Avilés Restaurant and Lounge

A Taste of Europe

Located inside the Hilton Historic Bayfront Hotel, Avilés Restaurant & Lounge offers classic European flavors and contemporary culinary flair, while honoring St. Augustine's Spanish roots. Their newly updated lobby, bar, and dining area add modern sophistication while maintaining the welcoming experience of an old-world restaurant. Avilés Restaurant lounge on the bayfront is a lovely choice, whether you stop in for a drink and small bites at their full bar, enjoy their pasta night special, or spend the evening dining as part of a celebration with family and friends.

Avilés Restaurant is open daily from 7:00 to 10:00 a.m. for breakfast, and from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. for dinner. The bar and lounge remain open until 10:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday evenings.

What’s on the Menu

Avilés offers a global menu with an emphasis on Spanish cuisine from the Mediterranean and Caribbean. Fresh catch options can include a sweet-and-spicy bahia with shrimp, scallops, or mussels; a lamb rack crusted with pepitas and served with chimichurri sauce; and filet of beef "Rossini" with foie gras and black truffle. Award-winning Chris Proulx is their executive chef and food and beverage director, ensuring the freshest ingredients are used in every meal. The steaks and chops menu includes tomahawk, porterhouse, a veal chop, and several other special cuts.

Small plate options include beets & burrata, lump crab with hearts of palm, and Avilés duck cassoulet. 

Their breakfast menu offers yogurt and fresh fruit for those who prefer a light breakfast, as well as biscuits and gravy, Avilés Benedict, and other choices for those who want to start their day with a full plate. 

Avilés Restaurant and Lounge has a full bar with an expansive wine list.

Private Events and Catering

Avilés Restaurant & Lounge offers complete banquet facilities for private events, including weddings, receptions, and corporate gatherings. The space can accommodate up to 100 guests, and the team also provides off-site catering services for events throughout the St. Augustine area.

Whether you want to host an intimate rehearsal dinner or a full reception, Avilés provides customizable menus and professional service.

Know Before You Go

Avilés is located inside the Hilton Historic Bayfront Hotel at Avenida Menendez. The restaurant is open to the public, and on-site valet parking is available through the hotel while you are dining. Availability may vary during peak times or events.

Reservations are recommended for dinner and group events. You are welcome to dress comfortably while maintaining a neat appearance.