
The French Pantry can trace its iconic Northeast Florida roots more than 20 years to 1995 when the original owners, Tim and Barbara Felver, moved across the country from California, leaving behind careers working alongside the likes of celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck (who became a close friend) and legendary pastry chef Mary Bergin. With a passion and knack for culinary arts, the couple set out to build their next venture — a commercial baking business in a modest warehouse on Powers Avenue near Wolfson High School.
Fans line up at this weekday lunch spot offering baked goods & cafe fare in a quaint space.
Hours
| Thursday | 10 AM–2 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–2 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 10 AM–2 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–2 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–2 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 6301-1 Powers Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32217
Phone: (904) 454-8719
Website: https://www.thefrenchpantry.com/
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Reviews
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It was my first time going and I ate inside. You order at the desk and they bring your food. You don’t pick where you want to sit and they do “family style” seating so we were sat next to some strangers. It was a bit weird for me. Additionally, the space was tight so I kept having to move my chair in and lean over my food when the people wanted to pass by and also when the waitress was bringing the food to the guests sitting at the same table. We were not there for a prolonged length of time, just over an hour.
I had to continually move my chair and lean over the table throughout my meal. When the guests that were originally there left, when the waitress was cleaning their area, when new guests arrived, when they brought the new guests food. It was a lot. Even the strangers that were seated at the table made comments about how many times I had to move, how right the space was, and they were apologetic. It may be best to have a large group so you can occupy an entire table, but then I’m not sure how long you would wait to be seated while waiting for an entire table to be empty since it’s multiple parties at one table.
My food wasn’t right and no one came to check and see if everything was okay, so I went back up to the counter and had to wait behind 2 other people with my plate, while they were ordering (I don’t have an issue waiting, it’s the fact that there were 2 other people behind the counter and another register and they didn’t step forward to assist)
It was pricier than expected as well. I don’t mind spending money on good food (and it wasn’t gross, not at all, but it just wasn’t my cup of tea). My friend and I ordered 1 appetizer, 2 sandwiches, a salad, a sweet tea and lemonade and it cost about $80 not including tip.
If I returned, it would be for dessert because I didn’t try any and my friend said they were good.
I’m not a big bread fan but it’s something about fresh bread. This restaurant is a must try. The service ans the food is always consistent.
Anyhow, this remains the best bread, sandwiches and salad experience despite the off personality and maybe that will improve before our next visit.
That Turkey Gouda sandwich was the bomb! Along with complimentary bread brought out before your meal.
The fries and sweet tea were also a hit!
Will definitely have to make ourway back here again
Order at the counter as soon as you walk in. Their big menu doesn’t have prices listed, but if you get to the counter they have small menus with the prices listed. Once you put your order in, they will tell you where to sit, and set your table with the dinks ordered. They will also bring out the food. So service is half service. We opted to leave a cash tip after the meal rather than pay for it when we ordered the food.
Breads
We ordered a bunch of food and shared, and I must say everything was good. They do give you a basket of bread as starters, and I wasn’t wowed. But their bruschetta came on French baguettes that were delicious. The sandwiches came on breads that weren’t anything special, and the hot pastrami had a nice looking slice.
As for the food, the hot pastrami was really quite delicious.
Bruschetta were like a salad in the middle with salsa on top, with 4 pieces of baguettes topped with ordered toppings. I really liked the boom boom shrimp, but not overly excited with the prusciuto and artichokes.
Carrot cake was on pint, while the chocolate croissant was so-so.
Overall, the servers were very nice, the place was not necessarily cute or vibey but clean and functional, the food was good and we had a great time.