Chowder Ted's Inc - Jacksonville

Great food, excellent service, dumpy decor. But that’s what you expect when you go to Chowder Ted’s. It’s obviously been there for a hundred years. So that’s it. And our server was prompt, friendly and helpful. We ordered 1/2 pot of chowder to share, a crab cake on a salad, a cajun burger and some pretty good fries. The crab cake was delicious. The cajun burger was flavorful on its own but the cajun sauce made it awesome. All in all, pleasant experience. We will be back when passing through again.

Chowder Ted’s is truly a real hole in the wall restaurant, situated on Heckscher Drive on the North side of town. Not very remarkable once you arrive and even less on the inside, perhaps 10 or 12 tables a few bar stools at the counter that overlooks the kitchen. It’s typically packed with regulars, and if you’re lucky enough to score a seat at the counter, I encourage you to grab it.

'I go to chowder Teds before or after a fishing trip on heckscher. This place is cozy and and delicious. Never disappoints. ' Ansel Ponce Diama

I 've been waiting to try Chowder Ted 's for a while, then when I finally get there, they are shut down due to a hurricane. Well I made it today and now I 'm asking myself what took so long. Yes it 's off the beaten path, yes, if you blink you may just drive on by. There is no big sign, and they don 't advertise. By all rights this restaurant shouldn 't be able to stay I business. So enough about what 's wrong, what 's right, the food is incredible. Today 's special, blackened mahi, asian slaw, and a mango salsa. Everything was great, I don 't typically like slaw, but I ate all of it. I also noticed that there are a lot of regulars and the staff know most by name, and made it a point to know mine and to tell me bye when I left. Most places will say come back but again Teds makes you feel like they are looking forward to seeing you again. What else does chowder Teds have? In one word 'passion ', If you watch your food being prepared you will see a one man show preparing the meals, plating the dishes and inspecting everything that goes out. How do people find out about Chowder Ted 's, simple word of mouth. Still the best advertising available. If you have been wanting to go and just didn 't find it convenient like me, then make it a point to go. I was definitely not disappointed, and will be going back again soon.

Made the drive to Chowder Ted's and it was worth every mile. The calamari was fresh and delicious, please ignore the fact I inhaled half of the order before taking the picture, it was that good. Keep in mind, the main items do not come with sides. So grab some fries if you want a full meal. Every option was $10 or less. Check out the chaulk board for daily specials.