This place is pretty amazing, from the laid back atmosphere to the friendly and welcoming staff…read morethis place will not disappoint. We dropped in late afternoon and grabbed a few seats at the indoor bar. The bar staff here works the entire bar I'm sure we were greeted by all of them during our visit and each provided exceptional service. The drinks here are very creative and all come with very generous pours, if you like rum this is a place you'll fall in love with after your first sip - we decided to just go down the drink menu and try as many as we could responsibly and immediately knew this would be a favorite when in the area. I'd be hard pressed to pick a favorite drink and it would be just as tough to pick a favorite off their small bite menu. We decided to try a few of the specials, it's a relatively simple menu but everything is filled with flavors that are incredible - the char-grilled oysters are plumb, fresh and unique in every way, the fried black grouper bites were crispy served with a delicious remoulade and a spicy jalapeño chimichurri that will light up your tastebuds, we also tried the jerk chicken thighs skewers and amazing crab empanadas filled with a curry concoction like no others. The portions are large enough to share and really balance out the cocktails, this was a really nice experience and one I plan to repeat in the near future, with all the options in St. Augustine this one is at the very top of the list in my opinion and with parking at a premium in the area they have plenty, definitely worth a try...

I really hate leaving negative reviews, especially for a local spot I want to see succeed, but I…read morefeel management needs to hear this feedback. The renovations are a massive improvement over the previous bar, and the atmosphere is genuinely lovely. The Good: The food is generally solid. The fish dip and salads are nice, and I've had the smash burger a few times--it's amazing. The fish sandwich I ordered was very bad and I couldn't get a member of staff's attention so left it uneaten. The Bad: Unfortunately, my most recent visit was entirely derailed by the service. We sat at the bar and the experience was frustrating. The female bartender (dark hair, glasses) repeatedly interrupted me while I was trying to order, and then got my drink wrong. When I tried to correct it, she literally walked away. My friend tried to order for me, but three bartenders were huddled together chatting and completely ignoring the patrons. We spent a lot that night, and leaving a fish sandwich I didn't enjoy (and couldn't send back due to lack of service) just added to the disappointment. I sincerely hope management addresses the bar staff's lack of attentiveness, because if this continues, this cute place won't last. I'd be happy to speak with the manager directly about this, as we are locals who want to keep coming back.

Came down to visit some friends who live at the beach this week & stopped in throughout our time…read morevisiting. Drinks are good & our server Tati was awesome it's connected to a pizza joint called V's Pizza that's pretty good too

Came here on a Thursday night after a work function and wanted to just relax and have some drinks…read more To our surprise there was an amazing pizza and wing menu that we went overboard on. 2 big orders of wings and 2 pizzas for 8 of us; know what...make that 4 each! (Yeah, 2 was plenty but damn it was soooo good! Drinks were plentiful and just the right amount of mix. Servers were on point and made sure we were alright. It was also trivia night! Write down the answers and bid your points. Put those phones away because cheaters get called out and disqualified! We had a lot of fun and it was a great spot with plenty of parking across the street.

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.

The Ice Plant is one of those places where the experience starts before you ever take a bite of…read morefood. The decor fits St. Augustine perfectly. Antique, rustic, comfortable, and full of enough character that you almost feel like you've stepped 200 years back in time. Then the drinks arrive, and suddenly you realize you've been transported into the future of cocktails. I wish I could remember the name of the drink I ordered because it was spectacular. Whiskey, a little sweetness, mint, and crushed ice. That's about all I can tell you. What I can tell you is that I could have happily consumed about 30 of them, tumbled down the stairs, and been perfectly happy about the whole experience. My wife went with the Mojito, and it was brilliantly constructed. The crushed ice and layered mint made it look almost too good to drink. Almost. The drinks absolutely deserve five stars. Then came the blue crab beignets, and they were spectacular. That's the kind of appetizer that makes you stop talking for a minute because everyone at the table is too busy enjoying what's happening. Unfortunately, the rest of the food didn't quite live up to the cocktails. The fish dip was very average and lacked much flavor, and the menu itself felt pretty limited. So here's the deal: if you're coming to The Ice Plant for drinks, I would have no problem giving it five stars. The cocktails are that good. This is a highly recommended stop for a drink in St. Augustine. But I have to review the entire experience, and the limited menu and average fish dip bring the overall experience down a notch. Four stars. Come for the drinks. Stay for the atmosphere. Definitely order the blue crab beignets. And if you happen to find yourself three cocktails deep, admiring the antique decor while contemplating the stairs, maybe just take your time.

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.

My partner and I went here Just Because (and to use a Resy credit from AMEX), and it ended up being…read moreone of my favorite recent dining experiences. Arrival: There are parking lots nearby--expect to pay around $15-25. As we walked up, there was live jazz music playing in the courtyard, which set a really great vibe right away. Service: Our waiter was attentive and timely without being overbearing. Food: Everything was amazing. We started with the bread service--the truffle butter was definitely the highlight (we didn't care too much for the ricotta spread). FYI: the little cubes that look like white cheddar are *not* cheese...I learned that the hard way by biting into a square of butter. For dinner, I had the cacio e pepe and he ordered the 100 lasagna. Portions were a bit smaller than expected, but honestly fine after filling up on bread. For dessert, we shared an affogato--the espresso wasn't burnt (which is surprisingly rare), so that was a big win. Overall: After the Resy credit, parking ended up costing more than the meal, which is kind of wild. Only downside was that there are just two restrooms, and there was a line when we went. Great time overall--will definitely be back.

We finally got to check out Saint which is a from scratch Italian spot that really focuses on house…read moremade ingredients, and it definitely left an impression. We started with the bread appetizer, which came with several types of fresh bread and an incredible lineup of spreads like whipped ricotta, truffle butter, regular butter, and honey. Every bread had its own distinct flavor and texture. Next up was the sausage appetizer featuring both a sweet sausage and a spicy sausage, all made in house. They were cooked perfectly and served in a flavorful sauce with peppers that tied everything together. The balance between the sweet and spicy was so good. For my entree, I ordered the lasagna, and it was pure comfort. It reminded me so much of the classic lasagna I grew up eating, layered with rich Bolognese and a creamy bechamel sauce that made it feel both nostalgic and elevated. My boyfriend went with the steak (I believe it's a New York strip) and swapped a few of the sides to his liking. The steak was absolutely cooked to perfection, a beautiful medium rare. I may or may not have stolen about four bites... and yes, it was worth it..... We were way too full for dessert, but we did enjoy a bottle of wine with dinner which made the whole experience feel like the perfect date night. The service was fantastic, the food was memorable, and it's definitely a place we'll be coming back to for many more dates!

LOVED this spot…read more Market in the front with a lounge/cafe/taproom in the back + courtyard. Coffee offerings were unique and delicious. We got the Juicy Lucy + Cherry Cola Nitro + Rosemary Limeade. All of them were 10/10. My favorite was the Juicy Lucy! The barista working was so helpful and pleasant. Honestly such a refreshing experience. We came back twice, the second time they had someone DJing and it was fun for all of us to just hang! Was such a fun spot. There is a vintage shop as well that I got a cute pair of sunglasses, a pin and sticker at! Highly recommend!

I have stopped by here several times and it's always so fun. I like to bring friends to show them…read moreall the unique finds and local goodies this place offers. They have songbird pies which are a fav of mine from the St Augustine Farmers market. There's a thrift store in the back, a small food market, even handmade jewelry, local textiles and gifts. Overall just a fun spot + friendly folks to chat with.

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!

We had a wonderful dining experience at Castillo Craft Bar + Kitchen. The prime rib was cooked…read moreperfectly and absolutely delicious, and the Caesar salad was excellent as well. For drinks, my husband enjoyed the Smoked Old Fashioned, and I had the Maracuyá Margarita. Mine was a little on the sweet side, but still very enjoyable and refreshing. Our server, Grayson, was attentive, friendly, and provided outstanding service throughout our meal. The manager also stopped by our table to check on us, which was a nice touch and showed that they genuinely care about their guests' experience. He was very friendly and welcoming. Great food, great drinks, and exceptional service. We will definitely be back!

My sisters and I had the pleasure of dining at the beautiful restaurant inside the Renaissance…read moreHotel, and it was such a wonderful experience. The space itself is stunning--spacious, beautifully designed, and perfectly lit, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that immediately sets the tone for a great meal. What really stood out was how fairly priced everything was considering the quality of the food, presentation, and overall ambiance the restaurant provides. It truly feels like you're getting a high-end dining experience without feeling overcharged. The service was excellent--our server was kind, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the evening. We started by sharing the fried Brussels sprouts, and they were absolutely delicious. They were perfectly al dente with just the right balance of heat and sweetness. Honestly, they were so good that I left thinking I need to learn how to make them myself. For our entrées, the truffle chicken was incredibly flavorful and well prepared, and the braised beef was an obvious winner--tender, rich, and perfectly done. Overall, it was a fantastic dining experience with great food, a beautiful atmosphere, and attentive service. Easily a 10/10, and I would absolutely come back again.