# Fun date spots in Southside > Date spots that offer genuine fun instead of the usual awkward pressure of a standard dinner and a movie. Source: https://www.atly.com/united-states/florida/jacksonville/southside/best-date-spots-fun-activities ## Places (7) ### 1. Champion’s Mexican Sports Bar Mexican sports bar with huge TVs everywhere creates a lively, welcoming atmosphere ideal for watching games. Outdoor seating offers a relaxed, casual vibe with a pleasant breeze and reduced noise. Comfortable padded benches and unique decorations like cute ducks add to the inviting environment. - Address: 10920 Baymeadows Rd Suite 33, Jacksonville, FL 32256, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Champions-Mexican-Sports-Bar ### 2. Hurricane Grill & Wings-Julington Creek Sports bar with a chill beach vibe and tropical decor creates a casual, inviting atmosphere. Live music and multiple TVs showing NFL games add to the family-friendly energy. Outdoor patio offers a pet-friendly space that complements the relaxed setting. - Address: 12795 San Jose Blvd Suite#15, Jacksonville, FL 32223, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Hurricane-Grill-Wings-Julington-Creek ### 3. Build-A-Bear Workshop Store offers a variety of stuffed animals with many outfit options and a fun, organized atmosphere. It attracts families and children, creating an enjoyable experience for all ages despite occasional crowding. - Address: 10300 Southside Blvd #158a, Jacksonville, FL 32256, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Build-A-Bear-Workshop85 ### 4. Spliff's Gastropub - South Jax Gastropub combines dark, worn interior with friendly, laid-back vibe and community feel. It offers multiple entertainment options like pool, darts, blackjack, and live music, creating a lively atmosphere. The space supports late-night socializing with seating that encourages conversation. - Address: 14985 Old St Augustine Rd #108, Jacksonville, FL 32258, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Spliffs-Gastropub---South-Jax ### 5. Miller's Ale House Sports bar environment fills the space with many TVs showing various games, creating a lively yet not chaotic atmosphere. Bar and booth seating offer roomy tables and clean, attractive surroundings. Noise levels rise during major sports events, but the vibe remains fun and welcoming. - Address: 10334 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32256, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Millers-Ale-House35 ### 6. Main Event Jacksonville Brightly-colored lights and electronic sounds create a lively, fun atmosphere filled with energy and excitement. Bowling lanes and arcade games offer varied entertainment options for groups, while a full-service bar and restaurant provide food and drinks. The space feels clean and well-organized, designed for families and friends to enjoy active outings. - Address: 10370 Philips Hwy, Jacksonville, FL 32256, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/MainEventJacksonville ### 7. Rio Restaurant & Lounge Restaurant combines dark, eclectic decor with a lively atmosphere driven by a DJ and live band. Music plays loudly, creating an energetic vibe especially during brunch. Seating varies from bar spots to mismatched tables, adding to its hole-in-the-wall sports bar feel. - Address: 9150 Baymeadows Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32256, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Rio-Restaurant-Lounge ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.