Michigan Bars in Jacksonville?
So I just moved to Jacksonville and thought I'd rely on the trusty Michigan Bar Locator to find a bar to watch the game. However, it appears as if there is not a Michigan Bar within a 2 hour drive and Jacksonville does not have a local alumni chapter.
Does anyone have any suggestions for a good spot to watch the game? The specific area I moved to is Jacksonville Beach. Any advice or help is greatly appreciated.
And yes, I made sure to get this post in before the season OT rules begin.
August 23rd, 2012 at 8:12 PM ^
Try the Mudville Grille (the one on Beach Blvd though it's further from you.). I watched the ND game there last year, and there was a good group of M alumni and fans. Had a great time, and everyone was friendly.
I get to Jax regularly to visit family.
August 23rd, 2012 at 8:24 PM ^
Thanks, I'll definitely check it out
August 23rd, 2012 at 10:57 PM ^
I'f your in Jax Beach, all the bars will have the game on. I've been here 9 yrs, but have to watch in lock down mode in the living room. I only get 13 weeks a year to watch my favorite team. I will say, there is nowhere better to watch the gators lose than in a Jax Beach bar....
February 3rd, 2016 at 9:49 AM ^
2016 looks like they will meet at Whiskey Jax per the facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/JAXWolverines/
August 23rd, 2012 at 8:24 PM ^
The University of Michigan Spirit Group of Jacksonville, Florida will be meeting at 8:00 p.m. on Saturday September 1, 2012 to watch the UM/Alabama football game at BlackFinn American Grille, located on Big Island Drive at St. Johns Town Center Mall in Jacksonville.
August 23rd, 2012 at 8:52 PM ^
I didn't know that group existed. Thanks for the heads up.
August 23rd, 2012 at 9:11 PM ^
It was started last year. There were a couple events (Meet and Greet, Sugar Bowl party at the Mudville Grill on Atlantic and Beach, etc.). If you go Blackfinn for the Alabama game, ask for Steve Gard. He started the group and can put you on the email list.
August 23rd, 2012 at 8:26 PM ^
My good friend just bought that bar. His name is Steve Myers. He and his brother Tim are huge Michigan fans and both still live in Coldwater MI. Went to my first game at the big house with his brother. They just remodeled the whole place, near the beach. Check it out.
August 23rd, 2012 at 8:56 PM ^
Some of the things I read on this blog surprise me. I just need to accept the fact that this blog knows everything and everyone lol. I know Steve and Tim pretty well. They're good guys.
August 23rd, 2012 at 10:51 PM ^
Tim is my man.. He is the most depressed person after a loss.. I always drag my ass in there after a game if im back home. We drink heavily win or lose.
August 23rd, 2012 at 11:52 PM ^
In Branch county, we drink a lot for no reason at all lol. But seriously, I know what you mean. I don't go to the pub, but my brother used to, and I've heard plenty of stories.
August 23rd, 2012 at 8:58 PM ^
Just looked Off the Hook up and it's actually pretty close to me. I'll definitely be checking it out. Thanks
August 23rd, 2012 at 8:49 PM ^
there are some sports bars but not by the beach. nothing like scorekeepers that's for sure. but you can't have a beer with your feet in the sand in Ann arbor like you can at the lemon bar so its a give and take deal.
August 23rd, 2012 at 8:49 PM ^
there are some sports bars but not by the beach. nothing like scorekeepers that's for sure. but you can't have a beer with your feet in the sand in Ann arbor like you can at the lemon bar so its a give and take deal.
August 23rd, 2012 at 9:06 PM ^
I thought this post was going to say Blake Bars is in Jacksonville
August 23rd, 2012 at 9:17 PM ^
I live near St. Johns mall in Jax. I also know a few M fans that we will be meeting up with here. Feel free to shoot me a tweet. @roachgoblue Go Blue!
February 3rd, 2016 at 9:52 AM ^
Word is 2016 wil reincarnate the club that used to be in Jax. Check out the FB page:
https://www.facebook.com/JAXWolverines/
August 23rd, 2012 at 9:28 PM ^
That's ESsss Eeee Seeee country. Ok, drive eight ours north on I-95, exit DC. Somehow find our way to Du Pont Circle and go to Bufallo Billards.
August 23rd, 2012 at 9:34 PM ^
EverBank Field is a dump.
August 23rd, 2012 at 9:43 PM ^
Regardless of the bar you choose, give the Jaguars front office a heads-up that the Lions could really use M Jones-Drew.
August 23rd, 2012 at 10:06 PM ^
It's not a "Michigan Bar" but it's a decent sports bar about a block from the Pier.
August 23rd, 2012 at 10:16 PM ^
i live up by the towncenter, and i like going to sneakers on the beach... always a good michigan sports in general following... red wings ect...
August 23rd, 2012 at 11:32 PM ^
Where is the Town Center? Is that inside the I-295 Loop? I'm potentially moving to JAX later this year and definitely need to find Red Wing and Wolverine friendly bars. The last time that I was there (2011 Gator Bowl) wasn't so kind to Michigan.
I'm amazed how many Michigan fans are out there offering friendly advice.
February 3rd, 2016 at 9:54 AM ^
Skip TC! Word is 2016 wil reincarnate the club that used to be in Jax. Check out the FB page:
August 23rd, 2012 at 10:22 PM ^
When I was i Jacksonville I would always spend a decent amount of time in Players in San Marco. Not exactly a Michigan bar, but a decent place if you're into a halfway dive environment.
August 23rd, 2012 at 10:35 PM ^
Grew up in Brighton, MI (classmates with Henson and Dave Pearson) then moved to Jax at 18 in 1999. SNEAKERS at the Beach has a wide range of fans including a large amount of maize & blue. Keep in mind, this is a Navy town and MICHIGAN is the "most favored nation" so no problem finding friendly's in there. Not to mention the 100 t.v.'s all tuned in. MUDVILLE is titled a "Michigan friendly bar" but when I've been there i saw no evidence of such. I'll repeat an earlier post, this is SEC country, but BLUE beats SEC regularly so use that ammunition. Big Football town is Jax. You're gonna love it!
August 24th, 2012 at 8:02 AM ^
I believe a "spirit club" is starting up this year in Jacksonville. I think a bunch of Michigan fans will be at Blackfinn to watch the game on Sept 1 at Blackfinn in the Southside area.
August 24th, 2012 at 8:48 AM ^
I just Googled Blackfinn. It's advertised as "Home Of The Buckeyes". Proceed with caution!
February 3rd, 2016 at 9:48 AM ^
This is an old thread but there is NEW info!
Check out the clubs facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/JAXWolverines/
2016 will be a great year in Jax for our fans!