Just finished lunch here on the patio. Dog friendly! Everything was great. Royal reds, blackened flounder and chicken po boy. Fish dip excellent. A little heat guessing from the datil sauce that the spice lovers in our party liked a lot. But those grits! Had to chat it up with Chef Matt. You'll never guess the secret ingredient, just trust me if u like grits, try them. Service was very attentive and really nice/helpful with suggestions. Been by here many times on my way to st Augustine. So glad we stopped. read more

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We had the drunken clams, clam chowder, and grilled mahi mahi. Everything was delicious and very fresh. The mahi was unbelievably fresh and flavorful. Our server, Joshua, was wonderful and made great recommendations! Highly recommend! read more

August Friday early eve. I'm local, I fish, I know good seafood and I'm the chef at home. The good - The beer was cold, our wait person was friendly and attentive, the patio was lovely. The not so good - The food was a waste of time and money, commissary fare, tasteless and expensive considering the outcome. The fish dip was the worst example of its kind, blended cream cheese with nary a hint of fish. This was our first visit and we were eager for delicious seafood. Sometimes it doesn't work out. As a local it pains me to write this review. read more

I want the shrimp and grits to be better, I really do. They can fry some things up, that's for sure, but we felt that they missed a few things compared to our meal last year. We remembered the green beans being great. This time they were oily. The grits were extra creamy and I thought they sacrificed flavor for texture. We had to add salt, but maybe they are looking out for the high blood pressure of the geriatric patrons that are eating a big ol' plate right behind us. Went here twice in a couple of weeks, and decided against going back a third time. Nothing wrong and the servers are friendly, it just wasn't as tasty as we wanted. read more

Clam chowder! Everything is fresh, clean and great quality. Currently no liquor license but wine, beer and wine based cocktails are good options. Haven't had a bad meal yet, new favorite! read more

I'll start out by saying the clam chowder is amazing, full of chopped chunky local clams in a rich, creamy broth. I would return for the chowder alone. However, the other two items I ordered, the bucket of steamed, local oysters and a side of hush puppies, were a major disappointment. I've never seen oysters so tiny, albeit steamed, but still minuscule...I mean pinky fingernail sized. I would have preferred half as many triple the size. The hush puppies were dry and barely lukewarm, if not downright cold...as if they'd been sitting under a heat lamp or lying in a fryer basket exposed for hours. I'll return for other menu options as a single visit is not enough for a full experience. I'll definitely stop again just for that delicious chowder! read more

The outdoor porch is great. I love the fresh, lightly breaded shrimp & oysters but the breading was SO salty it burned. And the pink sauce (Remoulade) has been TOO spicy my last 2 visits either with datil or cayenne--why? This sauce is a wonderful accompaniment so many local seafood places here serve: O'Steens, Schooners. Commanders' is disappointing. read more

Good food and great service. Fresh seafood was cooked perfectly. Highly recommend getting here early as inside seating is limited. We arrived at 4:30pm on a weekday and got one of the last tables. read more

This food is amazing! Went twice in one week. Once with the whole family... everyone, kids included loved their food. Second time alone for lunch. The only reason I have it 4 stars is because both times the service was extremely slow. read more

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A delightful place close to the river but you can't see it because of the dunes. There is a balcony you can eat on and there is a nice breeze. Food was very good and the raw oysters were top notch. Great service as well. It's a few miles south or away from town so isn't as crowded as some of the places but every bit as good. read more

Stopped by Commanders on our latest visit in July. Was very disappointed. There were not that many people in the restaurant. We ordered red sangrias, fried gator tail, fried shrimp basket, the grilled shrimp/fish basket. The sangria and gator tail were good. The shrimp was ok. The grilled shrimp and fish came out as blackened. When we said it was blackened not grilled because it looked it and was very spicy, the waitress took it back to check with the kitchen and came back and said no it is definitely grilled. Tried another bite and said this is not grilled it is blackened. They took it and then brought us grilled shrimp and no fish. By this time everyone else is finished eating. We asked about the fish and got this blank stare. Five minutes later we get the grilled fish. It was good but the wait and not a single apology. We had to argue to get the correct food. Not sure we will be back after that. read more

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Local oysters were delicious and salty! Shrimp was cooked well and the crab cakes are a great lunch choice! Service was extremely slow but the waitress was nice. read more

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We went to Commander foe the first time last night and the reviews drove us there. We started with exceptional smoked fish dip. The homemade datil pepper sauce is perfect with it. My wife had the low country boil. Clams and Red Argentina shrimp were awesome. I had the fried oysters, shrimp and flounder. All were excellent. The flounder was fresh, light and flaky. The grits are the best. Key lime pie was very good. The best part was our server, Jennifer. She was attentive, gave great suggestions and worked hard. Give Commander a try as you won't be disappointed. read more

Horrible. $21 for shrimp and grits. 5 shrimp and a small spoon grits. Put in huge take out container. Awful tasting. read more

Commander's Shellfish Camp - Disgusting 5 shrimp and grits and gravy... $21 .Put in huge carry out container. Very disappointed - Bars Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

Best fish sandwich that I have eaten in the Crescent Beach and I have been eating fish sandwiches here for over 30 years! I would love to see a better selection of beers on draft. Loved the homemade pickle chips on my sandwich. Datil dusted fish bites??? Yes please! They were so tender and delicious. We will be back! read more

Great food, good service, and a selection of beverages. The food was fresh and perfectly cooked. We had blackened mahi, and fried Mayport white shrimp. I would absolutely go back. read more

Excellent seafood here! Not a huge menu but the food was great! The clams as an appetizer was out of this world .. where I come from they call them little necks just a FYI lol located right on the water very cool place! read more

Went here with a party of 10. Not a lot of seating, but although we had been given a 45 minute wait, we were seated within 20 minutes. Good food! The Shrimp and Grit's is recommended! read more

I can only rate the service as we never ordered food and didn't even have a drink. We showed up late afternoon and it wasn't terribly crowded. We asked to sit at the bar and the host said he didn't have seats at the bar, even though there were 5 available seats. The host then handed us menus and said to sit at the bar, but that it would take a while for us to get served as they were slammed (which they really weren't, but ok). We sat down and watched the servers running around like chickens with their heads cut off. It was quite amusing, until the bartender who was finally coming up for air decided to get the people next to us a 3rd round of drinks rather than ask us if we wanted a drink. It was obvious he knew the people he was serving. I asked if we could get drinks, and he looked me dead in the eye and said "who told you that you could sit here"? I told him the host sat us there, but not to bother with the drinks as they wouldn't be getting a dime of ours. There were many people working, but everyone seemed frazzled and like they had never been a server before. As we watched the servers, none of them looked up or made eye contact, they were delivering the wrong food to tables and then getting very flustered and slamming dishes back in the kitchen because it wasn't correct. The food smelled good and looked good as we watched it go by for about 20 minutes, but they don't get a 2nd chance with us. Too many other options out there. read more

Great low country boil! Shrimp were huge. Nicely spiced. Great way to try a little of everything. We also shared a bowl of blue crab and corn chowder. They were nice enough to split the bowl in 2. Overall a great experience. read more

Great food, friendly service, fun times. Recommend checking this place out. It's a great addition to Crescent Beach.

Wow! Great service from Kathy today at commanders. She was so sweet and attentive to my husband and I. We had our drinks and food and no time and had a lovely conversation. Great member to have apart of your team. Commanders looks like a fun place to work!! Great food and drinks too. Best deal on oysters in town! read more

Great place for seafood and oysters. Cheap and very tasty! Stuff is super nice and friendly! Highly recommended this place!! Will stop here again!! read more

The grilled Red Shrimp was excellent, the creamy grits were amazing, and Clam Chowder was the best! Not crazy about the coleslaw but I'm picky about texture in cole slaw. Worth the drive from our resort and highly recommend to anyone who wants great food without the fuss. read more

Best. Fried. Shrimp. Ever. Amazingly lightly fried shrimp. Butterflied and cooked to perfection. MUST get the Datil dipping sauce-- incredible. Steamers were fantastic too -- very clean and great size for middle necks. Highly recommended. read more

Love the food here. Nice, clean, great staff, would definitely come back. Red rock shrimp taste like lobster. Mahi was juicy and flavorful.

Grouper was very fresh. The boom boom shrimp appetizer is a must!! Definitely get a side of their grits with your meal. It has a secret ingredient that gives it a taste like no other. Staff is super friendly. Only downside is a beer and wine option only. read more

Relaxed atmosphere and great food and beer. I tried the Ancient City red ale and really enjoyed it. We had the smoked fish dip and it was great with very generous portion. I had the shrimp poor boy and the shrimp were very fresh and cooked perfectly. My husband had the oyster poor boy and he liked his also. Both had very fresh shredded lettuce with cucumber pickles. The fries were very good too! We may go here again before we finish our vacation. read more

This restaurant came highly recommended by friends. It did not disappoint! It featured authentic seaside seafood in a quaint down home environment. My table tried the fish sandwich and one of the broils. All of our meals were delightful. The service was quick! After dinner, we took the boardwalk and explored the outdoors. It was the prefect evening. read more

A friend recommended Commander's. We were not disappointed. We both ordered catch of the day. Called ahead for carry out. Took our food to Fort Matanzas National Monument and ate at their picnic tables under the shade of huge Live Oak trees. We will be back to dine in some day. read more

I only frequent Commanders for their clams, but they are outstanding (I cook them at home). The rest of the seafood case looks good, and I've bought nice oysters and fish in the past. The staff is friendly and they go out of their way to help you read more

A friend recommended and we are so glad she did. Group of 5 stopped in for lunch after the beach. Food was fresh and we enjoyed every bite. We had the crab cakes, bang bang shrimp, fried and grilled sandwiches along with crab cakes. Server was Barbara who gave us excellent service. We can't wait to go back read more

Really great! We sat on the patio and the at isle here was great! We had oysters, crab legs, shrimp and conch fritters. Everything was so fresh and tasty! Would highly recommend stopping by if you are in the area. read more

What a great evening! Had drinks and dinner at Commander's! Great ambience, service was amazing! Very attentive and caring! Food was delicious! Great place... would not hesitate to go back again! Thank you to the team at Commander's! Felt very safe and they had plenty of tables outside! read more

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Amazing. Just amazing. Smoked fish dip was excellent. Drunken clams, Oh Damn! Shrimp were wonderful. All the food was solidly on point. Service was excellent, even when packed with people. Just a great stop. Thanks, Miss Cathy! read more

Delicious seafood. We love the fresh shrimp and the fish sandwich. Last time it was flounder and was sooo good. They also have crab legs which have been great too read more

The absolute best place here in St. Augustine area!! This is our second year eating here. Still fantastic! Highly recommend

We sat outside and it was lovely. All the staff were attentive. The best fried shrimp I've ever had:"; lightly breaded and cooked just right

We went to this place randomly because the place we were going to for dinner was not opened. We were pleasantly surprised with how good the food was. I got the snow crab and steamed clams & it was probably the best I've ever had! Definitely recommend! read more

I love this place. A true hidden gem . They have some of the best clams I have ever had. You can't go wrong with them . I also had the royal red shrimp with old bay on them , and very tasty as well . You can order side of potatoes and corn for a small cost as well . Very pleasant lady bartender as well !!! This is a great place to go if your looking for fresh seafood, however it is a bit pricey . But then again, what seafood place that has fresh seafood isn't pricey ? Pretty cool how the owner is honoring his dad with the restaurant . read more