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DINING & NIGHTLIFE

DINING & NIGHTLIFE

Spanish Bakery & Café
42 ½ St . George St ., St . Augustine , FL 32084 904.342.7859 www . spanishbakerycafe . com Nestled under the historic Cedar tree , the Spanish Bakery & Café serves empanadas , picadillo , sausage rolls , hot dogs , fresh soups and salads . All product is made fresh daily on-site . Their daily and seasonal specials are based on old Florida recipes and are treasures of a forgotten era . Freshly baked bread and house-made baked goods satisfy the heartiest of appetites and sweet tooth .
St . Augustine Fish Camp
142 Riberia St ., St . Augustine , FL 32084 904.827.7000 www . staugustinefishcamp . com St . Augustine Fish Camp ’ s interior is as fresh and inviting as the catch of the day , and the light from the sun shimmers off the water as a simple gift just before the sun sets . If the freshest oysters on the half shell and true southern seafood awaken your taste buds , stop in today for an unforgettable lunch or dinner with lively atmosphere , knowledgeable and friendly service , and spectacular views .
St . Augustine Independent Restaurant Association ( SAiRA ) www . staugustinerestaurants . com Skip the chains and go local ! Celebrate the local St . Augustine dining experience with SAiRA , a collection of 12 independently-owned restaurants from casual to upscale .
St . Augustine Seafood Company
33 St . George St ., St . Augustine , FL 32084 904.347.2867 www . saseafoodco . com St . Augustine Seafood Company partners with local fishermen and fish markets to offer real American seafood . Enjoy seafood baskets , chowder , fresh oysters , sandwiches , salads and more . Check out their fast-casual dining room or step into the lounge for full service and a full bar .
Sunset Grille
421 A1A Beach Blvd ., St . Augustine , FL 32080 904.471.5555 www . sunsetgrillea1a . com No other restaurant in St . Augustine can offer the same selection of delicious food and atmosphere as they do at Sunset Grille . A favorite of locals and tourists alike , their relaxed atmosphere is perfect for families , couples and friends looking to kick back and enjoy a warm sea breeze . Choose from three seating options : inside dining , lounge or the 2nd floor deck . Indulge in incredible seafood dishes , hand cut steaks , pasta dishes , signature sandwiches , hot chicken wings , crisp mixed salads and more !
Tedi ’ s Ice Cream
65 St . George St ., St . Augustine , FL 32084 904.825.1730 www . tedisicecream . com Tedi ’ s Ice Cream is the oldest ice cream shop in St . Augustine and is still operated by the family who started it . This refreshing ice cream shop offers made in Florida ice cream , hand-squeezed lemonade , daily made waffle cones , milkshakes of your choice , and fruit smoothies .
Terra & Acqua
134 Seagrove Main St ., St . Augustine , FL 32080 904.429.9647 www . terraacquarestaurant . com Bringing modern , northern Italian cuisine to sunny Florida – Terra & Acqua ’ s chef / owner , Simone Parisi , has created something to experience . Terra & Acqua is a restaurant inspired by the beautiful Atlantic Ocean and the freshest of locally-farmed ingredients .
Urban Asado
150 Riberia St ., Unit C , St . Augustine , FL 32084 904.615.6769 www . urbanasado . com Urban Asado , along with the Chefs Collaborative , provides a unique insight into the various locally owned businesses that help shape our community through their experience driven dining events . They feature unique menus inspired by local chefs . It ’ s a fun family atmosphere with outside community tables , the Asado grills are all ablaze and there is a rotating mix of local professional chefs maneuvering from grill to grill . Each menu is built around the collaborative ’ s ideas . And the dishes are family-style smorgasbord , showcasing savory eats , vegetarian options , wine tastings , and even grilled desserts .
Valley Smoke BBQ
11 S . Roscoe Blvd ., Ponte Vedra Beach , FL 32082 904.285.3235 www . valleysmoke . com Valley Smoke BBQ welcomes guests to its decks and dining rooms overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway . The view is as stunning as the menu : slow-smoked BBQ , southern-inspired seafood , chicken and venison selections with USDA Prime Steaks cooked over a wood-fired grill . Whether looking to celebrate a special occasion , a private dining function with friends or coworkers or simply experience some mouth-watering BBQ , Valley Smoke BBQ will not disappoint .
Vernon ’ s First Coast Kitchen & Bar
1000 TPC Blvd ., Ponte Vedra Beach , FL 32082 www . bit . ly / 2yxGQfs Vernon ’ s First Coast Kitchen & Bar invites guests to savor farm-to-table cuisine , fresh seafood , local fare , creative cocktails , and an exceptional wine list . Serving as the signature restaurant of Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa , guests can gaze out at the resort vistas as the sun sets on TPC Sawgrass through the restaurant ’ s floor-to-ceiling windows ; few places in Ponte Vedra offer more beautiful views of the sunset .
Village Garden Food Truck Park
1480 S . Old A1A , St . Augustine , FL 32080 904.217.8488 www . villagegardenftp . com The Village Garden is a community-centered outdoor food venue , the first of its kind in St . Augustine , Florida . Open seven days a week , this food truck park offers eclectic and exciting food options from some of the best up and coming chefs in the area . Featuring four permanent trucks and two rotating trucks every day , you are sure to find something for every palate . Please check individual truck schedules and follow their Facebook page for last minute changes to hours of operation !
Villagio Italian Grille
500 S . Legacy Trl ., St . Augustine , FL 32092 904.940.8623 www . bit . ly / 2thaPTH Villagio ’ s farm-to-fork fresh Italian Grille specializes in Italian fare that uses the freshest ingredients in the region . All of their dishes are hand crafted and made from “ scratch .” They keep all of their presentations leading edge , yet they remain family friendly . From flatbreads to pasta bowls , to fresh local fish and hydroponically grown produce at their farm just one mile from the resort they create exceptional cuisine .
The Witty Whisker Cat Cafe
112 N . Ponce De Leon Blvd ., Unit A , St . Augustine , FL 32084 904.342.5447 www . wittywhisker . com The Witty Whisker Cat Café offers coffee , beer , wine and treats as well as an adorable cat lounge full of happy cats available for adoption . Patrons may watch the cats play from the café area or pay a small fee to enter the cat lounge and mingle with the felines .
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