My family went in for lunch and I can say the French onion soup, escargot, crab cake and burger were delicious. The last time my family was in town the restaurant was The Preserve. Now, new owners and new menu. The day was beautiful but the previous restaurant was missed, especially the warm loving service. Our simple lunch took 2.5 hours and the manager did comp a dessert for us but we won't be in a rush to go back. I do think it's worth a try if tasty food is your jam....just don't ask for a bit of butter unless you're ready to pay $4. read more

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Booked our silver anniversary with our family in this fine dining restaurant. We enjoyed the great experience of the bed and breakfast feel as the place is set up in the corner lot with great Victorian architecture details. French style restaurant with a variety of entrees to order. We started with baguettes as starters and enjoyed entrees like Madame Sandwich, Duck Confit, Steak Frites, Filet aux Poivres and Poulet Roti (good portion). Desserts did not disappoint either - pot de Crème, Strawberry Eclair, Paris Brest and L,Orange -which is probably most unique and best presentation of all of them. read more

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Wonderful place, remarkable attention, Loved the place, loved the food, loved the host!

: - -- Situated in this historic home previously owned by the granddaughter of Thomas Jefferson, this beautifully curated restaurant brings the tastes of the French countryside with their ambiance, imported wine, and French inspired cuisine. --- Michael Glinter has traveled to 68 countries and 36 states to get the flavor of some amazing foods. His view on reviews is simple - Taste, Presentation, and Service. He believes telling the reader a positive and negative unbiased look at the restaurant is essential. Let's take a look and see how this restaurant scored in these three categories during their lunch service. --- / Starter - Gougeres (Gruyère cheese puffs with mornay sauce): The puff pastry was light and airy texture complimented the creamy rich flavor of the Gruyère created the perfect balance between the two. The pairing of the creamy mornay sauce added a bit of savory depth to the dish giving you a decadent cheesy warmth with every bite. This will open up your taste buds and set the tone for the rest of your visit. --- Appetizer - Soup A L'oignon (Veal Broth, Comte, Croutons): Chef's spin on French onion soup really breaks the stigma of what one would expect in a traditional French onion soup with the Veal broth providing a very rich flavorful base stock for the dish. The cheese is very different from a traditional Gruyère as it's creamier and not as overpowering. My only criticism is the broth masks the taste of the onions a bit, but not being a traditional French onion soup it really stands alone as a signature staple for the restaurant. ---- Entrée - Steak Au Poivre (filet medallions, cognac pepper sauce, pommes aligot): The filet was cooked perfectly to temperature (requested Medium Rare) providing a melt in your mouth tenderness that is comparable to any high end steak house. The richness of the sauce was very complementary adding a smoky depth and sweetness from the cognac. The pommes aligot, is a traditional French dish with bring mashed potatoes together with cheese, butter, and creamy creating a velvety texture and a comforting balance of boldness from the sauce. The only criticism would be the whole peppercorn was a bit intense in ways taking away from the perfection of flavors on the plate. ---- Dessert - Pot De Crème (dark chocolate, chantilly cream, sea salt): Speechless. That doesn't happen very often. It was pure heaven. The best way I can describe this dish in lament terms is imagine a chocolate mousse coupled with chocolate fudge. Every bite was pure decadence. The chantilly cream's smooth and fluffy texture brings a great balance with every bite of the chocolate and the sea salt flakes adds not only the saltiness but the crunch bringing a dynamic complement of textures and flavors that embodied the entire dish. ---- The restaurant offers both inside and outside spaces that took advantage of the historic elements of the building with a beautiful French flare making it a perfect place for couples, family, friends, and even for business. ----- Stellar. Our waitress was extraordinarily attentive and provided detailed descriptions of the dishes and great recommendations that elevated the overall experience. ---- Overall, this restaurant truly embodies perfection in every way, and I love how they have curated menus for both lunch and dinner which provide many options to enjoy the creativity and excellent execution of the chef's work. I visit the Saint Augustine area every year and will surely keep this restaurant as a top preferred restaurant for my visits. read more

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What a quaint, cozy and charming restaurant. Juan, our server, was exceptional - engaging, funny and a pleasure to talk to. The wine list was superb. If you've got money to burn, you can find some bottles close to $1,000. I chose a French white Demi-Boutelle, but sadly cannot remember the name. I believe it was a combination of two grapes. It was excellent - a clean, crisp yet well rounded wine. I don't have a very big appetite so even though I pined to order one of the hors d'oeuvres, lobster bisque, or onion soup, I restrained myself. My husband, though, did order one of his favorites- classic escargot. The buttery, garlicky snails were well executed and the mini baguette was on point. (The bread is shipped in from France!) Dipping the crusty, warm roll in the escargot's juices was epic! For dinner, I ordered the duck confit with grapes and duck fat potatoes. My husband opted for the bouillabaisse, a traditional fish stew with shrimp, lobster, bass, and mussels with a saffron broth. We also ordered a side of frites. I truly enjoyed the meaty duck leg and thigh. It was cooked perfectly, and the sweet sautéed grapes were the perfect pop of sweetness. I wanted to indulge in my duck fat sautéed fingerling potatoes, but my hand continued to wander over to the bowl of pommes frites. The in house made fries were just too addicting. In the end, I wish I had room to indulge in both but alas that would require having another stomach. My husband's stew was good but not great. The broth was very light and tasty, but the lobster was too stringy and chewy. It's best to enjoy this crustacean super fresh. Having lived in New England, where we would buy lobsters literally off the boats that caught them is the only way to guarantee a tender, luscious meat. (And not overcooking them obviously) Shipping them is a delicate and difficult process and I've been told by watermen that "stress" can impact their quality. Anyway, we still thoroughly enjoyed our meals and we would return to sample more of La Nouvelle's menu. read more

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Food was great. Service was great. A bit pricey great ambiance. Very relaxing Nice to be out of the hustle and bustle of St Augustine

Place was absolutely fantastic i'm trying to get some buddies and wives together to drive an hour and a half there and a Car service so we can go out and have dinner and drinks. It is that unbelievable. read more

Absolutely this love classic French house ambiance in the oldest city with the most talented chef, sommelier, waitstaff in town! You are truly experiencing a 5 star home cooked meal for fair prices! Don't miss this wonderful place! read more

Absolutely had an amazing dinner here. Loved the house restaurant ambiance. Started off having a dozen Beau Soleil oysters from NB and our favorite oysters. We knew our anniversary was starting off great! Amelia our server was so kind and attentive, even comped us a few extra oysters which was so sweet! We decided to split a French onion soup which was rich and delicious. Then for our mains I got the Branzinno and my husband got the duck. Wow, just wow. For dessert we had macaroons, a wonderful dessert wine and espresso. Would highly recommend this place. Great staff, food and ambience...10/10 imo! Sorry we did not get pics of the food we were enjoying our experience:) read more

La Nouvelle - Outside restaurant with seating on the wrap around porch. - French Near Me - Saint Augustine, Florida

I would love to give La Nouvelle a 5 star rating. Here is why I give it a 4. La Nouvelle is by far the best restaurant in St Augustine. The ambiance, the food/menu, wine selection and staff are all to notch. However, my wife and I enjoyed the magnificent foie gras paté and as a main we ordered the sole. The sole is from Holland and to my opinion the best sole money can buy. But a sole has 4 filets and not 2 monsieur le chef! The portion is just too small for a couvert of 45$ pp. A small portion of Artichokes and 2-3 parts of potatoes, though super tasty, is just not sufficient, looking at the price. I left La Nouvelle with hunger and an unsatisfying feeling. If you change the quantity (and not the quality) you will receive 5 stars next time, as I gave you before. And also a Michelin star would be justified! Merci. read more

This restaurant was amazingggggggg! The place was super cute, service was great, and the food was outstanding! We have been to a lot of restaurants in the Jax/St Auggie area, but the food here hands down is the best! Definitely get the deviled eggs as an appetizer! read more

Beautiful, romantic, unique and fantastic service. We had the trio pate and escargot appetizer. Divine. The lobster bisque was exquisite. Main course was exotic and perfect: duck confi , short rib special, sword fish steak and bouillabaisse seafood. The bread was fresh made, the butter was creamy and light , the flavors are layered with every course. The deserts : chess cake, blueberry tarts, chocolate and pastries were just amazing. It's a dinner experience you will not forget !!! read more

So so so sooooo good! Make a reservation! Even on a Tuesday! We showed up around 7pm and the place was packed (it's very small) so we put our name down for an 8pm reservation. It was WORTH THE WAIT!!!! Truffle deviled eggs were sublime and magical. The royale with cheese (burger) was PERFECTION on a croissant style bun. The lavender crème brûlée heavenly. And last but not least, the service was truly impeccable!!! Margaret was our waitress & she was a joy. read more

La Nouvelle - Appetizers. Petite baguettes with Normandy butter are served warm. The truffle deviled eggs are NOT to be missed! - French Near Me - Saint Augustine, Florida

We went in with pretty high expectations to La Nouvelle since I've read online that they have an actual French chef who trained with Gordon Ramsey and that the food is top notch. We lived up north in the past so we've been to French fine dining restaurants in New York City. This is definitely a fine dining restaurant as the restaurant is beautiful, the prices are definitely up there and the menu is put together nicely. However, I'd say the food was 50/50. We loved some things but weren't too crazy about the others. For example, I thought the pate appetizer was amazing and I'd definitely come back for it. However, their steak tartare was just ok. I think maybe they didn't use the highest quality of meat for it. Same thing goes for entrees and desserts: I thought the desserts were phenomenal and I'd definitely come back for those but entrees (2 steak entrees and 1 duck confit) were average at best - the temperature of the steak ordered was not cooked correctly which at these prices and the restaurant setting is sort of unacceptable. The duck confit leg was under-seasoned and just bland (the grape garnish on it was great though but didn't make up for an average at best duck). When you spend this type of money for a dinner, you expect everything to be AMAZING. For those reasons, I'd come back for an appetizer or a dessert - just was not impressed with their actual entrees. I'd be interested to try their brunch menu since it appears that whoever makes their dessert is a patisserie genius! read more

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Amazing experience!! Great food great service great wine. We came for a mini honeymoon and wanted the tasting menu (it was sold out!) But the chef wanted to make our dinner special and made a special tasting dish for us ! Server gave us a complimentary glass of champagne to celebrate. We got the steak for two - it was amazing!!! read more

$55 for their steak au poivre...too much for an unexceptional cut of meat. The chef's menu is only available if everybody at the table orders it at $85 and you cannot select from the limited menu but instead are confined to one option each--app, entree,dessert--probably what is close to perishing. Plus $35 for paired wine. Wanted to love it as we are locals...but too precious. read more

We had the tasting menu. I think it was the best we have ever had. The wine pairings were great and the pours were generous. So many tasting menus get stingy with the wine pours. Our server, Ana, was wonderful and knowledgeable of the items on the menu. Not a bad bite; the food was wonderful. read more

La Nouvelle is truly something special and in a league of its own. The atmosphere of La Nouvelle is personable yet elegant. Our server Margaret was absolutely fantastic. She was attentive, helpful, and incredibly friendly. I truly wish I knew enough words to describe how amazing the food was and even if I did know every single word in the english language, I still don't think it would be enough to describe how great the food truly is. Eating the food at this place is so good it will make you want to stand up and give Chef Matthew a hug. If you're ever in St. Augustine, you must go to this place or you're doing yourself a disservice. Chef Matthew has created something truly special here and I will be returning. read more

This little hole-in-the-wall is a gem in Saint Augustine! It is a historical building that was redesigned into a French restaurant! Our server was personable and convinced us into trying the quiche and let me tell you... one of the best quiches I have ever had. It was the perfect amount of firm yet gelatinous, cheesy, flavorful, and fresh. My group also had the French onion, lobster bisque, quiche, escargot, oysters, baguettes, and the seasonal stewed beef with egg noodles and fresh veggies. All dishes were delicious, and the desserts were fantastic! We tried the macarons, the white chocolate covered mousse, and the delicious lavender crème brûlée. There was an extensive wine list as well!!! I highly recommend this for a romantic date or a Sunday brunch. read more

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My boyfriend took me here for an early birthday meal, and our expectations were blown out of the water. The atmosphere almost made me feel like I was transported to France upon entrance. It was so quaint and whimsical! Everyone that worked there that we crossed paths with greeted us and told me happy birthday! Our server was very professional and gave us his recommendations for what to order. We eventually both settled on the filet mignon (comes with capers) and potatoes that are cooked in duck fat. The filet mignon was soooo tender (I had mine cooked medium rare) and the potatoes were unbelievably crispy AND simultaneously soft. Lastly, it was my birthday so the server kindly brought out a free dessert (the blueberry tart) and it was BEAUTIFUL! Also tasted amazing. Was sweet but not too sweet, and the inside was a beautiful purple color. My boyfriend also got the lavender crème brûlée and that was one of the best things either of us have ever eaten EVER. If you come here, get the lavender crème brûlée!! The flavor profile is amazing. Not super floral tasting but enough that you know the lavender is the star of the show. The crème brûlée itself was so crunchy on top and smooooth inside. The lavender madeleines were also yummy, although a little denser than I expected. Anyway I can't wait to go back!! read more

La Nouvelle - Filet mignon and duck fat potatoes - French Near Me - Saint Augustine, Florida

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We had an excellent brunch here on a Sunday morning. Food was delicious and service on spot. Would have had dinner there but they require reservations and a credit card to hold and we aren't up for that. Just walked in for breakfast and were welcomed. Would definitely go back for brunch! read more

This dining experience was extraordinary, food prepared in such a way as to exceed expectations, the service was impeccable. Pricey, but worth it. read more

My boyfriend and I celebrated my birthday here this evening on 08/07. I did a lot of research on where I wanted to eat and I'm so, so glad I chose this restaurant. The atmosphere is romantic and beautiful. The food was otherworldly, probably in the top 5 meals I've ever had in my life. Our server Arianna was personable, knowledgeable, funny and an absolute delight. I can't recommend this place enough. read more

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We really enjoyed our dinner here. Our server was really knowledgeable of the wine list, which was massive, and brought us a couple options to taste before we went with the bottle she recommended. The Bouillabaisse was fantastic - such a great mix of seafoods. The Royale with Cheese might have been the most delicious burger I ever had. Where else can you go where it is acceptable to order a burger to go with your lobster and bottle of French wine? The service was top notch and the vibes were on point. Really nice ambiance inside this historic building. read more

La Nouvelle - Royale with cheese - French Near Me - Saint Augustine, Florida

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Wonderful place and long-needed in St Augustine. We've been watching eagerly watching the site since it was announced, and finally got to eat there last week. And we came vs I again just a few days later - it's that kind of place. A really nice but at the same time comfortable neighborhood French restaurant with all the French comfort foods. Service is wonderful, friendly but professional and competent, so you're in good hands! And to top it off, they serve through, 11-9:00 pm with the same menu all day (some specials at night). So far, we've had the basic French lunch faves...amazing croque monsieur, great duck rillettes, wonderful baguettes, etc. All excellent with great ingredients. They also have a truly fine wine list, many of them available by the glass. And of course, you have to end with a pot de crème or some other perfect French dessert... read more

La Nouvelle is a great addition to the St. Augustine food scene. The service, food, and atmosphere are all top notch. The filet and duck pate appetizer special our must tries. Make sure and save some room for the great desserts as well. Bon appétit. read more

La Nouvelle - Appetizer special of the day. It was wonderful. - French Near Me - Saint Augustine, Florida

Hurry up and dine here before you can no longer get a table. Super impressed by this place. Was sad to hear Preserved closed, but another gem has replaced it! Loved the branzino and l'orange, and the waitress helped me find a white wine I actually liked (usually drink red or rosé). Sat outside on the porch to enjoy a solo late lunch after shopping at the outlets on a beautiful day. Will be coming back with my partner next time! read more

La Nouvelle - L'Orange dessert. Incredible. - French Near Me - Saint Augustine, Florida

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La Nouvelle is now on my top 10 all time list of best restaurants. First let's start with the ambience of the restaurant. The old Jefferson house has been converted and it offers such a warm feel. The staff were very courteous and attentive but not smothering. Finally, the food. Any words I type won't do it justice. Every dish packed a ton of flavor in every bite. Every dish was also aesthetically pleasing. We will be back! read more

Amazing dinner and service was top notch. We will definitely be back on our next trip to St Augustine.

Great spot for brunch! Can't wait to try for dinner soon. Solid bistro style French food with excellent wine service. IMHO La Nouvelle is just what we've needed in the area and has vaulted itself to the upper echelon of restaurants in Northeast Florida. Very nice ambiance and service. read more

Okay. So we walked in and we sat outback and oh my! This place was gorgeous! Such a good ambiance and mood. It was a little chilly (its march) but the manager came and introduced himself and turned on a patio heater! The waiter was amazing and helpful and our food was phenomenal! Honestly some of the best steak I have ever had! If you want amazing food, amazing service who cares, and a cute setup! Come here! read more

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What a fabulous experience!! Highly recommend. I have not been to many places and say "wow" after the first bite. We started off with the escargot and the Patte flight (Chicken, pork & mushroom). Our entrees were the Sole Meunière and Filet Aux Poivre which were absolutely flavorful and amazing. Steak was perfectly cooked. We ended with the Lavendar Creme Brule and macaroons which were also fantastic. Our Waitress Margaret was very patient and knowledgeable in helping with suggestions and answering questions. Paul the manager greeted us and made sure we were happy with everything. It's located in a older house and very quaint but, plenty of outside seating on the porch and yard as well. What a great way to celebrate my birthday! read more

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I was a little disappointed to learn that they no longer served baked oysters, only the raw version. Had the West Virginia Brooktrout entrée and it was delicious. Perfectly cooked. For dessert the peerless crème brûlée topped with a few decorative fruits. Among the appetizers included on the specials board was a caviar service for $125. American hybrid caviar is making inroads onto American restaurant menus. It makes one almost forget the etherial quality of Iranian Beluga now illegal here. read more

This was one of the best meals I've had! We got the pate appetizer, a bottle of amazing wine, bouillabaisse, and steak. We sat outside on the porch and it was so quaint! The server was very knowledgeable and friendly. 1000% will be back! read more

Absolutely amazing, start to finish. Service is impeccable in a lovely setting. Wonderful, extensive wine list. And the food...oh my goodness!! A wonderful experience all around. read more

La Nouvelle - Duck entree - French Near Me - Saint Augustine, Florida

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A pleasant surprise. We wandered into this beautiful property in a historic St. Augustine home. So for starters, this was a blind find. It's new and we hadn't heard about it yet. We happened to be hungry. So we started with the bread service and a crisp Laurent Perrier Rose. The pictures are of the delicious dishes we tried. We started with a rich and flavorful fois gras followed by the classic cassoulet. We finished with the pot de crème along with the unique and beautiful L'Orange. Overall, there was a wonderful vibe as we sat in the court yard patio. The food was decadent, like good French food should be! I think this is a wonderful addition to the St. Augustine Food scene. Give it a try! There is something for everyone. I will be back to pair a big bold French wine with the steak. Overall 4.5/5. read more

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Excellent menu! Best escargot, French onion soup and the filet mignon! Of course you can't beat the French bread and butter! Service was awesome too! read more

What a gem! We had lunch here and it was a 5 star experience. I started with the Mussel Curry Soup and it was delicious. My wife had the Nicoise Salad and she loved it and it was enough for two. I had the Crab Cake which was very good (the crab was not flake). The wine list is extensive. We finished with the Lavender Creme Brulee which was perfect for two and superb. The ambience is wonderful - really a great setting for a special event. The service is excellent - Margaret was friendly with good dining suggestions. This is French dining at its best. I don't think this is a restaurant for kids unless they're French. read more

Beautiful restaurant, excellent food and drinks. Great wines to choose from. The service and chef was the best. I would highly recommend this restaurant. If I were staying in St. Augustine longer I would return for another dinner and lunch. read more

Jesse is an AMAZING server! He made our experience for my friends 30th birthday so memorable. He is so knowledgeable about the menu and wine and truly had the best personality. I would return just for his service. 100% recommend. read more