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.

I visited on June 18th at around 6pm, and the only negative thing I have to say is about the…read moreattitude of the host at the entrance. When I arrived with my pregnant wife and my service dog, he asked somewhat curtly if it was a service dog. After I confirmed and thanked him, he rudely placed the menu on the table, turned around without saying another word or showing any basic courtesy, and just walked away with his back to us. It was a pretty cold and uncomfortable welcome. That said, the restaurant is absolutely charming. I really loved the interior ambiance--it's cozy, well-decorated, and has a very pleasant vibe. The food was extremely delicious. We ordered the Half Pound Ice Plant Burger and it was juicy, fresh, and packed with flavor. You could taste the quality in every single bite--the meat was perfect, the ingredients fresh, and everything very well balanced. Definitely one of the best burgers I've had recently. Despite the initial host experience, I would return without hesitation for the food and the atmosphere. Highly recommended, but they could improve the initial greeting.

Can't say enough about this hidden gem in St Augustine. Just a short walk off of St George Street,…read moreyou can get the best priced food I got my entire trip. The wings were amazing, burgers were good, and the Nacho Fries were so good they were gone before I could take a picture. Waiter was an absolute beast, constant supply of Ice Cold Michelob's. The atmosphere was also really good, not like the trailer parks back home.

Treylor Park was such a fun find in St. Augustine! The vibe alone makes it worth the visit--think…read morequirky, creative décor with an RV-inspired interior that gives it a laid-back, offbeat charm. It got pretty busy while we were there, but impressively, they were running with just one server--and he absolutely held it down. Despite the crowd, he stayed attentive, friendly, and kept everything moving smoothly, which really stood out. The menu is where things get especially interesting--unique, playful, and definitely not your standard fare. I tried the chicken apple pie sandwich, which was as unexpected as it sounds. It was fun, different, and surprisingly good! It is one of those dishes you won't find just anywhere. Husband loved his upscale bologna sandwich and the waffle fries were yummy! Overall, Treylor Park delivers on atmosphere and creativity. It's a great spot if you're looking for something a little outside the box with a fun, energetic vibe and memorable food.

We enjoyed their happy hour wings (extra crispy), House Cabernet, and friendly attentive service!…read moreThe rustic woodwork and details in this restaurant lend perfectly to the Historic district's vibe. While very tourist friendly, Barley Republic is a great place to be a local regular as well! Very chill, in the best way.

Best fried pickles I've ever had! Great atmosphere, open until 2 AM, and they serve local beer. I…read moretried a cider brewed in Jacksonville, Florida, and it did not disappoint. The servers were attentive and friendly. I came in alone and realized I'd left my wallet behind. When I asked if they accepted tap-to-pay, they were happy to accommodate me. Definitely worth the 20min wait--even on a Tuesday night at 11 PM!

Are you kidding me? We had a very little wait. I wasn't real hungry, so I ordered a cup of clam…read morechowder and a side salad with a key lime vinegarette dressing. I had that on the side, not only did I pour it all on, but I ordered a but more salad dressing, because it was sooooo goooood! Mark ordered some kind of pasta with shrimp. Not being a pasta person, I really don't know how the cavatoppi (sp?) tasted, but the shrimp. Now, I am not talking little popcorn Shrimp, I am talking big ole shrimp. I did try half of one, yes, I said half a piece of shrimp. That is how large they are. Our waitress, Diane took care of us like we were family. Actually, she appeared to treat everyone that way! I loved the decor, and did I mention how great the entire staff was?? Despite the long line, but little wait time, this restaurant ran like a well-oiled machine. I wanted to mention, there is upstairs seating also.

Oh man! What's happening Sunset grille?! He ordered the…read moregrouper sandwich and got sick. I got the blackened fish tacos which were way over seasoned! This is typically a delicious spot! Not sure what was going on this time around!!

If you're a cocktail enthusiast you have to check this out when you're in the area! We went in the…read moreafternoon and had a caipirhina, one of Anthony Bourdain's favorite cocktails. The hummus plate was insanely good. The burrata sandwich with prosciutto was a perfect summertime lunch, and the steak sandwich was also great even though my boyfriend only let me have one bite. The highlight was the Caesar salad because it was PERFECTLY briny and satisfying, and they're not skimpy with the anchovies. 10/10!

Great hidden gem in the heart of St A. Definitely recommend making a reservation, as footprint is…read moresmall. Full service bar is a great addition to the dining room. Server was friendly and accommodating- wish I got her name. She kept a good eye on us even with many tables. Food was great ... wish we had room for the mango cheesecake! Next time! We will return!

Ahi tuna appetizer was delicious and so was the Redfish Alexander special! I would come back.read more

The food was good and fairly priced for a seafood restaurant in beach town but the reason for 3…read morestars was the service. My wife and I were in the upstairs dining area and had a server that was very lack luster. She walked over and placed two waters down and asked if we wanted to order. Didn't even greet us and seemed very annoyed. Said server could have been having a bad day or just simply untrained but either way not a good impression for such a popular restaurant.

Great service, great atmosphere, quick service even though the restaurant was full, food was…read morereceived it a descent time. And the food was great!

Had the rib eye which was done perfectly and wife had mahi abaco. Service from jordan was…read moreexcellent. Great experience.

I'll start by saying this is probably the best breakfast burrito I've ever had…read more The parking lot is tinyyyy. The restaurant is tinyyyyy. St. Augustine is a busy place. Therefore, this gets a long wait for breakfast/brunch. It's hard to get a parking spot but there's free parking across the street. They have a big waiting area next to the restaurant which is definitely needed as we ended up waiting like 45 minutes around 9:30 am on a Saturday. The food was definitely worth the wait though. I got the burrito smothered with sauce and cheese and the flavor was fantastic. Flavorful but not super spicy or anything. It's also HUGE. Highly recommend. Service is a little questionable, if it was quicker they could probably help with their long wait. It was hard to flag down our girl when we needed something & it took ages to get to check.

Hard to recommend this one. The food is basic breakfast at above-average prices, and nothing on the…read moreplate justifies the markup -- the biscuits were dry enough that we needed to ask for gravy mid-meal, and even that simple request got deprioritized while our server chatted with other customers. The service showed a real lack of knowledge and attentiveness. When I ordered whole milk for my coffee, the response was essentially "is half and half okay?" -- no, it is absolutely not okay. These are completely different in taste and calories, and it's not a reasonable substitute to casually suggest. What made it worse: oat milk, almond milk, and whole milk were all visibly sitting in the fridge right there from where I was seated at the bar. Zero effort to offer what was clearly available. The atmosphere didn't help either. The space feels like someone started building a café concept and never finished thinking it through. It's uninviting, disorganized, and oddly off -- not warm, not designed with the customer in mind. Nothing about the food, the presentation, or the space gives you a reason to choose this place over anywhere else. Not particularly tasty, not nicely decorated, not a vibe. Not sure what keeps people coming back, honestly.