Carnival Sweets was AMAZING! We were waiting on our driver to do the Saint Augustine Christmas…read morelights tour. We still had about an hour so we went on a walk to find some coffee. We got about halfway to where we were going and decided we weren't going to make it there and back on time. We crossed the street and turned around to head back to where we were parked. We walked up to Carnival Sweets and immediately noticed how absolutely charming the store looked. You went inside and it's such a quaint little store. We were immediately greeted by two men who were just the kindest. I purchased two honey bun cow tails for my children and then I ordered two hot chocolates and a strawberry lemonade. To receive your drinks, you go out the side door to the left, around the back. The hot chocolate with some of the most decadent that I have ever had. It was incredibly rich and very flavorful. The strawberry lemonade was also delicious. Between the cleanliness, the cutest decor, the kindest staff, and the delicious drinks, I wish I lived closer to come here more often. This is definitely an establishment that deserves your money and time.

Such a fun experience! Great idea for a date night, treat for the family, and self care retreat!…read moreNestled in the plaza, enjoy a fudge, ice cream or specialty drink then buy some sweets to bring home or give as gifts! Yummy! The owner is an amazingly friendly, knowledgeable and generous person! She gives back to the community and leads her team impressively! Definitely coming back!

Although we've been to St Augustine many times, this was our first time to Passport Sweets, and…read morewill be certainly making our way back on every following visit. As the name suggests, there are sweets from multiple countries from around the world, we were truly shocked and amazed at the sheer amount of options that are available!! The owner was very knowledgeable and shared a lot of information about the different sweets, the store and some of his favourite options. We got a small assortment of goodies to try out so we could get a good sample of lots of diverse options. We will definitely be back and will be definitely getting a lot more items next time. We already can't wait for our next visit!

Gunnar just started learning German (he's 5) so we went to get some German candy. The shopkeeper…read morespoke German and interacted with our son although Gunnar pretended he didn't speak it because he's so shy We not only found German candy, but there's candy from all over the world! highly recommend

"First Coast" food - 2 of 2…read more Ok, so this is food ... and it isn't. I didn't know where to eat in charming St. Augustine, Florida - America's oldest settlement - and would wait to return to Jacksonville to figure out where I'd then have dinner. I stumbled into Claude's Chocolate admiring the historic Alcazar Hotel which now houses city hall, a museum, and then some. As such, a dessert from practically adjacent Claude's would serve as lunch. Saying "old world European" may sound trite, but it's applicable here where the endeavor has a craftsman-like dedication, be it in the hand made ice cream/gelato, the chocolates and candies they select, and the tidiness of their small store. They do have enough space, though, for people to eat in and it was nice and cool inside. I had two ice cream flavors side by side - strawberry cheesecake and Belgium chocolate. This ice cream "lunch" was delicious and I savored the taste slowly as I sat inside but looked outside the storefront windows toward the Alcazar and its landscaped square. I was treated politely and with patience as I chose what I wanted from the glass case. I also purchased a small quantity of candy for the road. Claude's Chocolate is not a chain chocolate or ice cream store. This is sort of a boutique for fine chocolates and higher quality desserts and sweet treats. The prices are a little bit higher, but you get what you pay for.

This place in St. Augustine has one of the best hot chocolates I've ever had. So rich and creamy!…read moreThe barista melted 1/3 cup of shaved Belgian chocolate with milk- and it was incredible and it was only $5! The barista was super friendly and gave us a sample before we bought it. One of the only places where I wouldn't ask for extra whipped cream. Definitely gotta try this spot.

Loved our stop at Whetstones Chocolate. They have three locations in St Augustine and make their…read morechocolate locally at one of the locations also. I have done the chocolate tour years ago and I noticed that on a review I made at a diff location in the area. Stopped by at this location, our first time, they have a handful of parking on the side of their building. They also have an outside covered patio and a couch to sit on inside. I came in for some goodies for Xmas presents. The chocolate smells so good and they have a lot of fun options. The service is really nice and helpful and patient and it's a great place for a chocolate break. I did wish they were open later for hot chocolate for the Christmas lights tour but there's another location on St George St to get hot chocolate. Lucky our stay in St Augustine during the Xmas lights tour had ideal night temperatures hot chocolate was not needed.

Great chocolate store with lots and lots to choose from…read more Every type and kind of chocolate you can eat even chocolate to put in your coffee. My sister grabbed a couple chocolates prices aren't cheap here It came to 20 bucks for a bag of chocolate and four little balls. But great place to come if you need a chocolate fix or need a gift. They also serve ice cream. Friendly staff beautiful store.

What fun spot to stop for ice cream located it is in uptown St. Augustine. Our server was so…read morefriendly and patient with us. And the prices were very reasonable. I had two scoops, Key Lime and Coconut Chocolate Almond, absolutely delicious with great flavor and add ins. And well priced for $5.25. My daughter and her boyfriend both had ice cream sandwiches which were served on warmed cookies with a scoop of ice cream in between. Inside the shop is decorated with Polaroid photos and a Connect 4 board is hanging on the wall which my kids played a few games. Best ice cream shop we visited during our vacation in St. Augustine.

I always love this place! Located in uptown St. Augustine, it's such a cute little shop and a…read moremust-stop if you're in the area. The staff is always so friendly and welcoming, and they're more than happy to answer any questions or let you sample a flavor or two before you commit. That extra touch really makes the whole experience even sweeter! My go-to order is either a waffle cone or a waffle bowl (depending on the mood ) with their coconut chocolate almond ice cream -- it's rich, creamy, and loaded with flavor. Absolutely obsessed. Whether you're visiting from out of town or a local looking to beat the heat, The Scoop is always worth a visit!

Walking through downtown St. Augustine, and I couldn't believe my little eyes! A piece of Key West…read moreright in the heart of St. Augustine. If you've ever been to the keys, you know this is the place for some amazing key lime pie. So exciting! So of course, made my way in. The staff was beyond nice. Absolutely love them. We were able to sample some cookies and sampled their strawberry limeade which was quite yummy. The place itself is extremely adorable and IG worthy with the cutest decor and merch! Got myself a slice of that key lime pie and slid in to pie heaven. It's the perfect amount of tartness and soooo creamy. Highly recommend making a stop here when visiting St. Augustine.

Kermit's Key Lime Pie Shop 138 St. George StreetSt…read more Augustine, FL 32084 Hours of Operation: Sunday-Thursday: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PMFriday-Saturday: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM I was really looking forward to visiting Kermit's Key Lime Pie as soon as I heard they were opening in St. Augustine. Key lime pie is my favorite dessert. Earlier in the week, my husband and I were in the historic district on Monday, but unfortunately they were closed, so we didn't get the chance to stop in. Yesterday was our 12th anniversary, so after enjoying a homemade dinner, we made a special trip downtown to pick up a slice of pie for dessert. One thing I absolutely loved was that customers are able to sample everything--from the cookies to the different pie flavors. That was a wonderful touch and made the experience feel welcoming. I also appreciated the fun nod to the famous Key West chickens, which brought back memories of the island. One disappointment was that, unlike the original Key West location, this St. Augustine shop does not offer a locals discount. I know for a fact that the Key West stores do, and it would be a nice addition here, especially for those of us who live in the area. As for the pie, the original Key lime pie was absolutely delicious. However, I wasn't a fan of the coconut or strawberry flavors. My biggest concern, though, is the price. Paying $6 for a single slice of pie feels excessive, especially when you also have to pay to park just to visit the store in the historic district. Overall, I enjoyed the original pie and appreciated the opportunity to sample the products, but the combination of high prices and paid parking makes it difficult to justify returning. If they were to introduce a locals discount like stores in Key West offer, I would gladly give them another visit.

On a Saturday night if you looking for a sweet cold treats in st. Augustine, this spot is it …read more Love the sampling, I felt like I didn't have to order after the tasting lol. The Ice-cream was smooth and each flavored was is unique. If you want something fruity you got it ! Or nutty they have the selection, good variety. The workers were great, nice and polite. You can either stay in or leave with your items. Good sweet spot.

The gentleman that helped us was very friendly, asked if we had any questions and if we like to…read moretaste any flavor to let home know,

Went to take a tour today. They were offering free tours for locals. I forgot my ID but did have a…read morephoto of it. I also had another id that had my name on it. The woman was rude and told me just to drive home (25 minutes) each way and get my ID thank you for not letting us take the tour even though I had a photo of my ID. You saved us from spending any money on your products.

Nice store with plenty of St. Augustine's famous delicious chocolate! Great for gifts and something…read moreto bring home family and friends. This store is a must-visit for chocolate lovers! Great location plus service was good. Great Visit.