Such a cool experience! A TRUE speakeasy--the entrance was definitely not what I expected! We were…read moreclearly looking a little lost when a bystander asked, "Are you looking for the speakeasy?" Thankfully, they pointed us toward the barbershop entrance. Definitely appreciated that! Once inside, I loved the entire speakeasy vibe. The bartender was so sweet and took the time to thoroughly explain the drinks. One even came with an awesome fire presentation! Great atmosphere, great drinks, and such a fun experience. I would absolutely return!

Stopped into Volstead Speakeasy on a Wednesday night as a walk-in and had no trouble grabbing a…read moreseat at the bar. The aesthetic is unique with a relaxed atmosphere. I'll let the photos from other reviews do the talking, but if you enjoy a good backstory, ask about the history of the space. My mission for the night was simple: end the evening with a great gin cocktail. I started with the Donna Bella from the menu. It was well made, but I thought the bitters were a little too forward for my taste. Next, I asked for an off-menu modification: a Water Lily for Teresa, but made with Roku Gin. It was a strong contender--aromatic, balanced, and beautifully floral. If you're a fan of a French 75, this is a fun cocktail to explore. It's less citrus-forward and leans into a floral profile with a character that's hard to compare to anything else. For the final round, I went with bartender's choice. Mick asked a few questions about my flavor preferences and absolutely nailed it. They crafted a cocktail with Roku gin, snap pea cordial, aloe liqueur, egg white, lemon simple, mint, and citrus that was easily the highlight of the night. Fresh, layered, and memorable, it's a drink that deserves a permanent spot on the menu....Mission accomplished. If you're willing to wander beyond the barbershop business front and you consider yourself a spirit explorer, Volstead is well worth the visit. Go for a round...or two. If you're local, this could easily become your staple spot. For what it is, strong craft cocktail bar option. Bartenders choice is the way to go.

What a shock! I didn't know what I was getting myself into…read moreas a nestled myself to this door that I definitely wasn't sure I was allowed to go in! Only to find the most vibe forward loungey club I'd experienced before. It was a late Saturday night and I walked in without any idea where I was going, but I was pleased and shocked! The vibe was there and the noise was loud but I was still able to talk. Lots of people chatting in groups and a dj! The drinks were delicious but also was awesome it was connected to grape and grain! So it was a double win! Check this place out for sure

Hubby and I were out and about on Friday night. We stopped in for some live music at The Parlour…read more We ordered some cocktails and enjoyed the show. I had a Don Johnson and he had an Old Fashioned. We got super lucky with seats right in front of the stage. The musicians were very talented! The vibe was chill and laidback. We will for sure be back!

This is such a fun little hidden spot to get a delicious tiki drink. I love that the entrance is…read morehidden away, it really gives the oasis vibe. This is a reservation only place, so be sure to plan ahead. The drinks are delicious and unique. It's a great place for an adventurous drinker looking to try new things. But they also have classics that everyone can enjoy.

They have outstanding drinks, really fun and friendly service, and amazing decor. What an amazing…read morespot! The Pandang was one of the best drinks I've ever had. The pizza that you can order from next door is delicious, and it comes out pretty quickly. Even the wallpaper is amazing. I wish we had a place like this back home, but I will definitely be coming here whenever I come to town.

First time in this place! My husband saw the ad about Bombargo coming to this place and bought…read moretickets. Is an intimate place with seats and a bar. I really enjoyed, just be aware the music is loud. Definitely I'll be checking it out their calendar for other events. Service at the bar was good.

I went here for the first time to see a comedy show, and really liked it. The seating is set up so…read moreevery seat has a pretty good view. The decor overall is very cool and detailed, even in the bathrooms! They serve beer and wine, and also have THC drinks. The service was fast, and I liked that you could order from your table. It's a really neat little spot to go see a show!

the best Cuban sandwich!! Great service and ambiance difference but super nice. happy hour is…read morefantastic

We had a reservation for Friday night and had dinner inside the speakeasy. The ambiance was…read moreperfect. It was quiet with only a few other tables occupied, so it felt intimate and relaxed. Even getting inside was part of the fun since you enter through a hidden bookcase. One of my favorite parts was the drinks. There isn't a cocktail menu in the speakeasy. Instead, the mixologist comes over, asks you a few questions about what you like and don't like, and then makes something specifically for you. We had four drinks between us and every one was completely different. It actually became a little game trying to guess what was in each drink before they told us. The food was great too. They brought out pork rinds to start and those were AMAZING. For tapas we ordered the tequeños, tuna tostada, wings, and Media Noches Bites. Calling the Media Noches "bites" is almost funny because they were HUGE! We definitely ordered more food than we needed and couldn't even finish everything, but we enjoyed all of it. Between the hidden entrance, quiet atmosphere, food, and having drinks made specifically around our tastes, this ended up being one of our favorite experiences in St. Augustine. It wasn't just going somewhere for dinner and drinks. The whole experience was fun from beginning to end and I'd absolutely do it again.

this bar was really neat, i enjoyed the ring toss i thought that was fun. drinks were good, service…read morewas good. it was a fun time

Solid bar, bartenders, ambiance, space outback, local photo op spot & my favorite, Mario kart!!read more

LOVED this spot…read more Market in the front with a lounge/cafe/taproom in the back + courtyard. Coffee offerings were unique and delicious. We got the Juicy Lucy + Cherry Cola Nitro + Rosemary Limeade. All of them were 10/10. My favorite was the Juicy Lucy! The barista working was so helpful and pleasant. Honestly such a refreshing experience. We came back twice, the second time they had someone DJing and it was fun for all of us to just hang! Was such a fun spot. There is a vintage shop as well that I got a cute pair of sunglasses, a pin and sticker at! Highly recommend!

I have stopped by here several times and it's always so fun. I like to bring friends to show them…read moreall the unique finds and local goodies this place offers. They have songbird pies which are a fav of mine from the St Augustine Farmers market. There's a thrift store in the back, a small food market, even handmade jewelry, local textiles and gifts. Overall just a fun spot + friendly folks to chat with.

Best bartenders in the city. Excellent service and knowledgeable. Bartenders Tommy and Kenneth were…read moreextremely hospitable and polite! The cocktails were smooth and strong. Music was also a vibe. Holidays here are pretty cool they deck this place out during Xmas.

F bomb this place went in with my family We were not…read morewelcome. We sat at the bar wait all of the bartenders clearly each one be hanging out with a customer/ best friend on the clock because that where they been the whole time. Ambiance looks friendly clearly not you have to be friend with the bartenders or a regular to get some damn service. By the time I full got someone attention I was over it don't get a drink food nothing. We Walked out and went to Tavern so much better

Take a picture by the big bear, indulge in whatever their limited time drinks are- they're super…read morecreative and delicious. The campfire espresso martini had a toasted marshmallow! Talk about aroma and taste! Red-dark lights and speakeasy vibes are well balanced with an attentive bar staff and DJ. The bathrooms aren't bad.

We stopped by with a couple of friends for drinks right after they opened around 5 PM. It was quite…read morea contrast to walk from the bright afternoon sun into such a dimly lit space--the interior was so dark that our friend actually had to use their phone light to read the menu! My wife and I ordered at the bar and received quick service. Since it was early, the vibe was quiet, with only a movie playing on the screen. We only stayed for about 30 minutes, but it was a pleasant, chill atmosphere. It was quite a shock to step back outside and be blinded by the sun afterward. Overall, a cool spot with a great vibe for a quick drink.

Is 5 Stars the highest I can rate them? This was hands down one of the best meals I have enjoyed in…read moresome time. We arrived early and got in fairly quickly. Long waits are common for this spot. The interior is the old Ice Plant so it has great character. Not super large so limited dining spots within. Very high ceilings and though there were plenty of diners, it was overly loud. Great spot to enjoy the company you are with! Our server was top notch, knowledgeable, helpful, friendly but not trying to monopolize our table talk. We started with Cocktails which were all great. I went classic Old Fashioned, presentation AND taste were on point. We split the Crab Beignets order of 4. The breading on them was light and fluffy, the Crab tasty and they were cooked appropriately, no burns or underdone spots. For our main course, we elected to split 2 of the specials of the day so they may not be there when you go, but judging by the quality of the specials, any dish would be great. We had the Caesar Salad (which is like calling the Queen Mary2 a "boat"!). It is next level, 7 minute eggs, homemade croutons, Anchovie forward, all good! We also split an order of Shrimp Cake Sliders. These were huge, and the slaw that accompanied was the perfect match to the shrimp without overwhelming them. For dessert we settled on the Pineapple cake which also had coconut and all kinds of wonderful flavors going on! A really outstanding meal from beginning to end!

My spouse and I were in Florida visiting family and had a night to ourselves so we decided to check…read moreout The Ice Plant with the promise of a connected distillery tour. The Ice Plant location was historically St. Augustine's first power and ice complex. Now the building has been revitalized and has The Ice Plant and The St. Augustine Distillery. The St. Augustine Distillery is connected to The Ice Plant and is a great tour to check out right before heading to grab food at the restaurant. There are a variety of guided and self-guided tours. My spouse and I checked out the self-guided tour right before we grabbed dinner at The Ice Plant. The tour isn't particularly long but was filled with information. After the tour, we headed upstairs to the restaurant. The restaurant feels really spacious with its super tall ceilings. There was lots to look at reminding us of the previous use of the building. We ordered the hand cut fries, strawberry and beet salad, and the gochujang marinated pork chop. I also ordered a few of their drinks, each one featuring different types of ice to fit the drink. Honestly all the food and the drinks were so good, but the easy standout of the night for both my spouse and I were the pork chops. These might have been the best pork chops I've ever had in my life. The pork chops were incredibly tender and juicy, not dry at all. I was expecting it to be a little dry, as I feel like pork chop can sometimes get overcooked, but no. These were so juicy and tender. I asked our server how the pork chop was cooked. Our server said that the pork chops were cooked sous vide, which makes a lot of sense as to how they were so tender. I've already told my spouse if we are in the St. Augustine area again, I would make a special trip just to get these pork chops again, they were that good. I really enjoyed this restaurant. This was my favorite spot we checked out in the St. Augustine area, if you are ever passing by the area, check The Ice Plant out!