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Forgotten Tonic, St. Augustine, FL

Forgotten Tonic

4.6
4.6
2141 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
A hidden neighborhood gem featuring modern twists on comfort food, an extensive wine list & craft cocktails. Indoor & outdoor dining. Happy Hour Mon-Fri

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 19 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Wine Bar, Cocktail Bar

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am

  • Phone number

    (904) 827-9055

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Neighborhood

    St. Augustine

  • Cross street

    King Street

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,141 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Jacksonville / Northeast Florida

    Lively

  • St. Augustine

    Best Food

  • St. Augustine

    Best Ambiance

  • St. Augustine

    Best Value

  • St. Augustine

    Innovative

  • St. Augustine

    Healthy

  • St. Augustine

    Neighborhood gem

  • St. Augustine

    Lively

  • St. Augustine

    Most Booked

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall1food1service5ambience2
    I was there with my daughter for our getaway. This place was rated 5 stars. I anticipated a wonderful evening. We were seated tucked away in the corner away from the ambience of the restaurant. Strike 1. Our waitress was wonderful and very nice. We wanted filet and was told that they rant out and on replacement was a strip steak. $60 for the filet and they charge $60 for a strip steak! Not the same cut of meat. we received our meal and it was awful! fatty, veins and tough to chew. we received 4 asparagus and paid for grains to go with it. When the meal was over and we had only eaten 1/3 of the steak our waitress asked why. I questioned the price and then it was brought to the managers attention. I would not recommend this restaurant ever! Such a disappointment. The experience and ambience was awful! The drinks were not of quality, the food was subpar! Forgotten Tonic needs to be forgotten!
  2. RodneyL

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I can’t enough of this restaurant. Have been there 4 times this month and each time has fantastic. The service is friendly. The chef is amazing. HIGHLY recommend this restaurant.
  3. SaraP

    Jacksonville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Our waitress was excellent. Only reason not a five is the food was brought out for our foursome at too long of an interval, two plates were brought out and I’d say close to 5 minutes on the other two. This was not our waitress’s fault. The food for all 4 was excellent. We will definitely come back.
  4. Wonderful

    Miami

    47 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    47 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Varied menu, but we ate at 5pm and they “ran out”’of several menu items - the baked brie, the tempura tenpeh and even the forgotten tonic drink (waiter said the ram out of the batch). At least have your name sake drink available, especially this early in the night.
  5. Jeffalex2

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful foodie place with great choices, great service and great food!
  6. Jeff

    Coastal Georgia

    45 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We go there once or twice a year and the food is very good with great service.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was wonderful! Great for a local date night. We ordered a ton of appetizers and enjoyed a few cocktails. No mains. Best espresso martini!
  8. KJax

    E. Tennessee

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service, friendly staff and good food! Recommend!
  9. AnnieE

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely outstanding! My family was visiting me in Gainesville and we took a weekend trip to St Augustine. No other restaurant would have compared! Eden was the wait staff of our dreams! ❤️
  10. DennyR

    Atlanta Metro

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was fantastic. I recommend the pork chop. Service was the best during our entire trip in St Augustine. Cody did a fantastic job.
  11. DAR123

    New England

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Reservation was available on time, our server was so cheerful and helpful. The drinks and the food were both delicious. Would definitely return again another time.
  12. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Cody was such a great server! The food was pleasantly surprising!! It wasn’t inexpensive but nothing good ever is! Will return!
  13. SarahM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Abi, our server, was terrific, & the food was delicious! We will be back!
  14. foodfor2

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Well knowledges staff! Friendly! Good food and drinks!
  15. Skeeter

    Tampa

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience1
    Empty tables inside. Was told server shortage not an issue. Only used outside tables. Food was eh. Drink menu was eh. Nothing to go back to. Now we know!

    Forgotten TonicResponded on March 16, 2023Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback. We would love to hear more. Please email us using the email on our website what would’ve made your experience a five star one, so we can improve future guests’ experience with us.

  16. Vicki

    New York Area

    92 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    92 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Waiter great as was food. Long wait especially for a Tuesday. But had fun with other couple

    Forgotten TonicResponded on March 16, 2023We can’t thank you enough Vicki for the kind words about Forgotten Tonic. Your review means a lot to us and lets us know we’re on the right track! Looking forward to seeing you again soon. If you could endorse us on other platforms that would be awesome. These kinds of comments really help us grow our community and provide more opportunities for our staff. Also, if you happen to remember who your server was, I would appreciate if you would let us know.

  17. Joshua

    Exclusive

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great combination of quality food and craft cocktails.

    Forgotten TonicResponded on March 16, 2023We can’t thank you enough Joshua for the kind words about Forgotten Tonic. Your review means a lot to us and lets us know we’re on the right track! Looking forward to seeing you again soon. If you could endorse us on other platforms that would be awesome. These kinds of comments really help us grow our community and provide more opportunities for our staff.

  18. TanjaC

    Tampa

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were a party of 6, every single one of us greatly enjoyed their food and we all agreed, 100% would recommend and go back in a heartbeat!

    Forgotten TonicResponded on March 16, 2023We can’t thank you enough Tanja for the kind words about Forgotten Tonic. Your review means a lot to us and lets us know we’re on the right track! Looking forward to seeing you again soon. If you could endorse us on other platforms that would be awesome. These kinds of comments really help us grow our community and provide more opportunities for our staff.

  19. Sbkgator77

    Orlando

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was a rainy Monday & our party of 4 were the only customers. The staff couldn’t have been nicer, and the food was outstanding! A seriously good fish sandwich, great appetizers & drinks. So impressed!

    Forgotten TonicResponded on March 16, 2023We can’t thank you enough for the kind words about Forgotten Tonic. Your review means a lot to us and lets us know we’re on the right track! Looking forward to seeing you again soon. If you could endorse us on other platforms that would be awesome. These kinds of comments really help us grow our community and provide more opportunities for our staff.

  20. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience3
    My expectations of this experience were definitely too high - I should have gone with my gut that this restaurant would be too touristy and probably a let-down. Unfortunately, my gut was right. The drinks were fine (not as “crafty” as I thought they would be), but the food was just ok (and unjustifiably expensive). My redfish was way overcooked and uninspired, and service was mediocre. Just disappointing all around.

    Forgotten TonicResponded on March 16, 2023Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback. We would love to hear more. Please email us using the email on our website what would’ve made your experience a five star one, so we can improve future guests’ experience with us.

  21. waterside

    New York Area

    193 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    193 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    we had a very nice dinner at FT. Liam was our waiter and he was excellent; pleasant, informative and attentive. we had half salads which were fresh and large. I ordered the teriyaki tempeh bowl with ancient grains and veggies. it was creative, very flavorful and presented nicely. hubby had the pork chop which he absolutely loved! we sat outdoors which was great. my only issue was that our entrees were brought out while we were still eating our salads. that is a huge pet peeve of mine and it should never happen. otherwise we were very pleased with our dinner. we will return. thanks.

    Forgotten TonicResponded on March 16, 2023Thank you for this awesome review! We’ll make sure to pass your great comments to our kitchen team as well as Liam. We do our utmost to make every guest feel welcomed every time they come to our restaurant. If you could endorse us on other platforms that would be awesome. These kinds of comments really help us grow our community and provide more opportunities for our staff. Hope to see you again soon!

  22. AndreaB

    Montreal

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The Forgotten tonic was a fun and friendly restaurant with wonderful food. We order a lima bean hummus that had pesto and olives on it. It was served with veggies, but also order some bread to eat every bite of it. We then had the Shrimp and grit étouffée and the blacked catch of the day which was red snapper. We also order a side of the citrus slaw. Every thing was fresh and delicious. For drinks we ordered the Raising Cane and The Forgotten Tonic. The Forgotten tonic was a wonderful gin drink. I enjoyed Raising Cane which was on the sweeter side. Great restaurant and hope to go there again.
  23. Creep

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience3
    Our waiter was fine. We felt like they were crushing grapes and kneading dough waiting for wine and bread…and they weren’t that busy. I don’t think any good restaurant should charge for bread…

    Forgotten TonicResponded on March 16, 2023Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback. We would love to hear more. Please email us using the email on our website what would’ve made your experience a five star one, so we can improve future guests’ experience with us.

  24. LindsayP

    Dallas

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great spot. Can get loud if there is a large group at the bar. Amazing service and drinks. Food was amazing. Shrimp and grits and a fried green tomato BLT. The grits were amazing and love that they offer a kid menus.

    Forgotten TonicResponded on March 16, 2023We can’t thank you enough Lindsay for the kind words about Forgotten Tonic. Your review means a lot to us and lets us know we’re on the right track! Looking forward to seeing you again soon. If you could endorse us on other platforms that would be awesome. These kinds of comments really help us grow our community and provide more opportunities for our staff.

  25. Lovefood

    Jacksonville

    107 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    107 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    There were 4 of us, all first timers. I made reservations and our table was ready when we arrived. The place was bustling and pretty loud but it had a great vibe. Our server was great and he made some great menu suggestions. We ordered drinks, apps, and entrees. The food was delicious and the service was excellent. There is quite an extensive drink menu and an interesting array of food items. We are locals and will definitely be back soon.

    Forgotten TonicResponded on March 16, 2023We can’t thank you enough for the kind words about Forgotten Tonic. Your review means a lot to us and lets us know we’re on the right track! Looking forward to seeing you again soon. If you could endorse us on other platforms that would be awesome. These kinds of comments really help us grow our community and provide more opportunities for our staff.

  26. JohnW

    New England

    32 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We sat at the bar. The amaretto sour was the best ever! The bartender was very friendly and the staff was very friendly. We had the fried green tomatoes and the cajun egg rolls. Delicious! We would definitely go back!!!!

    Forgotten TonicResponded on March 16, 2023John, thank you for the feedback! The amaretto sour truly is amazing, paired with the egg rolls! We would love to hear more. Please email us using the email on our website what would’ve made your experience a five star one, so we can improve future guests’ experience with us.

  27. MaryK

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Cocktail choices are many, but very pricey. The food was very good as was the service.

    Forgotten TonicResponded on March 16, 2023Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback Mary. We would love to hear more. Please email us using the email on our website what would’ve made your experience a five star one, so we can improve future guests’ experience with us.

  28. LouisP

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Food is different but excellent, big selection of alcohol, wine and cocktails. Will go back.

    Forgotten TonicResponded on March 16, 2023We can’t thank you enough Louis for the kind words about Forgotten Tonic. Your review means a lot to us and lets us know we’re on the right track! Looking forward to seeing you again soon. If you could endorse us on other platforms that would be awesome. These kinds of comments really help us grow our community and provide more opportunities for our staff.

  29. DianeB

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Cody was our server and he was fantastic! Made excellent recommendations for both food and drinks. Highly recommend!

    Forgotten TonicResponded on March 16, 2023Wow, thanks for this awesome review, Diane! We’ll make sure to pass your great comments to our kitchen team as well as Cody. We do our utmost to make every guest feel welcomed every time they come to our restaurant. If you could endorse us on other platforms that would be awesome. These kinds of comments really help us grow our community and provide more opportunities for our staff. Hope to see you again soon!

  30. bkadncr

    Dallas

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Liam was our server, he was great. Otherwise this is an ok restaurant. I was a little put off by the credit card needed for reservations. If everyone else in the area did that I would understand, but they don’t. I’ve never had to do that with open table. They also charged a 3% service fee which goes to benefits for employees. I’m all for that, but I wish they would say that upfront instead of being blindsided on the check.

    Forgotten TonicResponded on March 7, 2023Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback. We would love to hear more. Please email us using the email on our website what would’ve made your experience a five star one, so we can improve future guests’ experience with us.

  31. WooDog

    Orlando

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Went for lunch on a Sunday, to 'scout out' potential venue for upcoming wedding rehearsal dinner. Service was excellent, food was great, and although a tad pricey, the service/ambiance makes up for it. Lil disappointed in lack of draft beer, but hey, cant have it all. And yes, we're pursuing a contract for our event. Our search is over!

    Forgotten TonicResponded on March 16, 2023Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback. Thank you for choosing us for your upcoming wedding rehearsal dinner, we are looking forward to it! We would love to hear more. Please email us using the email on our website what would’ve made your experience a five star one, so we can improve future guests’ experience with us.

  32. MarkH

    Jacksonville

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was great! The service was outstanding!

    Forgotten TonicResponded on March 7, 2023We can’t thank you enough Mark for the kind words about Forgotten Tonic. Your review means a lot to us and lets us know we’re on the right track! Looking forward to seeing you again soon. If you could endorse us on other platforms that would be awesome. These kinds of comments really help us grow our community and provide more opportunities for our staff.

  33. PalmCoastVisitor

    Orlando

    95 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    95 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of our new favorites. Took my wife to celebrate a birthday. Marlene, our server, was wonderful-very attentive. Drinks were delicious, apps were great. Always new items. My wife loves the mussels. I had shrimp & grits. The chef puts a special touch into every dish. The bourbon-bacon cheesecake was a hit. You can have bacon for dessert.

    Forgotten TonicResponded on March 7, 2023We can’t thank you enough for the kind words about Forgotten Tonic. Your review means a lot to us and lets us know we’re on the right track! Looking forward to seeing you again soon. If you could endorse us on other platforms that would be awesome. These kinds of comments really help us grow our community and provide more opportunities for our staff.

  34. JoeDes

    Jacksonville

    10 reviews

    2.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall2food1service1ambience5
    Usually one of our favorite places, but not this night. I had the brie en croute. One of my favorites. It was horrible, not just bad. So over cooked that the cheese had bubbled out of the pastry and cooked to a cracker like thing that had to be broken off to eat. Seemed smaller than what I'm used to and that's probably a good thing. My date had the hash. It became saltier and saltier as she ate down through the mound of hash until it became inedible. The waiter we usually request, Liam, was just going off shift and came over to talk with us in his way out. He's never not given us great service. Tanner, out waiter last night made 4 appearances in almost 90 minutes; to take our drink order, to take our food order, after a LONG time to take a 2nd order for drinks and to bring the bill. I'll be mentioning this to the owner because I'm sure he's unaware. I'd recommended FT to a customer last week and they came back to tell me the mussels were inedible and they wouldn't return.
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Coastal Georgia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the atmosphere, cocktails were amazing. Excellent selection of whiskey. Food was delicious. Definitely recommend!

    Forgotten TonicResponded on March 7, 2023We can’t thank you enough for the kind words about Forgotten Tonic. Your review means a lot to us and lets us know we’re on the right track! Looking forward to seeing you again soon. If you could endorse us on other platforms that would be awesome. These kinds of comments really help us grow our community and provide more opportunities for our staff.

  36. ArtK

    Jacksonville

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place is a hidden gem! Great service with outstanding food and cocktails!

    Forgotten TonicResponded on March 7, 2023We can’t thank you enough Art for the kind words about Forgotten Tonic. Your review means a lot to us and lets us know we’re on the right track! Looking forward to seeing you again soon. If you could endorse us on other platforms that would be awesome. These kinds of comments really help us grow our community and provide more opportunities for our staff.

  37. SeanN

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    In a very touristy town where a lot of the food and drinks lack creativity, Forgotten Tonic stands alone. The menu is tight, well thought and makes you want to re-read it more than once so you don’t miss something. I recommend repeat visits!

    Forgotten TonicResponded on March 3, 2023We can’t thank you enough Sean for the kind words about Forgotten Tonic. Your review means a lot to us and lets us know we’re on the right track! Looking forward to seeing you again soon. If you could endorse us on other platforms that would be awesome. These kinds of comments really help us grow our community and provide more opportunities for our staff.

  38. KatrinaS

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An awesome spot - the cocktail menu is insane! The food and drinks were phenomenal. Highly recommend the pork chops.

    Forgotten TonicResponded on March 3, 2023We can’t thank you enough Katrina for the kind words about Forgotten Tonic. Your review means a lot to us and lets us know we’re on the right track! Looking forward to seeing you again soon. If you could endorse us on other platforms that would be awesome. These kinds of comments really help us grow our community and provide more opportunities for our staff.

  39. Allison

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of our favorites. They have the best food and drinks!!

    Forgotten TonicResponded on March 3, 2023We can’t thank you enough Allison for the kind words about Forgotten Tonic. Your review means a lot to us and lets us know we’re on the right track! Looking forward to seeing you again soon. If you could endorse us on other platforms that would be awesome. These kinds of comments really help us grow our community and provide more opportunities for our staff.

  40. Naly

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love Forgotten Tonic! It never disappoints. Fantastic food, service and ambiance. Great cocktails too.

    Forgotten TonicResponded on March 3, 2023We can’t thank you enough Naly for the kind words about Forgotten Tonic. Your review means a lot to us and lets us know we’re on the right track! Looking forward to seeing you again soon. If you could endorse us on other platforms that would be awesome. These kinds of comments really help us grow our community and provide more opportunities for our staff.

FAQs

Forgotten Tonic offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (904) 827-9055.

Forgotten Tonic is rated 4.6 stars by 2141 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 19 times today
Google Map for Forgotten Tonic

6 Aviles St, St. Augustine, FL 32084

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    King Street

  • Neighborhood

    St. Augustine

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Wine Bar, Cocktail Bar

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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