Best Outdoor Restaurants on the Water
Outdoor Dining in St. Augustine & Ponte Vedra
Dine on the water on Florida’s Historic Coast. For al fresco dining in St. Augustine and Ponte Vedra Beach, you’ve got lots of choices.
Mesmerizing sunsets, soul-warming sunshine, and locally inspired fare are just a few perks of outdoor dining at restaurants in St. Augustine and Ponte Vedra Beach. From breezy beachside restaurants to romantic downtown courtyards, you can enjoy the natural beauty of Florida’s Historic Coast on these waterfront patios.
Beach Views
The Reef Restaurant
Address: 4100 Coastal Hwy.
Oceanfront in Vilano Beach, literally steps from the Atlantic Ocean, this fine-dining establishment offers an ocean view alongside creative cuisine. The menu features innovative chef specials highlighting fresh fish and seafood, balanced with steaks, pasta, and more. The Reef Restaurant has an extensive wine list and full bar (with a daily happy hour) and also serves a not-to-be-missed Sunday brunch.
Salt Life Food Shack
Address: 321 A1A Beach Blvd.
Ocean breezes, live music, an expansive second-floor deck with beach views, and a first-floor open-air deck that’s pet-friendly all set this spot apart from your typical oceanside eatery. An eclectic menu featuring the freshest sushi, a raw bar, and the coolest drinks makes Salt Life Seafood Shack the place to take your family and friends for a great, casual dining experience.
Beachcomber Restaurant
Address: 2 A St.
Just steps from the sand on St. Augustine Beach, Beachcomber’s outdoor seating puts the Atlantic right in front of you. Enjoy fresh seafood, tacos or a burger with a tropical cocktail, and bring the dog, since the patio is pet-friendly.
Bayfront Views
Meehan’s Irish Pub & Seafood House
Address: 20 Avenida Menendez
Love traditional Irish fare such as Fish & Chips and Shepherd’s Pie? Crave some fresh local oysters? You’ve come to the right place at Meehan’s Irish Pub & Seafood House. Locals love the bayfront view from the balcony, and all diners enjoy the fun backyard atmosphere, which feels like a tropical paradise (because it is). Even your furry friend will enjoy the welcoming outdoor ambiance.
Harry’s Seafood Bar & Grille
Address: 46 Avenida Menendez
Draped with twinkling lights and shaded by leafy trees, Harry’s Seafood Bar & Grille courtyard in downtown St. Augustine is a charming setting for any occasion. Cajun cuisine lovers can enjoy Louisiana classics like crawfish etouffee, blackened redfish, and po’boys, and in the courtyard you can listen to live music while sipping a Hurricane or Sazerac.
Views on the Intracoastal Waterway
Cap’s on the Water
Address: 4325 Myrtle St.
On the Intracoastal Waterway between Ponte Vedra Beach and St. Augustine, Cap’s on the Water is known for its breathtaking sunset views and mouthwatering seafood. Choose a seat on the popular deck or cozy up to the Sunset Oyster Bar, which serves up raw, steamed, or baked oysters and other fresh-off-the-boat shellfish.
Palm Valley Fish Camp
Address: 299 Roscoe Blvd. N.
Further up the Intracoastal, you’ll find Palm Valley Fish Camp and discover your next favorite hangout. Spend time outside, basking in the fading sunlight as you sip a craft cocktail. The sunset view from the patio and deck is as magical as the cuisine, which includes the freshest seafood delicacies and farm-to-table fare you’ll find anywhere.
Aunt Kate’s on the River
Address: 612 Euclid Ave.
From classic Menorcan clam chowder to Pilau of the day, Kate's has plenty on the menu. Enjoy some peel-and-eat shrimp or baby back ribs as you take in the gorgeous sunset view over the Intracoastal waterway. A local favorite, Kate’s is also popular with boaters and sailors, who often stop by as they meander down the Matanzas toward downtown.
Rooftop Views
1912 Ocean Bar & Rooftop Bar
Address: 619 Ponte Vedra Blvd.
1912 Ocean Bar & Rooftop Bar at Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa offers guests sweeping ocean views from its airy rooftop space and floor-to-ceiling windows in the interior dining room. Enjoy craft cocktails, fine wines, and a menu of fresh seafood and small bites while taking in the breathtaking scenery.
La Cocina at The Cellar Upstairs
Address: 157 King St.
La Cocina at The Cellar Upstairs offers the perfect pairing of flavorful bites, wine, and live music in a relaxed rooftop setting. Perched atop San Sebastian Winery, its open-air deck provides sweeping, romantic views of St. Augustine—an ideal backdrop for unwinding or even sharing a dance with your partner.
Panoramic Fairway Views
NINETEEN
Address: 110 Championship Way
Two championship golf courses draw visitors to TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, and NINETEEN coaxes them into staying. Perfect for post-round dining, NINETEEN complements its seasonal menu with outdoor seating offering panoramic views of the greens. Traveling with the family? Head here for Family Day every Sunday, when the restaurant offers a spectacular breakfast buffet and a crowd-pleasing supper.
Views on the San Sebastian River
St. Augustine Fish Camp
Address: 142 Riberia St.
Spectacular views await you at St. Augustine Fish Camp. Watch the boats go by as you indulge in some fresh oysters on the half shell and perfectly cooked seafood. This addition to St. Augustine's culinary scene lives up to the hype, with friendly, knowledgeable staff, refreshing handcrafted cocktails, and, of course, the amazing view.
Marina Munch
Address: 509 S. Ponce De Leon Blvd.
Marina Munch, a waterside food truck park in the English Landing Marina, hosts the area’s best-loved food trucks on rotation as they provide a selection of culinary dishes to choose from as you enjoy the river view from the deck.
Asado Life
Address: 173 Shipyard Way
Offering St. Augustine's most unique outdoor dining experience, you must experience a meal at Asado Life. With local fish and shrimp boats passing along the San Sebastian River, you will be immersed in a live-fire grilling experience like no other. Inspired by the fire, menu options feature an assortment of meats, pescatarian offerings, or Patagonian-style whole roasted pig or lamb.
View of the Salt Run
The Conch House
Address: 57 Comares Ave.
The Conch House is another local favorite that many visitors call their own. Who wouldn’t want to dine in a grass hut under a thatched canopy overlooking the marsh? You’ll love the laid-back vibe as you feast on Caribbean dishes and listen to live music from some of the best local talent.
Surfside Kitchen
Address: 85 Ava Way, #105
Just minutes from downtown St. Augustine in the heart of Vilano Beach, Surfside Kitchen keeps things laid-back on its pet-friendly outdoor patio. Settle in with handmade pizzas, juicy burgers, wings or one of the area’s best brunches, paired with craft cocktails and cold beer. Weekend live music sets the mood, and gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan and kids menu options mean there’s something for everyone.
Uptown St. Augustine
Boat Drinks
Address: 123 San Marco Ave.
It’s not on the water, but Boat Drinks brings the marina to Uptown St. Augustine. The nautical-tropical tavern’s outdoor bar and patio is made for lingering over frozen cocktails crafted with fresh juices and house-made syrups, a deep rum selection, and fresh local oysters, seafood and island-inspired bites.
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