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    Ancient City Brewing Taproom

    4.1 (118 reviews)
    ModerateBreweries, Pubs, Beer Bar

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    ANCIENT CITY BREWING TAPROOM ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Nick B.

    Ancient City has definitely been around for awhile - an awkward space with the longest bar in town? Beer was good - went with the Amber Ale which I guzzled down Service was good with it being a 1 woman operation at the time of our visit on a Sunday afternoon. A bit dark and maybe a little musty for my liking which resulted in 4/5 score.

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    Robbie C.

    Had a nice stop at Ancient City Brewing's downtown taproom. The location is right in the heart of downtown St Augustine making it easy to pop in for a beer before dinner. Bartender was friendly and quick and a pleasure to be around. Love that the Jaguar theming is still up from their 1st and Gold release, the official Jags beer for the 30th season. Also really liked their collaboration with First Magnitude for their Helles Bock. There is a smaller selection of beers than their brewery but still some interesting choices. Only negatives were that beers were a dollar or two more than I would have expected and they didn't have a large selection of six packs to go. Also the bathrooms were out of order. Still if you are in the area and want a nice local beer I recommend.

    July 2023
    Kristine S.

    Hubby and I decided to spend the day in St. Augustine and wanted to check out some of the local breweries/bars. Our first stop was Ancient City Brewing Taproom. We've walked by at least a dozen times and I don't know why it took us this long to try them out. The ambiance is very chill. We walked in, ordered a couple brews, then hung out and chatted by the front window. I loved the Castillo Coconut Porter and the Galleon's Golden Ale. Hubby really liked the Matanzas River Red Ale and the Augustine's Orange Amber. They didn't have a huge menu but they had a good variety of beer styles. There's really something for everyone. For sure worth checking out Ancient City Brewing Taphouse while in St. Augustine!

    Shelby A.

    Quaint brewery stop in St Augustine. We stopped on our way in from traveling and a great spot to kill time before checking in. Service is extremely friendly and personable. Drinks only no food. Great spot and has a great selection of local brews to drink from.

    Love the old school vibe.
    Jennifer J.

    We were strolling the mean streets of St. Augustine when what should appear before us? Why, a local brewery of course! Bonus points that they were showing the Seahawks game too. (Well, they WERE playing against local Jacksonville, after all.) This historical-looking little spot is pretty much what a craft brewery should be. Small, open, sporting lots of local character, and dog-friendly. The beer was delish, too - I started with a Matanzas red ale and finished with a coconut porter. Both were rich, complex, and delish. There wasn't food here, but the grilled cheese joint next door looked tempting. Go 'Hawks!

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    Charlotte P.

    I love love love Breweries and their affiliated Tap Rooms. But.... When you enter an establishment and it smells like poo it makes one skeptical. We pushed our self forward order beer and made comments about the smell. We got our beers and no acknowledgment of the poo smell. We nestled ourselves near the door and the smell wained. Until we had to pee then we forced our way through the pungent odor to take care of our business. While sitting close to the door away from the odor we saw more than 8 people open the door walk in and leave. While the bar was full of the bartenders friends how can she not know that her bar and establishment smells like poo. Check your video no one came in no one left just her friends.. Asheville would've ashamed.

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    Robert M.

    Every time we go downtown we start our afternoon/evening with a stop at the ACB Taproom. Not only do they have all of ACB's beers of the season on tap but they also offer ciders and soft drinks as well. Well behaved children are welcome with their parents. Hungry and want a beer? They have you covered. You can bring food in or order from one of the businesses right there such as the amazing Greek restaurant and the gourmet grilled cheese restaurant directly next door. They have ACB merchandise like very cool pint coozies and ACB metal signs for your bar or man cave at home! Super friendly staff and a very relaxed atmosphere!!

    Mari H.

    My birthday surprise weekend took us to St. Augustine and though Ben was trying to make it all about just me but I "twisted his arm" into going to a brewery! The brewery is small and quaint and of course in an old building in St. Augustine's main tourist area. Most of the seats were taken with a good mix of locals and tourist alike. The flight had Augustine's Orange Amber Ale, Watermelon Wheat Ale, Anastasia Island IPA, and Honey IPA.

    Castillo Coconut Porter
    Allen P.

    Excellent beer, found while walking around St Augustine. Support local. I am very impressed and highly recommend.

    Emilie W.

    This was a good bar... definitely not my favorite out of the 3 I went too. The staff was "get your drink and leave you alone" kind never asked if I wanted another. They had a Anastasia drink but can only and didn't say anything about it.. I would have been interested in buying a van but she never asked.

    Great beer friendly staff, but the atmosphere is leaving you wanting
    B.J. N.

    Delicious beer, friendly staff, but the atmosphere leaves you wanting... Unexplored potential here

    Taylor B.

    Phenomenal service, great location, awesome beer. I really appreciate breweries that have just one of each type of beer, and this place was one of those gems. Tried 5 beers, and all were awesome. Definitely recommend! No food is served here, but they are next to a grilled cheese place, and near many restaurants.

    On tap list March 2024
    Tony G.

    Very chill tap room. The bartender was super friendly. They have a really good selection of brews. I really enjoyed the mocha mallow stout.

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    Good choice of beers and good beer prices. Want to chill out in St Auggie go and chill here.

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    6 years ago

    We loved the beer and the atmosphere here! Very chill and laid back! Also have soon cool designs on their growlers and shirts.

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    I had the Amber Orange Ale and found it outstanding! No only was the beer good, but the service was great too!

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    7 years ago

    Great brews, nice atmosphere, and very reasonable prices. I'd recommend the Anastasia Island IPA.

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    I have been drinking IPAs for over 10 years West Coast to East Coast. This place needs works. Could not find a beer I liked.

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    8 years ago

    Cute little bar, attentive bartender. I'm a wine drinker, but my boyfriend enjoyed the beers. Thanks!

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    I love their cider because beer isn't my thing. The boyfriend loved their selection of brews. Chill atmosphere right off the main strip.

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    9 years ago

    Great bar with amazing beer !! They have rich assortment . Recommend for every stranger

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    8 years ago

    Enjoying Xmas at St. Augustine "Nights & Pints" having an Anastasia Island IPA. Santa hats coming in handy to stay warm

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    9 years ago

    This is a great place, both locations. The staff was phenomenal and the beer was delicious. Absolutely worth a visit

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    Cold ac, cold beers, tv and friendly bartenders. Get out of the heat and enjoy our local flavors

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