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    DJ's Clam Shack

    4.7 (279 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Casual
    Touristy
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Oyster po'boy
    Luke W.

    Seen this place on Guy's Triple D so I wanted to check it out. It did not disappoint. The food was amazing. The breading on the oysters was not heavy at all. The roll was toasted perfectly. Service was supper fast and friendly. Outdoor seating was clean and comfortable. Don't skip if you are in town.

    Shrimp Basket
    Robert L.

    Great seafood spot right in St. Augustine. Quick service counter, so no worries about a wait staff. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They had a nice outdoor patio with live music for lunch.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Or you can dine up on the second floor, limited seating up there.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The shrimp and fish baskets were very good, great tartar sauce and cocktail sauce. The garlic shrimp roll was delicious, and my wife loved her fish tacos! I would definitely recommend this seafood shop!

    Menu 07June26
    Chris C.

    This was a great find, nothing fancy. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Walk inside order from the menu on the wall and find a seat in the courtyard or upstairs.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They give you a buzzer and you pick up your order and return to your seat and begin the most enjoyable/favorable/ rich clam chowder and the most juicy and flavorful full belly clams, spit of Cape Cod. Very good and worth the market price. On a personal preference point, not a fans of the french fries with that seasoning coating. Otherwise great New England treat. Lobster rolls that others had were raved about. Definitely worth a stop in St Augustine

    Inside
    Kathy L.

    Overall we liked DJ's. The food was good but typical for a seafood shack. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It definitely has a feel of a beachside hangout.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Next time I'd skip the conch fritters (mediocre) and opt for the lobster roll which looked amazing. We'll definitely try it again on our next St Augustine visit.

    lobster roll (not the overstuffed)
    Danielle B.

    A really enjoyable spot, especially if you catch it on a good day. We visited on a Sunday and were treated to live music on a shaded patio, which was a perfect escape on a hot afternoon. The atmosphere alone is worth the trip. The food delivered too. The lobster roll at $28 gives you pause, but it earns its price tag and is genuinely worth it. The fried shrimp basket was also a winner, with delicious shrimp as the highlight. Skip the fries and go for the onion rings instead. Not a destination we'd drive across town for, but absolutely one we'd return to if we were in the area. A great option when the weather and the music align.

    Upstairs
    Caroline B.

    Delicious and packed lobster rolls. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Definitely a casual spot but plenty of seating both outside and upstairs.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Order at a window and then pick up the food when it's ready. Quick and kind service but by no means fancy. Came here for a good and filling lobster roll and that's exactly what I got!

    Tiffany S.

    WOOWWWW! Best lobster roll of my life. Also the loaded clam chowder fries were so amazing!! Staff was so friendly we came in after a rain storm and they offered us towels. 10/10 experience

    Clams and lobster roll
    Tara C.

    A generous amount of lobster ($46) however it was almost tasteless. You can definitely tell it was frozen. Kind of disappointing. The fried clams were great ($18). [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have a really nice shady outdoor area to enjoy your food.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Chandra A.

    Me and my family spent the day in St Augustine, visiting Fort Mose to close out Black History Month(excellent history of enslaved people in that area). We had already planned to eat at DJ's Clam Shack, a favorite since visiting Key West and promoted by Guy Fieri, Food Network. The lobster rolls are the best, you must get it hot, the bread, fresh lobster meat with butter will melt in your mouth and the coleslaw is very fresh. The conch fritters, fries and clams were all tasty and very delicious. The staff are very friendly and patient. There is inside and outside seating, we decided to eat outside, 75 degrees and a light breeze so remember DJ's Clam Shack on Hypolita the next time you visit St Augustine.

    Steamed Clams in garlic, clam juice & butter brine!  Yum!
    Michael O.

    Been here before and the vibe, food and service are still excellent! If a fan of sea food and looking for a place to chill for a little while DJ's is your spot! Enjoy!

    Steve R.

    First timers here We had the famous lobster rolls $20 each served hot on like a Texas toast bun The rolls were excellent but not very filling at all even for a woman as I had to order additional rolls for her. The coleslaw was very tasty as well and it's cheaper to park in the lot of the fort at $10 max than $15 for a private lot that's basically the same distance. So three rolls, and one little bottle of Chardonnay and one little bottle of Prosecco plus $10 to park , state tax and local tax plus tip equals $120.63

    Lobster roll
    Monica A.

    This was the least busy place in st. Augustine after new years. Nice little patio and upstairs space. Even though st. Augustine was crowded , this place was almost empty. Easy ordering and not a huge menu. Got the regular lobster roll for $28. They also had the overstuffed lobster roll for $46. The bread was nice buttery and toasty but the lobster filling was a bit on the bland side and very little. I was expecting more taste and a bigger amount of lobster for the price. Also got the clam chowder loaded Fries. Didn't like it at all, the clam chowder tasted really bad. This place was once and done. At least for me.

    JP P.

    SO and I stopped here for a quick bite. It's a great place to satisfy your Maine and Connecticut lobster roll jones. They also make a pretty good New England clam chowder. Place your order inside and they give you a buzzer to let you know when it's done. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The live music is pretty good, too![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

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    Excellent food .. we had Ipswich clams and a fish basket .. fair price .. quick service ..

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    I would recommend this place. Good Food, [[HIGHLIGHT]]nice atmosphere[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. Would definitely come back again.

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    0.6 mi
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    A fun and lively atmosphere. Lots of bar seats, some high top tables, regular inside dining, and a…read morelarge outdoor eating area. Waitstaff was very friendly, knowledgeable about the menu, and very attentive. Food was above average. Bread pudding for dessert is a must have. Check out the daily specials for some really interesting dishes. Prices were average for the area, but reasonable in my opinion for seafood. Great experience and will return.

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    Inviting & festive bar area with ample seating.
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    A 3.5 score. GOOD: Fabulous ambiance, reminded us of Mexico…read more- very high end from an esthetic POV. The conch fritters were good but the remoulade sauce went better with with the fried calamari. The corcino special was very good. BAD: We were the only table in the section our waitress had, so we didnt see much of her for additional drinks. Not her fault. Fried calamari were overcooked. The spicy Thai sauce didn't go with the fried spinach and sprinkled parmesan on the calamari,; it should have been paired with the conch fritters. The fried grouper was cooked perfectly, but the vaniila rum sauce didn't go with the fish. Also, there was no wasabi to be found in the dish to offset the vanilla rum sauce. UGLY: no ugly here. I would come back to have drinks, terrific setting.

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    Upstairs bar
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    Hand down, the best Shrimp & Grits I have ever had. 10/10.

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    Hand down, the best Shrimp & Grits I have ever had. 10/10.

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