On Monday night, 40 members of the Yelp Elite Squad (YES!) were taken on a culinary adventure through the five major food hubs of Japan. Crane Ramen created an ambitious ten-course meal ranging from ramen bowls to bento boxes to fried gyozas, and everything in between. Fan favorites were the Shoyu Ramen (Tokyo), Age-dashi Tofu… Read more

On back-to-back nights, Metro Diner (Southside & Ortega) graciously opened its doors to 60 lucky Yelp Elites. The six-course tasting menu ran through Metro’s versatile breakfast, lunch and dinner specials. Items served were Huevos Rancheros, Yo Hala On The Square, Fried Chicken and Waffles, Charleston Shrimp & Grits, Meatloaf Plate, and the Holy Davoli Burger. Although… Read more

On Sunday night, 100 Yelpers kicked off the 2018 calendar year at Gilbert’s Southern Kitchen & Bar and Gilbert’s Hot Chicken Fish & Shrimp. Guests were treated to a pre-opening, exclusive sneak peek into the new Jax Beach restaurant concepts. Helmed by renowned chef and restauranteur, Kenny Gilbert, Yelpers were in for quite the treat… Read more

On Sunday afternoon, Yelp Elites closed out the 2017 year at EverBank Field for the Jacksonville Jaguars final home game of the season. Guests were treated to a mega VIP experience sponsored by the Delaware North Sportservice F&B program, Jaguars Eats. Helmed by Executive Chef, Sean Kinoshita, Yelp Elites were in for quite the treat… Read more

Tuesday evening marked one of our most special events of 2017, The 5th Annual Yelpies at 927 Events. Over 100 Yelpers stepped into an unfamiliar space, filled with eclectic charm and warm hospitality. Before the fun even began, Yelpers generously donated hundreds of toys for our two beneficiaries: St. Johns County Family Integrity Program &… Read more

On Thursday evening, 70 Yelpers were treated an extraordinary restaurant takeover at First Watch. As guests arrived, they were greeted to warm hospitality and freshly batched cocktails. The tasting menu consisted of many fan favorites, including the Millionaire’s Bacon, Avocado Toast, Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, Pork Belly Bacon & Grits and Cinnamon Roll Waffles. The staff… Read more

On Monday evening, 40 members of Jacksonville’s Yelp Elite Squad turned on their thinking caps at Mastermind Escape Games. To many, an escape room was a foreign concept. However, after all the brain-teasing fun that was had, we think it’s safe to say Elite Yelpers are hooked on escape rooms! Yelpers branched off into groups… Read more

On Monday evening, 40 Yelpers were treated to the most memorable sneak peek, menu launch at Outback Steakhouse. As guests arrived, they were greeted with smiles and Aussie Sparklers. The tasting menu consisted of many fan favorites, including the Big Aussie Bloomin’ Onion, Sydney Boomerang Beer Flights, and the Ultimate Great Barrier Seafood Combo. When… Read more

On the Monday before Halloween, 40 members of Jacksonville’s Yelp Elite Squad took part in a spooky and festive event at Whole Foods Market. When Yelpers arrived, they were treated to seasonal beer and wine options, and a gory (yet delicious!) feast featuring everything from Guacamole “Vomit” to Beet “Guts” Salad. Whole Foods Market did… Read more