Anthony our waiter was attentive and helpful with explaining the dishes. Food was delicious and reasonably priced. Will definitely be back read more

I've heard a lot about Salento and their Mandarin location. I was excited to see a location in SilverLeaf had opened as it's much closer to my home. I was a little concerned that the suburban version would miss the mark, but being I have nothing to compare it to, here is my two cents. Interior is well decorated. We chose to sit outside. Ambiance was nice. Service was prompt and very good. Leo was our server and very likable and helpful. My mother had the filet cooked medium rare and it is served with their whipped yellow potatoes. The steak was cooked perfectly and not overly seasoned. We enjoyed having complimentary sides of chimichurri and their spicy habanero sauce. I opted for their Bandeja paisa, which is a traditional working man's meal in Colombia. The chicharron was cooked beautifully. The sausage was so flavorful. The rice and beans were absolutely seasoned to perfection. Absolutely loved this meal. Overall, I'll be coming back. They've got a nice long bar as well. I'll be needing to see what that's about in the future. read more

Salento Colombian Steakhouse - Filet - Steakhouses Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

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This was our first time eating here. Our waiter Branden was very helpful and courteous. The restaurant is beautiful and very clean. We ordered the special for two which could have fed 3 for sure. The food was excellent, cooked to perfection. My sangria was spot on and they put mint water in the table. Our whole experience was great. I'm looking forward to going back again soon. I highly recommend read more

Salento Colombian Steakhouse - Special for two - Steakhouses Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

Wow!! This place is freaking delicious! It was my dad's birthday and he wanted to try something new and luckily it was close to where we live. The restaurant has a nice ambiance and atmosphere with a large bar area. The appetizer of beef empanadas was yummmm! The texture of the outside of empanada was so crisp, I loved it! I ordered the Salento combination plate for one person and was blown away with the amount of food. The flavors were so good. My family all told me to give this place 5 stars for my Yelp review lol Our server Michelle was so sweet and helpful she explained everything to us and had some great recommendations for our meals. My dad left his birthday dinner happy and full. We will definitely be back soon! read more

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Both the filet and the skirt steak were wonderfully seasoned and prepared. Our server also was prompt and attentive. The restaurant is new ,clean and contemporary . . read more

Wow!...did I say wow? Do not miss this Steakhouse possibly the best steak in St Augustine, FL. Everything is perfect from the setting to the staff to the food. Hope that you get Camilo as a server he is phenomenal. I will return here over and over again. Do yourself a favor and stop by. You are welcome! Buen Pravecho! read more

This was our first visit. The restaurant was simple on the outside. Inside well decorated and the smell of food was amazing. Our server welcomed us and made several suggestions for both appetizers and the entrée. We shared a meat platter which was plenty! Ordered 2 bottles of wine which was also reasonable in cost. The meat was cooked a little more then medium rare which I preferred more rare then medium. Overall a great experience we will return. read more

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Came here to celebrate roughly $260K dollars worth of promotions and job changes...why not splurge a little? Order the tomahawk MEDIUM for $150 dollars. What was dropped of was a beautifully seared BLUE steak. Half cut down the middle, the steak was sent back to the grill as I decided we would simply switch to filets as twice cooked half cut $150 dollar steaks aren't quite celebration worthy. I was than introduced to a "manager" who brought my recooked steak back held above her head as she repeatedly suggested the idea of "dropping the steak off as she talked to the owner about a minor discount". Call it an unpopular opinion, but 10% off a half ruined $150 dollar steak isn't what I consider a nice night out. Safe to say I paid for my appetizer and walked out as I was pleasantly told by the "manager" that they "won't hold me hostage if we do not want to stay." Highly recommend avoiding this establishment based off my experience, although plenty of people have seemed to enjoy their 110 degree "medium" steaks. Happy celebration to us! :) read more

Will not return. Tomahawk steak. Tough. Ordered med. Came out medium rare. Advised waiter but manager offered complimentary dessert. Ok. Ordered chocolate cake then they returned and said we can only give you mango. Ok does anyone else think this is weird? Especially after the desert menu was read to us to choose any one of them. Poor management. List 12 customers tonight. . Bad decisions. Won't be back. read more

It was a great experience for us! We had never tried Colombian Restaurant before - located in St. Augustine, this is our first visit and the waitstaff was super helpful. We went on a Black Friday, not as many customers when we dined in. The waitstaff explained everything on the menu from the appetizer, main menu, to the dipping sauce to pair up with certain dishes. We ordered e for Two - basically everything they have 85-90% are served onto this dish. There were sausages, pork rinds, ribs, flat steak, grilled chicken, and 3 side dishes- yellow potatoes, corn cake, and vegetables kebabs. We got chimichurro, and sweet n spicy sauce - perfect for the meat and pork rinds. They also have kids meal options and we selected fries and sausages. In the end, our bill was just around $60+ for that much of food that can feed at least 3 adults. read more

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Interesting place with a cool vibe and great service. The steaks looked great but we went with a more Colombian meat selection and the shrimp. Food was good and the three sides completed the meal and had some to take home. Cool spot next to another cool spot in mostly franchise area of St John's with few restaurants read more

Salento Steakhouse -- A Hidden Gem of Colombian Warmth and Flavor By Peter & Susan Martin, The Culinary Duo "When a restaurant surprises you from the moment you step inside, you know you've stumbled upon something special." Tucked quietly into an unassuming strip mall in St. Augustine, Salento Steakhouse is one of those rare finds that redefines expectations. From the outside, it's easy to underestimate; but the moment we walked through the door, we were struck by the elegant décor, soft lighting, and a bar that would make any mixologist proud. The ambiance is upscale yet welcoming, with beautifully appointed seating and thoughtful details that transport guests far from its modest exterior. The décor carries the warm sophistication you'd expect from a fine Colombian steakhouse, where wood, texture, and light come together to create an atmosphere made for conversation. When it came time to explore the menu, we were immediately impressed. Presented in full color, with vivid photography and clean design, it's one of the most creative menus we've encountered. The wide range of offerings speaks to a culinary team that knows how to balance authenticity with artistry. We chose the Salento Special for Two. A generous spread that showcased the kitchen's talents. The platter arrived brimming with carne asada, chicken, ribs, chorizo, and pork rind. A feast designed for sharing. Each component was distinct yet harmonious. The carne asada was seasoned to perfection, tender and deeply flavorful. The chicken, while thinner than expected, was juicy and well-prepared. The ribs, with their subtle dry rub, became the star of the show; smoky, tender, and effortlessly falling off the bone. The chorizo sausage brought a burst of spice and richness, while the crispy pork rind added both visual flair and satisfying crunch. To complement the spread, we ordered shrimp in garlic sauce. Plump, buttery, and infused with bold flavor. The vegetable skewer, cooked just right, added balance and color to an already impressive table. The service matched the quality of the cuisine. From the warm greeting at the door to the attentive pacing of each course, every touch reflected care and pride. Our waiter was both personable and professional, anticipating our needs with ease. As for value, Salento confidently earns its place in the upscale dining category. Prices reflect the quality, yet portions are more than generous. The Salento Special for Two was enough to satisfy more than a couple, and when paired with the shrimp entrée, it felt like a full culinary journey across Colombia. Our overall experience was nothing short of delightful. Salento proves that great dining isn't about location or hype; it's about passion, precision, and hospitality. For those in search of an unforgettable date-night destination or a vibrant social dinner, this is it. "This is one of the best-kept secrets in the area," we agreed as we finished our meal. "The kind of place you tell your friends about but almost want to keep for yourself." The Culinary Duo Rating: 5 Star read more

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Came to this new to me location and I have to say I loved it! it was a busy Saturday night but our large group was seated faster than our quoted time and that's always the best start to a dinner out! our dinner was so delicious our meat was cooked to perfection the beans however left a lot to be desired, the hot sauce helped "fix" them. They said it was a dinner for 2 but we had plenty of leftovers. read more

Salento Colombian Steakhouse - Dinner for 2! - Steakhouses Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

Like its other location, this Salento has excellent food. I'm delighted to have a second location (and this one a touch closer). When we first went they were still working some kinks out but the key things are all there. It's a beautiful interior with a lively (sometimes loud) atmosphere. We need to figure out quieter times and target those, especially given they can have a pretty lengthy wait on the weekends. Servers are kind and the food is delicious. Especially recommend the bandeja paisa or any of the mixed frills. Get a maracuja (passionfruit) smoothie with milk, too, and always get the rice and beans - so good. read more

So bad news first. While they are not crazy busy on Sunday night, beware as they close at 8pm and close the bar before that. Given we had a 7pm reservation it really put a damper on our night out with friends. Second the service was a tad spotty. Waited spilled drink on table putting it down and it took 2 requests to get some paper napkins and same issue with to go boxes. Otherwise the food was very good. We shared the Bandeja Paisa and lamb chops. Lamb chop portion very generous - 4 doubles butterflied with 3 sides. Perfectly seasoned and cooked to medium rare- maybe a tad over but delicious. We had plantains (yum), veggie skewer (skip) and baby yellow potatoes (good). Other entrees - chorizo very nice, skirt steak tender and well cooked, pork rind tasty. Red beans and rice very good. Arepa grilled and good. Drinks tasty. read more

I was so excited to see their new location and it did not disappoint! It's definitely a newer and nicer interior than their first location. Plenty of parking outside since it's in a plaza. We were seated right away and made our usual order. I got my favorite Grilled Chicken Breast with an additional grilled onions, as always they were cooked to perfection and very tasty. My husband ordered the Salento Combination, which consists of Carne Asada, Ribs, Chicken, and Chorizo, his personal choice every time we dine at Salento's. This is much closer to where we live and will definitely become a regular spot for us when eating out. read more

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Ambiance decor and staff all very friendly great looking and the food is as amazing and it looks!! Only thing I can say is they are a must try if you're in the area. Our server FIR was awesome in helping us decide what to get and FIR had an amazing smile and personality. read more

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I love this place. The menu has so many options. The servers are so helpful and attentive. The food is flavorful and delicious! I'd skip the fries next time, but the empanada is so yummy! read more

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We really enjoyed our meal here. The service was excellent and the food was delicious. Great experience!!

I really enjoyed my lunch experience here last week. From the menu, I got their red meat options + shrimp and enjoyed it very much. I heard some table down from us ordered a chicken item on the menu and they said it was raw inside. Of course, this should never happen, to serve raw chicken, but it is an unfortunate possibility in a restaurant. So maybe just steer clear from any chicken options or double check by cutting before trying.... read more

I ate here a few weeks back and I loved this location. The best trait I took away is the incredible service. Our server checked on us multiple times through out the evening and gave delightful menu suggestions and a little bit of history about how Salento came about. We ordered the fried yellow potato's, a sweet plantain with a side of guava, a 12oz rib eye cooked medium, a 16oz rib eye cooked medium rare; one beer and one glass of red wine. There was no wine menu available so the server gave a couple of great suggestions verbally. I went with a popular red she said most customers seem to enjoy and it was very delicious and smooth. I'd say the only downfall to this method of ordering is you do not know how much the glass of wine is, but I knew I'd only be ordering one since I drove from Jax to this new location in St Augustine. It was a pricier glass of red (close to $20) than I would normally order, didn't know that until the bill came but again, totally okay because it was very good. I would order the same glass of red all over again. The sweet plantain was so good it didn't even need the side of guava but since it was an option on the menu, I felt the need to order it. I did notice this location is quite loud acoustically. We dined late so most of the restaurant was actually empty on a Friday night, but with how the acoustics are in the restaurant, it's very hard to have a conversation with the party at your booth. Our rib eye's came out either too done/slightly overcooked, and the other a smidge too rare, but the flavor of the rib eye was out of this world. Neither of us complained nor wanted too because the steak was so delicious. You could taste that slight butter and salt it was seared in among other flavors - chefs kiss. We were thanked upon leaving by other employees working, who also striked up a small convo with us asking us where we are from - Finishing the evening with more great service. This restaurant is beautiful inside and out. They do have a patio but it was quite warm out the night we visited, so we sat at a booth inside. The bar is also a great choice to dine because it is big and open - very inviting. I am looking forward to coming back to this particular location. 100% worth the drive to St John's county. read more

I recently went with my monthly dinner club with a part of 14. Overall this is a nice restaurant and you will have adequate service, selection/choices and food at this price point. In my opinion, I believe it is notably overpriced and not quite as good of a value as similar steak houses in the same price range. That being said, they do have unique sides and apps that set them apart and my entire party was happy with how their steaks/burgers were prepared and overall quality of the food as well as the ambiance (can get a bit loud when full). Staffing seemed a bit light for a complete full house and they don't hesitate to include 18% tip on parties of 5 or more. Parking was ample, close to the door and they take reservations which is a plus. read more

This was my second time there and the food is amazing. I had the salmon which was grilled to perfection and the 4 leches is devine with caramel and I'm not sure what else but it's a must try read more

I recently went to try out this place after months of hearing good things about them. So last week, I took the family for an experience since my mother in law was visiting from NYC. I must say I was pretty impressed by the decor, the staff, and the amazing ambiance. Their menu was also to my liking, as you can tell, they put the extra effort into making it look high-end. Our server was very good and very friendly. The food was delicious and drinks were a delight! The only negative thing out of everything was the surprise when we got the check. Aside from gratuity, we found an additional large group fee, which was tacked on to the cost. I don't know if this is common practice for a party of six? Overall I would greatly recommend this place, just be sure that you keep your party under six people. read more

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We love Salentos and had the chance to visit their second location. The place was busy for a Friday night. The restaurant is very clean & bright. They have a large bar area with a few longer tables in the back to accommodate larger parties. The food was great as usual and the staff was super friendly! read more

Salento Colombian Steakhouse - Flat Steak with Fried Yellow Potatoes, Veggie Skewer & Sweet Plantain - Steakhouses Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

The food was delicious however served a more towards the like warm versus very hot. Service was fantastic and I enjoyed the ambience and flavor. I will certainly return! read more

Staff was amazing. We had a table of 12 and staff were very attentive. Food was delicious. Highly recommend the empanadas and the skirt steak read more

Great food and service. Loved the menu suggestions made by our waiter. Dessert was a treat as well. Mason jars were a fun presentation.

Outstanding food and service. Restaurant is located in very nice area. Did not order the steak this time but certainly plan to return for that experience. read more

Made my first visit to this new Colombian steakhouse. Food was great; service needs improvement. Started with chicken and beef empanadas which were excellent. My wife and I shared a combo platter which included chicken, steak, four pork ribs, a two sausage and chicharrones. Included sides of fried yuca, plantanos maduros, and a chicken kabob. All were well prepared with great seasoning. Finished meal with Tres leches desert which was excellent. The location is little out of the way, but worth the trip. read more

Salento Colombian Steakhouse - Combo platter - Steakhouses Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

Food was delicious and the service was excellent! I just wish there were more vegetable side options besides the salad and vegetable kabobs. The kabobs were great--I just would've loved a little more variety. The meat was tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. Drinks were okay, not the highlight of the meal. The environment was warm, inviting, and aesthetically pleasing--perfect for a date night. read more

Unbelievably courteous service with some of the best grilled meat in the City. Our family loves the feeling of being in such casual surroundings. This is the best place to try some amazing platters! read more

Food great. Sat at bar. Bartender very attentive. Food wonderful as always Great vibe. Good background music read more

This restaurant is fairly new in the Silverleaf community. We tried it for the first time tonight for dinner and are so glad we did. It was excellent. We had a 5:30 dinner reservation, and the restaurant filled up pretty quickly. Service was quick, friendly, and professional. The menu is huge, including about 20 pages. We opted for the skirt steak, flat steak, and Salento combination. The Salento combination included Carne asada, chicken, ribs, and chorizo. All three entrees also included three sides. Side options included rice, plantains, salad, vegetable kabob, and red beans. Everything we ate tasted great, and the prices were very reasonable. We will definitely be back. read more

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We visited this restaurant after not finding a place to dine in DT St Augustine. Idk what a large group of us was thinking of not making reservations on such a busy time during the holidays. With a group of starving kids and even hangry grandparents, we were desperately looking for a place to dine... we are SO GRATEFUL we discovered to gem of a place! From the service to the delicious food, everything was amazing! I ordered a bandeja paisa, empanadas, arepas and even tostones! My only regret was not taking a picture before we all indulged! We are totally making it a point to visit this establishment anytime we are in the area! read more

We have been going to the Mandarin location since we moved to Florida in 2017. Love the food, the staff and the new location so close to our home. My favorite appetizer is the plantain with cheese. My favorite entree is the shrimp with yellow herbed rice. My husband orders several entrees with lots of meat including pork chops and assorted cuts. The fruit juices are unusual and delicious. Where else can you get sour sap? Once you go it will be a weekly destination. Really beautiful location in Silver Leaf near Chop the upscale butcher. read more

Could not wait any longer for this place to open! The menu is a little overwhelming but the waiter helped us pick out what to order. We ordered the empanadas and tostones with guacamole for appetizers & both were delicious. They offer several combination plates too but I didn't get a picture. My daughter and I were able to share the combination for 1 which included chicken, asada, chorizo and ribs. She loved the chicken. Most meals come with 3 sides. They do offer a kids menu. We had a table of 6 and everyone loved their meals.. Make sure to save room for dessert, definitely get the tres leche. I'll post more pictures next visit. read more

Salento Colombian Steakhouse - Ribeye - Steakhouses Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

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Ample parking. Staff is always nice and friendly. They remember you if you are a frequent customer, which we are. Noise level is moderate during peak dinner hours and low during lunch time. Fruit Agua fresca (non alcoholic drink) is definitely a must have. My favorite appetizer is always the pork rind or chicharones. Any of their entree is always delicious and will not disappoint you. Their Saturday soup special, always something to try. It's a big serving so it is meal in itself. My husband loves the trout. Try a different entree every time you visit the place. Craving for some Colombian cuisine, try out this place. read more

Michael was a great server! Such a good experience here and such good food. Definitely would recommend this place.

If you're a big family looking to enjoy a delicious meal, look no further! This is our favorite restaurant! We order the Salento House and it feeds our family of 6 and has enough for leftovers! It's an incredible value for high quality food in a great environment! Be sure to check out the juice/smoothie selections and try their refajo! Incredible staff! Delicious food! read more