available.
Reservations are not required — seating is first-come, first-served, with a covered patio that welcomes leashed dogs. Free parking is available in the adjacent lot. Takeout is straightforward through the website, and delivery is offered via DoorDash, Uber Eats and Grubhub. Catering for events and large groups can be booked through the Mojo BBQ catering line.
Slow-smoked brisket, ribs and burnt ends
Live blues music several nights a week
Dog-friendly outdoor patio
Free adjacent parking lot
What to expect
Expect a casual, family-friendly BBQ joint that turns into a blues bar after sunset. Order at the counter or grab a table, pick your meats and sides cafeteria-style, and settle in for live music on most weekend nights. Wait times can stretch on weekends and during Jacksonville Beach events — arrive early or call ahead for takeout. Dogs are welcome on the patio, and the kitchen is happy to accommodate gluten-free guests.
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What people are saying
★★★★★
Family-friendly, dog-friendly patio, and the mac and cheese is the best in Jax Beach. Service was quick even on a busy Saturday.
★★★★★
Solid BBQ — pulled pork sandwich and brunswick stew are my go-to. Casual vibe, big portions and a full bar with good bourbon selection.
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Frequently asked
Does Mojo Kitchen, BBQ Pit & Blues Bar take reservations?
No — seating is first-come, first-served. Large groups can call ahead, and catering bookings are handled separately through Mojo BBQ's catering line.
Is Mojo Kitchen, BBQ Pit & Blues Bar dog friendly?
Yes. Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome on the outdoor covered patio. Dogs are not permitted in the indoor dining room.
Where do I park near Mojo Kitchen, BBQ Pit & Blues Bar?
Free parking is available in the adjacent lot on Beach Boulevard. Additional street parking is typically available within a block.
What are the most popular dishes at Mojo Kitchen, BBQ Pit & Blues Bar?
The most-ordered items are the slow-smoked beef brisket, burnt ends, pulled pork sandwich, St. Louis ribs, mac and cheese, and the housemade banana pudding.
What are Mojo Kitchen, BBQ Pit & Blues Bar's hours?
Open daily — Monday and Tuesday 11am–9pm, Wednesday through Saturday 11am–10pm, and Sunday 11am–9pm. Hours can shift on holidays and live-music nights.
Does Mojo Kitchen, BBQ Pit & Blues Bar offer takeout or delivery?
Yes — takeout can be ordered through mojobbq.com or by phone at (904) 247-6636. Delivery is available through DoorDash, Uber Eats and Grubhub.
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