Great ambiance and friendly staff! We sat outdoors and enjoyed the water view while we dined. All four of us absolutely loved our meals. There were crab cakes, pasta, oyster deviled eggs, lobster bisque, and grilled shrimp. The sides were just as good! Our server was friendly, professional and checked on us often. All four of us can't wait to return and try their many options and delectable sounding meals! read more

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Great food. Great service. Steamed oyster special was great. Large oysters perfectly prepared. I wish I would ordered more. . read more

The Boathouse St. Augustine 160 Nix Boat Yard Rd, St. Augustine, FL 32084 Perched along the intracoastal waterway, The Boathouse St. Augustine captures everything you want from a true Florida waterfront dining experience--fresh flavors, relaxed elegance, and views that linger long after the meal is over. With marsh grasses swaying, boats gliding by, and sunsets painting the sky in soft golds and pinks, this is the kind of place where time naturally slows down. The menu strikes a beautiful balance between coastal classics and creative flair. Fresh seafood is the star, whether it's expertly prepared crab cakes, pristine raw bar selections, or thoughtfully crafted sushi that rivals many dedicated sushi spots. Each dish arrives vibrant, fresh, and full of flavor, clearly made with care rather than shortcuts. Vegetarian options are equally well-considered, ensuring there's something satisfying for every palate. Weekend brunch adds another layer of appeal, making it a destination from morning to night. The expansive outdoor deck--with its inviting fire pit--sets the tone for easygoing sophistication, while live music and a well-stocked full bar keep the atmosphere lively without ever feeling overwhelming. Service is polished yet warm, attentive without hovering, and genuinely welcoming--exactly what you hope for in a place that sees both locals and visitors alike. With ample parking, excellent food, and consistently great service, The Boathouse isn't just a meal--it's an experience. Whether you're stopping in for sunset cocktails, a seafood-forward dinner, or a laid-back brunch by the water, this St. Augustine gem delivers every time. read more

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Everything is made fresh and ready to order always and i love sweet and kind staff i appreciate it so much it is very clean and organized thank you for the opportunity you're amazing and-fast service absolutely amazing customer service always clean after every customer service they deserve raises thank you for your devotion to the community Hugs Lauren read more

Great food. Great service and a great view of the water. The things we tried that were amazing - hush puppies with jam (onion forward hush puppy), Brussel sprouts (spicy) with goat cheese, caramelized bacon and onions and sausage, spring rolls, and lobster bisque. Things that were ok- lobster roll, salad with salmon. Would for sure return read more

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Poor experience today unfortunately. Had a reservation for 12pm brunch for a birthday for a group of 14, table wasn't ready until 12:30, that's ok. Service was a bit slow once we sat, several people ordered the bottomless mimosa/Bloody Mary option and were waiting around with empty glasses for a while before we saw our server again. Entrees took one and a half hours to come out and when they did, they were kinda disappointing. Cold potatoes and eggs, bacon with a thick layer of lard on it (we thought it was frosting). Management comped the meal after we made it known we were unhappy, which we appreciated, but everyone had to go get food elsewhere after we left, so it was basically just a waste of 2 and half hours. read more

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Best Food, sushi and cocktails around!! Love it here and definitely recommend The staff always makes u feel so welcomed it's always our go to favorite place read more

Had a wonderful dinner at the Boathouse. Sat outside and started with the Sangrias and the chargrilled oysters. Although there was a few small shell pieces in the oysters they were very good. We then had the gator tails, very tender and good. The special of the day was 20 shrimp and a side. We ordered them blackened with the asparagus and split it. Plenty of food. We also ordered the hush puppies with jam. Great as a dessert. Makayla was our sever and was outstanding. The manager checked on us at least twice. Loved our experience! read more

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We ate outside on their patio which had a firepit, strung lights and great vibes. I got the lobster roll which was good quality but I feel like the lobster itself was cold and not hot. The Salmon wonton taco surprised me on how much I liked it. One thing that was disappointing was we got bloody marys and mimosas, but were not told they were bottomless till we got our check. I feel like they should've told us this when we sat down/received our first drink. If I were in St. Augustine again I would come back since the food was good and the patio was cute. I would recommend coming here for a nice brunch! read more

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The deck is very nice but it started raining so we moved inside. Service was decent, the gin cocktail was very good. We ordered the calamari appetizer and it was dismal. So oversalted and contained 80% banana pepper 20% calamari. Almost inedible. We got the seafood boil and a shrimp & grits. The boil was delicious and I think it could feed 3. The shrimp and grits was too salty and too cheesy. I'm my opinion, onions and peppers detract from the dish. Overall would not recommend. read more

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I will return. Nice ol Mac next to the with ample outdoor seating. Ordered a Po-Boy that was OK. Frankly, the bread it came in was, I would say, 1 day stale and tomatoes should only be served thin and not overly meaty. The conch fritter appetizer was the best I've ever tasted. The key-lime pie at the end was very good and not a store bought version. Overall, the Boathouse delivered as a seafood place with a broad selection. read more

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I was on a vacation/business trip. Looking for places to take clients and customers too as well as enjoy a good meal with my family that came along on this trip. I like to go to local restaurants to give back to the community business. I was told the Boat House would be great. We arrived at 845pm and were seated outside. 1st problem it was dark on the deck and there was no lighting to even see the menu. We had to use our cell phones to see what to order. We ordered drinks and a couple of appetizers. They came out in 10 mins. We then put our main order in. very simple fish and shrimp times four. 2nd problem the waitress kept trying to sells us more drinks but I wanted food first before I drink to much. A few things happened that should have been warning signs. The live music ended and where gone at 930pm. The wait staff seemed more interested in the dogs that customers brought in and the cat(Oyster is his name and he will eat some of your dinner s what I was told) walking on the tables looking for food. To some this would be fun to a family just wanting a peaceful meal away from pets it was not. 3rd and final problem was the food never arrived after waiting an hour after ordering. The waitress stated the kitchen was slammed. With what? There was only other table sitting on the deck. All the others, 3 total had checks for there food and have been sitting talking for a while. We had enough and instead of just walking out we were going to pay for our drinks and appetizers. I stopped at the front desk and told the person what had happen and we where leaving to go to another restaurant. The manager I assumed stepped in and ask us to stay he was going to take care of the meal. It's now 1010pm. I have a hungry 16yr and 19 yr old from college that want to eat. The wife is not happy either that we waited that long. I refused and try to pay for what we did have. They would not take the payment on the 3rd try to pay I said forget and we left. We ended up going to a national food restaurant had everything from drinks to dinner in 23 mins and this was in a packed restaurant. Unfortunately I will not be back. If this where my clients with me, I would be embarrassed for bringing them here. No excuses for not taking care of the final customers of the night. Get some table lighting so the customer can at least see the menu. Enough with the animals, if I want to eat dinner wit the cats and dogs I would ask for it but its rude to those customers that don't want that during there dinner. read more

Great location with numerous seating options. We sat outside and although warm it was very pleasant. Great views and an old time Florida feel. Food was fantastic. We only had drinks and appetizers but it was good and filling. This is a regular spot from now on. read more

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The Boathouse is a great spot for an evening dinner after going to the beach! My family used to go to Creekside a while ago, so when we looked it up and saw that there was a new restaurant here called The Boathouse we wanted to try it. We have always loved the back deck overlooking the marsh, it's a perfect view for the sunset. They have live music on Saturday nights I believe but we were there on a Thursday. The restaurant was a little hot inside but as the sun went down it got better. Our server was nice and patient with us since we had such a large party. I got the grouper sandwich and it was solid, the fish was great and tasted fresh but the bun got soggy very quickly. Overall, we enjoyed the Boathouse and will likely be back! read more

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Came in and the older gentleman at the front was very nice. Sat at the bar our bartender was Andrew and he was very nice as well! I ordered the lobster roll and the jumbo crab cake platter both 10/10. Good drinks too read more

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The parking is great, huge lot and it sits on the water. Arriving on a foggy evening no one was outside but they had a nice fire going on the patio. We had to wait a bit for a table so we headed to the bar. It had a dead vibe and the bartender seemed off. Weird stuff floating in my draft beer. When we received our table we ordered Brussel sprouts for the appetizer. They were precooked and reheated. Old, dark black and greasy. The beet salad came warm. Meaning the lettuce was warm. The stuffed grouper was lukewarm with a cold crab cake stuffed in the middle. The lobster bisque was over microwaved and too hot. Nothing was exceptional or innovative. I can't believe the good reviews. It was more like the Red Lobster of the historic district. Completely forgettable and unenjoyable. I don't recommend. The waitress was fine but detached as well. Odd experience. read more

We had planned to come here for dinner but I'm glad we ended up here for late lunch. It was quiet and peaceful with a great view of the water. Our server was sooo nice and very attentive. The food was very fresh and tasty. We started with the spring rolls, portion was big. We probably only needed to get one portion but we got two! Then I got the blue fin tuna poke bowl. It was very tasty. Other diners got sushi, Cobb salad and chicken sandwich. Everyone was more than satisfied with their meal both in taste and portion size. I would definitely come back at sunset for happy hour and dinner to watch the sunset. read more

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So lucky to dine here during trivia night. Our dining companion was a friendly feline who likes oysters as well. Staff is super friendly and knowledgeable. The fresh oysters were on point! Grouper and mahi was ok and the brocollini was too charred for my liking. Trivia was fun but couldn't stay for the whole time as it was long read more

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We went for dinner before going on a ghost tour, and the service really stood out. I started my dinner with the Shark Bite cocktail which was both Tasty and delicious! The table got hush puppies and the Brussels sprouts appetizers. I loved the hush puppies with the added onion flavor and jam, and the girls really liked the Brussels sprouts. I got the Crab Cakes for dinner with a edamame soucoutash and they were both so good! The soucoutash had corn and bacon in it and I could have had a whole bowl of it! The crab cakes were amazing and the sauce was really flavorful. We ran into some tight scheduling and our waitress and the management team really went to work to ensure we would get our food in time. read more

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Food was phenomenal!!! Service was great!! We were seated when we entered the restaurant. Our waitress was friendly, professional and helpful in deciding our meal. Our table view the intercostal waterway. Would highly recommend this restaurant! read more

Outstanding food! Great Service! I had Grouper and Scallops - they were prepared perfectly.

It is a beautiful environment. Right on the water. Portions are big and food is delicious. And $12.99 for bottomless mimosas.... Can't beat that. read more

Food was good service was friendly and attentive despite the full house. Off the beaten path but not too far. read more

The menu is nice and the food is good, but I wish the weekend brunch had more seafood options. The service is a bit slow, but expected during peak times. My only complaint was the indoor noise level was a bit loud. read more

AMAZING service! Julie and A.j. @ the bar were on it!! Very busy bar - yet no one waited for anything. Great food, drinks and atmosphere. Will be back soon!! Thabks AJ and Julie!!! read more

At the Boat House in St. Augustine so fine, On Nix Boat Yard Road, where the waters align, Rebecca R served with a smile oh so bright, Helpful and friendly, she made everything right! From shrimp specials on Tuesdays, a deal that's divine, Fresh, flavorful bites that dance on your tongue like sunshine. Whimsical waves of delight in each plate, This spot's a treasure--don't hesitate! Five stars for the vibes, the food, and the crew, Boat House, you're boating our hearts straight to you! read more

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We decided to go here for my grandmother's birthday. It was absolutely wonderful from the service to the food to the dessert. We enjoyed so many delicious appetizers, entrées, and the unforgettable bread pudding. We started off with brussels sprouts the grouper bites and the fish dip. All were delicious. This is a great place to have a happy hour with the outdoor bar or sit outside for a nice family dinner or date night. I cannot wait to go back to try all the delicious food. I will tell you you cannot leave this restaurant without getting the bread pudding. read more

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It was good but the drinks are only half price at the bar and you cannot get to the bar because the locals are waiting outside to run in and get a seat. Oyster for .60 were amazing but the regular price of drinks is rather high. read more

Did a quick run to Home Depot and stumbled upon this place. Told hubby about it and we took the whole family on a random weekday. Lo and behold... It's oyster day, the price was great!! The food was very very good. The oysters were yum! We had the seafood boil, the whole fried snapper, and hush puppies. The plantains were delish! The ambience was very lovely sitting outside. There's an area for the kids to play too which is an added bonus! The only downside was lots of mosquito bites after we left. Oh well, what can you do.. was still worth it All in all, if you're in the mood for seafood food and you like oysters, I would recommend coming here. We will be coming back! read more

Love this place! Rachel is my favorite server! She's attentive and kind I'll definitely keep coming back! We have done 2 birthdays here and they handle larger parties with ease! The drinks are yummy and food is always delicious! read more

We had a very nice time here! We sat at the bar during happy hour. Food and drinks were excellent. Service was fine. The male bartender could have been more attentive. Good atmosphere ! Will go back for sure read more

We went for dinner with a group. I had a half dozen very fresh oysters. My partner and I split the low country boil. It was very tasty. We bought some home and it was still good the next day. Everyone at our table enjoyed what they had. We stayed for a couple of hours and enjoyed some good music. The patio was enjoyable. Our server wasn't as attentive as we would like but it was an enjoyable evening. read more

The Boathouse - Seafood Near Me - St Augustine, Florida

Great place! The shrimp special on Tuesdays drove us there and we sat at the bar. Our bartender was excellent, not just with us newbies, but with all.the other patrons as well as there were questions about the specialty drinks by several people. The sushi and grouper bites on the happy hour menu were both great. My sangria could have used some fruit (1 thick orange slice) or sweetness but that could just be my tastebuds. My husband ordered the shrimp and due to the special he had each preparation. The shrimp were cooked perfectly each time. I enjoyed more sushi. It was too cold to sit outside, but we enjoyed the tropical vibe indoors. We will be back. read more

Food was fantastic! I got the stuffed grouper. Perfection! Service was fantastic and the ambiance was amazing! We ate outside! I can't wait to go back! read more

The host was very accommodating during the bad weather. Our bartender, Julie, was very attentive and provided great service. The food came out quick and was delicious and reasonably priced. Loved the ambiance, would come back again! read more

Service and the food is well worth it and to bring your family together for any occasion

I recently visited the Boathouse for dinner. The noise level was "high" from children screaming and it appeared that voices amplified through the room. The food during this visit was not tasty; the fish was dry (Mahi-Mahi). The best thing on the place was fried rice (go figure).This was my second visit but this will probably be my last. I'm not sure if the menu selection was changed but whatever was done it was not for the betterment of the overall visit. Lastly, the server was efficient and the restaurant was clean. Addendum: I truly enjoyed the first visit ; that's why i returned. The food was great and the serving size was more than ample. read more

From the moment we walked into the restaurant it was all friendly, very clean, and the food was awesome! They took very good care of me and my party. read more

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The service was good from Xena but the restaurant itself did not seem that clean and the seafood was just OK. The lobster bisque was the best thing we had. We tried conch fritters and crab legs. I did not want to try any other "fresh" or ras after hearing comments from another table. It also did not seem to be the most welcoming place for a diverse family. We won't try again. read more

We had previously been to the Ponte Vedra Boathouse restaurant several times and always had a great experience so we figured we would try this location today. It was a bad decision. We arrived 15 minutes early for a 1 o'clock reservation. We were told we would have to wait for a table closer to our reservation. Not thrilled but no big deal. We were seated at 1. Mikayla, our server, then took our orders. It then took one hour to get our food. When it finally came out, the order was wrong. One member of our party had ordered lobster bisque as well as mussels. However, there were no mussels. When we told her, she said the kitchen failed to see them on the slip. She said they would rush them through. A half hour later, still no mussels. At that point, we canceled the mussels and had them removed from the check. Needless to say, service was bad. At the same time, three or four hostesses, as well as the manager, spent most of their time standing at the hostess stand. In the future, we will probably not return to this location. read more

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