Just about everyone starts their new year off vowing to eat better, smarter and healthier. And, although we all mean well, sometimes it’s hard to stick with that plan for FOMO (fear of missing out). But, I’m here to tell you that eating healthier doesn’t have to mean bland or boring food. These Amelia Island restaurants and cafes offer delicious options for those who want to honor their new year’s resolution all year round.

GoJuice

Grab made-to-order juices, smoothies, cold brew coffees and acai bowls at GoJuice. Everything is served up fresh, daily with nothing extra added like syrups or artificial flavors. Their GreenGo Bowl (Frozen GreenTea Blend, Granola, Banana, Pineapple, Blueberry, Coconut Flakes & Honey) will have you wondering where GoJuice has been all your life.

Cafe Karibo

The Loaded Lentils at Cafe Karibo, are made with spring greens, lentils, chickpeas, cucumbers, carrots, crumbled feta, and toasted walnuts. It is so good and so good for you. Sit inside or outside on the patio. Either way, Cafe Karibo’s eclectic menu and surroundings will keep you coming back for more.

Timoti’s

Serving up fresh seafood baskets in a casual setting, Timoti’s Seafood Shak is a hit with just about everyone. Don’t miss your chance to dine on their ever popular poke bowl made with raw ahi tuna, coconut rice, avocado, spinach, and green onion. Or, try the blackened or grilled tofu tacos for a twist on the original fish taco.

The Patio at 5th & Ash

The Impossible Patio Burger at The Patio at 5th & Ash gets rave reviews with two plant-based burger patties topped with lettuce and tomato. They also have many gluten-free and dairy-free options, like the pan-seared Snapper served with grilled asparagus and wild rice. Delicious!

Coquina

Located poolside and oceanfront at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, Coquina is a dynamic restaurant focusing on seafood and coastal dishes inspired by the island’s Eight Flags Spanish heritage. They have so many healthy and flavorful entrees that it’s hard to choose. Relax and soak it all in – you could get used to this.

Fresh Bitez

Grab a healthy breakfast or lunch from Fresh Bitez where soups, salads, wraps, bowls and other yummies are all made daily from scratch. Create your salad bowl your way and get a fresh juice to follow. Photo credit: Fresh Bitez 

Farmers Market

Spend your Saturday morning strolling the Farmers Market where locally grown fruits, veggies, sweets, plants, arts & crafts (every other Saturday), and live music are good for the body and soul. It has been proven nearly impossible to walk the entire market without smiling at least once.

Townies Pizzaria

I know pizza isn’t usually thought of as a healthy option but Townies is an exception. Besides using real cheese, house-made sauce and dough made fresh daily, they keep a garden where all the veggie toppings are grown – like the pictured Fresh Kale Salad made with veggies straight from the farm! Photo credit: Townies

Nassau Health Foods and Amelia Fresh Cafe

Nassau Health Foods offers a complete selection of natural and organic groceries, fresh organic and local produce as well as Amelia Fresh Cafe. Get your grocery shopping done and then dine on a delicious menu of the most flavorful and nutritious all-natural and organic food choices on Amelia Island.

Bon Appetit and Happy New Year!