Celebrate the kickoff of National Travel & Tourism Week and Jacksonville’s thriving culinary scene at one unforgettable evening under the open sky.

Jacksonville Plates on State is an outdoor dining experience inviting residents and visitors alike to pull up a chair and enjoy a thoughtfully curated menu of locally sourced cuisine prepared by celebrated chefs from across the community. Participating chefs include Joe Standley of Proud Richard’s, Richie Frederick of The Corner Deli, Andrew Deuel of The Little Stove, and Bradly Mechol of Kitchen 63, with dessert pastries and table breads provided by Abbi Kafer of The Soap Co. Coffee House and a gourmet cheese display, tablescape, and bar refreshments by Hamilton’s Catering.

This year’s theme, “Time Capsule to Table,” is inspired by a remarkable discovery from Jacksonville’s past. When the 1975 community time capsule was opened, it revealed a preserved menu from the beloved and iconic Beef and the Bird restaurant. Our chefs are honored to bring this historic piece of Jacksonville’s culinary story back to life—reimagined through seasonal ingredients, local flavors, and inspired modern interpretation.

While the evening’s five-course menu will be beautifully balanced and thoughtfully prepared, we regret that we are unable to accommodate food allergies or dietary restrictions for this event.

Jacksonville Plates on State Outdoor Dinner

Sunday, May 3
3–4 p.m. | Cocktail Hour
4–7 p.m. | Dinner

Tickets are $150 per person and are limited to 200 guests.
The experience includes a five-course plated dinner with wine pairings, chef and local grower table conversations highlighting Jacksonville’s culinary excellence, and live acoustic music throughout the evening. A cash bar will also be available for additional refreshments.

Join us as history, hospitality, and hometown flavor come together—one unforgettable course at a time.

Plates on State 2026 Dinner

By Jacksonville Area Convention & Visitors Bureau

Plates on State 2026 Dinner