Taste of the Beach 2018

The 12th Annual Taste of the Beach will take place at the St. Johns County Ocean Pier on Sunday, September 23, 2018, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Beachside restaurants compete in this culinary competition, showcasing their best dishes from appetizers to entrées and desserts. Guests can taste it all and vote on their favorites, all to benefit the Betty Griffin House.

Each participating beachside restaurant will submit their best dishes to compete for the coveted People's Choice Award among other awards for best appetizer, best entrée, best dessert, judges' choice, and more.

Showcasing the best food on St. Augustine Beach, this event gives everyone an opportunity to taste and enjoy each restaurant's special offerings. Participating restaurants in 2018 include Amici Italian Restaurant, Blackfly The Restaurant, Dan Murphy's Irish Pub, Grower's Alliance Cafe and Gift Shop, Guy Harvey Grille and Grog, Late Risers Food Truck, Mojo's, Obi's Fillin' Station, The Tides Oyster House, Viola's Pizza Pasta & Seafood, Salt Life Food Shack St. Augustine, Sunset Grille, and The South Beach Grill.

Proceeds from this event go to benefit the Betty Griffin House, a 501©3 organization that provides shelter for women and children. They offer protection and quality services for victims of domestic violence and their minor children, as well as victims of sexual assault and their families in St. Johns County, through providing a shelter that offers assistance, counseling, and transitional support.

Admission: Tasting tickets are available at the event for $1.00 each. Items will cost anywhere between one and four tickets. Please visit here or call (904) 347-8007 for more information.

When: Sunday, September 23, 2018, from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Where: St. Augustine Beach Pier located at 350 A1A Beach Blvd. St. Augustine, FL 32080.