We happened upon Commander's and boy, it didn't disappoint! We had the clam chowder, fresh local oysters and shrimp that we shared, all while sitting outside. Service was friendly and offered ideas on what were their top sellers! read more

Stopped here for a quick beer and lunch before heading out fishing. We were pleasantly surprised with the menu. We ordered raw oysters (from Virginia) and peel and eat shrimp. I would of preferred the shrimp to have been raw instead of steamed but still good. Our service was good too. read more

Commander's Shellfish Camp - Oysters and peel and eat shrimp. - Bars Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

went there with family. Everyone ordered soups. Clam chowder decent. 3 orders of signature crab and corn chowder. Where is the crabmeat? Flavor ok but for the price I expect to see visible pieces of crab in my soup cup Not there. Conch fritters. Same. Where is the conch? For 16$ I expect to see and taste conch. That's all folks. Salads were ok. Can't mess up a basic salad read more

First time visiting and unsure if I'd come back. Pros: Liked the outdoor river view seating, green beans were delicious, staff were polite. Cons: My PoBoy was pretty much bread and lettuce with only 5 average sized shrimp. I couldn't even taste the shrimp. Portions could have been better/balanced. The staff kept smoking outside of the food truck where they prep the food for those in river view seating, which kept blowing into the seating area. I was excited to try the place as it came with a good recommendation, but left underwhelmed. Honestly there's better seafood places that serve more balanced portions with competitive if not better pricing. read more

Commander's Shellfish Camp - Shrimp PoBoy - Bars Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

We vacation here every year we are Florida natives from Tampa. My sister who is from California recommended this place and so we stopped in for an early dinner. Service is great. The server was very attentive. Made sure that we had everything we needed and was very timely and bringing our drinks and food, the inside is very small but clean fresh bright they have quite a bit of outdoor seating. The bathrooms are are just outside on the backside of the restaurant. We ordered two seafood boils, a Poboy with oysters and some shrimp. Everything was delicious. The seafood was cooked well tender, moist, and fresh and I emphasize fresh because everything was very tender and moist. Nothing was dried out. All of the crab was succulent. The shrimp were jumbo and delicious potato and sausage were a nice addition not the best potato and sausage I've ever had in a seafood boil, but nonetheless, they definitely enhanced the meal, we also came with another group and we got to smoke fish dip which was very good and they got an order of the steam shrimp. The only thing that I will say is that I had a strong for some grilled or chargrilled oysters, which they do not make, they only make them steamed Nonetheless it was a good experience however I will say it was expensive. We had six people our total bill with gratuity came to just over $300. I know seafood is expensive and I do feel that the serving sizes were good seafood boil split between two people and we still had some to take home. I believe we got two or three clusters of crab, shrimp, clams, and lots of potatoes, corn and sausage. I think for a once a year visit, we definitely will be back. Thank you for your hospitality and great food and also by the way, the beers are cold and cheap. A cold Stella goes great with seafood! Enjoy! read more

Man this place rocks. Brings the sea food. Get the low country boils. I had a platter and should have had a boil.

Stopped in for lunch. My wife and I had a beer and ordered clams in broth with pork belly. Tasted like I was eating a salt lick and clams were the size of a quarter. Also had the mussels which were average. Cute place. Looks like a diner. Friendly staff. For us it's a good place for a beer. read more

I like to go to a place a few times before rating it. This was my 3rd time in about a year. It's fine, but the food is very bland (our server interestingly told us that when choosing sides today - that some are bland). It's a bit pricey for how basic it is (frozen fries with no seasoning, using only disposable stuff to serve you outside, for example). A fish basket that's nicely fried (but with no flavoring or spices) is about $20-25. The portions are small but enough. If you have a palate that doesn't like flavors or spices it's a good choice, and the kids liked it. It's ok- wish I could give more stars but just doesn't really seem like a ton of effort is put into the food besides sourcing good fish. Seeing the clam farm is neat- but not worth a visit just for that. read more

The issue was mainly with the host. Young girl who wanted to seat my 3 year old and infant at a table where someone was vaping. The restaurant was empty. There were vacant seats everywhere and this is not a place where you make reservations. It's more of a bar. Anyways we requested to sit in one of the many tables away from the smoking. The host gave us the look of death. Like we ruined her day. We were so shocked at her expression on her face that we almost left. Anyways our waitress was extremely kind and bent over backwards to take care of us. My suggestion is if you want to sit at any of the many many empty tables then do not deal with the host, go directly to the bar or ask for the manager, otherwise you will have to deal with the same look and either laugh it off or head to any of the many other restaurants in the area. It's too bad, we are locals and feel like if my hat had said something that didn't make her think I was a tourist maybe she would have shown some kindness. It was just so awkward so "heads up" read more

Decent view of inter coastal. Great datil fish bites. Great service. Nice indoor and outdoor seating.

Fish sandwich (Redfish) not fresh, not tasty, and expensive ($24.95) not water view, not pleasant atmosphere.

Small outdoor seating, mainly booths and bar, with friendly service. Note: It was our server's first day on the floor without training because someone else called in. She was friendly and did her best. Service from others who helped out was great. I wasn't given my cole slaw and forgot about it til the end of my meal. But our waitress gave us sample of dip with crackers. While good, with sauce and bits of salmon and jalapeño (and I think paprika) the large sample satisfied us and we anticipated a lot of food for entrees. My main complaint was confusion about how seafood is prepared. Two item combo - 5 jumbo shrimp from Argentina, oysters or fish. Choices were only Mahi Mahi and Flounder. Flounder was deep fried. I asked for pan fried shrimp with butter. Got deep fried. Was then told options are steamed or deep fried. Settled for it and it worked out although fattening. The red sauce was good. My friend liked her flounder, fries and had Stella draft in nice Stella glass. Family friendly. Had crayons and paper for kids and high chair but chair at the end of the table restricts passing by space. Didn't live up to expectations. Wouldn't come back. read more

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Good food and great service. I ordered crab legs, my husband ordered the low country boil both were very good. The fish sandwich is always good too. Try the linguine. read more

Food was great, and our bartender/ waitress was fantastic. Super solid seafood and the clam appetizer was spectacular. Highly recommend.

Our server Ellie was adorable. Knowledgeable about the menu and the history of the restaurant. Took time with us going over the fish selection and also embellishing us with conversation about our daughter Elle!!! I recommend eating here along with the locals!!!! read more

Commander's Shellfish Camp - Bars Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

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Having only been here before to take home clams and oysters, I was anxious to eat here. I'm glad I did. Simply said, the food was good and the service was prompt, friendly, and efficient. They offer specials from 2-5, W-F. We got there in time on a Friday and had a bucket of steamed local oysters, 24 of their steamed farmed clams and a bowl of Jambalaya. The oysters were perfectly steamed and very good. The clams were done just about as good. My taste in oysters is a little brinier than the locals but you can't ding Commanders for that. The Jambalaya on the other hand was average. A little watery, but loaded with tomatoes, sausage, and spices. If you go for the Jambalaya, when asked, get the rice. Overall I'd recommend the place for shellfish. And if the skirt steak and shrimp on the plate at the next table was anywhere near as good as it looked, I'd say it's worth a try too. read more

Amazing meal. Highly recommend. We had the fish boil for 2 and it could of fed 4 people. It was so good. We also had the fish dip, excellent. We will be back. read more

We love the Outpost at Commanders. Sitting out by the water, even on a hot day is always nice. Alex and Eddie are sooo attentive. We're there almost every Saturday and have so missed seeing Alex and her smiling face. read more

Commander's Shellfish Camp - Dixie enjoying a little R&R! - Bars Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

$20 bucket of oysters is a great find! The food and service were awesome. It has great outdoor seating and is a short walk from the house. We will be back!! read more

Very cool place! Good menu options, indoor and outdoor seating, and the food was great! read more

Commander's Shellfish Camp - Bars Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

First time here and it won't be the last. I had the Shrimp and Grits and it was excellent. We also had the Banana's Foster Cheesecake and it didn't disappoint either. read more

Commander's Shellfish Camp - Bars Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

This was such a delicious restaurant. Had the amazing crab cakes as a starter and the flounder sandwich. Easy to get a nice breeze at a table outside, service was friendly and timely. I'd recommend this place and I'd definitely go back if I'm Visiting the area. read more

Such a nice staff and great venue. BUT, hey, you want to oknow about the food... It is OUTSTANDING! I had oysters, steamed and I don't think I've ever had that many before!! Obviously this is a place to get seafood, so I can't speak to any of the oter fare! Along with my oysters, we got the chowder too, which was really good. It had just enough spice and wasn't overly thick (I don't like overly thick and it is not the way chowder should be made IMO) We did have to wait, maybe an hour? but that was ok as they have a nice outdoor area to just hang out and enjoy a beverage. I think the most advantageous way to go is to order 'take out' ... they fix that and you can then take it out to the inte coastal to eat at a picnic table OR just take it back to your place! Your forego the really nice wait-staff, but you also don't have to wait around. We've done both and the food was equally as great! I am glad we ate in this time. from the hostess, to our waitress, to the chef and bartender, everyone was so nice and we are going to be sure to make this one of our go-to restaurants from now on! read more

Definitely an eclectic find off A1A. We sat outside facing the camp and the river. The Fried Gator Tail, Drunken Clams, Middle Neck steamed clams, and steamed red shrimp were surprisingly all delicious and fresh! They serve beer and wine only, but had a margarita option that was wine based?! I had to try it, and almost couldn't tell the difference! Great experience for sure. Don't forget to walk down the boardwalk to see the camp! read more

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We called for a takeout order & they said they weren't doing it that night. I said, "Okay we'll just come in and order." The girl on the phone said NO we couldn't come in. LOL There was no courtsey, no telling us there would be a long wait, surprisingly rude. We will not give them another chance. read more

Delicious clams and oysters--they grows their own. The clam chowder is loaded with clams. The service is too notch. They have Islamorada beer. Great place. read more

Service is lackadaisical, server took our order brought the food returned to collect plates never saw her in between. Portions are very small, french fries come out warm. Not a very clean place. Wouldn't go back for a second try. read more

We loved this restaurant! The staff was very attentive. We tried the fresh fish that they had including mahi and flounder. We also got dungeness crab and raw oysters! Everything was flavorful! The green beans were fresh and delicious! Make sure you get gator tail as an appetizer!! read more

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Single most under rated restaurant on the beach. Everything is fresh. Oysters, clams best and cleanest you will ever have. Cole Slaw fresh from scratch every day. Green beans out of this world. Grits- this Yankee has never tasted better and we have been on Island for almost 40 years. Fresh fish everyday. Service is as good as food. Everyone who works here is a pro. Owners are class acts and know how to serve great food with professional service in a great environment. Get below 206 bridge for an excellent meal. read more

Food was AMAZING. So fresh. Drinks were AMAZING. Key lime something or another drink... it was one of the best and freshest s drinks ever. Do yourself a favor and go here read more

Commander's Shellfish Camp - Key lime drink and patio - Bars Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

We were heading back to Daytona Beach from St Augustine on a Sunday evening and were hungry. The other places in route all had 40-45 min wait so we were pleased to be able to get in here right away. Kind of a small cafe/ bar kind of feel but had a lot of great fresh fish and sea food options! I went with one of the fish entrees of the day and was really pleased with it. The lemon wine sauce that accompanied the fish was perfect! And the mashed potatoes where honestly the best I've ever had (I'm not normally a potato fan). One of my daughters ordered the crab cake entree and my other daughter ordered the Shrimp Po'boy sandwich. The Po'boy was great (yes, I make my daughters let me participate in what's on their plate, cuz ya know, I have reviews to write! Ha!) The crab cake entree was just ok. Not bad by any means but not phenomenal. My daughter gave it a 4 star. We also had the Seafood soup of the day. It was interesting. Kind of like a gumbo soup base with mostly small bits of seafood. I did end up with a clam I'm the shell in my "cup" of soup (biggest cup of soup I've ever had- nice!) I would've loved to have bigger pieces of seafood/fish in the soup and a bit more flavor. We ended the meal with their key lime pie. That was a definitely thumbs down. I didn't really taste much lime at all in it And then whip cream was a little off as well. All in all, I would visit here again. But probably only after trying a whole lotta other places that look good in the area first. read more

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Many options of different type of seafood definitely loved the crabcakes and the staff were very kind. Great place to just sit back and relax and have a good meal. read more

We just moved here and stopped for lunch. We thought everything was fresh and fantastic! Service was great! Sat on side porch with our dog, friendly people and great atmosphere and what a view! The clam chowder was great, drunken clams were amazing, fried shrimp was perfect and the grits Yummmm. We are already planning to come back! read more

This is for the outside gazebo, they no longer serve the same food as the main restaurant, instead it comes off a food truck. It isn't as good as the inside kitchen and they have limited the options you can get. They didn't even have the Chardonnay they advertise on the chalkboard board, instead they give you something random. read more

I really didn't enjoy this "seafood boil bag" for $67.08 that's wasn't worth my money. Yea not good. read more

Commander's Shellfish Camp - Shrimp, potatoes, sausage corn - Bars Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

When in Florida you only eat seafood - right? My daughter really wanted crab legs and was finding them difficult to locate. This place turned up on one of her searches. It is about two miles south of what was our favorite, now closed, restaurant - South Beach Grill. This place is sorta on the water, too - the intercoastal. It is a compound of sorts with different areas as well as the restaurant/seafood market. We get there soon after opening and want to eat outside. There are five of us and they have the perfect table for us at the top of the stairs beside the entrance. The way it is situated the ocean breeze is not blocked and it felt perfect! Our waitress was like the food - well seasoned and did a good enough job. I don't think our water was ever refilled. The food came out sorta in spurts, but nothing was too far off. I got fried, wife got steamed, girls got raw and steamed. Oh, raw oysters, steamed shrimp and crab legs, fried oysters, fish and fries. The only thing off was also mentioned by another review - the oysters need to be cleaned a little better. Too much grit and shell fragments. I would definitely return. read more

The Commander was casual, fun, good service, fresh fish and delicious desserts. It was our first visit here. The Commander is located on A1A South in Crescent Beach. It has been there for 4 years, but one can easily miss it. There is plenty of parking. Most customers sit on the deck, but we preferred inside because it was windy. The waitress was very pleasant, and took our drink orders. They do not have a full bar. The creamy crab corn chowder was delicious. We ordered fried red Argentina shrimp and fried flounder. The coleslaw was a side. Everything was delicious. We had cheesecake with mango sauce for dessert. Prices seemed a tad high, Will definitely be back. read more

Food was meh. Service was double meh. Deck on the water was closed--underwhelming and disappointing overall. Came for the fresh wahoo--it was good! Boom boom shrimp were good. Fish dip (looked like salmon--disappointing. The fresh catch smoked would've been ). Okay taste; too mayonnaise-y. Needed some veggies to dip and jalapeños instead of just pre-packaged crackers. Nothing to write home about. Hush puppies were hard as a rock. Worth a shot, but needs much better attention to detail, effort and execution. read more

7/ 24: Originally planning to go to St. Augustine for dinner after the beach, but a traffic jam caused us to stop at the nearest restaurant, which was Commander's. This place is a hidden gem. We ordered some beers at their smaller bar while we waited for a table. The atmosphere is really nice because there's an elevated deck that you can walk all the way out onto the water, pretty much. Once we were seated, our server, Danielle, was very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions. We both ordered the fish sandwich - I got swordfish and my sister got flounder. YUM! It was fresh, juicy, and delicious. We also got a side of hush puppies and roasted potatoes, which were also tasty (the potatoes needed a little salt though). My nephew had a hankering for dessert so we ended the night with some cheesecake. The slice was big enough for the three of us to share, and pretty good. I'm a big fan of the crust, which I loved. My sister and I both ended up taking home leftovers since the fish sandwiches were pretty hefty. The prices were average for a seafood place. Overall, it was a great experience with really tasty food, fun atmosphere, and great service! read more

We had a party of 6 that dined at the end of the pier patio and food was great as always-- the only issue eating there is you have to order your drinks and food at a station prior to the walk to the patio--your food is brought to the patio, but additional drinks require you to go back to the order station as there is no server option-- if you don't mind a little inconvenience, the view of the inter-coastal is nice with a great sunset! read more