My wife and I have visited The Ice Plant several times over the years, and it remains one of our…read morefavorite dining destinations in St. Augustine. The combination of imaginative cocktails, exceptional food, and a unique atmosphere makes every visit memorable. The cocktail program is outstanding. We enjoy trying a variety of their exotic and inventive drinks, and they never disappoint. The flavors are bold, creative, and unlike anything you'll find at a typical restaurant bar. The Yellow Submarine cocktail is quite possibly the best drink I have ever consumed. Made with curry-infused Bermuda black rum, lime, ginger, and Asian five-spice brown sugar syrup, it sounded unusual on paper but came together beautifully. I enjoyed it so much that I ordered four of them that evening, something I rarely do. That was three years ago, and despite returning several times since then, I have never seen it on the menu again. The food is equally impressive. Two years ago, I ordered the Skillet Roasted New York Strip served with Yukon Gold potato-anna, roasted asparagus and spring onions, watercress, and black truffle hollandaise. To this day, it remains one of the top five restaurant meals I have ever eaten. Every component on the plate was exceptional. The steak was perfectly prepared, the crispy potato galette was irresistible, and the black truffle hollandaise elevated the entire dish to another level. It was the kind of meal that stays with you long after the plate is cleared. I would gladly drive 300 miles just to eat it again. Most recently, I had the wild mushroom bisque, and it was the best soup I have ever consumed. Rich, creamy, buttery, intensely mushroomy, and perfectly balanced, it was everything a mushroom soup should be. The addition of crispy pickled onions and crème fraîche added texture and contrast that made an already outstanding soup even better. My wife and I enjoyed it so much that we returned the very next day hoping to order it again, only to discover it had already rotated off the menu. My only complaint about The Ice Plant is that some of their greatest creations seem to disappear as quickly as they arrive. While I appreciate the constantly evolving menu and understand that seasonal changes are part of what makes the restaurant special, there are certain items that deserve a permanent home. The Yellow Submarine cocktail, the wild mushroom bisque, and the Skillet Roasted New York Strip with black truffle hollandaise are three of the finest things I have experienced there. The fact that I can vividly remember one of these items from three years ago and another from two years ago says everything. Great restaurants serve good food. Truly special restaurants create dishes and drinks that stay with you for years. The Ice Plant has done that for me more than once, and that is why we continue to return whenever we visit St. Augustine.

Good atmosphere and the food coming out of the kitchen looked and tasted great -- no complaints…read morethere. The Bloody Mary is where it lost me. $15 is a serious price for a cocktail, and mine arrived as a tall glass of ice with what was left over poured around it. By the time I was a few sips in, it was mostly meltwater. For that money I'd expect the drink to outlast the ice. Suggestion for the house: given the name, lean into it. Send everyone home with a free bag of ice -- at least then I'd feel like I paid for something I got to keep. Would go back for the food. Would think twice before ordering another cocktail.

Great service hamburger and chicken pot pie yummy delicious . Friendly staff we will come again.read more

Weekend nights are the busiest here so had to wait thirty minutes but got a great table with a…read moreperfect view of the live band "Thelonious Crunk" playing classic cover songs. The male server was attentive and competent but my craft beer was poured as a low abv sour and not my Swamphead IPA hazy request, which was switched out quickly. My Prohibition Burger & Egg was seasoned perfectly and the boiled cajun peanuts had a nice unexpected spicy kick. Aside from the tasty eats, the beautiful 1920's themed bar is notably a mixologists dream. Maybe add a true Speak Easy to the place which would be a cool addition. There was a walk thru to a pricey steakhouse, but not hidden so not really a Speak Easy concept if that was the intent.

We had comfortable seating outside, and the weather was perfect. I ordered the avocado and roasted…read morered pepper taco. It was amazingly good with a perfect avocado and a tasty house made sauce. Our server was great and very attentive. Highly recommend this place, though I can't guarantee the perfect weather

Cute, lowkey spot! Really nice service and the food was pretty good! We were a large party on…read moreChristmas Day and they really accommodated us.

If you are a fan of the bold, beautiful flavors from the lovely Greek & Polish cultures, this is a…read moremust-visit spot! After you traverse the alleyways of historic St Augustine, you are transported to your yiayia's house and greeted warmly by the staff. The Feta Saganaki appetizer is one of the coolest dishes that I have ever had. The Polish kielbasa plate is out of this world- the sausage has that perfect crunch and char, the mountain of sauerkraut is delicious, and the platter comes with your choice of 4 pierogis- our server recommended that we try one of each flavor. Potato was the favorite. The gyro is epic & huge, so we ended up nibbling on one half and taking the other half to-go. The wine selection is eclectic and intriguing. The pastry case will tempt you with the Basque burnt cheesecake, and it will win. You should let it win. We are so glad that we found this hidden gem, and this will be a return spot for our future trips!

This was our first time visiting Gaufres and Goods in St. Augustine, Florida, and it is an absolute…read morehidden gem! Tucked just off the main street, this small, locally owned restaurant offers incredible food and a charming atmosphere. I ordered the Kielbasa with Pierogies and the Bogus Stew, and everything was completely on point. The pierogies were served with traditional bacon, onions, and house-made sauerkraut that was braised with fantastic seasoning. The menu at this restaurant is a combination of Polish staples and your standard Greek foods. It's a very interesting menu. We didn't have room for dessert, but they are all homemade and looked delicious--we will definitely save room for them next tim

The gentleman in the food truck was so nice and answered any questions that we had!…read moreI enjoyed the fresh catch St Augustine Tacos; the fish was cooked perfectly, and the rosemary fries were incredible! We also had the Datil Philly which was the perfect amount of zest and flavor. We will absolutely be back!

The food was amazing!! I had the shrimp and my husband had tacos with jerk chicken. We both had the…read morerosemary garlic fries (which had whole cloves of garlic that had been fried with the fries! Amazing!). Everything was delicious. The fries were fresh cut. The food options were great! We will definitely be back when we are in the area.

Food Quality & Taste: 5/5 The food is AMAZING! And always…read moreconsistent! My top favorite is the Mar y Tierra (the surf and Turf). Other standouts? The Tallarines Verdes. My favorite cocktail is the chichimosa. While the s'mores on fire is a really nice show, the base is composed of traditional alfajores cookies. The parmesan ice cream is an interesting and tasty addition, however. -Salmon Civiche (Ceviche Nikkei): 4/5 -Anticuchos: 3.5/5 -Surf and Turf (Mar y Tierra): 5/5 -Seafood Paella (Arroz con Mariscos): 5/5 -S'mores on Fire: 4/5 Service: 4/5 The service is really good. The servers are knowledgeable of the menu and able to answer many specific questions. At times the service felt a little rushed, which is why I gave it a 4/5, but nothing to deter me from going again. Atmosphere: 5/5 It is truly a beautiful restaurant. The décor, the lighting, the cultural aspects on the wall, the different sections of the restaurant...all really contribute to a vibrant and authentic experience. They've recently expanded as well, and I was blown away. Value: 4/5 This is truly an experience. The pricing can be a little pricey, but I believe it is worth it. This is probably not a casual night out for dinner, but a nice date night, a celebration, or an elevated experience. Opportunities for Learning: 5/5 The menu has many traditional Peruvian options with unique twists. The menu maintains many of the Spanish names for the dishes, so the menu will have you googling. I first learned about the anticuchos cooking style at Llama, and I continue to learn every time I go back.

Wow... what an experience! This cute little place packs a BIG punch. From the moment we walked in,…read morethe staff was very welcoming and friendly. We had a reservation and they sat us right away. Reservations are usually required since they get full real quick. The server was kind and explained the menu and meal service to us. We started with specialty cocktails. Everything is hand made and fresh. You can taste the difference. We got some appetizers. Personally, my favorite was the yucca with the trio of dipping sauces. Each sauce was better than the last, and I wanted to continue eating each one long after it was done. The octopus was delicate and melted in your mouth. The flavor combos in the volcano dish were so wonderful. It was like chips and dip. I was most excited for my meal. The pesto pasta with the hanger steak. EVERY.THING.WAS.AMAZING in this dish. I was savoring each bite. Getting sad when I was reaching the end. The pesto was packed with flavor. Creamy and aromatic. The hanger steak?! Oh boy... perfectly cooked. Juicy. Melted in your mouth. I wanted a lot more of that. What a great piece of meat. I was reallllly looking forward to dessert. And it did not disappoint! I got the s'mores dessert. I love s'mores everything. And this was an elevated s'mores like I never had before. The presentation was WOW. The smore was in a bag that they lit on fire at the table. The fire charred the marshmallow on top perfectly. The Carmel on top of the delegate shortbeard was melt in your mouth. Those shortbeard cookies were incredible. Buttery and crumbly. Perfect. The strawberry compote to mix with it was fresh and bursting with flavor. All the flavors melding together to light your taste buds on fire! I would LOVE to return and try some more items. We had a wonderful experience!

Food was delicious, Service was great. I had the surf and turf and my date had the lobster ravioli…read more I highly recommend this place for a date night.

Reservations required due to the limited seating and dress is business casual, although nice shorts…read moreon the guys is fine during these hot summer months. Even though it sounds rather stuffy, this is a very friendly and welcoming place. Our meal and the whole experience was amazing! Professional, yet friendly staff and our waitress was wonderful! Cozy, yet elegant dining areas. We started with bread with roasted garlic cloves and basil oil. Had an appetizer of prosciutto wrapped scallops and potatoes (Scallop Saltimbocca). I had their special of pan seared redfish and my husband had the wild mushroom pasta. We were served raspberry sorbet as a palate cleanser before the entree. Finished with rum cake we shared that they graciously split in half portions for us. All in all, it was a wonderful dining experience!

Came here last year and had an amazing experience. Food was delicious, and we felt like we were…read morestepping into a family member's house to eat. Large portions, beautiful plates and silverware, and quaint, cozy ambiance in America's oldest city. Fast forward to Saturday the 14th, and I'm back again with family visiting from out of the country. The food was good, but the vibe was a bit different. Started with chips & salsa - good, but hardly any chips. We had 3/4 of a dish of salsa remaining after finishing the chips, and we were told that we would have to pay for a refill of chips. Very sad! We also ordered two taco platters, and three chicken quesadilla platters. Food was good, but the side portions (beans and rice) were very small, and served in tiny plastic cups. The plates and silverware were replaced with cardboard plates/trays and plastic cutlery. Although the food was good, the presentation was disappointing. Our waitress did a good job, so kudos to her! $120+ before a tip - a couple more chips would have been nice, and real plates and silver would have been amazing.....just saying.

I'm so impressed!! Going to FL from TX, have little…read moreexpectations on Mexican food but I was proven wrong because Mayita was amazing. I got the lamb birria bowl and it was so tender ans well seasoned. Their rice bowls are very much like chipotle style in components but fresher. Avocadoes are fresh and tasty and they have a bunch of different kinds of hot sauces and salsa on the side. Plaintain chips are good but I wish they were warm/hot. my friends like their beef burritos a lot too. Their ranking was lamb then beef, pork, chicken. Love that the menu is quite simple and easy to order. The staffs are so friendly and helpful and location is right across the Castillo de San Marcos fortress. Would def come back.

Great food. As an Indian who looks for Indian food wherever he goes, this place hits the spot.read more

This gourmet Indian spot is such a great. The owners are incredibly welcoming and kind, and you can…read moretruly feel the care they put into every detail. The food is made to order, and they even bring out a small sample first to make sure the spice level is just right, which felt thoughtful and very personal. The location is fantastic right across from the castle in the heart of Old St. Augustine. Before sitting down to eat, we walked around and checked out the Southern Lights Candle Shop nearby and picked up a few things. It's a very nice shop and highly recommended if you're in the area. We had the butter chicken, spinach chicken, and lamb with rice and naan (bread), and everything was absolutely delicious. The setting is a super cute outdoor garden with a relaxed, cozy vibe. They have fans for warmer days and heat lamps when it's cooler, making it comfortable year-round. The drink selection is solid as well. I had two Indian Rupee beers the IPA and the lager and both tasted amazing. The lager was my favorite, but I'd definitely recommend trying both. My wife really enjoyed the wine and sangria; the red sangria was her favorite, though all three were excellent. Great food, warm hospitality, an awesome atmosphere, and a prime location in Old St. Augustine definitely a place worth checking out.

Our waitress was friendly, knowledgeable, and recommended the pistachio coffee. It was absolutely…read moredelicious--we're so glad I took her suggestion!

Well this is just the cutest little brunch spot! We actually came for afternoon tea but they serve…read morebrunch all day and every brunch plate that came out looked delicious. But let's talk about the tea! Not your typical tea.. but still sort of is. Super into having a variety of avocado toasts instead of different finger sandwiches. My favorite was the one called "the Venetian". Prosciutto, strawberries, tomatoes, balsamic and... blueberries?! What a delicious combination! All the other tiers were tasty and a great mix of sweet and savory. The tea itself... quite delish. I had early grey lavender. Earl grey is one of my favorite things on the planet. Add lavender... next level! I also sampled classic black and jasmine tea. Also quite good. The service was a 10. And the decor was just too cute for words. Definitely a unique style all around. I'd go back for sure.