The gentleman in the food truck was so nice and answered any questions that we had!…read moreI enjoyed the fresh catch St Augustine Tacos; the fish was cooked perfectly, and the rosemary fries were incredible! We also had the Datil Philly which was the perfect amount of zest and flavor. We will absolutely be back!

The food was amazing!! I had the shrimp and my husband had tacos with jerk chicken. We both had the…read morerosemary garlic fries (which had whole cloves of garlic that had been fried with the fries! Amazing!). Everything was delicious. The fries were fresh cut. The food options were great! We will definitely be back when we are in the area.

Just finished lunch. I went with the two-meat platter: ribs and pork with potato salad and coleslaw…read moreon the side. Both meats were moist and the ribs were especially good. The only downside was the pork portion had quite a bit of fat. My wife also ordered the two-meat platter with turkey and beef along with baked beans and yellow rice. We always share our meals, so I got to try both meats. The turkey was nicely cooked and flavorful, but the beef was a bit tough, less tender and juicy than we were expecting. 3.5 / 5

My group of 5 enjoyed the picnic lunch. All the sides were a hit. I especially liked the beans and…read moremy mom liked the southern potato salad (with mustard). We arrived, ordered, and left quickly. The drive home was short so I feel like the BBQ should have been warmer.

A little gem found in Lincolnville with St. Augustine. Wow I had a breakfast burrito the size of a…read morefootball and filled with everything imaginable.

First time at The Blue Hen on West King St. it's larger and more parking, but still Ol' Florida…read more It's rusty, and charming and is privately owned. Once we got a spot in the parking lot, we were told a 20 minute wait. It was Sunday Morning about Noon. It wound up to be a 10 minute wait. Our waitress got the drink orders. The menu is interesting, and we're pleased with our choices. The Corn Beef Hash had chunks, rather than ground hash, while very good, he preferred the latter. The Datil Burger was excellent. I asked for the sauce on the side. Without asking we got refills on the coffee. If there is a long wait, I saw a few interesting shops to browse in. We will definitely return.

Everything here is awesomely good. Highly recommend! Very good chicken plate. Staff is friendly.read more

The avocado breakfast sandwich was delicious. It is really a BLT with avocado and egg on it. It hit…read moreall the right notes with the multigrain toast. It came with a side of fresh fruit which was very fresh. Finished with the cannoli bread pudding which was insanely good. Service was great and manager checked in to see how our meals were. Ambiance is a typical diner in a strip mall. There are lots of menu choices and there are always specials.

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.

Big Mary was the first ever food truck I tried at my apartment complex, and holy cow, they served…read moreup some of the absolute best smoked ribs I have ever had in my life! The meat was incredibly tender, perfectly seasoned, and had that deep, authentic smoky flavor that you can only get from a true master of the smoker. Beyond the amazing food, the service is always lightning-fast, and the team running it is super friendly and welcoming. They are just a great company all around that genuinely cares about their food and their customers. I look forward to them coming back every single time, and I highly recommend keeping an eye out for them--you will not be disappointed!

Got the chicken,sausage Mac n cheese and baked beans.. chicken tasted burnt instead of bbq'd. baked…read morebeans was delicious. Mac n cheese was ok. Sausage was alright. It's a no for me.

It was hard to choose among Verdell's meats and sides, but I'm so happy I chose the shrimp and…read morefried okra snack box. The shrimp were especially good, large and fried perfectly. Service was fast and super friendly. I visited the food truck on the St. Johns River State College Saint Augustine campus. Crossing fingers the next time they come back, they have their banana pudding.

From the owner: Verdell’s Total Package specializes in flavorful, made-with-love catering for weddings, repasts,…read morebirthdays, family gatherings, corporate events and special celebrations. We offer much more than food—we provide full-service catering, buffet setup, on-site frying, serving and cleanup options. From our signature Award-Winning Banana Pudding to delicious Southern-style favorites, every menu is prepared with quality, flavor and presentation in mind. We bring the Total Package to every event—professional service, great food and an experience your guests will remember. Tap Tap Tap In!

The beachside designs from the outside looks cool, gets the customers in with much curiosity as…read morethis used to be a mechanic/gas station from the 1940's which also serves food to the customers and their staff. The lady combo burger was alright, could have been a bit more sauce, as it was a bit dry honestly. The Bison burger was very good, had a good juice to it. The fries were done just right and were crispy enough. We appreciate the car memorabilia here as you rarely see these automotive ads and parts anymore and a car enthusiast would definitely appreciate what they have here over the years.

I was at the beach for a couple of hours this morning and wanted to get some lunch afterwards. I…read morehad driven past this place many times in the past and the outside looked really bright and fun so I decided to give it a try. The outdoor painting said it was one of top 25 places in the country for burgers so I felt like I had to try a burger. The menu has about ten different burgers to choose from, as well as other sandwiches , salads, and even about ten breakfast items. All of the names of the items have a car reference since the restaurant was previously a filling station. The decor also has a car ambiance. I chose the mustang burger. It had American cheese, bacon, bbq sauce and an onion ring on it. It was very tasty. Side options were fries, coleslaw, sweet potato fries or onion rings. I went with the onion rings. Portions on the burgers and the sides were very good.

Wandering through the farmers market in search of a decent lunch, I was drawn in by a sign…read moreadvertising an $8 jerk chicken sandwich. At the register, however, the price somehow became $14... A classic food truck bait and switch..though I kept my composure and hoped the food might still justify the cost. After about ten minutes, my order arrived. The disappointment was immediate. The sandwich was remarkably small, barely larger than a sauce cup, and the bread was dry. The so called jerk chicken bore little resemblance to the real thing, and what little protein there was proved equally dry and underwhelming. The dominant flavor came from a generic tomato based sauce, rather than any authentic seasoning. Two bites were enough. The fries offered no redemption: overcooked, greasy, and completely lacking in seasoning. All told, it was one of the most disappointing meals I've had in quite some time.

Words cannot express how delicious their vegetable sambusas are! And that bright orange sauce it…read morecomes with was so good we bought a bottle of it, and then ordered more samosas to go for later. I just ate one for breakfast! Highly highly recommend if you see them out and about at the farmers market at the Amp. We will certainly be on the lookout because now I want to try the chicken curry next. Yum! Super nice people too.