The Reef of St. Augustine, St. Augustine, FL

The Reef of St. Augustine

Name: The Reef of St. Augustine
Address: 4100 Coastal Highway, St. Augustine, FL, United States, 32084
Telephone: (904) 824-8008
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

2336 Reviews

$30 and under

Seafood

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The Reef, originally called Comptons, was built by the Usina family on a beautiful piece of oceanfront property in tranquil North Beach--three miles north of the Usina Bridge--on land owned by the family for generations. Comptons opened in 1989 and enjoyed great success for the next ten years. It closed in 1999 due to the ill health of Mr. Compton and hurricane damage. There are few remaining true Oceanfront restaurants in Northeast Florida, and of those The Reef, reopened in 2002 under the direct ownership of the Usinas, commands the most spectacular views. Sit at any table inside and the view is dynamic to say the least, or enjoy the recently rebuilt and expanded deck where you not only look out at The Ocean, you listen to it too as the waves break and the birds cry. To complement this vista Chef Greg Cooper has created a menu primarily of fish and seafood balanced with beef, poultry pasta and creative specials, always fresh and sourced locally whenever possible.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 9, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 29 times today

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(904) 824-8008
Website
http://www.thereefstaugustine.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Denzel Aponte
Private party facilities
A spectacular oceanfront venue, The Reef offers facilities for beach ceremonies, receptions, & more! In addition to seating for up to 70 guests, our Ocean’s Edge venue features a private bar, dance floor, & 2 covered balconies.Contact our Event Coordinator at catalinadanielleevents@gmail.comWebsite: https://thereefstaugustine.com/private-events/

Location
4100 Coastal Highway, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Neighborhood
St. Augustine
Cross street
We are located on A1A across from North Beach Camp Resort & Euclid Ave.
Parking details
There is free parking in front of our building and there is also additional parking available across the street. There is usually a sign out front pointing to the extra lot.
Entertainment
Live music in the bar Friday and Saturday evenings. Solo guitarist During Sunday Brunch.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

What 2,336 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Jacksonville / Northeast Florida
Great for outdoor dining
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida
Great for scenic views
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida
Seafood
St. Augustine
Great for brunch
St. Augustine
Good for business meals
St. Augustine
Hot spot
St. Augustine
Great for outdoor dining

2,336 Reviews

MJ
MJewel
Naples
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We came to the Reef to celebrate our anniversary and we had to move to a quieter table since there was a very loud group next to us. We couldn't hold a conversation. I ordered the salmon with fried spinach and had a salad as a side. I was up most the night sick from something I ate at this restaurant....not good.
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SamKO
Jacksonville
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
My family used to eat at The Reef way back in the 1990s on summer vacation when it was Comptons. A quarter century and rebrand haven’t dampened the quality of the food (flavorful, fresh, fitting, and just the right degree of spicy for me). The rainy night wasn’t ideal, but it was still a warm night of food and fun with family. Grab the shrimp and grits at this North Beach mainstay.
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OpenTable Diner
Jacksonville
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was the best food I ever had there! I had the blackened salmon it was outstanding! Beautiful view and beautifully decorated!
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Kevin
Orlando
35 reviews
vip
5.0
35 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our go to restaurant whenever we visit St. Augustine. Food & service are always excellent.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and view! The fish and chips was huge and very good!
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OpenTable Diner
E. Tennessee
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
I could honestly say that I’ve never had a piece of grouper that so rubbery that you had to have a knife to cut through it. I sent this $41 piece of fish back and it took nearly 30 minutes before my meal was brought to me. My friends had already finished their meal before mine was served. It feel like my meal should have been comped and it was not.
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OrmondFoodie
Orlando
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always love dining at The Reef. The food is well prepared and reasonably priced. The ambience is relaxed without being too casual. And the view - well it doesn’t get any better. We were lucky enough to have Jennifer as our server the last two times we were there for brunch. She was friendly, efficient and knowledgeable. We love The Reef and will be back soon!
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LynnJ
Washington DC
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I've eaten here twice and it's been great both times.
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2Gypsies
San Francisco
36 reviews
vip
5.0
36 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for Happy Hour and enjoyed a window seat watching the ocean turn pearlescent as the sun set. Our mai tais were superb as was the fish chowder. Our waiter, Banyan, was knowledgeable, attentive, and added to our experience. The bar was cheerful with holiday decorations. All in all delightful.
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LauraV
Jacksonville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 26, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server Taylor was fabulous! Be sure to ask for her if you go to the Reef.
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SarahB
Salt Lake City
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
My husband and I drove from Sarasota to Jacksonville to play Sawgrass for his birthday. On our way back home, I made a reservation for Sunday brunch at Reef. They brought us both complimentary mimosas, blueberry muffins, and fresh fruit while we were deciding our food choices. There was live music near the bar. We had the steak and lobster Benedict’s with breakfast potatoes. Wonderful food, service and view of the Atlantic Ocean. Must stop if you are in the area! Loved it. Cheers!
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katvhale
Jacksonville
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We had the traditional thanksgiving dinner with a twist. We had the option of turkey, ham or prime rib with all the fixings. We chose the prime rib; delish!
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BeverleyH
Jacksonville
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2023
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I thought I would give this location one more chance (after a bad Mother’s Day experience a few years ago), but now I am definitely not interested in eating there again. I guess the location is the drawing card for this restaurant, because the meal was the worst I have ever had in a restaurant in my entire life. Service was quite good, but the food was inedible.
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LarryQ
Denver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful setting, great staff, amazing food. You can have an equal dining experience but not better. Thank you for an amazing night!
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OpenTable Diner
Orlando
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service !!! Atmosphere was perfection
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OpenTable Diner
Miami
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Perfect evening. Ended up sitting at the Bar and the Bartenders were the best ever! We love going there and it had been a while. We shall return soon.
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Jose
Jacksonville
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious and we were glad we choose The Reef for our dining experience. Thanks you all for the service we got.
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JudyD
Hawaii
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our evening was delightful; attentive server, excellent food, beautiful view!
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Pam7
Washington DC
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful dinner with a great ocean view. We would definitely go there again for a special meal.
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MJSu
Philadelphia
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our server, Zachary was outstanding. He was able to answer all of our questions and did a terrific job. He was one of the most professional servers I've encountered in a long time.
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EddieB
Jacksonville
13 reviews
vip
3.0
13 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Sunday they were slammed... took 50 minutes to get our food order for 4 people. Great place... Just never going back on a Sunday.
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RooHunter
London
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had not been to the Reef for several years and made a last minute booking for Sunday brunch. Food quality and prep were brilliant. Attentive friendly service. Great views. We will return soon!
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Didou
Jacksonville
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 3, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
We came thursday and It was very noisy. Then we came again on friday and we asking for a quiet place on e-mail reservation but we were again in the same room very very noisy. It was not kindly
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sat outside and enjoyed the ocean view and the lunch
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OpenTable Diner
Charleston
4 reviews
vip
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2023
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Food was incredibly average and uninspiring. Disappointed, used to be muchbetter
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Babs
Orlando
32 reviews
4.0
32 reviews
Dined on October 23, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Lovely lunch overlooking Atlantic Ocean. Ordered the specials, swordfish and snapper over grits with creole sauce. Will definitely return.
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GregoryE
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 22, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our out of town guest was impressed with the ocean views and the quality of the restaurant. We had our choice of lunch or brunch on Sunday, with a lot of great choices. It was a pleasant Sunday meal.
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Dominick1
Jacksonville
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very nice romantic dinner with view of the ocean great food, excellent service not rushed.
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ATLJP
Atlanta Metro
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time here. Good and service were excellent. Amazing ocean view.
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Nicnella
Jacksonville
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was great start to finish! We highly recommend!!
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RubenC
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 14, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Jennifer (one of the twins) services acumen was simply flawless. Thanks so much and looking forward to our next visit. Robin and Ruben Carrillo Orlando, FL
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Heidi
Jacksonville
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on October 10, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lunch was actually good today. I had the Asian Tuna Salad and my friend had the Salmon. Both dishes were plentiful and good. It was a beautiful day to enjoy their deck with an amazing view. Service was great we had Jeffrey as our server. While the restaurant tends to be hit or miss, today was a good experience.
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PaulaW
Hawaii
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 7, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Bartender was not responsive when we sat at the bar. One of our party of 4 actually was able to order a drink. Then when we sat at our table, we waited long enough that my husband finally asked the hostess if we had wait staff for our table. We ate at The Reef the previous week and it was a better experience.
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SadInWC
Jacksonville
20 reviews
vip
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on October 4, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The view was spectacular. The food was well prepared and very timely. We really enjoyed our meals. Seafood galore. No desserts to offer was kind of a bummer and quite unexpected. We would visit again, but bring our own dessert.
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WilliamM
Orlando
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 2, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was excellent and the service was outstanding
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OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 30, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Good drinks, food was pretty good. Nice spot on the beach.
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Great
Charleston
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on September 29, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Exceptional service -great food and view was amazing
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FLJoe
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 28, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Great place with great food. Unfortunately the weather was such that everything had to be closed up. Looking forward to returning when we can sit outside.
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Bill
Jacksonville
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 24, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We enjoyed the dinner , service and view. It was very quiet in the restaurant and we enjoyed the meal and evening.
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OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 24, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The waitstaff was great! The view is beautiful. The food was good but not a fine dining brunch. The eggs were not fresh but rather a spongy egg substitute consistency. Good enough to eat and to go for the view.
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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

The Reef of St. Augustine does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. The Reef of St. Augustine also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (904) 824-8008.

The Reef of St. Augustine is rated 4.5 stars by 2336 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 9, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 29 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Reef of St. Augustine

4100 Coastal Highway, St. Augustine, FL 32084

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
We are located on A1A across from North Beach Camp Resort & Euclid Ave.
Neighborhood
St. Augustine
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There is free parking in front of our building and there is also additional parking available across the street. There is usually a sign out front pointing to the extra lot.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Denzel Aponte
Entertainment
Live music in the bar Friday and Saturday evenings. Solo guitarist During Sunday Brunch.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thereefstaugustine.com/
Phone number
(904) 824-8008
Private party facilities
A spectacular oceanfront venue, The Reef offers facilities for beach ceremonies, receptions, & more! In addition to seating for up to 70 guests, our Ocean’s Edge venue features a private bar, dance floor, & 2 covered balconies.Contact our Event Coordinator at catalinadanielleevents@gmail.comWebsite: https://thereefstaugustine.com/private-events/

The Reef of St. Augustine

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Popular dishes

Atlantic Salmon

Fish and Chips

Salmon Benedict

Menu

Main

Chicken Strips

Cheese Pizza

Fried Shrimp

Cheese Burger

Macaroni & Cheese

What 2,336 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Screening

FAQs

Does The Reef of St. Augustine offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Reef of St. Augustine restaurant rated?

Is The Reef of St. Augustine currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information