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DINING

DINING

The Reef of St . Augustine
4100 Coastal Hwy ., St . Augustine , FL 32084 904.824.8008 www . thereefstaugustine . com Located oceanfront on A1A North near Vilano Beach , The Reef of St . Augustine offers a creative menu of fresh fish and seafood , steaks , pastas , salads and innovative chef specials — together with an extensive wine list and a full bar . There ’ s live music on weekends .
Ruth ’ s Chris Steak House
814 A1A N ., Ste 103 , Ponte Vedra Beach 32082 904.285.0014 www . ruthschris . com The memory of a great meal stays with you long after the table ’ s been cleared . Which is why we use only the freshest and finest ingredients , like USDA Prime steaks , fresh-squeezed juices and locally sourced produce . Quality ingredients , attention to detail and that special sizzle - it ’ s what we ’ re passionate about .
Salt Life Food Shack
321 A1A Beach Blvd ., St . Augustine , FL 32080 904.217.3256 www . saltlifefoodshack . com / locations / staugustine We offer a carefully crafted eclectic menu to cater to all tastes and personalities . We provide the perfect locale for beach goers to enjoy great dishes , cool drinks and the opportunity to catch up with family and friends . Our casual yet trendy open-air space will accommodate all types from the avid seaman to land lovers looking for a taste of the Salt Life . It ’ s your choice of flops over loafers and soon to be your ideal choice for lunch or dinner ! So bask in the life and pull up a stool .
Smokin D ’ s BBQ
110 S . R . 206 East , St . Augustine , FL 32086 904.797.2050 www . smokindbbq . com We sell no swine before it ’ s time or any of our other meats for that matter but when we do sell we keep going each day until all the meat is gone , usually around 7:00 pm . If you are a BBQ snob or just a fan of true smoked meat you will love this little smokehouse at the corner of 206 and US 1 on the south side of St . Augustine . Rib Champion of the annual Rhythm and Ribs competition , First place BEST BAR-B-QUE in St . Augustine 2015 and loved by locals for more than ten years . Remember we sell out EVERY day so call ahead or get their early , no tables , no chairs no credit cards just perfect QUE .
South Beach Grill
45 Cubbedge Rd ., Crescent Beach , FL 32080 904.471.8700 www . southbeachgrill . net South Beach Grill means oceanfront dining that features fresh , local seafood , creative cuisine and pasta dishes . Enjoy the Grill ’ s award-winning roasted corn and blue-crab chowder . Relax in the comfortable , open-air atmosphere of a classic seafood restaurant . Daily specials .
Spanish Bakery & Cafe
42 1 / 2 St . George St ., St . Augustine , FL 32084 904.342.7859 www . spanishbakerycafe . com Nestled under the historic Cedar tree , the Spanish Bakery & Café serves empanada , picadillo , pilau , and salad lunches , made fresh each day by our on-site chefs . Our daily and seasonal specials , based on old Florida recipes , our seasonal specials are treasures of a forgotten era . House-made soups and gazpacho complement freshly baked bread to satisfy the heartiest of appetites . For a unique dining experience , visit the Spanish Bakery - just a short walk from the City Gates tucked behind The Salcedo House ( Whetstone ’ s Chocolates ), across the street from the Colonial Quarter Taberna del Caballo . Authentic setting with outdoor picnic area under an old cedar tree .
St . Augustine Independent Restaurant Association ( SAiRA ) www . staugustinerestaurants . com Skip the chains tonight and GO LOCAL ! Celebrate the local St . Augustine dining experience with SAiRA , a collection of 17 independently-owned restaurants from casual to upscale .
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 we do here at Sunset Grille . A favorite of locals and tourists alike , our 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 !
Taberna del Caballo
37 St . George St ., St . Augustine , FL 32084 904.342.2869 www . colonialquarter . com / dine / tabernadel-caballo Step back in time into our authentic , candlelit , 18th century-styled taberna . Be fully immersed in the taberna experience , from clinking carafes and Spanish song to servers in period clothing and unexpected visits from 1700s Spanish garrison soldiers . Enjoy light tapas , local fare and cold beverages in an intimate atmosphere you won ’ t find anywhere else .
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 , is creating something to experience . Terra & Acqua is a restaurant inspired by the beautiful Atlantic Ocean and the freshest of locally-farmed ingredients .
Trasca and Company Eatery
155 Tourside Dr ., Ste 1500 , Ponte Vedra Beach , FL 32082 904.395.3989 www . trascaandco . com At Trasca & Co Eatery , the Panino is the heart of our menu . Unlike anything you ’ ve ever tried , this craveable creation is eaten like a rolled-up sandwich . The Panino starts with a secret family dough recipe - made fresh daily . After rolling the dough thinly , we add the best quality meats , the most delicious cheeses we can source , fresh vegetables and housemade sauces .
World Famous Oasis Restaurant
4000 A1A S , St . Augustine , FL 32080 904.471.3424 www . worldfamousoasis . com A fun , casual-dining experience serving breakfast , lunch and dinner seven days a week . The Oasis also offers a full-service bar and a raw bar on an upstairs deck .
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