Service is over the top, informal but spot on. We frequently have dinner here after a mid afternoon…read moremovie. I can't resist really offering a positive review. My wife and I had the lobster bisque soup, seemed too good to pass on.we split a salad and the fish of the day entrée. The next day we both said we wished we had left the soup and salad for two full entrees. I called, they still had the fish so we returned but each of us had an order of the blackened Kingfish, no regrets as it was wonderful.. just had to say it. Two nights in a row with no regrets. An excellent place to dine for sure!

We went for the occasion of catching up with people and it was a great place to do that. There was…read morea nice variety of food, and the drinks were delicious. The octopus was great, but I was disappointed it was only one tentacle, especially for the price: The star of the show might have been the sauce that came with the calamari, truly delicious. I'd definitely come back, but might order differently.

This was my first time here after a friend trying to get me to go so many times. We went on a…read moreFriday for lunch so it was pretty busy. We didn't let it stop us though. What happens is everyone in your party orders then the cashier will split the check however it is to be split and you'll pay then you take a number to your table. There's also a separate area where you order and pay for dessert if you want that. Upon walking in I said I was going to get something but was so full that I ended up not but I am very curious to how their desserts taste, specifically the Oreo cheesecake. We ended up eating here on what was national cheeseburger day so naturally I went with the regular size (8oz) burger with American cheese and fries as my side and water to drink. Was a little pricey but not too terrible. My burger was pretty good. The best? No, but not the worst. It was juicy and satisfied me. The fries were pretty plain so I had to use ketchup. Overall it was a decent meal. I would go back and try other things. I do recommend.

Decided to check this place out with a group of friends and I can't believe I missed out on this…read moreplace. We were greeted and taken care by a very attentive server from start to finish and the 3 course meal was prepared and served in a perfect way. This hidden gem is a great restaurant to check out when you are nearby.

Excellent dining experience. From the staff to the food and atmosphere all made this a future…read morefavorite

Love the mini-burger combos here! It was just the right size for a late dinner on a Wednesday. The…read moresoup was wonderful and they piled on the mozzarella cheese! The cafe was also quiet and the servers were so nice.

Food is outstanding! The ambience is very quaint as its backwoods country but still welcoming. We…read morewere seated in the back corner of the restaurant on a Saturday afternoon when it was relatively quiet. It took several minutes for our server to greet us but once she did she was attentive. If you've never been this is a great place to try gator tail, frog legs and venison. If you're not sure about anyone of those they are an appetizer to try before you get a dinner. We ordered the fried clam strips and frog legs. The clam strips were not rubbery or hard and had a good flavor to them. The frog legs meat fell off the bone and has the flavor of a light flavored fish with the texture of chicken. Most of us ordered the venison dinner that comes with two sides and Josh puppies. The venison was cooked to perfection and quite tender. This is by far the best venison I've ever had! I ordered a house salad and the okra n tomatoes. The gator tail meal was equally good not rubbery or hard. All the food was plentiful. The dessert is the best of all - sour orange pie! Think of key lime pie but made with oranges. It is a seasonal pie and we happen to be there when they had it. That is my absolute favorite dessert and I highly recommend!

We went to this restaurant on recommendation from our airboat driver, and they did not disappoint…read more We were seated right away and the hostess and the waitress were fabulous. They really took care of us. My husband got a Caesar salad with blackened chicken and I got the combo plate with gator, frog legs and catfish and it was so amazing. I have to say probably one of my first favorite things were the collard greens with bits of ham in it superduper delicious. They make a great drink. My husband liked their sweet tea, and I had a gin and tonic, which was really full of gin! We had no room for dessert, but the ones that walked past the table looked amazing. I really recommend this restaurant.

The food was outstanding; served promptly and piping hot. Our server was very efficient and…read moreexpertly accommodated our party. We enjoyed a fun evening from start to finish.

This is a difficult review! We went as a family of four. We were greeted and seated quickly. Our…read morewaiter was efficient and nice had a good personality. The menu is good lots of options. When we walked in my family felt like it smelled bad. ( everyone had opinions about how it smelled. Smoky, liquory, old meatish, cleaning products) with that being said it made it difficult to eat the food because of the smells. Personally I didn't have a problem because I smelt the smoke and it didn't bother me. The food: we had the fried pickles. They were very good! The sauce is excellent. We ordered 2 meat platters & one sides meal. The meat platters the pulled pork was excellent, the ribs were ok and the brisket was not good. One of us thought it smelled bad. The fries were over seasoned with salt, the onion rings were good, the sweet potatoes were excellent, the mashed potatoes were ok, the corn ok but had good taste, the green beans were good, the Mac n cheese was good! Overall we have been here before a few times and had great food, so I'm not sure what was going on tonight!

Went there on an off night on a Tuesday. The atmosphere is opulent and the good was 5*. Brandon…read morebrought out the courses as we suggested and Mia was a great host. Then head over for a night cap at the bar. Don't miss a stay at this hotel with a great restaurant and bar.

I went to their brother lounge, No Name Lounge for happy hour. They had a well cocktail for 8…read moredollars during happy hour (4 to 7) everyday. I took the suggested old fashioned for the drink. I was stunned that was only 8 dollars. It's was a strong drink and got me happy immediately. I felt the buzz immediately and really helped made my late afternoon. My bartender was friendly, and made a great drink for me. The atmosphere is just a nice hotel bar, and nothing fancier. There were a couple TVs, and the immature me had to watch SpongeBob SquarePants. It's located at the Hilton, and parking is free. For a strong old fashioned costing 8 dollars during happy hour is a steal, especially at a higher end hotel. I'm so glad I'm staying here and took advantage of this deal. This helped me make my evening when I am becoming my own worst critic. Overall: A+

While driving and wanting to eat seafood boil, I stopped at the Rocking Crab…read more This restaurant offers fresh seafood, highly recommend it. Opted for Cajun flavor, the waitress asked to choose from mild or spicy. After choosing mild, I noticed it was a bit spicier. The saltiness can be barely tolerated. If you can't endure extremely salty seafood, then this restaurant might not be the best option. Ms. Summer was our waitress and provided great customer service. The restaurant was not loud and I felt relaxed while enjoying dinner. Overall I enjoyed my seafood boil and will ask for half the condiments next time.

We took a sister-in-law to this place for the 1st time and the service/food was great. The food was…read moregreat. Though we had to ask for a "crab smasher" to crack the crab claw/legs. Other than that, everything was great.

Went to our first show at St. Augustine Amphitheater to see Toad The Wet Sprocket & Men At Work…read more This is a very impressive venue with decent sound (was a bit muffled at times) with very nice people who are more than willing to help you find anything! There is a good selection of food choices as well as beverage selections throughout the venue! Our seats were in the Pit Area which were a bit tight and not very comfortable but gave great site lines to the stage. The to and from the satellite parking lots went pretty smooth and was a nice way to get to the show. Overall, I would rate the overall experience as a 4.5 stars! Fun place to see a show and will definitely come back from St. Simons Island to see another show! Thanks for a fun evening!

One of my favorite venues that I have EVER been too and I have been to quite a few with my Husband…read more Everyone here is always so darn happy and very quick with getting my answers to the questions that I have when I come here! One thing I love about this venue is their free shuttle system that takes you to your car (which is free parking) during the concerts. The venue is on the smaller side so it feels more intimate for the artists. There are a few areas where seating is obstructed but they do mention that when buying tickets. One tough thing about this venue is the merch line usually tends to get MASSIVE and I have seen people miss a handful of songs while waiting in it if an artist takes the stage. Bathrooms are usually clean but they are scattered around so you may need to hunt for them. Drink prices are pretty reasonable and they usually have a drink of the night that is slightly discounted. They also have a reusable cup that you can bring throughout the night for a couple dollars off refills!

Osteen's Restaurant in St. Augustine is one of those hidden gems that is somehow hiding in plain…read moresight. The kind of place you might drive past without realizing you are missing some of the best seafood in Florida. The shrimp were absolutely outstanding. Fresh, perfectly cooked, and piled high on the plate. Honestly, some of the best shrimp I have had anywhere in Florida. The portions are generous, the food is comforting, and everything feels like it comes from a place that has been doing it right for a long time. What really makes Osteen's special is the atmosphere. The restaurant has that old school, hometown feel that is becoming harder and harder to find. It feels comfortable and welcoming, almost like walking into someone's home rather than a typical restaurant. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and attentive, which only added to the experience. Great seafood, huge portions, friendly people, and an authentic old St. Augustine feel. Osteen's is absolutely worth seeking out.

I've been coming here for years, and this place consistently delivers exactly what I want: fresh…read morefried shrimp! If you don't like shrimp or seafood, or fried/Southern food, this place is not made for you. I always get the shrimp plate, squash casserole, and green beans, and sweet tea (with hush puppies). Yes, there's veggies on the plate, but they are swimming in butter and all the fiber is cooked out of them. The fried shrimp are very lightly battered--they are perfect. Service is fast and friendly. It's a family-run place and you can tell. The place is small, though it has grown, a bit, over the years. Regardless, there is very likely to be a line! You can always order to go, but it's not quite the same. There's a few picnic tables out back for to go orders as their food has to be eaten fresh for full effect! It's cash only, too. The decor leans heavily on coastal/Americana. They are very proud to be American, especially with the 250th birthday. I will say, though the American decorations are plenty, it does not feel political, simply celebratory. As for the kids, they have your expected fried kid items. There's not any coloring pages or anything. But the place is kid friendly in the fact that the food is served quickly and the servers are patient with kids. It's a tight space, so squirmy kids might have to get their energy out outside. Their newer bathrooms are more family (and wheelchair) friendly. As long as this place keeps up the consistency with their shrimp, I will keep coming back. My last visit, though, I did the unheard: I ordered chicken! (I still got some shrimp, too) The chicken was equally good and very hearty. The biscuits, though, were clearly canned. But if that's the only corner they cut, I don't really mind.

We stopped in here for lunch on our first day as this is always a must go to when we are in this…read morearea. We chose to sit at the bar as there was a line of people waiting for tables. The bar meanwhile was completely open and it is seat yourself. We both ordered chicken wings, extra crunchy with the whiskey rub on them. The rub is a little sweet, but we requested them to hit it lightly so that we didn't have as much sweetness on the wings. We also got an order of the pork rinds which are cooked fresh and you can ask for a dusting of the whiskey rub on those as well. They were very good, but they are a large order so definitely be prepared to share. I also got a cup of their beer cheese soup - I would not order it again. The texture was a little off for me and it felt like it was probably at the bottom of the cooker. The first bartender we had was OK, but felt like he was just going through the motions. The second bartender that took over our service was much friendlier and checked in on us periodically.

This is one of my favorite spots in St Aug to stop by for drinks. It's almost always crowded but…read moreworth the wait for a seat at the bar. All the bartenders are so wonderful and fun people. This time we didn't have food. Just drinks. I tried a Goodbye Earl. If earl grey is involved, I'm in! It was quite good. The lemon was the heaviest flavor. I would have liked it even more if the earl grey shined thru a little more. My friend had the Madi Cola which was also good. A little too sweet for my palate but it was good! The vanilla rum was great in there. It was interesting on this trip because it was the middle of a weekday. It wasn't too packed but still bustling. The place does really have a bit of a speakeasy feel and they often have live music if that's your thing.