St. Augustine claims to be the oldest city in the U.S. and it is probably one of the most beautiful on the northeast coast of Florida. It combines areas of open space with fresh ocean breezes, surrounded by high palm trees, urban neighborhoods and medieval attractions dating back to the 17th century. If you’re a dedicated food lover and you’re planning a visit to Florida’s St. Augustine, expect a mouthwatering selection of local delicacies and freshly-caught seafood. Does that sound drool-worthy to you? Great, because we prepared for you a list of 10 of the best seafood restaurants in St. Augustine, Florida. Hold your cravings and scroll down to see them!
1. O'Steen’s Restaurant
I need to stop ordering 2 dozen
Posted by Ed Forman on Saturday, 13 June 2015
O'Steen’s Restaurant is a local favorite, as well as popular among tourists, and has been serving fresh seafood dishes for more than 50 years. They serve home-style side dishes using the freshest vegetables, along with simple, sweet flavors, including ice creams and assorted pies. The fried shrimp is among the most popular choices o the menu. Don’t expect fancy food styling - just clean, well-cooked food, made with care. Do note, they only accept cash.
O'Steen’s Restaurant
Address: 205 Anastasia Blvd, St. Augustine, FL
Website: O'Steen’s Restaurant
Opening hours: Tuesday – Saturday, 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Avg. price for two: 11-30 USD
2. St. Augustine Seafood Company
St. Augustine Seafood Company believes in real American seafood and boasts its collaboration with local fishermen and markets. They prepare domestic fish from local waters and feature high-quality shrimp and oysters, next to delicious soups and refreshing salads. Along with your food, you can sip thirst-quenching cocktails and cold beers, all while enjoying their live music.
St. Augustine Seafood Company
Address: 33 St George Street, St. Augustine, FL
Website: St. Augustine Seafood Company
Opening hours: Sunday – Thursday, 11 AM - 9 PM; Friday – Saturday, 11 AM - 11 PM
Avg. price for two: 11-30 USD
3. Kingfish Grill on the Water
The list of the best seafood restaurants in St. Augustine continues with the Kingfish Grill on the Water. Here, you’ll not only enjoy the tasty seafood dishes from the kitchen, but you’ll definitely love their waterfront dining experience while sipping on lip-smacking cocktails. The Kingfish Grill offers casual dining for dinner on the weekdays while, on the weekends, lunch becomes an option, too. It features happy hours, live music and a beautiful banquet room, overlooking the harbor.
Kingfish Grill on the Water
Address: 252 Yacht Club Drive, St. Augustine, FL
Website: Kingfish Grill on the Water
Opening hours: Monday – Friday, 4PM - 10PM; Saturday, 11:30 AM - 10 PM; Sunday, 11:30 AM - 9 PM
Avg. price for two: 11-30 USD
4. Catch 27
Catch 27 cooks every dish from scratch, using fresh, seasonal, and local ingredients, while their fish, clams, and shrimp, are from Floridian waters and delivered to the restaurant daily. Located in the heart of St. Augustine, they offer a nice selection of wine and beers, as well as handcrafted cocktails. Ask for the chef’s seasonal soup, munch a crab cake sandwich, or devour their fish or shrimp tacos.
Catch 27
Address: 40 Charlotte St., St. Augustine, FL
Website: Catch 27
Opening hours: Monday – Thursday, 11:30 AM - 8 PM; Friday – Saturday, 11:30 AM - 9:30 PM; Sunday, 11:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Avg. price for two: 11-30 USD
5. Schooner’s Seafood House
Blackened Shrimp, Baked Potato, and Coleslaw
Posted by Stevie Harris on Tuesday, 13 December 2016
Schooner’s Seafood House can’t be missed! They have been serving the “fruits of the sea” for more than 25 years and are renowned for a reason. They offer lunch and dinner and, on their website, you can get information about the chef’s daily specials for lunch or side dishes, or the fresh catch of the day. Sounds yummy? It is!
Schooner’s Seafood House
Address: 3560 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd., St. Augustine, FL
Website: Schooner’s Seafood House
Opening hours: Monday – Saturday, 11 AM - 9 PM
Avg. price for two: 11-30 USD
6. Blackfly
Come try our Dynamite Salmon Entrée...its the chefs take on a deconstructed Dynamite Sushi Roll. You simply will not find anything better for dinner tonight!
Posted by Blackfly The Restaurant on Sunday, 10 July 2016
Everything in Blackfly is prepared to order and the menu has some innovative flavor combinations, all made with seasonal and local ingredients. Its venue is ideal for events and big feasts and they host their own, like their Winey Wednesday, every day happy hours, and Martini Mondays.
Blackfly
Address: 108 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine, FL
Website: Blackfly
Opening hours: Sunday – Thursday, 5 PM - 9 PM; Friday – Saturday 5 PM - 10 PM
Avg. price for two: 11-30 USD
7. Harry’s Seafood, Bar & Grille
Harry’s Seafood, Bar & Grille has been cooking some of the most delicious seafood in St. Augustine for 30 years now, always staying true to the adage that “good food means good mood”. Don’t leave without trying their signature dish, which is a finger-licking Jambalaya with chicken, shrimp, and sausage served with rice or pasta.
Harry’s Seafood, Bar & Grille
Address: 46 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine, FL
Website: Harry’s Seafood, Bar & Grille
Opening hours: Sunday – Thursday, 11 AM - 10 PM; Friday – Saturday, 11 AM - 11 PM
Avg. price for two: 11-30 USD
8. O. C. White’s Seafood & Spirits
Looking for Sunday dinner ideas? Try our Kauai Local Catch: fresh local catch rubbed with lemon pepper and Caribbean spices, grilled and topped with pineapple mango salsa 🍍🐟 #staugustine #ocwhites
Posted by O.C. White's on Sunday, 1 July 2018
Who’s up for homemade chowder and crab cakes, fresh shrimp, lobster and crab, as well as steak and pasta? Whoever you are, you should definitely pay a visit to O.C. White’s Seafood & Spirits, for the ultimate seafood dining experience.
O. C. White’s Seafood & Spirits
Address: 118 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine, FL
Website: O. C. White’s Seafood & Spirits
Opening hours: Monday – Thursday 11 AM - 10 PM; Friday – Saturday 11:30 AM - 11 PM; Sunday, 09:30 AM - 10 PM
Avg. price for two: 11-30 USD
9. Beaches at Vilano
Posted by Beaches at Vilano on Friday, 21 July 2017
Dining in this restaurant feels like you are on one of the Caribbean islands. Beaches at Vilano is famous for their good food and laid-back atmosphere, as well as their beautiful sunset views and their polite staff. Menu favorites include their shrimp and grits, jerk chicken, and the Marley Burger.
Beaches at Vilano
Address: 254 Villa Rd., Next to the Pier, Vilano Beach, St. Augustine, FL
Website: Beaches at Vilano
Opening hours: Sunday – Thursday, 11 AM - 9 PM; Friday – Saturday, 11 AM - 10 PM
Avg. price for two: 11-30 USD
10. The Conch House Restaurant
We're fellin' a little "Crabby" -- So come on out to our Fresh Market Seafood Boil this weekend and enjoy $2 OFF a LB of King or Snow Crab Legs!!!
Posted by The Conch House Marina Resort on Saturday, 10 December 2016
Last, but definitely not least, the Conch House Restaurant completes our list of the best seafood restaurants in St. Augustine, Florida. Get ready for fine seafood recipes, Caribbean-style cuisine and delicious steak and salads, all cooked to order. The relaxing setting with palm trees certainly adds something to the atmosphere.
The Conch House Restaurant
Address: 57 Comares Ave, St.Augustine, FL
Website: The Conch House Restaurant
Opening hours: Monday – Thursday and Sunday, 11 AM - 9 PM; Friday – Saturday, 11 AM - 10 PM
Avg. price for two: 11-30 USD
See you in St. Augustine!
Don’t you just have an urgent craving for seafood after all this? Treat yourself with a trip to Florida’s St. Augustine and try as many as places as you can. This list of the 10 best seafood restaurants in St. Augustine will surely help you to navigate the city! See you in Florida!
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