The vintage-inspired bar at the Ice Plant restaurant in St. Augustine, FL

Bar / Lounge / Pub

Enjoy a pint in the Oldest City

Discover the best spots for local brews, craft cocktails, and wine — perfect for a laid-back night out or a lively gathering. Local live music is featured at most St. Augustine bars throughout the week, and features a range of styles from rock and bluegrass to reggae and classical. Cheers!
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To good times and good company in the Oldest City

Our pubs and bars are packed with personality, offering everything from local craft brews to signature cocktails. Sip your drink in a cozy speakeasy or relax in a modern lounge with live music. Whether you're after a casual pint or a night of cocktails, there’s a spot waiting for you. From live music and games to amazing views and brews, find the perfect spot to relax or celebrate the night away.

Frequently Asked Questions

St. Augustine offers a mix of historic pubs, cozy lounges, craft beer spots, and waterfront bars, catering to all tastes and vibes.

Many bars offer happy hour deals, typically in the early evening, with discounts on drinks and light bites.

Parking is available throughout the city, including public lots near popular nightlife areas. It's best to plan ahead, so we've outlined everything you need to know about parking in St. Augustine. We also suggest convenient ride share apps to keep everyone safe. Find out more about our transportation options.

Most bars are open in the afternoon and close between 10:00 p.m. and midnight, though hours may vary by location.

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Bar / Lounge / Pub

Enjoy a refreshing cold drink, hear great local music, and unwind in the Ancient City's bars and pubs. The options range from historic-era-themed pubs to waterfront hangouts to modern martini lounges.
The exterior of the Aqua Grill building

Aqua Grill

(904) 285-3017

395 Front St.

Casual dining with waterfront views and quality seafood dishes.

Tables and chairs set up at the restaurant

Argyle Restaurant

(904) 395-3114

254 Alta Mar Dr.

A California-inspired restaurant with contemporary American fare.

Arnold's Lounge

Arnold's Lounge

(904) 824-8738

3912 Ponce De Leon Blvd.

This lounge offers dining, drinking, and a thriving nightlife on north US 1.

taps at Auggie's Draftroom in St. Augustine, Fl

Auggie's Draft Room

(904) 907-1317

3 St. George Street

This hot spot for beer lovers has 24 self-serve beer taps and traditional bar food.

The outside seating area with umbrellas

Back 40 A1A - Beach

(904) 429-9906

6101 A1A S.

Soak in the beachy vibes while eating south of the border cuisines.

Bar None Saloon

Bar None Saloon

(904) 825-4202

312 Anastasia Blvd

Bar None Dive Bar welcomes all and is known as a great place for bikers.

The front of the Bar with No Name

Bar with No Name

(904) 826-1837

16 S. Castillo Drive

A dive bar with a unique view, this establishment offers good times, drinks, and music.

The exterior of Beaches at Vilano restaurant

Beaches at Vilano

(904) 829-0589

254 Vilano Rd.

Waterfront dining and entertainment day and night.

The Bahamian blue exterior of Blackfly the Restaurant in St. Augustine.

Blackfly the Restaurant

(904) 201-6300

108 Anastasia Blvd.

High-class surf and turf dinner restaurant with creatively curated and locally sourced dishes.

Plan Your Night Out

Flagged Van playing live at Sarbez!

Live Music

Turn up the volume on your night out.

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St. Augustine Historic Walking Tours offers specialty tours of all kinds, from pub crawls to pirate adventures and ghost tours.

Night Life

Experience the Oldest City after dark.

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The vintage-inspired bar at the Ice Plant restaurant in St. Augustine, FL

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St. Augustine boasts a number of fine dining establishments with menus to please the most discriminating palate.

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Enjoy as taste of old St. Augustine at one of these restaurants offering authentic tapas, paella, gazpacho soup, and much more.

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Mouth-watering Italian dishes can be found at these restaurants in St. Augustine.

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Local Chinese restaurants in St. Augustine offer all the favorites and some new flavors unique to the nation’s oldest city.

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St. Augustine's restaurants include a host of barbecue options to please every palate.

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Several restaurants in St. Augustine offer delicious British food and pub meals.

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Enjoy a mouth-watering brunch at one of these St. Augustine restaurants.

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St. Augustine boasts a wide variety of restaurants that specialize in burgers.

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Whether your favorite is latte, espresso, Americano, or iced, you'll find scrumptious coffee or tea at one of these St. Augustine shops.

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Find a great selection of Cuban cuisine at one of these St. Augustine restaurants.

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You'll find a wealth of delicatessens and sandwich/sub shops in St. Augustine.

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Everything from mini-donuts and confectionary cookie dough creations to build-your-own or traditional doughnuts at one of these St. Augustine shops.

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St. Augustine offers a host of fast food restaurants for some quick and easy dining.

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From croissants to traditional French country dishes, St. Augustine offers some of the finest French cuisine around.

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These St. Augustine restaurants offer great German food — everything from sauerkraut and bratwurst to pretzels and kielbasa.

German

A number of St. Augustine restaurants offer gluten-free options on their menus.

Gluten-free

St. Augustine offers some delicious options for traditional Greek food.

Greek

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Happy Hour

Whether your favorite hot dog is Chicago, Cincinnati, or Coney Island style, you'll find something to love at one of these St. Augustine eateries.

Hot Dogs

These St. Augustine shops serve up ice cream, Italian ice, sorbet, gelato, and frozen yogurt. 

Ice Cream

These St. Augustine restaurants serve up delicious Indian food, from curry to tikka to naan and tandoori.  

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Corned beef and cabbage is just one of many Irish specialties offered at these St. Augustine restaurants and pubs.

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From couscous and pastas to tapas and tabbouleh, delicious Mediterranean food is offered at these St. Augustine restaurants.

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St. Augustine offers a host of eateries that specialize in Mexican food.

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Find your favorite pizza — from New York style to Chicago deep-dished to vegan specialties — at one of these St. Augustine eateries.

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St. Augustine offers mouth-watering Polish food (like kielbasa, kaput kiszony, and smietana) at a couple of restaurants.

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Heroes, subs, pitas, salads, wraps, gyros and more can be found at any of these St. Augustine restaurants.

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Whether it's collard greens, pork, oxtail, or traditional soul food you're looking for, you'll find it at one of these St. Augustine restaurants.

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Delicious soups and salads are available at these St. Augustine restaurants.

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The Reef Restaurant deck view to the Atlantic ocean in the background

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