The old is giving way to the new in downtown Jacksonville Beach.
Jax Beach Town Center a proposed multi-million dollar restaurant, retail and event facility by veteran developer Marc Angelo is moving forward by tearing down the former Campeche Bay Cantina and Ruby Beach Brewing Co. buildings.
Demolition of the adjacent restaurant and brewery began Jan. 28 to clear those sites for a planned 19,000-square-foot, two-story building designed to accommodate at least one restaurant, a rooftop lounge, event space and possibly retail stores.
Located a block from the beach at 127 and 131 1st Ave. N., Jax Beach Town Center fronts Latham Plaza, considered the heart of the community popular with residents and visitors alike.