Diners' Choice: Great for scenic views restaurants in St. Augustine

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Updated 05 January 2025

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Raintree Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (6191)

$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.

Top review

Ann

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent service and food tonight. Great atmosphere, every table taken, that's also how you know this is a great restaurant. Thank you so much to Damien our server for your kindness and professionalism. Best Restaurant we have eaten at in St. Augustine.

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Popular dish

Lobster & Sweet Pepper Bisque

Hangar One Bistro Airport Eatery & Bar

4.8

4.8 (644)

$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 6 days ago

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

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Atlantic Grille at Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa

4.6

4.6 (1379)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Palm Coast

About the restaurant

The Atlantic Grille's spectacular and sweeping ocean views paired with an elegant South Florida design, make 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.

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KimberlyVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Great experience overall - food, service and atmosphere. Attentive to food allergies which we appreciate. Enjoyed grouper and crab legs!

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The Reef of St. Augustine

4.6

4.6 (2615)

$31 to $50

Seafood

St. Augustine

About the restaurant

The Reef, originally called Comptons, was built by the Usina family on a beautiful piece of oceanfront property, owned by the family for generations, located on tranquil North Beach, three miles north of the Usina Bridge. Comptons opened in 1989 and enjoyed great success for the next ten years. It closed in 1999 due to the ill health of Mr. Compton and hurricane damage. There are few remaining true Oceanfront restaurants in Northeast Florida, and of those, The Reef, commands the most spectacular views. Sit at any table inside and the view is dynamic to say the least, or enjoy the recently rebuilt and expanded deck where you not only look out at The Ocean, you listen to it too as the waves break and the birds cry. To complement this vista Chef Denzel Aponte' has created a menu primarily of fish and seafood balanced with beef, poultry pasta and creative specials, always fresh and sourced locally whenever possible.

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Kathryn

Dined 3 days ago

Prompt and professional service, menu reasonable with lots of seafood choices as well as others. Fun music in the background, warm atmosphere and good “Monday” wine list , and happy hour too.

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La Cocina at the Cellar Upstairs

4.6

4.6 (1895)

$31 to $50

Global, International

Saint Augustine Beach

About the restaurant

***Please keep in mind reservations are limited to only inside dining due to unexpected weather -- No reservations can be made for outside (first come, first served basis)***

Come join us at La Cocina at the Cellar Upstairs, owned by Chef Norberto Jaramillo & his Wife Christina, where we celebrate our Colombian roots with World Cuisine infused with Latin American flavors. Located in beautiful Historic St Augustine on the rooftop of San Sebastian Winery, our elegant dining space is the ideal spot for creating lasting memories with your loved ones. Explore our menu and experience a delightful evening in St Augustine just minutes away from the heart of downtown!

Please note that La Cocina charges a $25.00 fee per person in cases of no-show.

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Jose

Dined 7 days ago

I believe it was great and the rack of lamb was very good. For a good place to eat La Cocina is the place to go, thanks for the food and great service.

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4.6

4.6 (283)

$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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Claudia

Dined 5 days ago

One of my very favorite spots for date night, team building events, family life changing events and everything in between, including brunch! Asado Life’s outstanding menus, cocktail & food, are sure to satisfy any palate. Not only are the food and drinks amazing but the staff is ALWAYS friendly and truly can make you feel like you are their favorite guest. Last night, my husband and I came for date night and we were completely satisfied as usual and cannot wait to be back again.

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Experience

Asador Club - Gaucho Experience

Castillo Craft Bar + Kitchen

4.2

4.2 (379)

$31 to $50

American

St. Augustine

About the restaurant

Nestled in the Historic District of Down Town St. Augustine, Castillo Craft Bar + Kitchen showcases a menu of elegant comfort and craft beverages along with sustainable creativity. Our restaurant team has committed to working with sustainable local farms to create a positive impact on its environmental footprint while showcasing local ingredients.

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Katherine

Dined 5 days ago

Excellent evening, loved the Smokey Rita , the food and the service

Harvest & Reel at Embassy Suites Resort St Augustine Beach

4.0

4 (381)

$31 to $50

American

Saint Augustine Beach

About the restaurant

Set in a modern open kitchen design, Harvest and Reel in St. Augustine Beach provides an elevated and unique coastal dining experience.

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Janet

Dined on 24 Dec 2024

The food was absolutely delicious! Service was great too.

Ancient City Brunch Bar

3.7

3.7 (17)

$30 and under

Breakfast

St. Augustine

About the restaurant

Welcome to award wining BRUNCH RESTAURANT OF THE YEAR 2024

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MelanieVIP

Dined on 29 Dec 2024

Delicious food! Excellent service. Caleb was a fabulous waiter.

Sainte-George

3.4

3.4 (1558)

$31 to $50

American

St. Augustine

About the restaurant

Casual dining with a touch of sophistication! The Sainte-George Restaurant offers exquisitely crafted dishes blending the best of American and European cuisines. Our menu, combined with impeccable service and stunning views of the Castillo De San Marcos, will contribute to an unforgettable dining experience. Open for Brunch and Dinner.

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SteveVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Food was quite good and our server was pleasant and attentive. It’s the little things that keep my review from going full 4&5 star. For example, the restaurant is in an historic building and there is a step up to get in. My wife uses a mobility device so it was impossible for her to enter. A temporary ramp would solve this issue quickly. The meal runner was attentive, but could use better training on how to present the dish and know which diner receives which dish. The bartender was a little unsure how to make a martini. We enjoy this establishment and intend to return. We want them to be successful and to be regarded as one of the best restaurants in the area. If they can simply get more of the little things right/better, they will be!

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