by The Editors | March 15, 2016

Bird’s Eye View: Fernandina Beach

Stroll Centre Street from The Hoyt House to the harbor, to explore our favorite shops, eateries and places to meander in Florida’s northernmost city.

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  1. ON THE FLY.BIRDS EYE-960xHoyt House. A three-course breakfast and early 20th century style furnishings set this inn apart.
  2. Tasty’s Fresh Burgers and Fries. Grass-fed beef, hand-cut fries and homemade toppings including “brown sugar butta” elevate this fast-food joint.
  3. Eight Flags Antique Market. More chic than shabby, top interior designers shop this market’s 10,000 square feet of stalls stocked by 30 antiques dealers.
  4. The Green Turtle Tavern. A wraparound porch and live music create a come-as-you-are vibe at this dog-friendly watering hole.
  5. Fantastic Fudge. Follow the scent of fresh-made chocolate to taste marble-slab fudge made from a recipe that dates back to 1887.
  6. The Book Loft. An extensive selection of new and used books, with more than 1,500 rare first-edition copies and the largest collection of pirate literature in the U.S.
  7. Wadsworth’s. A preppy outfitter carrying Vineyard Vines, Gretchen Scott and Over Under Clothing.
  8. Le Clos. Sip a glass of Côtes du Rhône in this 110-year-old cottage with French flare. Le Cordon Bleu–trained chef Katherine Ewing dazzles with Provençal seafood dishes.
  9. Fernandina Harbor Marina. Wander the docks, all 1,000 linear feet of them, or tie up in a slip at this bustling marina.
  10. The Palace Saloon. The pirate marks Florida’s oldest continuously operated bar. If only the mosaic floors and tin ceiling could talk!
  11. Colie’s. This tiny women’s boutique carries indpendent labels and locally made stationery and gifts.
  12. Lemongrass. This beach boutique carries a cool mix of local and national lifestyle accessories.
  13. Amelia Island Coffee. The perfect spot for a pick-me-up.
  14. Timoti’s Seafood Shak. Wild-caught seafood served grilled, blackened, fried or raw. Ahi tuna poke bowls and shrimp baskets are fan favorites. Kids love the pirate ship too.
  15. Historic Fernandina Post Office. Built in 1912, this Italian Revival building is on the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s list of most endangered historic places.