DINING & NIGHTLIFE
DINING & NIGHTLIFE
1912 Ocean Bar & Rooftop 619 Ponte Vedra Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 904-373-2063 www. 1912oceanbarandrooftop. com 1912 Ocean Bar & Rooftop offers spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean, features indoor and outdoor seating occupying the second and third floor of the recently renovated Cabana Beach Club. The menu features fresh seafood, small plates, elevated cocktails and wines. Grab a cocktail on the third floor and take in the breathtaking ocean views of Ponte Vedra’ s only oceanfront rooftop bar and lounge.
Alice & Pete’ s Pub 1000 TPC Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 www. marriott. com / en-us / hotels / jaxswsawgrass-marriott-golf-resort-and-spa / dining Alice & Pete’ s Pub— named for Golf Hall of Famers Alice and Pete Dye, is the perfect place for those seeking a relaxed lunch or dinner dining experience complemented by a lively atmosphere. Open for lunch and dinner, guests can enjoy tempting appetizers, entrees and desserts while playing Golden Tee or watching your favorite team on one of the many indoor and outdoor televisions.
American Gator Club 1000 TPC Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 www. marriott. com / en-us / hotels / jaxswsawgrass-marriott-golf-resort-and-spa / dining Inviting diners to overlook the tranquil lagoon and 13th hole at The Stadium Course at TPC ® Sawgrass, American Gator Club serves up iconic American bites and sips. The chef-driven menu features salads, small bites and handheld fare crafted from locally sourced ingredients to connect your taste buds to the community. With plenty of outdoor seating, guests can take in the wonderful Ponte Vedra afternoon while unwinding from hours spent at the pool or on the course.
Asadolife 173 Shipyard Way, St. Augustine, FL 32084 904-501-1482 www. asadolife. com The true essence of an Asado engages family and friends long before the food hits the table. Asado Life is a full-service, experience-driven waterfront restaurant. Their passion is to create Argentineinspired, live-fire Asado dining along St. Augustine’ s San Sebastian River. Dining experiences include lunch and dinner with indoor or outdoor seating, communal Chef’ s Table events and a chef-curated marketplace.
Atlantic Grille 200 Ocean Crest Dr., Palm Coast, FL 32137 386-477-4610 www. hammockbeach. com / dine / atlantic-grille Atlantic Grille offers spectacular views of both the Atlantic Ocean and the Ocean Golf Course, making this award-winning oceanfront restaurant the place to be for breakfast, lunch and dinner. With an emphasis on freshly caught seafood and an extensive beverage offering, the Atlantic Grille’ s new“ Shore-to-Table” experience is a must.
Aunt Kate’ s on the River 612 Euclid Ave., St. Augustine, FL 32084 904-829-1105 www. aunt-kates. com St. Augustine-style, fresh, local seafood, steaks, chicken, pasta, salads and appetizers— with more than 12 down-home-cooked sides such as sweetpotato casserole, collard greens, cheese grits, sweetpotato fries and more.
Avilés Restaurant & Lounge 32 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine, FL 32084 904-829-2277 www. avilesrestaurantstaugustine. com Avilés Restaurant & Lounge, located in the cool refuge of the Hilton St. Augustine Historic Bayfront, offers fine, eclectic dining prepared by awardwinning chefs, serving hand-cut steaks and fresh, local seafood. The menu features unique dishes influenced by the traditional dishes of Spain, the Caribbean, France and the Mediterranean— from jumbo lump crab cakes to dry-aged steaks, duck confit cassoulet to whole roasted snapper, there is a dish for every discerning palate. Avilés— it’ s a celebration of the senses.
Ben’ s Soft Pretzels 54 St. George St., St. Augustine, FL 32084 www. benspretzels. com Ben’ s Soft Pretzels is locally owned and operated in the heart of historic St. Augustine. They offer a variety of savory and sweet pretzel selections made from the recipe book of Amish founders Ben and Elizabeth Miller. Enjoy your pretzel in Ben’ s garden, located directly in back of the business, or have it bagged to go. Beer and wine options available.
Boat Drinks 123 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, FL 32084 904-274-0094 www. boatdrinksbar. com Set sail for Boat Drinks, a tropical cocktail and oyster bar that is inspired by Florida’ s coastlines. Since 2019, this beloved tavern has been serving up strong cocktails, fresh seafood and chef-driven bites. With a boatload of rum and agave spirits, fresh juices and frozen cocktails, this cocktail bar will transport you to a sun-drenched state of mind.
Bull & Crown Publick House 53 St. George St., St. Augustine, FL 32084 904-347-2867 www. colonialquarter. com / eat Venture off St. George Street and into an 18thcentury-styled British pub featuring authentic fare and local favorites in a centuries-old ambiance in the heart of downtown St. Augustine. Or dine street-level right on St. George Street.
Cap’ s on the Water 4325 Myrtle St., St. Augustine, FL 32084 904-824-8794 www. capsonthewater. com Full-service restaurant on the Intracoastal Waterway. Old Florida setting with fresh seafood, steaks and a Sunset Oyster Bar with fabulous sunsets. Enjoy local favorites on their rustic deck. Meetings, weddings and groups accommodated. Open for lunch Saturdays and Sundays, dinner daily.
Carrera Wine Cellar 35 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, FL 32084 904-217-4751 www. carrerawinecellar. com St. Augustine’ s favorite place for wine! At Carrera Wine Cellar, it’ s their mission to share their passion, giving each customer a unique experience for wine as it should be … simple, fun and shared. Join one of their wine classes, stop in and pick up your favorite bottle from their large selection or just enjoy a glass of wine in their comfy and relaxing atmosphere.
Castillo Craft Bar + Kitchen 6 W. Castillo Dr., St. Augustine, FL 32084 904-824-4457 www. marriott. com / hotels / hotel-information / restaurant / jaxrj-renaissance-st-augustinehistoric-downtown-hotel Located in the newly opened Renaissance St. Augustine Historic Downtown, the Castillo Craft Bar + Kitchen has a focus on creating urban comfort cuisine which is elegant yet simple. There is a central focus on garden-to-glass cocktails and drinks with a modern twist on old Southern classics.
Catch 27 40 Charlotte St., St. Augustine, FL 32084 904-217-3542 www. catchtwentyseven. com Catch 27 stands in the heart of historic St. Augustine, Florida. They believe in preparing and serving fresh, locally caught seafood from the nation’ s 27th state. They cook everything from scratch with seasonal ingredients and local produce. Their fish, shrimp and clams are caught in Florida waters, delivered fresh every day. The selection varies from snapper to sheepshead, mahi mahi to triggerfish and flounder to black drum. Sea folk and landlubbers will all find something they’ ll enjoy.
Columbia Restaurant Historic St. Augustine 98 St. George St., St. Augustine, FL 32084 904-824-3341 www. columbiarestaurant. com Imbued with old-world charm and a sister to the family-owned Columbia in Tampa’ s Ybor City, founded in 1905. Serving“ consistently outstanding” Spanish-Cuban cuisine. Charming gift shop on-site. Open 365 days; casual dress.
Conch House Marina Resort 57 Comares Ave., St. Augustine 32080 904-829-8646 www. conchhousemarinaresort. com Their full-service award-winning casual restaurant features the finest seafood, steaks, salads and Caribbean-style cuisine. Take a little trip to the Caribbean; they’ re just a short drive away. Sit down under a palm tree on the outside deck or dine in one of the unique Jamaican-styled grass huts out over the water.
Cordova Coastal Chophouse & Bar 95 Cordova St., St. Augustine, FL 32084 904-810-6810 www. cordovachophouse. com Cordova Coastal Chophouse & Bar features European and Moroccan influences, inspired by the cuisine and culture of Morocco and old-world Europe. This newly renovated restaurant located in Casa Monica Resort & Spa offers classic chophouse favorites, fresh local seafood and an exquisite wine collection.
Crème de la Cocoa 299 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, FL 32084 352-494-2834 www. cremedelacocoa. com Crème de la Cocoa in St. Augustine is a boutique bakery offering custom cakes, chocolates, macarons, cookies, desserts by the slice, ice cream and weekend pastries. Owned by husband-and-wife Chefs Nils and Bailey Rowland, it’ s known for weddings, events and desserts that blend artistry with flavor— an atelier where sweets become edible art.
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