Preserved Restaurant

4.8

4525 Reviews

$31 to $50

Southern

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Preserved Restaurant is an ingredient-driven restaurant located in the beautiful Lincolnville Historic District in Saint Augustine, Florida, on the corner of MLK Blvd and Bridge Street.
Preserved Restaurant, owned and operated by James Beard Award nominee Chef Brian Whittington, serves authentic, locally-sourced, ingredient-driven southern cuisine, giving homage to the history of Lincolnville.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Southern, French
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(904) 679-4940
Website
http://www.preservedrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Brian Whittington
Private party facilities
For parties of 5 to 8 guests, please contact our Host Team at hostteam@preservedrestaurant.com or call 904-679-4940. Credit card required to book. We are unable to accommodate parties of more than 8 people. You may be charged $10 per guest if the reservation is cancelled within 24 hours of your reservation. We look forward to hearing from you!

Location
102 Bridge St Florida, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Neighborhood
St. Augustine
Cross street
Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Parking details
Entrance to parking lot off of MLK Blvd.
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 4,525 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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4,525 Reviews

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MarkK
Naples
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As luck would have it, our first experience with this establishment will be our last: as we waited in line to be seated, we overheard the hostess explain that the restaurant was closing and it was their last night! Such a shame, but understandable, as the chief needed to re-organize his work/home balance. Beautiful building and great location off the main 'strip'. Thank you for allowing us our brief dining pleasure with you!
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Victoria
Las Vegas
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I’m so sad this restaurant is closed now. We went on the last day and it was special as ever.
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Shai
Orlando
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Their food is always amazing! From the oysters to their crème brûlée!
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dehbie
Charleston
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
So sad Preserved is closing. Food is always outstanding and service is attentive.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of the best restaurants my wife and I tried in St.Augustine. Unfortunately, they told us after we got our bill that they’re closing this week . Fortunately for us we’ve got to experience and taste some of the best food we had in a long time thank you for making my wife’s birthday night so special.
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Citychic
Detroit
176 reviews
vip
5.0
176 reviews
Dined on June 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and drink were very good. I had a lovely wine and my husband tried a new to him beer. Started with the arugula salad. We loved all the toppings on the salad. My entree was the seared scallops. They were perfectly cooked, served over a bed of still crunchy vegetables. Just delicious. Finished the evening with the lemon bread pudding. The service was perfect. Flying bugs on the porch were the only negative
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ChristianY
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 14, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Dinner was fantastic! Staff was very polite, and gifted my wife and I our dessert for our anniversary! Highly recommend the Bouillabaisse
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OpenTable Diner
Jacksonville
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was perfect! Ambience, noise level, service …. The food was absolutely amazing and I highly recommend this restaurant! We were celebrating my husband’s birthday and it was our first time there. It will definitely not be our last. Absolutely love it!
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TracyC
Jacksonville
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love coming to the Preserved Restaurant for our special occasions.
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MarieD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was excellent and so was the service. Charming restaurant serving high quality Southern fare. I highly recommend this establishment.
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MelissaJ
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a must if you’re visiting St Augustine. The food is amazing and the wine list extensive. Such a hidden gem… highly recommend.
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FrankB
Dallas
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nice ambiance Service was excellent and not rushed Server very knowledgeable about wine selections All courses were excellent mussels, spinach salad, Scallops and flounder.
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VAtopkat
Orlando
50 reviews
vip
4.0
50 reviews
Dined on June 7, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
The atmosphere and their patio for dining are lovely. The selection of food is also very good. We felt that the price point was high especially for a glass of wine (though the selections are extensive and wonderful) I had a glass of Prosecco here and it was $4 more here than what I had at another restaurant the week before, yes it was the same winery that was served at both locations. The braised short rib was cooked to perfection however too much of a Smokey flavor for me. I felt the asparagus was cooked nicely, Al dente and not stalky. Their pomme purée served with this dish was perfect. The other entree had been the scallops and we wouldn’t change a thing. They have homemade ice cream here and it was incredible. The flavors and the freshness truly shine through, I highly recommend this dessert. The Crème Brûlée was good but not over the top, once again, especially for the price point which was way too high. If it had a fusion of perhaps Amaretto , Bailey’s or Kahlua it would justify the price point.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Such a sweet and unique location. Food was absolutely amazing and fresh. Hands down best customer service. Our waiter, Benjamin, was such a joy to have as a part of our experience. We highly recommend and will be coming back.
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ScottW
Jacksonville
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on June 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent cuisine / wine choices and outstanding service
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richie
New York Area
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on June 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food. Excellent service. Short ribs melted in my mouth.
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Happy1
Orlando
64 reviews
vip
5.0
64 reviews
Dined on June 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Patio seating, the best! The best and very attentive service
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SteveL
Jacksonville
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on June 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This restaurant has the best service in St., Augustine, and the best food in Saint Augustine. Diane was our waitress. She was terrific. The food was cooked perfectly.
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ConReed
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was great. The food was unlike anything I'd ever experienced. It exceeded my expectations.
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ChefAlexG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
When in St Augustine , a must go restaurant. Great meal, pleasant service and a lovely spot.
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TracyC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience overall, loved the ambiance and the food was out of this world. This restaurant did not disappoint.
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was spectacular. I believe our servers name was Ben. He was attentive and kind. The outdoor patio had a lovely ambiance. We throughly enjoyed the soup of the day. The arugula salad was delicious, as well as the scallops. The mint chip ice cream that they make in house was some of the best I’ve had. Highly recommend
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MelanieF
Orlando
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2023
overall4food2service5ambience5
When visiting St. Augustine, we LOVE to visit Preserved. The food is superb every time. We really enjoy the atmosphere here while dining. Diane is a wonderful and attentive server.
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williamb
Jacksonville
2 reviews
vip
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 26, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience3
It’s a very good restaurant. The food was very good, excellent wine list, good service. The only real problem was the 25 mph winds, which are really not the restaurant’s fault. Perhaps some space heaters would have helped.
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Cecilyh4
Charleston
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on May 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and atmosphere were excellent. The servers were very attentive. It’s in a beautiful old building in Lincolnville.
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phil
Jacksonville
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was spectacular as usual. Had a table on the porch that was very nice.
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Jeff
Chicago
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on May 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We chose Preserved for our 1 night in St. Augustine and were not disappointed. Everything from the spinach salad, entrees of short ribs and scallops, dessert of crème brûlée and South African rose wine was delicious. Service was perfect and staff paid close attention to my wife’s shellfish allergy. Highly recommend!
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GeorgeV
Jacksonville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love this place. We went there to celebrate our 49th wedding anniversary and we had a spectacular evening. The service, food and quiet atmosphere are all over the top. Our server was the best ever and appreciated them serving us some sparkling wine to help us celebrate. A real class act ....
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RichardM
Baja California Sur
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very good from the hostess through waitstaff and food. A+
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JaniceP
Washington DC
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We celebrated my husband's birthday at Preserved and it was a fantastic experience. Our server, Diane, was wonderful. She was friendly, attentive and made sure our evening was the best it could be. Every bite was delicious but I would have to say that the Mushroom Bisque was so, so good and I don't think I've ever had a better creme brulée. The wine list at Preserved is quite extensive and we truly enjoyed the bottle that we selected. Thanks for a super evening.
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OpenTable Diner
Tampa
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on May 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best restaurant in St. Augustine!! The pork chop and steaks are incredible!
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DeAnnaV
Coastal Georgia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful food, impressive wine list and top notch service. Loved it!
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CindyC
Philadelphia
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We have been here a few different times no on our visits to St. Augustine. This is a nice space with both indoor and outdoor dining areas. Food consistently good. Nice wines as well. Shared chocolate dessert which was yummy. Popular menu items (shrimp n grits, catch of day, braised short ribs) all excellent!
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Tilly
Greater Boston
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on May 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We sat in the courtyard, it was a perfect evening, lovely ambience. I had the spinach salad, my husband had the roast oysters, both were perfect. For entrees I had the scallops which were cooked to perfection, my husband had the pork chop which he also said was delicious. To top it off they presented him with a complimentary creme brûlée to celebrate his birthday. Our server Natalie was lovely and very attentive. Looking forward to our next visit.
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soxfan
Naples
35 reviews
vip
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on May 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a lovely meal at Preserved Restaurant last evening. We sat on the porch so it was very quiet and the weather was spectacular. Our food was outstanding! I had the arugula salad, my husband had the spinach salad, and we both had shrimp and grits for our entrees. Our food was all 5 star! We finished the meal with the lemon bread pudding with blueberry ice cream that was a real winner. I would heartily recommend Preserved when dining in St. Augustine.
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EliseW
Tampa
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food! Great service! Will definitely be going back.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing worth the visit. Excellently service
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OpenTable Diner
Jacksonville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome food and staff. Great wine.I would definitely go back again
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PapaBo
Jacksonville
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Preserved was even better than we remembered. The staff was everything you would want. Friendly, professional, attentive and knowledgeable. My wife had the shrimp and grits and said the shrimp was wonderful. I had the short ribs and it was so good! The wine list is massive and you are sure to find one that suits you.
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JennyW
Indiana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Preserved is our 'go to' for entertaining friends and special occasions!
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Preserved Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (904) 679-4940.

Preserved Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 4525 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Order delivery or takeout

102 Bridge St Florida, St. Augustine, FL 32084

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Neighborhood
St. Augustine
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Southern, French
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Entrance to parking lot off of MLK Blvd.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Brian Whittington
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.preservedrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(904) 679-4940
Private party facilities
For parties of 5 to 8 guests, please contact our Host Team at hostteam@preservedrestaurant.com or call 904-679-4940. Credit card required to book. We are unable to accommodate parties of more than 8 people. You may be charged $10 per guest if the reservation is cancelled within 24 hours of your reservation. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Preserved Restaurant

Permanently Closed

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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Menu

What 4,525 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Screening

FAQs

Does Preserved Restaurant offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Preserved Restaurant restaurant rated?

Permanently Closed

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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