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The Reef of St. Augustine

The Reef of St. Augustine Details

  • Dining Style: Casual Elegant
  • Website: http://www.thereefstaugustine.com
  • Email: thereef@bellsouth.net
  • Phone: (904) 824-8008
  • Hours of Operation: Lunch: Monday - Saturday: 11:30am - 5:00pm, Sunday: 11:00am - 5:00pm; Dinner: Sunday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm, Friday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Payment Options: MasterCard, Visa
  • Cuisine: Seafood
  • Dress Code: Casual Dress
  • Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
  • Special Events & Promotions: Join us for Happy Hour From 3-7 pm Daily. Our oceanfront bar features discounted drinks and appetizers. Or start your evening with one of our bartender's Signature Special cocktails. What a great way to start your evening!! Wine ClassesCost: $30.00 per class, $100.00 all four. (additional $15 fee for some classes) •Sept 14: Real vs. knock-off. How grapes varietals vary away from their region of origin. •Sept 21: Wines for the holidays. Get a head start on the festive season. •Sept 28: $50 bones and then some. Exploring Wines costing $50 or more (additional fee applies) •October 5: Sparklers, desserts and Ports. Adding that special touch to a dinner party.

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A word from The Reef of St. Augustine
As General Manager, it is my pleasure to welcome you and to share a little of our philosophy. It has been my vision to create an experience inside the restaurant to match the fabulous view outside; no small feat, since we are up against Mother Nature at Her finest. The answer was to keep things… as uncomplicated as possible. Well-cooked food from fresh ingredients are excellently prepared, simply presented, and well served. The beachfront building is elegant; there are tablecloths, yet it's not stuffy. Clean, bright decor is designed to enhance the view. Most important of all, the staff is talented, knowledgeable, pleasant, and friendly. There are very few truly oceanfront restaurants left in Northeast Florida. We work very hard on all aspects of our business so that you, our customers, can continue to enjoy us and the great location we occupy. Thank you. I am looking forward to the pleasureof meeting you. Jeremy Ticehurst General Manager The Reef RestaurantContinued
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Awards voted by OpenTable diners
  • Diners' Choice WinnerBest Overall
  • Diners' Choice WinnerBest Ambiance
  • Diners' Choice WinnerBest Food
Diner Reviews
  • "The jambalaya had a weird heavy red sauce with very little rice. The flavors were there but they shouldn't call it a jambalaya. My husband's prime rib was good. The cheese grits were overly spicey. But the keylime pie was great. However they had no decaf cappucino so that was disappointing. It's gone down hill over the last year as it used to be our favorite place to go in St. Augustine."
    Dined on 3/8/2014
  • "The outdoor seating has incredible views of the ocean, and the service is outstanding. The food was good, but not outstanding. Both the risotto and the pasta were a bit on the bland side. But the Bloody Mary was one of the best I've ever had."
    Dined on 2/23/2014
  • "What a wonderful place for dinner. The food was great, the view of the ocean priceless."
    Dined on 2/18/2014
  • "One of the few true upscale oceanside dining experiences in the St. Augustine area. this restaurant features an oceanside balcony with about 10 tables. It is wonderful to be seated there when the weather if perfect as it often is in this area. I have been there 20+ times in the past five years and have never had a bad meal. Service is always top notch. I have been with both large groups and groups of four people. Sunday Brunch is the best in the area. It features bottomless Mimosas, Poinsettias and Hibiscus as well as an omelet station, crab legs and a carving station. Reservations at the Reef are almost always necessary."
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "This was our third time dining at The Reef -- but not for the past couple of years. Prior visits were more enjoyable -- and the food was very good. We had three different fish entrees this time and all were mediocre at best. It was a birthday celebration and greetings were given but no complimentary dessert. At a neighboring table a piece of cake with a candle was brought to their table and HAPPY BIRTHDAY was sung so it seemed odd that this was not celebrated at our table."
    Dined on 2/9/2014
  • "Enjoyed the crab cakes, jambalaya, and shrimp lobster risotto! Yum!"
    Dined on 2/9/2014
  • "Food and service were quite good and you can't beat the view!"
    Dined on 2/3/2014
  • "My wife and I are occasional diners at The Reef and always enjoy the food and service. On this visit, The Reef was supporting "Tips for Kids" which is associated with Big Brothers and Big Sisters. The restaurant had volunteer servers working (along side the regular wait staff) to earn tips that would be donated to the cause. In addition to supporting a great cause, the service never missed a beat so we had our usual fine meal as well as the same great service with a little extra attention from the volunteers. I want to commend The Reef for taking part in this effort. My only hope is that the other diners did not forget to tip the regular wait staff considering the extra effort they put in for the evening what was hopefully a great success."
    Dined on 2/4/2014
  • "We have been coming to The Reef for 20+ years and have never been disappointed. This last dining experience was no exception. There is an extensive list of seafood entrees to choose from and that is one thing we count on. Service, ambiance and food are always excellent."
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "Have had 2 lunches and one dinner there while visiting the area. Definitely a place to go back to. Good food, excellent service, and you can't beat the view of the ocean."
    Dined on 1/28/2014
  • "Took out of town business guests & it was a big hit. We could discuss upcoming contract terms because of the low noise level. Also food was very good!"
    Dined on 1/28/2014
  • "We had a very enjoyable lunch at the Reef. It was not crowded so it was quiet and we were able to actually talk to each other and hear what they were saying! Our waitress was fantastic!! Food was very good. No room for dessert."
    Dined on 1/22/2014
  • "Really fresh and expertly prepared. I had fresh Cod that melted in my mouth. My husband has a Corvina, which was grilled to perfection. This restaurant is a very good value. Wine is more reasonably priced than other restaurants we visited on this trip. Our server, laura, was friendly and attentive. Her suggestions were excellent. We finihed the dinner wth some Key Lime pie. All in all, an exceptional experience and the best for the money, in St Augustine."
    Dined on 1/17/2014
  • "A creative menu, reasonable prices and outstanding ocean views make this a wonderful venue for late lunches. Our table included eight guests, with everyone enjoying and offering to share their selection."
    Dined on 1/4/2014
  • "Excellent food with a beautiful view right on the ocean. I've been here before and the service is always friendly and fast. I have had a group function upstairs and it's private and holds a decent size group. Can't say enough about this fabulous restaurant."
    Dined on 1/1/2014
  • "One of the only true beach restaurants in the area."
    Dined on 12/31/2013
  • "We were with a group of 9 in St. Augustine and needed a place for dinner. I relied on Open Table to find me something quick, and this little gem popped up. We were very pleasantly surprised. The restaurant is right on the ocean, and the view through the large picture windows was great. The food was very good, and reasonably priced. While the menu was seafood heavy (which many of us liked), it also had great selections for the meat eaters as well. Just a nice place to have a good, enjoyable meal when in the St. Augustine area."
    Dined on 12/26/2013
  • "The Reef is our favorite place to take new guests to our home on St Augustine Beach. Especially the Sunday Brunch just wows people and makes them envy our Florida lifestyle."
    Dined on 12/29/2013
  • "One of my favorite places. Food is always top notch, wait staff sometimes disappoints."
    Dined on 12/4/2013
  • "We dined on the Sunday Buffett. The food and selection was absolutely great. A good value for the money."
    Dined on 11/24/2013
  • "Found this gem while visiting the Golf Hall of Fame. Food was excellent, wine list adequate. You can't get any closer to the ocean, unfortunately the weather was iffy and we weren't able to sit outside. The conch fritters and lobster/shrimp risotto were amazing. Would love to go back someday for the brunch...just to sit outside by the water!"
    Dined on 11/25/2013
  • "large group handled smoothly for a nice Sunday gathering."
    Dined on 11/17/2013
  • "Our party of four shared an absolutely fabulous evening at the Reef. From the wine and beer, to the appetizers and soups, to the entrees and desserts, everything was just perfect! Thank you too Amanda for being such a great waitress! Visitors should try the calamari appetizer. It was one of the best we have had! The seafood trio was delectable and their swordfish dinner was the best ever! This was our first time in here, but as residents, we will be sure to return with even more guests! By the way, you can't miss the view . . . it's right on the beach!"
    Dined on 11/11/2013
  • "We travel there about twice a year for St. Augustine's best Sunday brunch! Outstanding amount of food and drink for the price!!"
    Dined on 11/10/2013
  • "This was my first trip to Ponte Vedra. Our group was there to play golf at Sawgrass. We made a reservation at The Reef for my husband's birthday. What a find. It was a beautiful night to eat outside. We could have used a little more light. We used our cell phones to read the menu. Great chowder, clams, crab cakes...The shrimp & lobster risotto was good. Lots of choices. We had the brownie for dessert although chocolate chip cheesecake sounded wonderful too. Service was good although our waiter didn't bother to bring a candle for the dessert...it was getting late or he was just being lazy... I would eat there again. There was a wedding party on the upstairs balcony."
    Dined on 10/21/2013
  • "Good food and service with an amazing view of the ocean -- music on the weekends ! Barry Patterson"
    Dined on 10/12/2013
  • "The view is very lovely and the food was great. The Filet Migon was very tender and tasty! We had a very romantic evening!"
    Dined on 10/12/2013
  • "Our experience here was phenomenal. Be sure to ask for outdoor dining. The porches are small so reserve the outside. You hear the waves crashing as you eat and the view is super. Food was fantastic and service could not have been better. Would definitely recommend this to our friends."
    Dined on 10/5/2013
  • "The food is O.K.. Choice somewhat limited. Great to eat outside. Service was good and staff attentive and pleasant. Restaurant was very empty due to season, so cannot be sure service would be as good in season."
    Dined on 9/9/2013
  • "And the food was good. The service is unknowledgeable. They are confused on what they do and don't offer so don't ask questions....especially about food allergies. The chef wasn't even sure! Hmmm....not a good feeling."
    Dined on 6/13/2013
  • "The beer cheese soup was excellent! Grouper was great. Crab cakes were fair. Oreo pie was very good. Oceanfront dining at its best. I recommend the Reef."
    Dined on 8/27/2013
  • "As local patrons we always enjoy dining at the reef. The menu is varied and everything is well prepared. The ocean view seating tops it off, especially if the evening meal is during a moonrise. They also have a great Sunday brunch."
    Dined on 8/25/2013
  • "Very good service, wonderful view, especially if you sit outside. Good food. We were a party of 8 and they accommodated us quickly even though the OpenTable reservation had apparently not reached them (made 5 hours earlier). Near the end of our meal, with a thunderstorm approaching, managed to get everything served, while remaining cheerful and efficient. Fun experience and everyone enjoyed it."
    Dined on 8/16/2013
  • "Good food. Good service. Somewhat small portions on veggies. Good atmosphere on the water. Quite and nice."
    Dined on 8/10/2013
  • "We were staying at the RV park across the street from here, so we thought we would try the Reef. What a great place! Great location...the view of the beach is beautiful! Great happy hour...bottle domestic beers were on happy hour and one of us got that and 4 of us got the house wines, which were very good! Apps are $2.50 off during happy hour! All our meals were tasty and well prepared....Hubby and oldest daughter both had the Shrimp and Lobster Rosotto, I had the Duck and our other daughter and BF had a variety of apps...all very good! Our server, Laura, was friendly, helpful and efficient! We would definitely return to dine here even if we aren't staying right across the street!"
    Dined on 8/6/2013
  • "Wonderful greeting, staff, atmosphere, dining and the view made our 37th anniversary very special. Thank you."
    Dined on 7/18/2013
  • "The Reef restaurant is 30 ft. from the approaching waves. I don't know how it fares during storms but, it is a must for the dining enthusiasts. The excitement starts when you park your car. Better than a drive-in movie. We absolutely wanted a view of the ocean and seafood, regardless if it was indigenous to the area or not. We were pleased to receive both. Our server was very personable and friendly. She started us with champagne and a starter of Ahi Tuna. With our appetites whet and taste buds sharpened we awaited our main course of Grilled Scallops, Shrimp, and Mahi. Everything was simply delicious and well prepared. Being from land-locked Orlando and celebrating our 30th anniversary, we were in the mood for a great dinner with a view."
    Dined on 6/19/2013
  • "Tried something new tonight and liked it. Very good spot with an outdoor deck looking at the ocean."
    Dined on 6/16/2013
  • "The best restaurant view in St. Augustine and a better wine list than some places that refer to themselves as "wine bars". The food selection was great and creatively prepared. Like most places the fish was cooked a little too long but I guess I could have asked them to ease up on it ahead of time."
    Dined on 6/15/2013
  • "The Reef steps out in front of the local standbys in Saint Augustine! Its comfortable, cozy atmosphere simple, but well executed menu and a staff that really is glad you are there make a dining at The Reef a terrific experience. Good food well done and a caring atmosphere trump the romaine tourist traps across the river. It was a pleasure to drive by these pretenders to The Reef."
    Dined on 5/31/2013
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Diners' Choice Awards
  • Jacksonville / Northeast Florida Winners
  • Seafood
  • Great for Lunch
  • Outdoor Dining
  • Scenic View
  • St. Augustine Winners
  • Best Overall
  • Best Ambiance
  • Best Food
  • Best Service
  • Neighborhood Gem
  • Romantic
  • Special Occasion
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