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

The Reef of St. Augustine

4.6 (2714)
$31 to $50
Seafood
4100 Coastal Highway, St. Augustine, FL 32084

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
The Reef, originally called Comptons, was built by the Usina family on a beautiful piece of oceanfront property, owned by the family for generations, located on tranquil North Beach, three miles north of the Usina Bridge. 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, 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 Denzel Aponte' has created a menu primarily of fish and seafood balanced with beef, poultry pasta and creative specials, always fresh and sourced locally whenever possible.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • 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

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What 2,714 people are saying

The Reef of St. Augustine reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Jacksonville / Northeast Florida

    Great for scenic views

  • Jacksonville / Northeast Florida

    Seafood

  • St. Augustine

    Best Ambiance

  • St. Augustine

    Great for brunch

  • St. Augustine

    Good for groups

  • St. Augustine

    Hot spot

  • St. Augustine

    Neighborhood gem

  • St. Augustine

    Great for outdoor dining

  • St. Augustine

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Reef of St. Augustine offers "top tier service" in a "beautiful oceanfront location." Guests rave about the "amazing view" and "delicious food," with highlights like lobster risotto and seafood pasta. The brunch is "amazing," offering great value with large portions. While some reviews note occasional service hiccups, the overall experience is highly praised for its ambiance and quality.
2,714 Reviews

  1. Shawn

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great dinner! The food and drinks were great. The salmon and prime rib were excellent and I had one of the best Old Fashions. Would highly recommend!

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  2. Carl

    Atlanta4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was absolutely fantastic. The view was excellent. No music in the restaurant, I found that to be unsettling. I like background music when I’m out for a nice dinner.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Jacksonville / Northeast Florida3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Jennifer gave top tier service for what you would expect from fine dining, food was very fresh and delicious, will definitely be back!

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  4. James

    Orlando / Central Florida East5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have wanted to eat at The Reef to try it and especially because it’s on the beach with her beautiful ocean view. The view did not disappoint. The service and wait staff and food was excellent.

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  5. Penny

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated our 8th wedding anniversary. The Reef and the staff made our special day memorable. The food was outstanding! And our server had such great personality and her attention to details on point. Thank you for the complimentary desert for our Anniversary. We will be back!

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  6. Thomas

    San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice restaurant right on the beach. Has some parking available. Server was prompt and pleasant. We started with calamari which had a tasty breading of a bit heavier than i would have preferred. It was served with a hot sauce which was not my favorite but was good if you like that. I had the seafood pasta, which was flavorful with nice seafood portions and buccatini. My wife had a Mahi club, which was very good and came with a Caribbean slaw which was excellent with a touch of sweet. The island sauce on the Mahi was also an interesting and tasty addition. They even brought a free keylime pie for dessert, which was very flavorful.

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  7. Lawrence

    Jacksonville / Northeast Florida10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great the food and service was outstanding

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  8. AliceG

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is out second time here and is did not disappoint . We requested a window table as it was our anniversary. We got a great table and server.. Taylor was attentive , friendly and made great suggestions about the menu and what to choose . Lobster risotto was amazing and the crab legs were the best i have had! Fried cheese appetizers were amazing as were the brussel sprouts. Taylor topped the night with a complementary dessert for our anniversary.. key lime pie was perfect! We WILL be back!

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  9. Mendi

    Alabama1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 29, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing brunch- the portions are large and delicious! Great price for the amount and quality of the food. Sea view and mimosas make the experience even better. Loved it and will definitely return!

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  10. James VIP

    New York City29 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 28, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Always enjoyed the Reef until this visit. Food was average and, service non-involved.

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FAQs

The Reef of St. Augustine offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (904) 824-8008.

The Reef of St. Augustine is rated 4.6 stars by 2714 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
Google Map for The Reef of St. Augustine

4100 Coastal Highway, St. Augustine, FL 32084

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
    $31 to $50
  • 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/
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