Add this to your St. Augustine eating itinerary! Order the gator appetizer for big meaty bits of fresh flavorful gator tail. A long term favorite of my family, the restaurant serves seafood sandwiches, and other staples like burgers. They have some local beers from Jacksonville and Tampa. You can order wine. There is indoor and outdoor seating available. They have a solid kids menu. It's a dependably excellent way to satiate the hunger from sight seeing! read more

Florida Cracker Cafe - Shrimp po' boy - Seafood Near Me - Saint Augustine, Florida

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We tried Florida Cracker Cafe for dinner. It's our first time. I ordered the grilled chicken sandwich. The food is good, and it seems like the side portions are too small. The service could have been better. Our server was nice and friendly, but she did forget a few things. It's okay; it happens and it's understandable. It's a family-friendly and dog-friendly restaurant. read more

Florida Cracker Cafe - Seafood Near Me - Saint Augustine, Florida

Our food and service were great. We had some varieties this time, but the blackened shrimp tacos were on special and honestly was the best thing at the table. Our hostess that met us to put our names in was pretty unprofessional. I'm not looking for formal by any means, but I am looking for a welcome and some pleasantries to get us seated. read more

Florida Cracker Cafe - First restaurant of the trip! Gotta taste the datil while you're in town. - Seafood Near Me - Saint Augustine, Florida

Had 3 servers say they would be rig by with us but they ignored us for 15 minutes. Restaurant was dead too. Seem to be judging people by the color of their skin. read more

A personal favorite of my husbands. He gets the 1/2 lbs burger. This time I got the Shrimp Salad Wrap. MIL also got the pulled pork sandwich which was the special for the day. Our waitress was Tori and she was very quick to get us drinks. We got the cornbread and honey butter for apps and it was delicious. It came with 6 but they were gone before I could get a picture. Very yummy sweet cornbread! The patio is partially covered and dog friendly. THE RANCH is so good. It's the thick kind. My wrap was fine- the shrimp was good. The burger tastes pretty standard. The coleslaw is pretty good as well. It's about 20 degrees cooler in here than it is outside which is nice read more

Florida Cracker Cafe - Pulled pork sandwich - Seafood Near Me - Saint Augustine, Florida

We went to St. Augustine to see the Nights of Lights. We only had a little bit of time for dinner before our trolley tour. We stopped in the Florida Cracker Cafe and were glad we did. Our server was super friendly and attentive. The food came out quickly and was hot and fresh. We had plenty of time to spare to get to our trolley. We all enjoyed everything we ate. The restaurant was decorated for Christmas and Christmas music was playing so it added ambiance to our Christmas celebration. We will be back! read more

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Sat outside on a beautiful day, fast service, delicious food. Ordered the fried green tomatoes appetizer special, burger , shrimp po boy, grilled cheese and tomato soup. The sides were excellent (French fries, cheesy grits, coleslaw and cucumber salad). Excellent, friendly service! read more

Florida Cracker Cafe - Grilled cheese (several fries already eaten) - Seafood Near Me - Saint Augustine, Florida

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Here for a a Friday lunch & had awesome food and service. Husband had buffalo chicken tenders & I had grilled chz add tomato & side of pickles. Fries with both. Hot & Crispy! Thank you Mandi for the recommendations:) read more

We love Florida cracker, and this experience did not disappoint! We took our out-of-town guests here for lunch while we were walking around St Augustine. It was the perfect timing because it was not packed and we got a perfect table on their outdoor patio! I chose the fried green tomato BLT, our friends chose the fried shrimp, lunch, and the peel and eat shrimp. Both are absolutely fantastic! The batter on the fried shrimp was light and not too caked on, and the quality of both shrimps was extremely fresh. My fried green tomato BLT was absolutely mouthwatering! The batter on the fried green tomato was also light and it paired so well with the bacon and the fresh lettuce! I would absolutely order that again! Highly recommend!! This location is perfect for people with children because the outdoor patio is sectioned off to the side, it is also off the main area, and is spacious so if you have a mobile child, it is nice for them to be able to get up and move around! read more

Florida Cracker Cafe - Fried shrimp lunch - Seafood Near Me - Saint Augustine, Florida

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The first time I ate here, it was on a weekend vacation to St. Augustine, coming up with Chops and Ufredo. It was one of many "unique" restaurants along the walkway in Old Town St. Augustine, and one I haven't eated at yet. Ergo, I voted for this place for dinner. Overall, it was okay. Firstly, the restaurant seems to have an ambiance of an open-air dive you'd see in Key West mixed in with the hacienda style best known in Spanish architecture. Ergo, a hybrid of styles that is distinctly Floridian. There was ample room for patrons to enjoy company and a bar for those who'd like some kind of spirit with their meals and/or apps. My crew and I sat at a table. Had the classic picnic table look and the chairs weren't that comfy, but they were functional. Food was satisfactory. I ordered the gator tail and conch fritters. I also had Minorcan soup with was the highlight dish for me. My friends had different styles of shrimp which they said were delicious too. For a $$ price tag of between $11 to $30, not bad at all. Where our initial visit shined positively in was service. Our servers were on par and admirable. Very friendly, kept our drinks filled, and even had some light conversation since we are technically tourists despite being Floridians. Compared to other restaurants along the Old St. Augustine town walkway, there are definitely better options for a higher price. But for the simple Floridian fare The Cracker Cafe serves at the price they offer it, you should surely stop by if you want a good meal on budget. On a sidenote, there are no "restaurant restrooms" and you'll need to go to the many restrooms strategically located along the walkway. read more

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Stumbled into this place walking down St. George street in St. Augustine and was pleasantly surprised! The fried shrimp is a fresh and tasty as you'll find and the famous "pink sauce" to dip it in was incredible! Our server was so helpful and friendly. She's been working here 17 years! The cheese grits were as good as I've ever had! The atmosphere is cute and quaint. I'd eat here again in a heartbeat. They even home make several of their salad dressings. read more

Florida Cracker Cafe - Fried shrimp platter - Seafood Near Me - Saint Augustine, Florida

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Sat at the bar. Service was great. Tentative and fast. Food was good but nothing outstanding and we felt it was overpriced for what we got. Cod sandwich had no seasoning but was big, conch fritters were mussy but had great flavor. read more

This review is for the staff we interacted with and the atmosphere and drinks, we did not have any food. But what I can say about the food is every plate we saw walk by it came back to the kitchen empty. During a girl's trip to St. Augustine FL we found ourselves doing tourist stuff and came across the FL Cracker Cafe getting ready to open. We bellied up to the bar and asked if they'd be playing the FL gators game. They were casting it from YouTube off their phone so we knew we'd get to watch it. Out bartender Anthony was great. On the ball and attentive and made it a lot of fun to hang out there for a couple three hours. The kitchen has an open concept we're you can see the chef and his passing food through the window to the servers. "Ross, ready!" We heard that a bunch of times and Ross was super nice too. All and all we had a great time hanging out here in the heart of the tourist part of downtown. read more

Florida Cracker Cafe - Pineapple mimosa and Ultra - Seafood Near Me - Saint Augustine, Florida

Everyone working here was really nice and fun and great food, will definitely be back.

The New England clam chowder was amazing. Just the right amount of everything. Fried green tomato BLT was delish with lots of crispy bacon. Very nice test that's not available everywhere. We had Ryan as our waiter. We were well taken care of. Ask for him! read more

Review: Gator bites, hummus, "Gator Bite" featured cocktail. Came here on a busy Friday afternoon and were sat right away. Server was prompt and super welcoming and wearing super fun skull socks. Ambiance is laid back and relaxed. Husband had the black bean hummus and the kiddo and I split the gator tail, his first time!! Husband really like the flavor and citrus undertones. It's mixed well and the salted kettle chips that are homemade really take it to the next flavor level. The gator bites were served with their own marmalade sauce, tasted like a sweet chili, and a side of lemon. Gator is usually chewy but they tenderized it nicely. The breading was not overly seasoned and the lemon with the marmalade hit it perfect. Their featured cocktail " The Gator Bite" is something I would make at home and really hides the vodka and moscato. Great for a hot day, will def visit again. read more

Florida Cracker Cafe - Seafood Near Me - Saint Augustine, Florida

Buffalo shrimp was great, but that's where it ended. Tried the fried green tomato BLT. Bit into a slimy piece of undercooked bacon. When I say undercooked, I mean almost raw!!! I showed the waitress and she told me that she would get me more bacon for my sandwich. She also stated that the kitchen was really busy and they were just trying to get people's food out. I said yeah, but this is bad, she agreed that it was nearly raw. Then the best part happened. My wife was done with her meal, as was surrounding diners that had came in after us. I was still sitting there waiting on cooked bacon. 20 - 25 mins later, my bacon arrived. Of course the rest of my sandwich is cold and soggy. I'm ate it anyway because I could not spare another hour waiting on a sandwich. It took over 2 hours for us to have lunch. I can butcher a pig and cook my own bacon quicker than this place can serve a sandwich. I would definitely not recommend this establishment, unless you are under the age of 5 and have many years to waste waiting! read more

Everything here was good. We had the burgers, potato salad, fries and salad we brought our dogs and sat on the patio. Everything tasted fresh and delicious. The service was good, the manager was personable and friendly and we truly enjoyed the ambiance of a tropical picnic complete with our dogs. The fries were super good- the battered kind- and the potato salad was fresh and excellent. The burgers were above average in quality. Everything here exceeded the standard which we expected. read more

Excellent service-knowledgeable, friendly, prompt. Food was delicious and right in the heart of St. Augustine- we will definitely be back again! read more

Friendly service! Get the cornbread- you won't be disappointed! The fries are crispy and delicious.

We stopped on a whim and Had lunch at this amazing little place. Staff was efficient and friendly! Food was served quickly and hot and tasty. Shrimp tacos cooked perfectly. Nice and varied menu. Lots of restaurants to choose from in the area and this one was an amazing hit! So wanted Highly recommend. read more

Food was great. The waitstaff was over the top nice. Highly recommend the chicken sandwich

What a gem! This place is located right on St. George Street. Great area for outdoor dining but we didn't want to wait the 15 minutes to be seated there so opted for indoor dining. Our server Robbie was fantastic. So attentive to everything. We started with the Conch Fritters, the best I've ever had. Not rubbery like some. Fresh. We also started with the honey Datil glazed shrimp and grits. Outstanding! Robbie brought some extra sauce for us that I ended up buying. For our entree we chose the catch of the day platter which was Red rum fish that I'd never heard of but Robbie explained it and we got it. Fantastic. We got it blackened and it came with two sides. We got fries and pasta salad. Fries were great but pasta salad was bland. It didn't matter as everything else was awesome. Also very reasonable. Highly recommend. read more

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If I could give Florida Cracker Cafe more than 5 stars, I absolutely would! This gem in the heart of St. Augustine is truly exceptional in every way. From the moment you walk in, you're welcomed like family--thanks to the incredible ownership and management team, who clearly take pride in every detail of the experience they provide. The food? Absolutely OUTSTANDING. Fresh, flavorful, and authentically Floridian, every dish is a celebration of local flavors done to perfection. Whether you're indulging in their heavenly fried shrimp, the mouthwatering fish sandwich, clam chowder, salads, burgers, and more every bite leaves you craving more. The service is unmatched. The staff is warm, attentive, and genuinely enthusiastic, making sure your meal is nothing short of perfect. You can tell they love what they do, and it translates into an exceptional dining experience. The owners clearly pour their heart and soul into this place, and it shows in every detail--from the charming atmosphere to the impeccable cleanliness and the unbeatable hospitality. Florida Cracker Cafe is more than a restaurant; it's an experience. If you're visiting St. Augustine or lucky enough to be a local, this spot is an absolute MUST. Thank you for setting the bar so high, Florida Cracker Cafe! We'll be back again, again, again, again, and again!!!!!!!!!!! read more

Love this place. After getting lost down the streets of St. Augustine we stopped here to grab a quick bite to eat. The food was phenomenal. I ordered the shrimp wrap and it tasted like ceviche in a wrap with red potato salad and pasta. Everything was delicious. Our server was quick and recommended the best meals here. The service is quick, we will definitely visit here again. read more

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Stopped in for a quick visit, had a few drinks with the shrimp and grits. Food was excellent along with great service!! We will be back!

We sat here to have snacks with friends. We had a very large group 12+ and only waited 5 minutes at mid day today. I had the crab balls. They were great! I also had some mimosas. The only comment was the service was fairly slow, but otherwise we had a great experience. read more

Took my sister to St. Augustine to have a walk around and just enjoy St. George street and the nearby shops. After walking a while we decided it was time for food so Florida Cracker was there and fit the bill. Both my sister and I decided on the shrimp and grits. Teen got a chicken dish. We opted for outdoor seating as we had our puppies with us, who were a hit with all of the staff. Shrimp and grits were served a bit differently than most. Shrimp was seasoned and on a skewer and served atop the grits. The grits were okay. Not as creamy as I would have liked, and needed some salt. Shrimp was well-cooked and plentiful. I had a side of red beans and rice that I found way too dry and did not suit my tastes. My sister on the other hand loved them. All in all kind of an expensive dinner in a touristy area. We've been here in the past and had mixed experiences as well, so next time may just have to go off the beaten path a bit to find a new spot. read more

Florida Cracker Cafe - Outdoor patio - Seafood Near Me - Saint Augustine, Florida

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We were searching for the place to have dinner with our dog after the rain. Most of dog friendly places closed outside for the prior rain. The lady who was standing at this place's entrance talked to us they have a patio which allows dogs, we checked the menu and confirmed they have seafoods, this is how we discovered this cozy restaurant. The waitress who took care of us was amazing- she is very friendly to us and our dog. We asked a few questions about the menu and ordered. Steamed shrimp as appetizer, very delicious- The side slaw was fresh and light. I had a today's catch, which was mahi mahi when we went there. Cooked with some southern spice, I loved the dish. You can choose the way of cooking fish (fried, broiled, blackened etc), I chosen blackened. Today's catch was MP but it was only around $18. Reasonable prices for everything. We were totally satisfied with everything here - great food with the warm welcome by the experienced staff. Highly recommended. read more

Florida Cracker Cafe - Blackened mahi mahi (The catch of the day), slaw and grits - Seafood Near Me - Saint Augustine, Florida

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Wonderful staff and tasty food. Enjoyed the patio and the singer. Definitely returning!

My husband and I went here about 3 years ago and absolutely loved it. We went back this past week and it was just as good as we remembered. The staff is amazing from the managers to the servers. This will always be our go to place when in the area. read more

The good = outdoor seating. The bad = mostly everything else. We were out shopping and got hungry, saw this place had outdoor seating and it wasn't packed. Menu posted outside their main door looked appealing so we decided to stop. We were seated immediately. Hostess and server wore masks and observed safety protocols. We placed our drink orders. I had a glass of pinot grigio which was nice for the hot day that it was. My husband wanted a particular beer but was told they were out so he ordered some other type... Not his most preferred but he drank it and said it was fine. We ordered some crab balls. They were pretty good actually. I enjoyed them. Flavorful, hot and fresh! That's where all the flavors ended, unfortunately. My clam strips lack any sort of flavors, the house made chips were semi burnt and I don't even know why they added bacon pieces to the coleslaw when you cannot absolutely taste it. I probably would have had better luck just ordering several appetizers. Looking over my husband's plate, the shrimp lacked any sort of luster and he made the same comment about the bacon in the coleslaw. We could both taste the celery seeds but no bacon flavor coming through. Would I recommend this place? Well, probably not if you want something flavorful but for drinks and apps, you might be okay. read more

Good food and service. Loud inside as staff are constantly busing tables and clanking dishes. Music isn't too loud, three different things on TV going at once. Hard to get outdoor seating. read more

We were craving soup while taking a evening trip to St. Augustine. Walked by and put our names down for a table. 45min wait due to it being a Friday night and thanksgiving break and Covid. Haha. We ordered a bowl of the minorcan clam chowder and regular clam chowder. Also added an order of conch fritter. The fritters were ok. I have yet to find amazing conch fritters like you get from the Bahamas from a street vendor. The Minorcan chowder is tomato based. I liked the soup but I think a bowl was too much. Eventually I got tired of the flavors. The classic chowder was good. No complaint on the service. The only thing I didn't like was the bathroom is a shared public bathroom and wasn't very clean at all. read more

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My husband and I had dinner here on 03/09/2024. We were greeted immediately and taken to a table. Our server came right over and took our drink orders. He then took our food orders. My husband had the blackened chicken sandwich with cole slaw and pasta salad. I had the chicken tenders with fries and cole slaw. Everything was brought out quickly and the entrees and the sides were all fresh and delicious! The staff was friendly and efficient, and they were very diligent about keeping the restaurant clean. We were very impressed and we will definitely be back! read more

Great local food in st Augustine. Had the swamp petals and mirincon chowder. Chris, our waiter, was great. You made a great hire. He fits the character of the business read more

We came here for a quick dinner before we went on a ghost tour. Service was pretty fast considering it was a Saturday night. I just ordered the Turkey Cobb Salad and it was pretty good. Definitely larger than I expected and big enough to share. It comes with a green dressing that lacked flavor IMO, so I asked for their Ranch and it was so much better. I enjoyed my boyfriend's fries and he said his meatloaf was just OK. My friend's Gator Tail looked burnt and unappealing so he didn't even finish them. It's a shame because gator tail can be so much tastier than what they offer here. I would have sent them back, but we didn't even bother. This is a good place to take the kids because they offer chicken tenders, french fries and fried cheese sticks on their menu which is what most kids go for nowadays. Smh However, this will suffice if you're with picky little eaters, and not looking for anything too exotic. There are definitely better places to eat in town. read more

The food here is amazing! My best friend and I cannot wait to go back. The cornbread was some of the best we've ever had. read more

Florida Cracker Cafe - Fried Green Tomato BLT - Seafood Near Me - Saint Augustine, Florida

Saturday evening, 1st night of Festival of Lights, Party of 15 We were seated outside at 2 tables. Our waiter, Ryan, was fantastic. He kept the orders and the different checks separate without errors. The menu is limited if you are not a seafood lover but everyone in the group enjoyed their meal. Only the ranch dressing got a thumbs down. #Recommended #VickieTravelz read more

I forgot to take photos ‍. Walked up and got seated right away. Serve was Robbie whom was very attentive. Restaurant was clean open . Indoor & outdoor seating. Nice & cool inside for those hot days walking around downtown. Just stopped in for the Gator tail which was so yummy & served with an amazing sauce! We will definitely be back to enjoy it again! read more