Diners' Choice: Best Ambience restaurants in St. Augustine

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Updated 05 December 2024

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La Nouvelle

4.9

4.9 (402)

$30 and under

French

St. Augustine

About the restaurant

La Nouvelle is the next story in our culinary journey by Michael Lugo. This opportunity to bring French Nouveau cuisine to our city has us so excited. Bringing to the helm Matthieu Landillon from the coastal city of Marseille, La Nouvelle allows us to explore classic French Bistro fare with an elevated edge. The atmosphere will lead you to the streets of Paris without leaving St. Augustine.

Top review

Michael

Dined 2 days ago

Outstanding meal, excellent service. We enjoyed our dinner, thank you.

Asado Life

4.7

4.7 (280)

$30 and under

Grill

St. Augustine

About the restaurant

"The true essence of an Asado engages family & friends long before the food hits the table."

ASADO LIFE is a full-service, experience-driven waterfront restaurant. Nestled along the picturesque San Sebastián River, Asado Life offers a dining experience like no other. Whether you're enjoying a romantic dinner or a lively gathering with friends, the serene backdrop of the river enhances the ambiance of our restaurant. At Asado Life, we believe in the art of live fire grilling—a method that infuses every dish with unparalleled flavor and aroma. Our chefs skillfully harness the power of open flames to create mouthwatering grilled specialties.

Our Asados are rain or shine occasions. We have covered dining areas in the event of rain. Please dress to your comfort level for outdoor dining.

We do not allow outside wine or beverages.

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Diana

Dined 2 days ago

Our waitress Rose was amazing, knowledgeable, and gave us many recommendations. The service was incredible, and I would highly recommend this restaurant to my friends and family.

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Experience

Asador Club - Gaucho Experience

Collage Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (6599)

$31 to $50

Global, International

St. Augustine

About the restaurant

When dining at Collage, be prepared for a first-class, award-winning experience. The menu reflects the
eclectic tastes of owners Mike Hyatt and Cindy Stangby and focuses on fresh local seafood, steaks, lamb,
and veal, using international flavor profiles. Located just a block off of St. George Street in the heart of the historic district, Collage serves dinner nightly from 5:00 p.m.

Unfortunately, we do not accept parties of 5+ online. Please note we are just a small 15 table restaurant. Thank you for your understanding. Please reach out with any questions.

We will no longer accept Credit Card Gift Cards as payment due to the fact that the issuing bank will not allow us to adjust applied gratuity at this time. Thank you for your understanding.

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Sylvie

Dined 3 days ago

What a great experience and meal. The sorbet palate cleanser before the main course and that bread were really wonderful touches. We will be back and thank you for the birthday dessert!

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Black Grouper

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Homemade Lobster Ravioli

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Sea Scallops

Forgotten Tonic

4.8

4.8 (2775)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

St. Augustine

About the restaurant

Forgotten Tonic, a hidden neighborhood gem on historic Aviles Street in St. Augustine, blends old-world European charm with modern flair. Our cozy, inviting space is perfect for enjoying expertly crafted cocktails, a diverse wine selection, and a menu of New American cuisine with global influences. Whether you're here for a casual dinner, a special celebration, or a private event, Forgotten Tonic offers exceptional hospitality and a memorable dining experience in the nation's oldest city. Discover the charm of this local favorite and make it your go-to spot in St. Augustine!

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KARIN

Dined 2 days ago

Everything was wonderful - the food, ambiance, service.

Michael's St. Augustine

4.8

4.8 (3601)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

St. Augustine

About the restaurant

Michael's offers a contemporary steakhouse experience with a celebrated chef, dedicated staff, and passion for exquisite flavors and world-class wines. Michael's has received numerous honors and accolades. Chef Michael has been recognized as Best Chef of St. Augustine from several of the city's publications. The restaurant was featured on The Food Network with Chef Emeril Lagasse during Florida's 500th anniversary.

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Cynthia

Dined on 26 Dec 2024

Great restaurant in the middle of the historic district of St. Augustine. Loved the old house feel. Server was always available until the end of our meal when we needed to leave for an event. We had to bypass coffee as it was taking 30 minutes for dessert and coffee. The staff was exceptional. The meal cooked and served excellently. The ambiance might have been better with a different table. We were seated in a small room in back by the black curtain where staff continued to go back and forth. I would suggest when you make a reservation to see if you can get into the main dining area.

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4.8

4.8 (6183)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

St. Augustine

About the restaurant

Enjoy casual dining at it finest, the Raintree Restaurant & Steakhouse, recognized Nationally and Internationally for over 43 years as one of Florida's top destination Restaurants. The Raintree is renowned for its consistent, award-winning menu, consisting of Prime Steaks, Lamb, Poultry, Veal, fresh Seafood and more. The Raintree has a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence Wine List and a premium bar, served in the warm, intimate atmosphere of a restored 1879 Victorian home. The home is surround by a brick courtyard with Gazebo's for outdoor dining. Even if you choose to dine elsewhere, join us afterward in The Dessert Bar, choose from our Famous Crepes, Ice cream Drinks, Dessert Martinis, Cappucinno & Espresso or indulge in a fine after dinner Liquor or Cognac.

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Ronnie

Dined 3 days ago

Great service, excellent food. I would highly recommend.

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Popular dish

Lobster & Sweet Pepper Bisque

Columbia Restaurant - St. Augustine

4.6

4.6 (15096)

$30 and under

Spanish

St. Augustine

About the restaurant

Family-owned and operated for more than 116 years, Columbia has earned acclaim for its old-world charm and award-winning Spanish/Cuban cuisine.

Casual attire is fine, but we don’t allow sleeveless shirts on men in the dining room.

Join us for century-old family recipes like Paella "a la Valenciana," Roast Pork "a la Cubana," and fresh seafood specialties.

Don’t miss Columbia’s Original “1905” Salad®, prepared tableside with our delicious, freshly-made dressing, a 100-year-old family recipe of fresh garlic, oregano, wine vinegar and Spanish extra virgin olive oil.

Be sure to sample a fine Spanish wine like Montecillo or Campillo. Relax in our courtyard or Mediterranean-style dining rooms, filled with hundreds of hand-painted tiles and Spanish-style fountains.

We are a sister to the Columbia in Tampa's Ybor City, founded in 1905. Children's menu available. Open 365-days a year, including all holidays.

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John

Dined 3 days ago

We have started going to Columbia for lunch as they offer free and easy parking downtown. The portions are large and what’s not to enjoy about a pitcher of Sangria. Service was great as our waitress was very attentive.

Hangar One Bistro Airport Eatery & Bar

4.8

4.8 (639)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

St. Augustine

About the restaurant

Watch the airplanes take off & land
An aviation dining experience
Two spacious climate controlled indoor patios with views at the main runways, airport taxiways, jet and aircraft parking areas and the Mantazas Water Inlet West of Vilano Beach will make your visit an unforgettable dining experience.

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Henry

Dined 2 days ago

Great service and excellent food! Awesome location overlooking the private jets and the airport.

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4.4

4.4 (259)

$31 to $50

Italian

St. Augustine

About the restaurant

Sogno, which means “DREAM” in Italian is a restaurant specializing in Italian Cuisine with a coastal flair. Sogno brings the best to St. Augustine Florida and combines delicious dishes with local taste. By blending our passion for food and focus on hospitality, we aim to cultivate a dining experience that creates a lasting impact and feels like a dream. Our dining room is warm, charming, and cozy. Come join us!

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Eileen

Dined 1 day ago

This is our second time dining at Sogno. For a special occasion, it is one of the better St. Augustine restaurants. Calamari, one of the tastiest we have eaten. Their special goat cheese salad was wonderful. Entrees…the Cod and Veal dishes that we each had, were delicious. Sogno was nicely decorated for the holidays. The wait staff was pleasant and efficient. Will definitely be dining here again.

Old City House

4.7

4.7 (2145)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

St. Augustine

About the restaurant

features creative cuisine, spiced with variety, in a casually elegant dining atmosphere. Located in a beautifully restored 19th century building, the Old City House offers it’s guests the chance to experience a personal selection of world cuisine in a Mediterranean atmosphere. Only the finest ingredients are used and all entrees are prepared to order featuring fresh seafood, pasta, beef, lamb, and pork. The intimate and charming dining room is conducive to a relaxed, comfortable meal which is served by a knowledgeable and professional wait staff.

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Patricia

Dined 4 days ago

Lovely place and great food. We were really surprised by the quality of the meals. Staff very friendly and accommodating re: our toddler. We Highly recommend.

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