FOOD- food was regular and incredibly overpriced. $12 for 4 pieces of bacon, or basically any one thing you want on your "breakfast board". The sandwiches are $15, they're alright. Apparently at 10:30am they have zero milk... odd. Or is it that they were wanting us to leave? Which brings me to my next point: SERVICE- bad service. They did not know how to kick us out. It was three of us and a sleeping baby. We walked in and asked if we should sit ourselves or if there was a host. Rudely they pointed to just find a table, which we did. We tried to be as much out of the way as possible and yet the lady with short hair, piercings and tattoos passed by us several times making rude comments about us to other patrons, almost annoyed that we took the table in the back. Every time she walked by she was looking at us. You can tell they did not want us there... which made the entire experience very uncomfortable. I wish we would have spent our money at another, more welcoming environment. To be honest there are many small businesses in the area that deserve your money. I do not recommend this place nor will we be back. read more

It's very "instagram". Super cute concept. My girls loved it. It was conveniently located. The food was good too. The only reason it didn't get 5 stars is because the price is crazy. It was $12 for 4 strips of bacon. Granted the bacon was great but $12? As a matter of fact everything you order Ala cart is $12 each. So the waffles $12, Brie and honey $12.... Whatever. The sandwiches are $15. For $15 I want a good bacon egg and cheese sandwich. Well the egg is like liquid egg in a mold. So you can't order it a certain way. Also the bacon on the sandwich is that microwaved thin bacon. The bagel sandwich still somehow tasted good but def needs improving for that price. I mean they should have used that $12 bacon on their sandwich and cooked a proper egg for it. The waffle with the whipped cream and cute honey syrup was worth the $12. We were out $48 for the board you see here and an iced tea. Just fyi. Takeaway from this is super cute presentation. It's an experience. read more

Ancient City Brunch Bar - A Christmas tree - Cafes Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

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This is a must!! Our bachelorette party spilt a charcuterie board and we all got to pick something we wanted and shared it. Mimosas and coffee were amazing! Very friendly employees! read more

Ancient City Brunch Bar - French toast, chicken biscuits, potatoes, bacon egg and cheese croissant, and sausage egg and cheese croissant - Cafes Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

Food was amazing. Sandwich was filling and delicious... would come back again and again. read more

Ancient City Brunch Bar - Breakfast sandwiches - Cafes Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

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Location,location....and it would appear the customers pay for it.$12 for a slice of quiche and $15 for a breakfast croissant ?As much as I prefer local businesses to support,this cafe came close to losing our business altogether.We had just gotten into town following a red eye flight and we were tired and hungry.At first glance the menu didn't appeal to me ,so we left and walked around historical St Augustine.It was so early in the day that nothing else nearby was open,so we returned to the cafe.The staff/owners were very friendly and on top of things.Place is clean and inviting,so if you don't mind spending a bit more than usual,give this place a go. read more

This place has a great modern old fashioned feel, the food was excellent. Went back for the egg and cheese croissant & my daughters had the Belgium waffles, both delicious! read more

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Food service was horrible got out orders wrong food was very underwhelming as well. Will probably not go back.

This place was so cute much smaller then I expected walking in but had so much character. We ordered waffles, fresh fruit and potatoes and it all came served on a cute board. We loved everything we ordered I think potatoes were both our favorite. The staff was amazing they made sure everything was just right and asked if we needed anything else best customer service we have had anywhere in a long time. I wish we had a place like this where we live such a cool idea for a weekend brunch. read more

Ancient City Brunch Bar - Cafes Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

Awful all the way around. Understaffed but seems overstaffed. The owner was hosting the restaurant, servers were running around like chickens with their heads cut off. Our server was brand new it seemed like and couldn't tell us anything about the menu. Long wait times on food and drinks. A lot of other frustrated tables near us. For a "nice" brunch place this was a sad experience. We should have saved our money and ate at the hotel. read more

It was a pretty cramped environment that was uncomfortable to sit in, with people in your space pretty constantly. Service felt tough to get with some missing menu items and an unorganized experience. Some of the food we had was also being warmed up in a microwave oven, which is unfortunate when you're paying a fair bit of money read more

A must eat/drink stop in the ancient city! Enjoyed brunch, then a walk around the Bayfront and shopping in our favorite stores downtown. Perfect spot for your bfast, lunch or special events! The kindest, most talented servers in the most clean and city-chic atmosphere! read more

Ancient City Brunch Bar - MMmm, brunch board: quiche, scones and honey Brie - Cafes Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

The food was amazing. The eggs were fresh and fluffy. The bagel was soft. I had the latte was not too sweet and flavorful.

My favorite place of my entire trip! Worth every penny! We ordered the pitcher of mimosas as well and it came in handy. The breakfast potatoes were top tier. It is a first come, first serve basis so be prepared to wait for a table. Luckily, we had no issues and the staff were so sweet and helpful. If you are not familiar with the concept of a charcuterie board perhaps you should do some research before. Definitely worth the money, we were so full after! read more

Ancient City Brunch Bar - Brunch - Cafes Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

I'll start with what gives this place more than one star: the food. We had the waffles, Keish and bagel sandwich. All surprisingly presented on a single cutting board. We had to figure out that the process included getting our own plates. This leads to the overall disappointment; the staff behind the counter is young and it would appear all have been dropped on their heads at an early age. ABSOLUTELY NO PERSONALITY offered by anyone. The lab that roamed about exhibited the most engagement. Bottom line: go for a light snack, but ambiance fails miserably. read more

Ancient City Brunch Bar: A Detailed Review Rating: 2 out of 5 The Good: - Bacon: Cooked exceptionally, not too crunchy or too soft. It had the perfect balance of saltiness and chew, making it a highlight of the meal. - Eggs: The over-medium eggs were spot on. They were cooked correctly with a delightful taste that paired well with other elements of the brunch. - Maple Syrup: The maple syrup was a pleasant surprise. It had the right amount of sweetness with a tangy hint. It was a show stopping compliment to brunch. What Met Expectations: - Atmosphere: The design of the bar area was well-thought-out, creating a welcoming and stylish environment. The decor was modern and inviting, and while the music was a bit loud, it added to the lively ambiance. Bonus points for Ascot playing on their projector. - Potatoes: The potatoes were very good, cooked to a satisfying crispness with a stellar seasoning. Despite the small portion size, they were a tasty component of the meal, leaving us wanting more. The Bad: - Coffee Service: There was a significant delay in receiving our coffee, which detracted from the overall experience. This is a bit surprising given Ancient City Brunch Bar's designated coffee station at the entrance of the restaurant. - French Toast: The French toast was dry and I debate whether or not it deserves to be called French Toast or toast. - Serving Utensils: The lack of serving utensils for the board was a noticeable inconvenience. More details in other notes below. - Water Service: Water was not refilled promptly, and we had to specifically request it, which is a basic expectation. - Portion Sizes: The portion sizes were surprisingly small, insufficient for one person's order. The board felt like a party trick to distract from what otherwise would be an insufficient brunch portion. I recommend anyone coming here to stick to a breakfast time meal rather than blending breakfast and lunch because you will be left wanting more. - English Muffins: The English muffins were not cut and no butter was provided. Serving utensils, including a knife, would have helped but this should be standard practice to include butter and pre-cutting the English muffins. - Service: Despite the restaurant not being busy, we had service issues noted through this review. In conclusion, Ancient City Brunch Bar has the potential to be a downtown breakfast/lunch staple. I will give this restaurant another try on my next trip to St. Augustine because the business recently changed locations and may be experiencing growing pains in their new space. See you soon! read more

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The food was Ok. Gave them four stars because of the baked potatoes, that's the only food we enjoyed. We got the gouda pimiento cheese and crackers, baked potatoes, 3 pcs sausage, and French toast. The potatoes are flavorful, it's salty, sweet, and spicy. read more

Ancient City Brunch Bar - Build your own bruncharcuterie board - Cafes Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

The service was not good we had a resvaation for 11am and did not get order taken or our coffee until 11:40 our server was no where to be seen practically the whole time. The food was decent. read more

Had to wait an hour for our food. Turns out the chef lost our ticket. The food wasn't even that good, I got pancakes and it was overcooked in some spots and raw in others. At least we got a discount and the ambiance is cute. read more

This spot is AMAZING! Great service, and the owner/manager was extremely accommodating and kind. The food was delicious!!! Got the bacon, sausages, breakfast sandwich and French toast! The sangrias aren't super sweet which is good. Coffee also great. Be mindful of seating, super limited but other than that I would most definitely come back again! read more

Ancient City Brunch Bar - Cafes Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

Such a great spot to grab breakfast. Nicely set up. The coffee alone was terrific, the display this team gives for the food they bring out just tops this place off. I will definitely be back here with my friend during our next trip to St. Augustine. Beautiful place to visit! read more

Ancient City Brunch Bar - Waffles, toasted potatoes, bacon, coffee, and the yogurt parfait. - Cafes Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

Location is the only thing they got going. Food and service was average at best. Way overpriced. I was shocked at what I received compared to what I paid. read more

Came her on a Sunday, 8/27/23 to be exact. No reservations to be made just walk in. We arrived at about 11am, and there were two; two seater tables open then the crowd arrived. You're given a menu you order at the front and then they give you a number and bring you your food. Our order took a while about 40min or so, much longer than desired. I really like the idea of breakfast on a wood board; it's almost genius. Food was tasty, we did the waffle, potatoes, bacon, and yogurt. The waffles were my favorite, bacon was a bit too thick and salty for me, the potatoes were great! Yogurt was fine typical just like any other vanilla yogurt. My only reason for this review not making it to the 5 stars was customer service was lacking. The feel from start to finish for my visit was off. The lady that took our order was cold, not friendly at all, the lady that brought us the food same deal not friendly, that's a big deal breaker for me when going out. Other than that it was a pretty good visit, inside is very small and compact, but decor was nice. If your in the area and want to try something new definitely stop in. read more

My wife and I decided to make the short drive from Orlando over to St. Augustine for the weekend to celebrate our 10-year wedding anniversary. We wanted to experience the best St. Augustine has to offer so we booked a room at the famous Casa Monica Resort & Spa. Saturday morning we woke up craving some good breakfast. Luckily we discovered that the Ancient City Brunch Bar was located within the same building. We walked in and the staff, along with one of the owners, were so welcoming. We placed our order at the counter and decided to sit outside. Our coffee and latte came out first. Then when our food arrived, it was certainly a sight to see. We had both ordered the Quiche Lorraine, breakfast potatoes, and two muffins. It was all served on a wooden board. It was also served with a very tasty locally made sauce (Minorcan Mike's Datil Pepper Sauce). The food was SO DELICIOUS! It was so good, my wife and talked about it all day. We ended up going back Sunday morning before heading back to Orlando. We brought our 2 little yorkies with us this time, at which they were welcomed in. Breakfast was just as tasty as the morning before. Before we left, we made sure to order some coffee, muffins, and a jar of that Minorcan Mike's to go. Whether you are a St. Augustine local or an out-of-town visitor, my wife and I highly recommend Ancient City Brunch Bar for some of the best breakfasts in this historic town. read more

Ancient City Brunch Bar - Cafes Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

Lovely breakfast in a tapas board. Very tasty croissants and the owner was extremely polite and talkative. He also recommended this brewery "Dog Rose" and it was amazing as well. read more

Ancient City Brunch Bar - Brie cheese w/honey and crackers. Bacon, egg and cheese croissants - Cafes Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

Really cute place & unique concept. Basically, brunch served on a charcuterie tray. Split a croissant sandwich, French toast & potatoes. Everything was excellent. read more

Ancient City Brunch Bar - Not what we ordered, but setting up for a tour group. - Cafes Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

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Spectacular! The food was soooo fresh and tasty and the decor and the service was 5 star!!! Highly recommend. So quaint and cozy too. Super popular. read more

I definitely recommend this place! Super cute and tasty. The sandwich was enormous and filling read more

Ancient City Brunch Bar - French toast and egg sausage sandwich - Cafes Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

The food here was pretty good; no complaints regarding the taste. It wasn't anything amazing or spectacular but it was plated great! Then in regards to the price I'd certainly say it's overpriced for what you do get. The ambiance was nice for breakfast once we got a table although it was a bit crowded when we got into the restaurant. The service was interesting and definitely not consistent. One gentleman was very nice and even asked our opinion and what we thought before we left. Another lady seemed either passive-agressive or she lacked self awareness or she literally just hates her own life (we tried to peg it but no clue). When asking for sugar for our coffee she looked at us with wide eyes like we were trying to rob the place then proceeded to say very loudly 'you can serve yourself over there'. She something else too but was sort of hard to understand (just a really odd exchange for someone working at a resturaunt). Probably would not come back here again but worth a try. read more

Ancient City Brunch Bar - Pancake sticks and bagel sandwhich. - Cafes Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

We drove to St Augustine ny boat and stayed the night. For breakfast, we stopped off here at ACBB. The staff was as friendly as can be expected before the first cup of coffee hits lol. Breakfast was good and the latte was amazing! No soda if you're a carbonated breakfast beverage kinda person but its prolly better that you don't drink liquid sugar anyway. read more

Ancient City Brunch Bar - Yummy latte! - Cafes Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

I see many Great reviews but unfortunately my experience was not all that good. We had just done a 5 hour drive and were so hungry and excited to try out this place as we had read many great things about it. We were under impression. It was a plate of vertía. Things but no...everything is sold individually and meant to be as a charcuterie board. Anyways...we go in and we order waffles and were told they had ran out. Okay. Well, we proceeded in ordering the French toast and even paid. Well, that ended up being sold out as well. It was very disappointing because it wasn't even noon and as we were going down the list, it felt like they had ran out of everything. We ended up getting refund and going elsewhere but sucked because it was pretty early in the day, and there wasn't much available. Would be good to also keep staff updated as far as what IS and isn't available. read more

Great spot for breakfast! Everything was delicious. The presentation was beautiful. Worth every penny! read more

Ancient City Brunch Bar - Egg & cheese crossaint, quinche crossaint, french toast & bacon strips. - Cafes Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

What a wonderful experience I had at Ancient City Brunch Bar.. not only did they have fabulous food, but the bar tender was engaging and made a wonderful mimosa flight. Kyle was his name at the bar. read more

Such a cute cozy spot!! Everything was clean and very nice. The food was delicious, and everyone should try the snickers hot chocolate! The workers were so sweet and amazing, they kept conversation going and were very helpful! Definitely recommend for anyone! read more

Good food and great location. I loved the a la carte ordering. Excellent empanadas and quiche

A simply marvelous place a stones throw away from all the generic restaurants on St George Street. This little restaurant is amazing and the food presentation is to notch. Definitely a hidden gem in st Augustine read more

Ancient City Brunch Bar - Waffles and breakfast croissant - Cafes Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

Was looking for a brunch place one weekend and spotted this place in St. Augustine. Nice small and cozy restaurant. We ordered 2 different types of quiches Lorraine and Spinach artichoke), belgian waffles, and brie cheese and honey crackers. We were amazed at the presentation of the food placing it on a huge wood board. All the food we ordered were fresh and delicious and the portions were a good size for our party. Definitely will go back again. read more

Ancient City Brunch Bar - Cafes Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

Liked the food and service was pretty good. One negative was wife ordered cappuccino with vanilla flavoring. She couldn't taste any vanilla. I couldn't either. I asked if they could add a bit more as we couldn't taste it. Waitress said they were out so she just brought one without. Would have been nice if they could have said that. They did offer other choices and we took one- since they charged us for it. read more

Beautiful set up and very delicious! Definitely coming back! The Brie was warm and sweet with honey. read more

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Great food, lovely little cafe, excellent service. Try the breakfast potatoes and quiche.

High. End brunch. Very good. Excellent atmosphere. Easy to work by yourself or talk with guests. Very clean. A bit expensive, but worth it. Friendly staff. Keeps the riffraff out. read more