St. Augustine boasts a number of fine dining establishments with menus to please the most discriminating palate.

Fine Dining

Enjoy culinary flair and sophistication.

From romantic dining, gourmet dinners prepared by 5-star chefs, and award-winning menus, St. Augustine’s culinary scene offers you refined dining options. Enjoy a taste of the old World mixed with the new like only St. Augustine can offer. Enjoy continental dishes, perfectly-prepared seafood and steak, and nouvelle cuisine, just to name a few.

  • Salmon accompanied by a glass of white wine served on an outdoor table at Nineteen at TPC Sawgrass
  • Sushi at Ginger Bistro in St. Augustine, Fl
  • Seafood dinner at Harvest & Reel in the Embassy Suites by Hilton Oceanside Resort on St. Augustine Beach.
  • Ceviche is a popular dish at Llama Restaurant.
  • Ciabatta with smoked lobster and caviar from Hangar One Bistro at the airport in St. Augustine.
  • Culinary creation of Chef Barry Honan at Lotus Noodle Bar
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A Taste of Culinary Mastery

Diners in the oldest city savor fresh, locally sourced seafood, premium steaks, and innovative dishes. Many restaurants feature menus that highlight Mediterranean, American, Spanish, and Asian cuisines, with flavors that reflect our city's seafaring past, coastal lifestyle, and multicultural heritage.

While not all restaurants require reservations, it’s highly recommended, especially during weekends, holidays, and busy tourist seasons.

Popular choices include fresh-caught local fish, shrimp and grits, seared scallops, premium steaks, and Spanish-inspired dishes like paella or tapas.

Absolutely. Our fine dining establishments cater to various dietary needs, including gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, and allergy-sensitive options. Many chefs are happy to accommodate requests with advance notice.

Prices vary depending on the restaurant and menu selections, but fine dining establishments typically offer premium dishes that reflect their quality and service.

Many fine dining venues provide private rooms or event spaces for special occasions such as weddings and corporate meetings. Browse our event venues to find out more.

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Fine Dining

Five-star, fine dining restaurants use fresh, locally-caught and grown ingredients to prepare gourmet dishes.
Tables and chairs set up at the restaurant

Argyle Restaurant

(904) 395-3114

254 Alta Mar Dr.

A California-inspired restaurant with contemporary American fare.

The Bahamian blue exterior of Blackfly the Restaurant in St. Augustine.

Blackfly the Restaurant

(904) 201-6300

108 Anastasia Blvd.

High-class surf and turf dinner restaurant with creatively curated and locally sourced dishes.

Cafe Alcazar

Cafe Alcazar

(904) 825-9948

25 Granada Street

Enjoy delicious food, live entertainment, and a historic and charming atmosphere.

Catch 27's take on Shrimp and Grits

Catch 27

(904) 217-3542

40 Charlotte Street

Fresh, local seafood in the heart of historic downtown St. Augustine.

The dining room at Collage Restaurant in St. Augustine, FL.

Collage Restaurant

(904) 829-0055

60 Hypolita Street

Offering international foods in a romantic atmosphere.

Exterior of the Columbia Restaurant in St. Augustine, FL

Columbia Restaurant

(904) 824-3341

98 St. George Street

Presenting award-winning Spanish and Cuban cuisine.

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