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Drake's Bistro

4.6 (58 reviews)
InexpensiveSandwiches, Salad, Soup
Closed • 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

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Cordon Bleu
Christy S.

Wow, this was a good find. A perfect lunch spot with a large variety of sandwiches and super friendly service. The restaurant is not that large, but we were seated with a minimal wait time. I got a club sandwich on a baguette. Other family members tried the Italian Stallion, Muffuletta, chef salad, cordon bleu, and the Drake's last stand. Each one of us chose something different, and each one of us loved our meal. We got the last parking spot in the lot, so you may have to park on the street.

philly cheese steak - Horsey Cheese Steak
Stephanie A.

great spot for a delicious bit and very cozy and warming atmosphere! the servers were great and very attentive and the food was delicious! I got the horsey philly cheese steak and WOW was this thing delicious. I would also highly recommend the tator tots with garlic truffle on top - delicious and perfectly cooked. I'd 100% come back when i'm in town - this place is a hidden gem

The Classic Club
Sharon C.

If I lived in the area, I'd be here all the time. The service was so friendly, and the Chef Salad & Club Sandwich were soooo good for a great price. They get the classics so well - no frills, just good food.

Corned Beef  Sandwich and Macaroni Salad
Brandon C.

Absolute Perfection at Drake's Bistro! If you are looking for a meal that feels like it was crafted specifically for you, Drake's Bistro in St. Augustine is the place to be. From the moment I walked in, the experience was flawless. Everything here is clearly homemade and made with love. You can taste the quality in every bite. The corned beef is tender, perfectly seasoned. Pair it with their macaroni salad--it's creamy, fresh, and the perfect side to round out the meal. The service is incredibly professional and welcoming. I wasn't quite sure what to order, but the staff went above and beyond to help me navigate the menu and land on the perfect choice. Whether you're a local or just passing through, do yourself a favor and stop by. It's rare to find a spot that hits the trifecta of amazing food, professional service, and a genuine "homemade" feel. 10/10, I'll definitely be back!

Tyler B.

Went after their mid-day rush. Service was friendly and professional. Sandwiches are large especially if you get a side of fries or tots. Excellent place in St Augustine to get some lunch!

Monte Cristo, Tots, Rueben
Leah S.

My husband and I ate a late lunch here while on vacation and it was one of the best meals we've had in St Augustine. He got the Rueben (best he's ever had) and I got the Monte Cristo which was absolutely delicious. We also got tots and pasta salad, both freshly made and so good. The service was attentive and friendly. We were concerned coming 30 minutes before closing that we would not be well received, but we were pleasantly surprised in the hospitality. They have a large selection of sandwiches. I wish we had found them sooner on our trip so we could try more things. I would happily eat lunch here every day if I had known. We will definitely eat here again when we're in St Augustine.

The monte cristo delivered a perfect combination of sweet and savory, best sandwich I've had to date. Service is amazing, the ladies there are always attentive and taking care of you. The atmosphere really feels like a small town sandwich shop, making you feel cozy and at home

The Conquistador basically a sub with great fresh seasons

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3 years ago

Great service and the food was outstanding and reasonable pricing. Very friendly folks

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5 years ago

Stopped by for lunch and it was delicious. I had Italian Stallion. It was fresh and tasty. I will come back to try other sandwiches.

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4 years ago

The best turkey sandwich that I've ever had with local diner flavor. My husband loved the creamy chicken soup.

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5 years ago

Third time in the last 2 months. Excellent Food. Excellent Service. Our place to go for late lunch or early supper.

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4 years ago

Not deaf friendly. Keep calling and a woman wil go works there put me on hold. Again called.. same over again and again. It's ridiculous.

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Best sandwich shop in town, not to mention the desserts and soups that are made fresh daily.

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Is 5 Stars the highest I can rate them? This was hands down one of the best meals I have enjoyed in…read moresome time. We arrived early and got in fairly quickly. Long waits are common for this spot. The interior is the old Ice Plant so it has great character. Not super large so limited dining spots within. Very high ceilings and though there were plenty of diners, it was overly loud. Great spot to enjoy the company you are with! Our server was top notch, knowledgeable, helpful, friendly but not trying to monopolize our table talk. We started with Cocktails which were all great. I went classic Old Fashioned, presentation AND taste were on point. We split the Crab Beignets order of 4. The breading on them was light and fluffy, the Crab tasty and they were cooked appropriately, no burns or underdone spots. For our main course, we elected to split 2 of the specials of the day so they may not be there when you go, but judging by the quality of the specials, any dish would be great. We had the Caesar Salad (which is like calling the Queen Mary2 a "boat"!). It is next level, 7 minute eggs, homemade croutons, Anchovie forward, all good! We also split an order of Shrimp Cake Sliders. These were huge, and the slaw that accompanied was the perfect match to the shrimp without overwhelming them. For dessert we settled on the Pineapple cake which also had coconut and all kinds of wonderful flavors going on! A really outstanding meal from beginning to end!

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