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    St. Francis Inn

    4.5 (77 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Small Sink next to the bed.

    I stayed in the Courtyard room. The ceiling made such loud creaking sounds when the people above me walked around at 5am that it woke me up. The AC cannot be turned off from within the room and it was freezing all night. I can hear the TV from the people above me all night. And the sink and bathroom are really inconveniently set up. I tried to switch rooms and they said they had two empty rooms for that night but wanted to charge me $50 extra. What kind of place does that?

    A treat left by the staff to celebrate our anniversary.

    Stayed here for our 5 year anniversary. It was incredible to spend the night at the oldest inn in Florida! It sits within the oldest neighborhood in the city, full of gorgeous streets, old trees and beautiful architecture from the 1700s. They offered complementary drinks and dessert the night we arrived, and the next morning we enjoyed the daily rotating menu of breakfast items that were hot and delicious. The staff were very kind and accommodating. The room was clean, neat and full of anything you may need during your stay. Thank y'all for the hospitality!!

    Alyssa V.

    It has taken me months to write this review. My husband and I stayed at St. Francis Inn in June 2023. We had gotten married in November 2022, but our honeymoon then was cut short by a hurricane, so we booked to come to St. Augustine in the summer. When June came around, I was almost 9 weeks pregnant! We looked at our trip to St. Francis as a little babymoon. We stayed in the Balcony Room and absolutely loved it. The staff was very kind, friendly, and hospitable. They had brought us champagne since we said it was our honeymoon, and once they realized I was pregnant they brought up some sparkling cider. Breakfast and snacks throughout the day were delicious. We loved the courtyard, our balcony, the closeness to downtown, the history of the inn, and the cats. Overall it was a very warm place that felt like home. Early in the morning on our third day there, I felt immense pain and realized I was having a miscarriage. I stayed at the inn for a few hours before my husband called an ambulance. I was feeling so weak, depleted, and in pain. Paramedics came and took me downstairs and to the ambulance in one of those interesting wheelchairs that can go down steps. My husband and I were devastated and decided to drive home that day. When we got back to the inn a few hours later, the staff was very tender and sympathetic when we told them we would be checking out early. Without us asking, they refunded us for the night that we wouldn't be staying, even though I had read that no refunds could be issued. Though I expect that most people would never want to return to where they miscarried, we felt so supported in the inn that my husband and I discussed on our drive home that we would come back one day, with our future children. Thank you to the staff. Your sympathy was truly appreciated.

    Dianna B.

    My love surprised me with a mid-week get away to the St. Francis Inn during Covid. When he showed me the place on line, I was excited. He let me choose the room (The Overlook) and then made the reservations. When we got to the actual location, I was so excited. I've been on just about every walking tour of St. Augustine, Haunted or not and they ALWAYS stop at this location, and here I was getting to stay! Color me very VERY happy. The staff was very pleasant, warm and friendly. Everyone wore a mask our entire stay. If you didn't have one, there were ones at the desk for your use (In baggies, single use, of course) Our room was on the third floor, it over looks both St. George St and the St. Francis Park so it can be a busy corner, but it wasn't terrible. At night we could hear a train in the distance and to us, that was quite quaint. The Overlook Room is large and spacious, with a kingsize bed, a large seating area, a wardrobe with robes, microwave and fridge, as well as a Jacuzzi tub and shower. It's a very well appointed room and the bed is VERY comfortable, though the pillows were a bit lumpy (I'm picky, which is why I bring my own). Every morning we were there, there was a delicious breakfast complete with espresso if you wanted it, the hot portion served to you while you helped yourself to the cold, fresh fruit and delicious baked goods. I can tell you that I did not go hungry. Every evening was a social hour, but in the time of covid, it was more a pick up your boxed desserts, which were amazing each night, along with some wine or soda, and either crudites or a small meat and cheese plate. Again, you didn't go hungry at night. One of the things I really enjoyed about the place was that they offered bikes to ride, which saved the wear and tear on my feet. We rode our bikes into the Ancient city, locked them, did our exploration and then rode home, it was such a better use of our time! The pool looked delightful, but we didn't use it on this stay. So, the Inn is rumored to be haunted, did we experience anything? Yes, we did. We heard what sounded like footsteps across the window wall that over looked the park and we experienced what felt like a cat jumping on the bed each night. Supernatural? I don't know, but those were our experiences. Would we come back? YES! This place is welcoming and warm, they're doing everything right during Covid, and they're just warm people.

    My wedding day.
    Carey A.

    I just wanted to brag about St. Francis Inn. My husband and I just had our wedding at the Inn 1/6/24. It was a beautiful day and a wonderful experience. Make sure you speak to Mary if you are looking for a quaint wedding venue or a beautiful place to elope. My daughter and I spent the day getting our hair and makeup done in one of the rooms. We stayed in Lily's room, but we love this place so we have stayed at nearly all the rooms. The Cottage is our favorite. The breakfast and happy hour are great! Just remember that if you are out on the town for dinner you remind them to hold your dessert for when you get back.

    Chocolate Valentine Cookies
    Deborah L.

    We stayed at the beach cottage belonging to the St. Francis Inn. It was beautiful and roomy and clean; it was three houses down from the beach. You really can't see the beach from the front porch but you can hear it and it's just a short walk over the dunes. It's located on B St. in Saint Augustine Beach. There are probably 10 bars and restaurants within a two block radius. We visited several of them! My favorite part of being here was curling up with my puppy in a quilt in the chilly breeze listening to the ocean and reading my book. 20$ a day pet fee but that included some pup treats and water bowls for both dogs. We were also able to go back to the main inn several times for some snacks, cookies, and we needed some printing done for a contract. They were more than happy to help. Plan ahead! Because this place books up quickly.

    The beautiful courtyard.  There are candles and string lights at night.
    Kelly Y.

    Intimate, romantic, relaxed, pampered...supercute!!!! I am not sure if I have many more words to describe this B&B! Four thumbs up! From the moment I step out of our car and onto their naturally landscaped path to the inn; from the moment I see that lush courtyard full of local flora; even from the moment I saw that perfect shade of red on the door, matching chairs and porch swing, I knew I had stepped into a wonderful place. The inn has been lovingly restored to that antiquey, comforting style, but it is not at all cheesy or frou-frou. We started our stay at the inn with their social hour complete with complimentary wine and beer. After a short stroll to downtown for the Castillo de San Marcos followed by dinner by the bay, we came back to find dessert waiting for us! They even provide a basket of snacks and more fresh teas for the evening. The next morning, the gourmet breakfast was so yummy and filling! We had a buffet of five cheese strata, pancakes, fresh fruit salad (they even cut the big grapes in half!), cereals, yogurt, juices and coffee....oh my! The staff could not be more friendly and helpful. They made sure every detail was taken care of for our stay. There is even alcohol wipes on the phone! Who thinks of that??? St. Francis Inn did! You should never rush through here. Do stay at least an extra night so you can feel the best hospitality any inn can offer. One note, Lily's Room has a claw foot "tub shower". The shower is a bit small, there are rooms with more modern showers and jacuzzi tubs.

    The steps downstairs to the living room/kitchen area
    Jackie C.

    I will say to those concerned over safety due to Covid the inn is amazing! I did not have many conversations with the staff as I would like. I plan on returning and staying in a different room. We stayed in the cottage. The cottage is good option for families. Old houses makes noises ... do not put anyone loud upstairs! The inn is easy walking distance to attractions, shopping, and restaurants. The inn offers wonderful options for all! My family is already talking about another trip. !!

    When it's chilly and dessert hour is happening
    Lauren S.

    This is our go to stay place when visiting St. Augustine. We visit every 3 months for the last 3 years. It is one of the priciest places in town but well worth it. The staff is super welcoming, personable, and goes above and beyond. Elle has been our #1 since the moment we checked in 9/2015. The breakfast is so delicious. The social hour is awesome. The sheets on the beds are super comfy. The amenities are great and are worth every penny if you take advantage of all of them.

    Cozy  bedroom
    Virginia G.

    This place was so charming. I had wanted to stay here for some time so when my guy booked us a room here on a whim I was estatic. Unfortunately the main inn was booked so we received a room across the little brick street in a separate building. This did not diminish our stay at all. We had a very nice room in the back of the building with a private balcony. Our room had a comfy queen size bed...a large bathroom with a 2 person jacuzzi tub..and a welcome decanter of sherry. We were shown around including the full shared kitchen in the next room over. My guy had ordered a bottle of champagne to be there at check in and since we arrived late we were surprised it wasn't there. When we mentioned it the night desk girl went immediately to get it...ice it down..and gave it to us complimentary. That's what the service here is like. Complimentary bottle water at the front desk..complimentary bike rentals..discounts to many attractions..breakfast is included as well as happy hour snacks and non alcoholic drinks..others for pirchase. Even though the inn was sold out each night when we got in we were the only ones in the small but nice pool for our midnight swims. It's in a great location at the edge of all the spots to see so it makes it a great home base. My only complaint was since there was a suite below us a family of 8 or more constantly congregated downstairs...smoking..drinking and talking at all hours from early morning ruining out quite private balcony experience to late evening making us trip over them to get in the front door. You can take the person out of Wal mart but.....well u know how it goes. Really we loved this spot. Yes it's a little price but when u consider all the amenities it's well worth it!

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    Best B&B in St. Augustine. Spent my honeymoon here and celebrated our 35th anniversary her. Great place!

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    Ask the Community - St. Francis Inn

    I have two teenage daughters age 17, can your establishment accept this age group? I would be with them as well. We take alot of trips together but would like to acquaint them to a B&B other than always staying in a hotel. Thank u

    Hi Patricia, Yes, we have a few accommodations that can accommodate 3 guests: Cottage… 

    Is this close to the holiday lights downtown?

    Yes its about a 5-10 minute walk or you can arrange a pick up and be dropped off.

    We have a 10 month old daughter, is this an "adults only" kind of place?

    Hi Melissa, We do have a few accommodations at the St. Francis Inn that are "kid friendly". If you can provide me with your days, I can tell you which of those rooms might be… 

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    Bayfront Westcott House Bed and Breakfast - Schooner in the bay

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    4.8(62 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    We just got here about an hour ago. First thing I wanted was a hot bath. Water was barely tepid but…read morestaff was able to take care of it and get us hot water. We stayed here for our 40th anniversary. Lovely property, room, comfy bed and great staff. Across the street from the bay you have sailboats and schooners . Great views from the Verandas. We ordered the breakfast in bed with mimosas which didn't disappoint. I had a huge piece of French toast with blueberry compote, ham, cappuccino. We're already planning our next visit.

    We stayed here two nights on our way to our final destination. It was a great location being right…read moreacross the street from the water and a couple of blocks off the main drag to provide less traffic and noise. Our room was spacious with a nice king sized bed. Shower had room for two. We also had a bench on the deck outside of our room. I sat there and read the paper. I loved discovering a cat curled up there on our last day who was friendly and enjoying the morning sun. Breakfast was delicious with an egg bake and waffle our two days. With fresh fruit, bread board, juice, and coffee, there was more than enough to eat. They also hosted a social for the guests but the timing didn't work out for us to attend. It was quite the spread when we peaked in one night. We really enjoyed eating our breakfast outside on the large porch. The first day it was raining but we were covered so not an issue. The second day it was sunny and clear. Beautiful views of the water. The staff was fantastic and took care of all of our needs. Great stay!

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    Carriage Way Inn Bed & Breakfast - Ruby room

    Carriage Way Inn Bed & Breakfast

    4.8(142 reviews)
    0.6 mi

    I found our spot to stay in St. Augustine, forever…read more A gorgeous bed and breakfast, walking distance to the Spanish Quarter, close to bars and restaurants, close to the fort and the intercoastal; it is the bee's knees that allows us to live our best life in leisure without spending too much, so that we feel we would need to do additional favors on the side courtesy of Marriott or Hilton. We came here to see a concert at the AMP outside of town. Being that the rates at nearby hotels were more than I was willing to spend, I looked at local B&B's, and this one fit the bill between it's local and downhome aesthetic, breakfast being included with gluten-free options for my wife, and a relaxing bathtub for my wife to soak and relax. Eva was fantastic in ensuring we had everything we needed. She is an absolute gem who made us feel at home and welcome. She helped us with some concerns and requests. With a house that has been in existence since 1853, as indicated by the plaque by the front door, this has the historical aesthetic and the comfort to match. The lobby area has some lovely velvet sofas shared with the dining area, where you can have either white or red wine or water, for example. The porch is also nice for a glass of wine, people-watching, and enjoying life as it passes by. Food-wise, they served breakfast if you're able to get to the lobby before 9:45 PM. Technically, the kitchen is open till 10 AM, but don't push your luck. But it's nice to have some coffee and breakfast, whether it's eggs and French toast soufflé or whatever is on the menu, and then you're off for your day. If you are gluten-free, make sure you mention it in advance so they can accommodate you. Our room was lovely, with a comfortable four-poster king-sized bed, a classy dresser, and nightstands. No closet, but there are knobs for hanging up shirts, pants, and dresses if you have clothes hangers. I liked the complimentary dark chocolate when we arrived as well. The room we had for our stay had a hot tub and a shower with multiple showerheads. Once you figure out how to use both, it is heaven. It allowed us to live our best lives. My wife enjoyed the tub immensely, then, after the fact, enjoyed the bathrobe. I liked that the toilet was in a separate room from the sink and shower/hot tub, especially, if you need to go and it goes sideways. The outdoor patio is also nice if you want an afternoon drink, fenced off from the street, especially if you want to smoke a cigar. We have already booked for a concert we are attending in July. And that date will not be the last time we book at the B&B. It is grand.

    After much thought, I would give Carriage Way Inn four stars. Carriage Way Inn does some things…read moreextremely well, some well, and some okay. I did learn this business was recently purchased by a company that owns numerous B&B's up the eastern states; hopefully that won't detract in the future. Upon arrival, a huge benefit is a dedicated parking area around back. Unless you drive a very large truck or largest SUV (e.g. a Suburban or F250) you'll have a spot. You should park and leave your vehicle. Saint Augustine is very walkable and Uber/Lyft are readily available, if necessary. Make no mistake; parking is premium in this town so a dedicated parking lot is a big plus. We arrived a little early but were greeted very warmly. Like most old B&B's, there is no elevator or lift (which we were aware of and is no problem for us). We were shown our room (Tourmaline) on the second floor and all typical questions were answered. The room, bed and bathroom were very comfortable. Great adjustable AC (a must in Florida), small flat screen tv (which we never turned on and neither should you), bathroom with very good shower and pleasant toiletries, comfy bed and good blinds to pull down for sleeping. A big negative to the room is the soundproofing. This room (Tourmaline) is right on the front of the house and it was the last weekend of a motorcycle gathering in not too far off Daytona. So we heard mid life crisis motorcycle riders and nearing elderlies on their horridly loud motorcycles off and on all weekend; both out and about and driving by the B&B. Not much the B&B can do except more soundproofing of the windows. It wasn't just the motorcycles, noise from loud car radios occasionally, too. The noise didn't ruin the weekend but did detract. I brought a white noise machine to help with sleeping and recommend it. The location of the B&B is phenomenal; centrally located and you can walk almost everywhere in downtown Saint Augustine. Importantly, we felt totally safe the entire time we visited. Saint Augustine is a very safe city; especially the tourist, populated and Flagler College areas. The B&B generously offers plenty of beverages downstairs to help yourself to. Water and cans of soda are available at all times. Wine, red and white, is set out to serve yourself in the late afternoon through mid evening. I believe I recall beer and hard seltzer, too. The snacks put out at happy hour were meh; just okay. But there were some deliciously scented fresh baked cookies in the afternoon. However, I've had much, much better snacks and happy hours at B&B's in Savannah, north Georgia and Charleston. The first floor sitting area is comfortable; plenty of small tables for sitting for snacks and breakfast; we never felt cramped. Minor glitch; the downstairs ice machine adjacent to the soda and water was broken most of the weekend. The Staff was apologetic and ice was set out and or provided by the downstairs Staff; but this was a minor annoyance. Of note, the rooms do not have little refrigerators. A nice addition might be an ice machine on the second floor (especially since that's where most of the rooms are located. Okay, now let's talk about the breakfast...We only ate it one morning, of two, because it was straight up lousy. Please know I am in no way a picky eater. The entree eggs were not good and I suspect they were most definitely not fresh cracked but powdered, frozen or premade. The plated side ham was barely eatable; it was extremely tough and salty. A B&B breakfast should be very good, if not memorable. This breakfast was shockingly subpar. Well, the coffee I made in the Keurig was fine and the server lady was pretty nice... In sum, I'm not sure I would stay at Carriage Way Inn again. Our stay was not bad but there are so, so many B&B's in Saint Augustine. Perhaps if Carriage Way radically upgrades the quality of the breakfast offering and sound proofs the rooms we'd return.

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    Cedar House Inn

    Cedar House Inn

    4.8(52 reviews)
    0.3 mi

    What a wonderful stay for our anniversary! This was our first time staying in a bed & breakfast and…read moreit was absolutely everything I hoped it would be and more! Sasha greeted us with a warm welcome and a plate of homemade chocolate chip coconut Carmel cookies that were DELICIOUS and available daily. Circa 1893, the house is a beautiful Victorian style that has been wonderfully cared for and decorated with Christmas decorations for the holiday. The property has 9 bedrooms and even with being completely full while we were there it was cozy and relaxing. Happy hour is from 4-5 daily with your selection of white or red wine. They offer complimentary non-alcoholic beverages all day and breakfast is at 9am every day. This trip, we only stayed one night but we will go back and stay longer. Breakfast consists of two courses - savory & sweet and the portions were generous. We had egg aviles, with seasoned tomatoes and home fries. Our second course was a homemade yogurt parfait and it was divine. The service was wonderful and the house was pristine.

    I can't say enough good things about Cedar House Inn!…read more We went last weekend for our anniversary. Our accommodations were clean and cozy, the common areas are beautiful, the breakfast is excellent, and the staff are very friendly. Cary is a doll! We enjoyed our stay so much we booked for July 4th weekend while we were there. Do yourself a favor and relax on the patio with a glass of wine and let the breeze take all your cares away!

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    44 Spanish Street Inn - Magnolia room

    44 Spanish Street Inn

    4.5(79 reviews)
    0.5 mi

    My wife and I were supposed to be going to New Orleans, but then had to do a last minute shift…read morebecause of hurricane Laura. I mention this because we booked it the day before with almost zero research (looked at some pictures, and the breakfast caught our eye). We honestly cannot wait to go back!!!!! The owners are amazingly nice people who called us as we were traveling down to see when we'd be in, and made our check-in process flawless. The room is stunning (Fitzgerald)! Original hardwood floors, a large bed, and a shower with a fancy shower head (which doesn't even begin to do it justice - multiple sprayers and settings) that was luxurious! The internal Struggle we had with "These sheets are the softest thing I've ever touched, let's not get up" and "We are in the heart of everything: let's go exploring!!!!!" was too real. Walking distance to everything we wanted to see, and a short drive to St. Augustine beach (which has good parking) for when we were ready to do some beach time. The crown jewel of the Bed and Breakfast is the BREAKFAST!!! Made fresh daily onsite, with ingredients they go out and get the night before (they called ahead to see if we had any dietary restrictions). Definitely consider this as your home base for your next visit!

    Title: From a dream to a nightmare--do not trust this business…read moreRating: I was incredibly excited to stay at 44 Spanish Street Inn, expecting a charming, historic St. Augustine getaway. Unfortunately, what I thought would be a dream vacation quickly turned into a complete nightmare. My husband and I live about two hours away from St. Augustine, and since we had a night off, we decided to book a one-night getaway. I searched online and found what looked like a completely relaxing, dream room: the Palm South room. I felt comfortable booking directly through their website because the policy explicitly noted that payment was not due until we arrived on the property. We were so excited at the thought of a quick getaway where we could just relax in our own private, in-room jetted tub. A few minutes into our drive to the hotel, the nightmare began. We received a call from the owner demanding payment. I thought this was odd since the website stated payment was due upon arrival, but since we were already on our way, I paid over the phone. A few minutes after that, while still driving, my husband received a text message giving us the access code to a different room: "Palm North." The room they forced us into was $30 cheaper and did not have a jetted tub. Figuring it was a simple mistake, we called the owner. He informed us that they switched our room because the water heater for the Palm South room was broken. When we explained that we only booked that specific room for the in-room jetted tub, he told us we could still stay in it, but the water would be cold! He did not offer any compensation or a discount for the forced downgrade. When I asked him to please just reverse the charges since the advertised room was unavailable, the owner flatly refused. He claimed he had offered us two different rooms--neglecting to mention that one was cheaper and the other was broken! Since we were almost there, we decided to drive to the property to speak with someone in person. When we arrived, the property was completely deserted. The owner refused to answer his phone, leaving us with no choice but to call the local police for assistance in resolving the theft. Even the police could not reach him. He had gotten exactly what he wanted: our money for a room that wasn't functional or as advertised. We ultimately left and had to book a room elsewhere with working hot water and a much nicer owner. We are now relying on our bank to dispute and reverse the fraudulent charges. What started as a beautiful dream turned into an absolute nightmare. I learned a very hard lesson and will never book directly through a website with a small property like this again. Avoid this place at all costs. **Edited to add that I filed a report to yhe BBB and a secondary complaint with the Florida Attorney General (the Department of Legal Affairs). I saw that this had happened to many other people and its NOT RIGHT!!

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    44 Spanish Street Inn, St. Augustine, Florida (2019)

    44 Spanish Street Inn - Breakfast made by the staff there. It was a breakfast casserole, sausage and some awesome hash browns that were cheesy.

    Breakfast made by the staff there. It was a breakfast casserole, sausage and some awesome hash browns that were cheesy.

    44 Spanish Street Inn - September 2007

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    September 2007

    Bayfront Marin House - A romantic king-sized poster bed in our downtown bed and breakfast.

    Bayfront Marin House

    4.3(110 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$$

    This was our first time staying at the Bayfront Marin. There is a lot of history about this…read moreproperty. Very nice and great location, easy to walk around downtown to see all the sights of St. Augustine. The room was spacious, smaller bathroom but not too small. The bed, pillows and blankets need to be updated as the bed was not comfortable. Check in was great and all automated if you accept access via text communication. Breakfast was nice, delivered to our room. It was freshly made and very tasty. There is seating on the balcony outside of the room that was very comfortable. Staying here feels very home like and relaxing.

    We recently stayed at one of the rental homes managed by Bayfront Marin House. The experience was…read moreperfect from start to finish. We were treated with such care and felt so welcome. The directions and instructions for check in were a breeze and the home was lovely, clean and very comfortable. The B&B invited us to events they had on site for guests and were available for any question we had about the stay. Breakfast was excellent and a terrific start to the day. The B&B and rental homes are located close to the historical sites and shops of St. Augustine and within a very short walk. We are already taking about coming back next year! It was that great!

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    Bayfront Marin House - Serene guest room with a chilled bottle of champagne and signature flutes.

    Serene guest room with a chilled bottle of champagne and signature flutes.

    Bayfront Marin House - Luxurious bed with ornate wooden bedposts in the Jose Simeon room

    Luxurious bed with ornate wooden bedposts in the Jose Simeon room

    Bayfront Marin House - Our second floor guest room with a king-sized bed and covered porch area.

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    Our second floor guest room with a king-sized bed and covered porch area.

    Old City House Inn & Restaurant

    Old City House Inn & Restaurant

    4.1(220 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$$

    This review is for the restaurant only. We did not stay at the inn…read more We had a fabulous dinner here. Service was great. The food was delicious, she had the salmon plate and I had the pork shank. The portions are generous and meal was very tasty. The side salad was a little light but everything else was great. We enjoyed a glass of Malbec with dinner. The patio was very comfortable on a warm April evening. We were celebrating my wife's birthday and they brought out a complimentary chocolate cake to honor it. A very nice touch. Will definitely go back!

    12.20.25 We had a…read morereservation for nine at 8:30 p.m. on a Saturday. Our server was personable and even mentioned that our liveliness and humor made her shift more enjoyable. I ordered the short braised ribs with mashed potatoes and asparagus. My entrée was just okay. The ribs were on the dry side. However, everyone else in my family really enjoyed their meals. My husband loved his pork chop, and the rest of my family raved about their crab bisque and entrées. Service did slow down once our food arrived. My husband wanted to order additional beverages, but it took quite a while for our server to return. The ambiance, though, was lovely. The patio, strung with lights, added a festive, holiday charm to the evening.

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    Old City House Inn & Restaurant - Eggs Benedict

    Eggs Benedict

    Old City House Inn & Restaurant - English breakfast.

    English breakfast.

    Old City House Inn & Restaurant - House salad. You can also see herb-infused olive oil, sweet balsamic & roasted garlic in the background (to go with bread).

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    House salad. You can also see herb-infused olive oil, sweet balsamic & roasted garlic in the background (to go with bread).

    St. Francis Inn - bedbreakfast - Updated August 2026

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