The Ultimate Foodie Bucket List

From fresh seafood to iconic local flavors, St. Augustine is packed with unforgettable eats. Whether you’re craving classic southern dishes, international flavors, or one-of-a-kind local treats, this list covers 50 must-try foods that will make your visit deliciously memorable.

Seafood Specialties

1. Fish & Chips Burrito at St. Augustine Seafood Company – Crispy fried fish, golden fries, and tangy slaw wrapped in a warm tortilla, drizzled with house-made John-John sauce.

2. Datil Pepper Shrimp at Catch 27 – A spicy local twist on a seafood classic, this shrimp cocktail appetizer features Old Bay seasoning, datil pepper cocktail sauce, and remoulade sauce.

3. Black Fin Sea Bass at Harry’s Seafood Bar & Grille – Blackened and served over white rice with an Asian-inspired sauce piquant, sautéed shrimp, crumbled bacon, grape tomatoes, and fresh basil.

4. Southern Style Shrimp and Grits at Kingfish Grill - Fried shrimp over cheese grits with smokehouse bacon and scallions.

5. Lobster Tail at The Raintree Restaurant - Cold water tail, pan-seared and served with drawn butter.

6. Chatty’s Homemade Blue Crab Cakes at O.C. White’s – Fresh blue crab mixed with sautéed peppers and onions, and seasonings, paired with Cajun aioli.

7. Fish & Chips at Meehan’s Irish Pub & Seafood House – Guinness Blonde-battered fish served with hand-cut chips.

8. Seafood Paella at Columbia Restaurant – A Spanish classic, “a la Valencia,” is prepared in a traditional paella pan, and features clams, mussels, shrimp, scallops, calamari, chicken, and pork.

9. Atlantic Swordfish at Michael’s St. Augustine – Served with crispy capers for a briny crunch, tender broccolini, and a bright citrus gremolata that adds a refreshing, zesty finish.

10. Oyster Rockefeller at Caps on the Water – A rich and savory seafood indulgence.

11. ​​Low Country Boil at Aunt Kate’s – A hearty favorite loaded with shrimp, clams, mussels, crawfish, snow crab legs, corn, potatoes, kielbasa, and onion.

12. Grilled Garlic Parm Oysters at Salt Life Food Shack – Fresh, chargrilled oysters bathed in garlic butter sauce and topped with melted Parmesan cheese.

13. Oysters Crabafella at Crabby’s Beachside – A dozen gulf oysters topped with crab and spinach dip, bacon, and hollandaise sauce, then baked.

14. Grilled Salmon BLT at St. Augustine Fish Camp – Grilled salmon with crispy bacon, lettuce, and tomato, topped with pickled zucchini and house-made Fish Camp tartar sauce.

 Local & Unique Flavors

15. Jalapeño Popper Burger at GAS Full Service – Featured on the Food Network, this half-pound burger is stuffed with cream cheese, fresh jalapeños, and cheddar, then grilled to medium, panko-breaded, and deep-fried for the ultimate crispy bite.

16. Sunset Datil Wings at Sunset Grille – A must-try appetizer, these jumbo wings are golden-fried and tossed in datil-pepper sauce, and served with bleu cheese dressing. 

17. Menorcan Clam Chowder at Schooner’s Seafood House – A tomato-based, spicy take on chowder.

18. Biscuits and Belly at The Floridian – Buttermilk biscuits with braised pork belly, served with hot sauce honey, cheese, fancy mustard, and bourbon-apple butter.

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19. Conch Fritters at St. Augustine Fish Camp – A crunchy, flavorful island-inspired treat.

20. Gator Tail Bites at Hurricane Patty’s – Yes, it tastes like chicken — just better!

21. Crab Florentine Benedict at The Reef – Claw and lump crab meat with confit tomatoes and baby spinach, topped with poached eggs and Hollandaise, served on a toasted English muffin.

22. Blue Crab Beignets at The Ice Plant  – Light, crispy, and packed with sweet blue crab, served with a bold and zesty datil pepper remoulade.

Casual Eats & Comfort Food

23. St. Augustine Tacos at Osprey Tacos – Street-style tacos featuring fresh fried shrimp, pickled onions, and cabbage, topped with house datil and pink sauce. 

24. The French Connection Burger at One Twenty Three Burger House – A juicy burger served on a buttery croissant roll, topped with melted cheddar cheese and sautéed onions. 

25. The BBQ Parfait at Smokin’ D’s BBQ – Beef, pork, or turkey served over a layer of smoked beans and southern yellow rice. 

26. Nashville Hot Chicken at The Press – A datil pepper version of the popular Nashville Hot Chicken sandwich, featuring hand-breaded chicken, hot honey, pickles, and Datil slaw. 

27. Fried Green Tomatoes at The Blue Hen Café – A classic southern appetizer.

28. Not Yo Mamma’s Meatloaf Sandwich at The Floridian – Florida-grown all-natural beef baked with sweet onions, bell peppers and herbs, and topped with spicy datil-ketchup, served on Jax Bread Co. Ciabatta with basil mayo, spinach and tomatoes.

29. Beer Cheese Soup at Prohibition Kitchen – A rich and creamy soup made with a blend of cheeses and craft beer, topped with buttery pretzel crumbles for a savory crunch.

30. Étouffée at Harry’s Seafood Bar and Grille – This étouffée features your choice of crawfish or shrimp smothered in a rich, flavorful roux-based sauce, served over rice.

31. White Spinach Pizza at St. Augie’s Pizza – New York-style pizza topped with sauteed spinach, ricotta, mozzarella, and romano cheese.

32. Avgolemono at George's Greek Cafe – A traditional Greek soup featuring a rich blend of chicken broth, rice, and fresh lemon juice, creating a creamy and tangy flavor. 

Sweets & Desserts

33. Tres Leches at Casa Reina Taqueria & Tequila – A classic Mexican dessert featuring vanilla cake soaked in a rich three-milk sauce, topped with whipped cream and a hint of lime zest.

34. Key Lime Pie at Aunt Kate’s – A Florida classic done right.

35. Peanut Butter Pie at St. Mary’s Seafood & More – The homemade peanut butter pie is rich and creamy and has been called the “best peanut butter pie ever.”

36. Datil Pepper Cheesecake Popsicle from The Hyppo - A fiery-sweet frozen treat pairs the flavors of cheesecake and Florida’s datil pepper. Not into sweet and spicy? Hyppo has more flavors than we can count.

37. Key Lime Cheesecake at Castillo Craft Bar & Kitchen – This graham cracker crust cheesecake with a Florida twist features mango curd, whipped cream, pistachio dust, and the perfect amount of tangy lime.

38. White Chocolate Pumpkin Pie Praline Cheesecake at Bay Harbor – A decadent fusion of creamy white chocolate cheesecake, spiced pumpkin pie, and crunchy praline.

39. The St. Augustine Datil Pepper & Butterscotch Bread Pudding at Castillo Craft Bar & Kitchen – This rich, comforting dessert with a sweet and spicy twist, is served warm with vanilla bean ice cream.

40. Bond Company Waffle at Cousteau’s Waffle & Milkshake Bar – A chewy Belgian Liege waffle topped with crème brûlée sauce, fresh strawberries, and house-made whipped cream.

41. The Peanut Butter Cup Peace Pie at Peace Pie – An ice cream sandwich layered with rich peanut butter ice cream, chocolate ganache, and a crunchy graham cracker crust.

42. Macarons at Le Macaron – Handcrafted French cookies with a crisp outer shell and a smooth, flavorful filling, available in an array of classic and seasonal flavors such as cappuccino, mango, rose, earl grey tea, lavender, and lemon.

Drinks & Coffee Favorites

43. Honey Badger at The Kookaburra – A locally famous Aussie-style latte infused with honey, cinnamon, and vanilla.

44. Kalimotxo at The Ice Plant – A bold and refreshing blend of Lambrusco, cola, and fresh lime, bringing a smooth, slightly sweet, and citrusy twist to this classic Spanish cocktail.

45. Naviera Espresso Martini at Columbia Restaurant – A rich and velvety mix of Van Gogh Espresso Vodka, Licor 43, and freshly pressed Naviera Coffee Mill espresso.

46. The Florida Mule at St. Augustine Distillery – A refreshing mix of house-made vodka, ginger beer, and fresh lime, served in the classic copper mug.

47. Summer Firefly at Meehan’s Irish Pub – A southern-inspired cocktail featuring Firefly Sweet Tea Vodka, Peach Schnapps, Blackberry Brandy, simple syrup, and fresh lemon juice.

48. Florida Snow Storm at 1912 Ocean Bar & Rooftop – A tropical blend of Casamigos Blanco, Malibu Coconut Rum, creamy coconut purée, and fresh lime.

49. Cap’s Painkiller at Cap’s on the Water – A tropical mix of Myers’s Rum, Madi Rum, coconut cream, pineapple, and orange juice, finished with a sprinkle of nutmeg.

50. Funky Monkey Smoothie at Crave - Gluten free and vegan, this brain-boosting treat is a healthy combination of banana, peanut butter, cinnamon, almond milk, and cacao nibs.