13 Gypsies
Riverside, Jacksonville
Restaurant in Jacksonville, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
13 Gypsies works for a small evening dinner in Jacksonville, especially when the occasion calls for something quieter than a large-format restaurant. It is less compelling as a drinks-first pick because the bar program is not clearly defined, so compare Orsay, Biscottis, or bb's if the night needs more polish, group flexibility, or a clearer occasion setup.
About 13 Gypsies
13 Gypsies is a Jacksonville restaurant with dinner-hour availability Tuesday through Saturday. It is closed Monday and Sunday, open Tuesday through Thursday from 5–9 PM, open Friday and Saturday from 5–10 PM.
The safest way to plan around 13 Gypsies is to treat it as an evening dinner option. If cuisine, price, chef, bar program, seating format, or awards matter for your occasion, confirm those details directly before you go.
A better fit for a dinner-hours plan than an assumption-led night
The clearest planning detail is timing: 13 Gypsies operates in the evening Tuesday through Saturday and is not a lunch option. That makes it easier to consider for a weeknight or weekend dinner plan in Jacksonville, but not for a Monday, Sunday, or lunch itinerary.
Do not choose it based on assumptions about cocktails, wine, service style, menu format, or room setup. Choose it if the hours and smart casual dress code fit your plan, check directly if the night depends on a specific menu, beverage program, allergy accommodation, takeout option, or seating preference.
Who should choose it, who should compare first
Choose it when the evening hours work for your Jacksonville dinner plan and you are comfortable checking any important details directly. Compare first if price transparency, cuisine category, awards, or a defined drinks program are central to the decision. Orsay, Biscottis, bb's are natural comparison points if you are weighing 13 Gypsies against other dining options.
For a broader Jacksonville scan, use Pearl's Jacksonville restaurants guide. If the plan needs more than dinner, the city guides for Jacksonville bars, Jacksonville hotels, Jacksonville wineries, Jacksonville experiences can help you build the rest of the night without assuming one restaurant covers every need.
Planning details
- Location
- 887 Stockton St, Jacksonville, FL 32204
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- 13gypsies.com
- Phone
- +1 904 389 0330
The take
The Take
The Vibe
13 Gypsies occupies a pre-war Avondale storefront and borrows the cadence of a European small-plates tavern, so the room feels rooted and quietly lively rather than slick or theatrical. Stockton Street’s close storefronts and actual foot traffic give the restaurant a neighborhood charm; everything about the place rewards lingering. The service intentionally resists a scripted progression of courses, and the architecture of the meal—dishes arriving in rounds when they’re ready—reinforces a relaxed, conversational pace. The result is a historic, unforced setting that invites extended evenings and slow conversation.
Best For
This is a place built for evening sharing: think small groups or couples who want a slow, social dinner rather than a timed meal. The tavern format encourages rounds of plates and communal passage of dishes, so it suits group dining, date nights and casual hangouts where the point is to linger. It’s not presented as a destination for formal business dinners or quick lunches; instead it rewards diners who come with time and curiosity and plan to let the kitchen set the rhythm of the evening.
Ordering Tips
Accept the rhythm: dishes arrive when they’re ready, not in a strict course order, so plan to order a few items and add more as the meal unfolds. Opt for sharable plates—signature items such as Roman Gnocchi, Honey Garlic Hummus and Street Style Pork Kabobs are built for passing around the table. Come with patience and a willingness to linger; the experience tightens up for guests who go with the flow and frustrates those expecting a formal, linear dinner.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy and intimate European bistro atmosphere with eclectic maximalist religious iconography and original floor tile.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
Signature Dishes
- Roman Gnocchi
- Honey Garlic Hummus
- Street Style Pork Kabobs
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Restaurant context
How 13 Gypsies compares in Jacksonville
Choose 13 Gypsies for a smaller dinner where intimacy matters more than a broad, highly signposted experience. Orsay is the stronger pick for a formal special occasion, while Biscottis and bb's make more sense for livelier meals or groups that want a more flexible plan.
The Blue Fish Restaurant is the more obvious choice when seafood is the deciding factor. Fore Score San Marco is the casual alternative if the priority is an easiergoing night rather than a dinner built around a compact room.
For value, the safer move is to match the venue to the occasion: 13 Gypsies for a quiet two-person dinner, Orsay for polish, Biscottis or bb's for sociable flexibility, The Blue Fish Restaurant when the table wants seafood from the start.
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Compare 13 Gypsies
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| 13 Gypsies | Jacksonville | 2026 Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Featured Restaurants |
| The Blue Fish Restaurant | Jacksonville | No published awards |
| Biscottis | Jacksonville | No published awards |
| Orsay | Jacksonville | Star Wine Lists 20262026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence |
| bb's | Jacksonville | No published awards |
| Fore Score San Marco | Jacksonville | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 13 Gypsies good for a special occasion?
It may fit a dinner plan if the hours work for you: Tuesday through Thursday 5–9 PM and Friday through Saturday 5–10 PM. Confirm menu, pricing, seating, any occasion-specific needs directly before you go.
Can I eat at the bar at 13 Gypsies?
Bar seating and a drinks-led format are details to confirm directly. If your priority is bar seating or drinks service, contact 13 Gypsies directly before planning the night around that detail.
Is 13 Gypsies good for solo dining?
A solo dinner may be possible during the listed evening hours, but it is best to confirm seating and availability directly before going.
What should I wear to 13 Gypsies?
The dress code is smart casual. For a Jacksonville dinner here, choose something neat and comfortable rather than overly formal.
What are alternatives to 13 Gypsies in Jacksonville?
Consider Orsay, Biscottis, bb's, The Blue Fish Restaurant, Fore Score San Marco when comparing other dining options. 13 Gypsies remains the pick to evaluate when its Jacksonville location, Tuesday-through-Saturday dinner hours, smart casual dress code match your plan.
