We took an almost hour long drive from south side to Vilano beach to try this restaurant we learn about my word of mouth. The restaurant is located in the Hyatt hotel and has complimentary valet parking. We went for a Mother's Day dinner. The ambience was classy with a live pianist and upscale decor. Our party of three shared a Petit seafood plateau with oysters, shrimp, cocktail crab claws, poke tuna, accompaniments. The food was fantastic! We enjoyed CAFECITO-CRUSTED SALMON FILET with creamy risotto, forest mushrooms, miso crema BRANZINO, artichokes, citrus, capers, castelvetrano olives, sauce verde and ATLANTIC SWORDFISH with mousseline potatoes, broccolini, crispy capers, pan jus. Dessert was equally decadent and delicious with a cupcake shaped tres leches cake and dark chocolate treat with berries. It's worth the drive to Vilano beach! read more

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Our planned night from Jacksonville to St. Augustine didn't go exactly as planned as we were coming for sunset and drinks at the rooftop bar and then dinner at 8:00. Unfortunately the weather decided otherwise. The weather was terrible and the rooftop closed. We opted to continue with our evening as one of our friends lives in Vilano. I had visited the original restaurant many moons ago but was looking forward to the new location despite it being in a hotel. I am a vegetarian and the options for those are very limited. And I get it. It's a steakhouse. My friends all love steaks. Between the four in our party we had the bread which was out of this world and we ended up ordering a second order, the goat cheese terrine which was tasty, chopped Salad minus the bacon was delicious,Caesar salad for one lady, the mashed potatoes and they were not great, the seasonal vegetables and those were awesome, the Brussel sprouts which were very good but a skimpy portion, a filet steak review was it was ok, steak mofongo and review was ok, and lastly the vegetable pasta and again review was ok. I personally just had the sides as I hate onion and I could not get a vegetarian pasta without onion. The pros are everyone on the staff was wonderful! Bartenders, our server Jonny, hostess, valet guys, etc. The cons are the chairs are cheap and uncomfortable, the space is dressed up a bit for a hotel but still a hotel restaurant, some of the patrons had on shorts and ball caps. For the menu prices a dress code should be enforced and more comfortable seating available. I still want to check out the sunset rooftop and the bread is worth another trip. Other than that, I have other places in SA I lean toward. read more

We were warmly greeted and taken great care of by Amy. The menu was wonderful. We started with gold oesetra caviar, which was absolutely perfect. Their crème fraîche was delicious, as were the blinis. Next, we moved onto oysters, of which were shucked perfectly, and could not have been any more delicious. Then we ordered the bone in strip steak, also delicious, with a side of mushrooms and potatoes. The only thing that was just OK. I would say come over the potatoes. Everything else was perfect. Very much enjoyed and highly recommend. read more

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Absolutely wonderful experience. The service was amazing, the food courses came out perfectly timed, the ambiance was lovely and romantic, the drinks were delicious. The ribeye was perfectly cooked, tender, flavorful. The mushroom gnocchi was creamy, umami, garlicky, delicious. The beef carpaccio was some of the best I've had. The bone marrow & caviar was so interesting & different. read more

This is a mixed review. First the service. If you go this restaurant ask to be seated in Mehgan's section. She was wonderful, informative and excellent in any way you would ask a server to be.. simply the best we can remember. The food - mixed. The oysters were amazing, fresh and tasty, The wine (recommended by Meghan, was also very good) My entree the special beef wellington was excellent and I typically do not order this type of meal preparation. My wife had swordfish and it was simply not that good, for whatever reason it came out bland and just disappointing - especially when compared to everything else we enjoyed. The dessert was also delicious. To summarize, every place has an occasional miss. The swordfish here was that miss. We will give Michael's a try when we visit again. read more

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Went to the new location for Michael's and we were very pleased. We were greeted very warmly at the hostess stand and shown to our table. To our surprise we we given a complimentary glass of sparkling wine as we cleaned our hands with the warm towels. They had a number of specials so for a starter we went with the monchango cheese and caviar. Both were delicious and left us wanting more. I ordered steak for my meal and my husband ordered the branzino. Both delicious and filling. We decided to order Tawny wine for dessert. We each tried a different one and both loved the pours we got. Definitely will be back. They have such beautiful paintings on the walls adding to the charm of the restaurant. It's a very warm and inviting space. read more

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The food at this restaurant is AMAZING. Service also AMAZING. The ambience, piano player included, AMAZING. I definitely recommend you try this lovely restaurant inside the Hyatt at Vilano Beach. read more

We had a delicious meal last night celebrating our 51st anniversary. They greeted us with a "Happy Anniversary". As we were seated our waiter, Ryan, came by to acquaint us with the menu. A few minutes later he came by with a complimentary glass of champagne. We then placed our orders. My husband had a special starter for the evening of smoked salmon tartines - absolutely delicious. I had a beet salad which had a large amount of beets and was great. For our mains, I had the steak Diane and my husband had a 16 oz ribeye which was cooked to perfection. While my steak Diane was very good, they didn't cook it table side and flambé it prior to serving it to me (which I've had done other places). Next time I'll order the filet mignon. Both were accompanied by mashed potatoes. There was wonderful music playing when we first arrived and at 6 pm the pianist played some great music on the grand piano. It made the evening enjoyable. Ryan was very attentive to our needs throughout dinner. It was a wonderful experience, food was delicious, nice atmosphere in the restaurant and they have valet parking. We will definitely be back. read more

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10/10!! The food is amazing and the service is out of this world. It's a great quiet date night spot. A little pricey, but so worth it. read more

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Absolutely amazing!! One of the BEST Meals I have ever eaten! I had the Bread Plate (phenomenal warm local sourdough bread with miso furikake butter) and the Petite Filet Diane (perfectly prepared to the temperature I requested) along with Fresh Brewed Iced Tea. My server, David, was wonderful too! Plus, there was an excellent pianist playing while I was enjoying my dinner. I will be back when I am in the area. read more

Michael's - Bread Plate - Seafood Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

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This place is absolutely delish! Their decor has been upscaled and it looks beautiful, great place for a dinner date for sure! Food was cooked to perfection, I had the Scottish Salmon NomNomm! Would definitely get again! The roasted carrots (side dish) were also delish! Unfortunately to me the Kaluga Hybrid Caviar ($115) wasn't worth it.. it came with tater tots which drowned out the mild caviar flavor. I really enjoyed this place and can't wait to go back! *Be sure to make reservations online in advance!! read more

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Second visit. We are not meat eaters but must report that both times our campanions thought the steaks were amazing. My fish and succotash was quite good but the secret ingredient was a stick of butter. That said, and this is common in this region, no attention is made to the fact that those who receive you at the host stand are important. Stop drafting kids out of middle school for this position and then giving them no coaching. Our server on the other hand was personable and professional. He did forget about describing the market fish special, but went on forever with the minutiae of the take-out-a-mortgage steak. A note on furniture, which might seem beside the point, but is representative of many other oversights (why- and again, Michael's not the only violator- does a table of four get four menus and just one specials card to pass around?). Here goes: Some of the tables have two chairs on one side, and a couch on the other. We were seated at one and it made the other couple a full head taller than us. Aside from the couches themselves being uncomfortable. We asked to change and were accommodated without a word from our host kid. Looking at the other foursomes so seated from our new vantage point, it was a scene out of an SNL sketch. read more

Food and service was amazing! Everyone was very attentive! The food and experience was worth the cost.

What a wonderful Gemma we found!! Wonderful wine, great food #Mike #Christopher #Johnny were all great! You can't go wrong by coming here!! Seafood plateau, Salmon, Steak Monfogo, steak were all great option! The bread plate was heavenly!! read more

After coming off the day prior to restaurants that were just ok at best, we experienced Michael's last night. We loved everything! Extensive (a little pricey) wine list, steak Diane did not disappoint and some great homemade bernaise for a perfectly cooked filet. The shrimp cocktail were actual jumbo U10 which Capital Grille didn't even serve anymore. Truffle fries were good but needed a few extra minutes to make crispier and would have preferred garlic aioli vs truffle aioli since the fries were already truffled. The Dauo Cabernet paired nicely and wrapped the rest to go. This is not a Hyatt hotel restaurant but a chef who does not cut quality in delivering his menu items. If I come back to St Augustine we will definitely eat here again! read more

Everything was top notch at Michael's. We were here for a special bday. Steaks were perfect! It is expensive which I have no problem with when it is worth it. This place was definitely worth it! read more

Michael's St. Augustine, 25 Cuna St. Saint Augustine. Night of lights or visit to historic Saint Augustine is not complete without a date night at Michael's of St. Augustine. It's a fairy tale for your tastebuds, a real culinary experience. Burst of flavors in every item evident of chef Michael's passion to create exceptional exquisite dishes. All spices are locally sourced. The steak and mushrooms were devine and mushrooms are locally sourced from a farm who has been cultivating it for over 30 years. All the spices are either blended in house or sourced from local speciality. The food was a sensory delight for me, at every bite my taste buds thanked me. The flavors were a symphony, perfectly balanced, Quality ingredients make all the difference! The service from the moment we entered the door was amazing. Our server Kelly was incredible and the kindest. The service quality, the food and the atmosphere of this restaurant were everything you could ever ask for! We tried the chef's Experience: 1. Beef Tartare, Potato Pave, Creme Fraiche, Hackleback Caviar 2. Goat Cheese Pearls, Cucumber Ribbons, Smoked Tomatoes, Peppadews, Castelvetrano Olives, Sweety Drops, Arugula, Sherry Balsamic Vinaigrette 3. Bread & Butter Trio (garlic herb, truffle shallot, tomato datil) 4. Chilean Sea Bass, Cedar Key Clams, Local Mushrooms, Asparagus Tips, Tomato Nage 5. Strawberry Mint Sorbet (palate cleanser) 6. Wet Aged Filet, Mushroom Soubise, Local Mushrooms, Shaved Black Truffle 7. Tiramisu, Tempered Chocolate, Espresso The restaurant also has an exquisite wine and spirits collection. We had the best date nite ever. read more

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This review refers to their new location inside the Hyatt at Vilano Beach. It was an amazing upscale dining experience...exactly what we hoped for! Excellent service, food and atmosphere. We enjoyed the entire experience, very professional wait staff. Michael is a wonderful, kind and humble host/owner! After dinner, we went upstairs to the rooftop bar Pesca's for a cocktail. Pesca's has beautiful sunsets and live entertainment. I highly recommend Michael's if you are looking for not just a great meal, but a great fine dining experience. read more

We were a big fans of Michael's when it was downtown and we're interested in seeing how things were playing out at the new location. Unfortunately this was a very mediocre but expensive experience. We had a party at five. One person had steak that they were happy with. Two people had black cod that were served, barely lukewarm and had obviously been frozen for too long. The "Waygu" burger ($28) was served lukewarm and overcooked. The bun was likely bought from the Publix across the street several days before. With no alcoholic drinks, the meal came in it just under $350. Our server was professional, which was a high point. A teenage piano player was off and off key and playing very loudly to the point where it was difficult for people sitting directly across from one another to hear. This in spite of being sat at the farthest table from the piano. Sorry we would not go back. read more

Staying at the Hyatt on a work trip. Loved the lounge in the hotel, but only because Nikki made the experience. Personable bar tender that makes you feel right at home. Creates an experience. 10/10 recommend. read more

Enjoyed a great meal here yesterday evening for a birthday. The food was excellent, the ambiance was great and service provided by Christian was first class. Our meals included steak Diane, a 9 oz. Filet and the Mofongo, a house Puerto Rican specialty of tenderloin filet strips on top of mashed yuca. All were excellent. I would rate this as a five star experience. Hope to return soon. read more

Classy, romantic place with 5 star food!! Bring your higher limit credit card though. $$$

We arrived in town Friday night and dined at Michael's at 5!pm. We did not have reservations but their hostesses Isabella and Madeline sat us along the patio area nonetheless and we thank them. Our server Michael answered all questions about the menu and we had the best filet minon with mushrooms . Michael recommended Martis Cabernet wine and it was perfect! Manager Kelly was called and I gave her kudos to her staff and chef!. We were served a delicious cafe latte by " classic" Megan. Their chocolate mousse tart was outstanding. When in town do not miss Michale's and his dedicated staff ! read more

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We went to Michael's for the first time last night. It was soooo good! Food, service, ambiance, and the sommelier's recommendations were just perfect. Could not have been any better. read more

Michael's restaurant was a good choice for our dinner when we went for our girls trip at St. Agustine. The restaurant was so cute, we sat outdoor and the temperature was perfect in February. Our server was knowledgeable with the menu and always made sure our table was taking care off. Each of the food that we ordered was so good and they tasted so fresh and meet our foodie taste bud. Great food, nice place, nice experience. You got our vote Michael's! read more

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Came here tonight with my son and his girlfriend. We had the best time. We can attest to bread, appetizer, wine list, steak, side and desserts. We also loved the decor and the service. The price point is high but they are delivering what you would expect. read more

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Never again . It was Christmas time was very excited to go there with me and my best friend. We got dressed up to the nines. You were happy walking in there and wishing everybody hello and merry Christmas from the hostess to the people we walked by and the dining room there was a couple next to us that just got married and wished him a hat. Congratulations And bought them a drink cause she saw that I got some truffle fries and she was like asked me how they were. I said they were delicious. Would you like some and she said yes so I got one of my little bread plates and I gave her some of my fries and then the manager came over and told me that we don't share food here and not have to do that again so then that put us out our taste in my mouth at that time. My best friend was eating one of their shrimp appetizers and she said you know it was good but it taste a little fishy fresh fish that's not supposed to taste fishy. We ordered a couple glasses of wine And we order steak and lobster for dinner and then it took a long time for them to get our food out at this time the manager came by us again and asked if we could be a little more quiet because I guess we were just in a good mood cause it was Christmas time but nothing crazy or obnoxious, but it was embarrassing for the second time of the night and who are them to tell me who I could share my food with or not share my food with or tell me to to keep my voice down when I wasn't even that loud in the first place and the whole place people were talking, so it's not like everybody was being quiet hush-hush so we decided to get up and leave we paid for our bill out the stuff we already ate and we left and wanted to do a collage in the collage was 100 times better With food service the way they treated us the ambience and just 1000% better customer service and food around that if you ever wanna find a great service, go to the collage and to embarrass us like that, and the bride and grew next to us was disgusting behavior the way they treated us and when we were leaving, and everyone was like, why are you leaving around us? I'm like it kind of made us feel uncomfortable and kind of tried to like kick us out and everyone was like what what what? No no no And I was like yeah merry Christmas. Happy new year everybody never again they're disgusting behavior. read more

I went with my wife, neighbors and their kids for my wife's birthday. Michael's is her favorite steak in town so it's her go to. We started with the Shrimp and chorizo app as well as the tapenade. Both were very good. The tapenade was a little different than I'm use to. It it was still good. My wife didn't like it but she doesn't vegetables so that wasn't too much of a surprise. I know what Wellington is but I always thought it was with beef. I'd never heard of Salmon Wellington. The server told me it was the last one in the house so I gave that a try. It was cooked very well and was still raw in the middle. My wife got the 10oz Filet which is what she always gets. She also got a side of whipped potatoes for the table. I got a side of carrots that were really good too. She got a Dulce leche cheesecake for dessert. It was way too sweet for me so I could only have one bit. I'm not sure when, but I'm sure we'll back. read more

Beyond amazing experience from start to finish every person in the restaurant tends to anything you need from the wine sommelier to the runners who bring your food, and especially the servers! do not leave Saint Augustine without visiting this restaurant! read more

Michael's - Beef Wellington, and a 9 ounce fillet - Seafood Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

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What a classy dining experience! It's set in an old house in the middle of the historic district not far from the fort. Service was of the highest caliber- Blythe was our server on our visit. We went with the "date package" that included an assortment of appetizers, a massive tomahawk steak (cooked perfect with different finishing butter choices ) and dessert. The wine list is voluminous and included a range of price points. The dining room is nicely appointed and seating is not crowded. read more

Michael's - Steak & Sides - Seafood Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

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Five Course Chef's Dinner -- what an INCREDIBLE experience! I cannot speak highly enough of the food, atmosphere and service. Not too fancy and not too casual - definitely an adult spot to eat. A chill environment that is pretty and makes you feel right at home. This was a treat for me and my husband - I got the wine pairing with my dinner and it did NOT disappoint. I'm not usually a white wine drinker but I even enjoyed those pairings because they were perfect. These dishes were exactly what I was hoping for and more. Every bite was balanced, flavorful, and decadent. I honestly am obsessed with everything I had to eat here! Everything was so unique and playful and a joy to experience. If you are looking for an out-of-this world evening in St. Augustine, this is the place to be. I will absolutely be back and will bring all of my foodie friends with me. - Amuse Bouche: Potato Pave, Toasted Seaweed Crema, Trout Roe - First: Burrata, Prosciutto, Blackberries, Pomegranate Molasses - Bread Service: Baguette with Trio of Butters - Smoked Tomato & Datil, Roasted Shallot & White Truffle, Confit Garlic & Herb. - Second: Fish & Chips, Sauce Gribiche - Third: Butter Basted Gnocchi, Local Mushrooms, Parmesan - Fourth: Beef Wellington, Foie Gras, Red Wine Bordelaise - Fifth: Bananas Foster Cake, Rum Caramel, Candied Orange read more

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Beef Wellington done to perfection. Known for their steaks, the Tomahawk not properly cooked as requested. Medium rare came rare...And Brazino fish dish was plain. The petite appetizers where to have medium oyster but where very small and crab claws were tasteless. However Ahi and shrimp were very good. Definitely not worth the charged prices for this inconsistency. Ambiance would have been nicer if not seated in front of the kitchen doorway. read more

Every single dish here was incredible. From the appetizers all the way through to dessert (not pictured), everything we tasted was amazing. We opted for a date night special, which they don't have on the menu, but it's a sharing meal for two that included two appetizers, a 30-40 oz ribeye with vegetables and a dessert. The inside of the restaurant is very intimate and has a very formal vibe to it (although there were still plenty of people there in jeans as well). I don't know that I would say the service was five star, it was good service, absolutely nothing wrong with our waiter, he was very knowledgeable, BUT, they could definitely take things to the next level by making the service provided match the food prices. All around an extremely enjoyable experience. We came here for our anniversary and we were not disappointed one bit. read more

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Absolutely delicious. I have never been to a restaurant in which every single bite of food is delectable and better than the first. We have started making Michael's our go to celebration spot for anniversaries and birthdays. Every steak is savory and worth every penny. The sides are unique and flavorful. Expect to pay a pretty penny, but know that it's absolutely worth it. We could not recommend Michael's more highly. read more

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Slow, slow service complemented "okay" food, at a steep price. Maybe we tried them on a difficult night. When our party of 4 arrived at the restaurant which is attached to the lobby of a hotel, I was pleased by the live piano music and appropriate lighting and decor. Things went down from there when the host didn't greet me and looked down after I told them my name and reservation time. They beckoned me to follow to our table. After my wife whisked away the crumbs from the table, we sat and waited. Eventually, the sommelier came by and took drink orders and served water. Ten minutes later, a server came by and took our orders. It seemed like we didn't have anyone accountable for serving our table. Rather, service was provided by a roving group of people. The original server returned after the appetizer was delivered to ask what one of our party was having because she forgot. An hour after we finished our appetizer we received the entrees. At no time during the hour did any of the wandering servers inform us of the delay or apologize. Immediately following the delivery of our entrees, some of the server pack came by to ask how the meals were. After an hour and a half sitting, it didn't matter. We were hungry. The food was ...ok. The ribeye of my guest (requested medium) was rare. He didn't complain because the last thing we wanted after the wait was an additional delay. After all that, the bill was wrong and they charged for drinks we didn't get. No apology. Unless you're there for the wine (they have a very extensive list) or staying at the hotel, I'd put Michael's far down in my list of places to eat. read more

My wife and I had dinner at Michael's for our anniversary and what a meal it was! I can't say enough for the food, the service, and the ambiance. Beautiful interior with comfortable "sofa" seating. Our server, Oliver, was extremely attentive and informative making our first visit welcoming and providing us with the necessary information to make the best menu choices. Located Downtown, you do need to find parking and walk over to the restaurant through the wonderful streets of St. Augustine. The Red Pomegranate Sangria was incredibly delicious and complex, perfectly balanced, and quite strong. We learned the sangria is made from whatever bottles of wine have been opened previously for several days and may contain some of their pricier selections. If you love wine, this is the place for you. The wine list is quite extensive. Beers are only in bottles or cans, but they offer a wide variety of local selections. Frankly, I'd suggest the Sangria. They offer a "Date Night Experience" for only $200 (for two) which includes three appetizers, an amazing tomahawk marinade aged ribeye, and one dessert. Because it was our anniversary, they actually gave us two desserts. The appetizers were the bread, the shrimp, and the camembert. All were incredibly flavorful and delicious. But the tomahawk...what exceptional flavor and tenderness, and the meat on the bone so satisfying to tear off with your teeth! Propriety be damned, I got my face dirty on this one and do not care. Huge portion that we were able to take at least half home for additional meals. Comes with a bowl of vegetables including a superb layered scalloped potato piece that was crunchy on the outside and tender within. For additional we chose the mushroom "crust" which was a cacophony of large mushrooms smothering the meat and making for an exciting accompaniment. We took the desserts home and ate them later, a Dark Chocolate Tort and Tres Leches both decadent and delicious. From the presentation of the food, the table cleanups by whoever happened to walk by and see the need while our server took care of another table, water refills, and general friendliness, the experience was definitely elevated all around. I don't think we'll wait until our next anniversary before we return for another go at that delightful menu! Pro Tips: There is an outside garden seating area that is first come first serve. We ate inside but it looked very nice if you enjoy outside dining. Let them know if you have any special dietary needs and they will bend over backwards to accommodate! The owner is opening two more restaurants, another downtown and seafood restaurant at a hotel by Vilano Beach! Can't wait to try those as well. read more

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Super disappointed in this place. Told them in our reservations that it was our anniversary and could we request a nice table. We order lots of food and apps/drinks so need space. They sat us in a corner at a tiny 2-top...one of the smallest tables I've ever sat at! So small, not enough room for the food we ordered. Had to move half our stuff to surrounding areas - a nearby bookshelf etc. My husband ordered the tomahawk and they couldn't even present it on the table like they normally do because it comes with a display platter and a regular plate to eat it off of. So missed the whole joy of the presentation of $150 steak....needless to say it was the fattiest tomahawk we'd ever seen with some slices being nothing but fat! Felt like such a rip off to pay that much money to get fat you can't eat instead of the steak you thought you were paying for. Other than having a tiny hand written card on the table before we got there, they didn't do ANYTHING to acknowledge the fact that it was our anniversary or to make it a special evening! We were cramped and inconvenience with a lot of stuff being put elsewhere instead of ON the table where it should've been, a very disappointing evening all around. Food and cramped tables were not worth the over $400 bill. Will not ever return or recommend. read more

Food is extremely good! Servers were awesome in explaining what they offer. And the environment was very tasteful ! read more

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This was our first time at Michael's and we booked the Chef's Table Experience and wine-pairing for my birthday. What. A. Treat. Every dish was delicious, thoughtful, and delightful. Chef Tosh did amazing coming up with the various dishes. I'm still thinking about our starter dish-I'm not usually a fan of goat cheese, but it was whipped so wonderfully and you could taste each individual ingredient and how they melded well together. After that first bite, I knew we'd be in for a foodie journey to remember! Our server was knowledgeable and well-versed in the various dishes that were brought out for us to try and the different wines that were paired with it. I will let the photos speak for themselves. My only regret is I didn't ask for a menu of what the dishes and wines were at the end. I did take a *few* notes on my phone but wanted to immerse myself in the experience and my company. We were seated in an intimate corner, which was nice to have that sense of privacy and like the table experience was just for us. The establishment is a bit small for its indoor seating (hey it's historic old St. Augustine) so be sure to get reservations well in advance. When they called to confirm my booking, I mentioned the Chef's Table Experience and they were happy to add it. 5/5 would recommend and would love to try again! read more

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First Time there, My Sister and Brother in Law live in the area and I took her for her birthday. Amy our server as well as all the folks that brought our meals were excellent. Comfortable seating and very nice interior seating was excellent and the over stuffed chairs were a pleasure to sit in. As posted I had the beef Wellington and was excellent, we had two scallops that my wife and sister had and I promise you it's not easy to please my sister, B-I-L had the Jamaican dish which he stated he would order again. They have lived in St. Augustine 20+ years and eat out when family comes to visit, and Michael's will be their place on special occasions. Parking was in the public lot, but we had one at the side door, and since my Sister should use a walker but refuses she had her cane. Thanks for making her Birthday Special. Redman read more