Tiffany Marie's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Fun tour with a free tasting! They have lots of great gift options inside their shop. A lot of people love their restaurant, Ice Plant. The food and service have been hit or miss for me but they have amazing bartenders who can mix up just about anything.
159 locals recommend
St. Augustine Distillery
112 Riberia StFun tour with a free tasting! They have lots of great gift options inside their shop. A lot of people love their restaurant, Ice Plant. The food and service have been hit or miss for me but they have amazing bartenders who can mix up just about anything.
Another free booze tour! It’s a nice way to burn up some time and get out of the weather. A great gift shop filled with things you can bring home to share with family and friends. On the weekends they open the rooftop and have lite bites and live music. On a beautiful day sipping sangria and listening to music isn’t the worst way to spend your time.
183 locals recommend
San Sebastian Winery
157 King StAnother free booze tour! It’s a nice way to burn up some time and get out of the weather. A great gift shop filled with things you can bring home to share with family and friends. On the weekends they open the rooftop and have lite bites and live music. On a beautiful day sipping sangria and listening to music isn’t the worst way to spend your time.
Saturday morning must do! Great local produce, prepared foods, artists and musicians. It’s very busy so be prepared for parking delays but there is plenty of space for everyone to move around. The later you go, the more of a chance you have for vendors to be out of their offerings. They have mimosas and bloody Mary’s, along with other alcoholic beverages, available for you to stroll with too.
46 locals recommend
The Old City Farmers Market
1370-1380 A1A Scenic and Historic Coastal BywaySaturday morning must do! Great local produce, prepared foods, artists and musicians. It’s very busy so be prepared for parking delays but there is plenty of space for everyone to move around. The later you go, the more of a chance you have for vendors to be out of their offerings. They have mimosas and bloody Mary’s, along with other alcoholic beverages, available for you to stroll with too.
Inside of Anastasia State Park you can rent all sorts of water sports toys to enjoy at an hourly or daily rate. It’s a great way to explore the area and the beaches are a bit more exclusive and less crowded than some of the other local public options.
13 locals recommend
Anastasia Watersports
850 Anastasia Park RdInside of Anastasia State Park you can rent all sorts of water sports toys to enjoy at an hourly or daily rate. It’s a great way to explore the area and the beaches are a bit more exclusive and less crowded than some of the other local public options.
You can rent scooters and golf carts to sightsee around town here! It is very close to the Uptown Attic.
12 locals recommend
Solano Cycle of St Augustine
100 San Marco AveYou can rent scooters and golf carts to sightsee around town here! It is very close to the Uptown Attic.
Another trolley tour option in the city. This one leaves from Ripley’s Believe it or Not.
Red Train Tours
Another trolley tour option in the city. This one leaves from Ripley’s Believe it or Not.
My friend, Sean Crofutt, owns this business. He’s also a local firefighter. He does a wonderful job showing our guests a different city perspective from the water. The tour leaves from
The Conch House Marina. The restaurant has mediocre food and drinks but the tiki booths are fun. The bar further down the dock is unique! Lots of fishermen telling their tall tales over a cold drink.
St Augustine Boat Tours
My friend, Sean Crofutt, owns this business. He’s also a local firefighter. He does a wonderful job showing our guests a different city perspective from the water. The tour leaves from
The Conch House Marina. The restaurant has mediocre food and drinks but the tiki booths are fun. The bar further down the dock is unique! Lots of fishermen telling their tall tales over a cold drink.
This is actually one of the Top 10 Amphitheaters in the US. The ambiance, the acoustics, and the lighting is phenomenal. They have done a great job creating a space uniquely STA. Like every concert venue, food and beverage are expensive but well worth the money to enjoy the right show! This venue also hosts a Farmer's Market every Saturday morning. We love to walk around and listen to live music and enjoy all of the local and food and beverage vendors as well as the artisans. This is part of our routine as often as possible.
166 locals recommend
The St. Augustine Amphitheatre
1340C A1A SThis is actually one of the Top 10 Amphitheaters in the US. The ambiance, the acoustics, and the lighting is phenomenal. They have done a great job creating a space uniquely STA. Like every concert venue, food and beverage are expensive but well worth the money to enjoy the right show! This venue also hosts a Farmer's Market every Saturday morning. We love to walk around and listen to live music and enjoy all of the local and food and beverage vendors as well as the artisans. This is part of our routine as often as possible.
Check out their website to view local events and shows that may be in town during your stay with us!
Visit St. Augustine
85 Riberia StCheck out their website to view local events and shows that may be in town during your stay with us!
Step back into time at this old fashioned bowling alley. This is a divey spot to throw back a few pitchers of beer and eat junk food. Have zero expectations but leave pleasantly surprised by the cheap entertainment and strong drinks.
10 locals recommend
Anastasia Bowling Lanes
3245 A1A SStep back into time at this old fashioned bowling alley. This is a divey spot to throw back a few pitchers of beer and eat junk food. Have zero expectations but leave pleasantly surprised by the cheap entertainment and strong drinks.
Looking for the perfect glass of wine in Uptown? This is the spot. Right in the heart of the Uptown Neighborhood, Carrera Wines in a female owned small business that is family operated. It is a friendly cozy spot for you to duck and enjoy a glass or several. The inventory is expertly picked and there is something for everyone.
11 locals recommend
Carrera Wine Cellar
35 San Marco AveLooking for the perfect glass of wine in Uptown? This is the spot. Right in the heart of the Uptown Neighborhood, Carrera Wines in a female owned small business that is family operated. It is a friendly cozy spot for you to duck and enjoy a glass or several. The inventory is expertly picked and there is something for everyone.
Food scene
This is our all time favorite restaurant in STA. It is more fine dining and will require a reservation. You can call them directly or make it on OpenTable. It is a hidden gem, so much so that a lot of times even locals don't know about it. You have to ask for Esteban or Jorge to take care of you. Adam and Diana are awesome too. Tell them you are Tiffany and Carlos' guests at our Airbnb. We are there a couple of times a week!
10 locals recommend
Old City House Inn & Restaurant
115 Cordova StThis is our all time favorite restaurant in STA. It is more fine dining and will require a reservation. You can call them directly or make it on OpenTable. It is a hidden gem, so much so that a lot of times even locals don't know about it. You have to ask for Esteban or Jorge to take care of you. Adam and Diana are awesome too. Tell them you are Tiffany and Carlos' guests at our Airbnb. We are there a couple of times a week!
This is a culinary experience and a must! Llama is curated experience for an adventurous diner. It is unlike anything else we have in STA. Marcel is the Owner and Executive Chef and he is masterful. You have to check out their sizzle reel on social media to get hyped up for your experience. This is a very small restaurant and also requires reservations. You can make one on OpenTable. Pro Tip: Show up right before your reservation. There is not a functional bar inside and no where to hang before your table is ready. Odd Birds, also on the list, is just across the street and Marcel can often be found there behind the bar or in the kitchen so it has his endorsement for sure!
63 locals recommend
Llama Restaurant
415 Anastasia BlvdThis is a culinary experience and a must! Llama is curated experience for an adventurous diner. It is unlike anything else we have in STA. Marcel is the Owner and Executive Chef and he is masterful. You have to check out their sizzle reel on social media to get hyped up for your experience. This is a very small restaurant and also requires reservations. You can make one on OpenTable. Pro Tip: Show up right before your reservation. There is not a functional bar inside and no where to hang before your table is ready. Odd Birds, also on the list, is just across the street and Marcel can often be found there behind the bar or in the kitchen so it has his endorsement for sure!
This is one of our favorite spots for lunch but they have an incredible dinner experience as well. Owners, Nick and Christie, have taken what was a pop up street event and turned it into a full service restaurant. They made it look so easy! Wonderful people and amazing food. You can walk in for lunch but dinner is reservation only and it is a plated coursed meal. You will need to make a reservation for that and you pay in advance. You do that on their website.
Asado Life
This is one of our favorite spots for lunch but they have an incredible dinner experience as well. Owners, Nick and Christie, have taken what was a pop up street event and turned it into a full service restaurant. They made it look so easy! Wonderful people and amazing food. You can walk in for lunch but dinner is reservation only and it is a plated coursed meal. You will need to make a reservation for that and you pay in advance. You do that on their website.
This is my favorite sushi spot in town. We love sitting at the sushi bar and talking to the chefs. Sometimes they even hook you up with a free appetizer. It is a very modern clean environment. They are only beer and wine... and sake of course but great options. They are about to expand the restaurant and will then have a full bar!
20 locals recommend
Green Papaya Thai & Sushi Cuisine
841 S Ponce De Leon BlvdThis is my favorite sushi spot in town. We love sitting at the sushi bar and talking to the chefs. Sometimes they even hook you up with a free appetizer. It is a very modern clean environment. They are only beer and wine... and sake of course but great options. They are about to expand the restaurant and will then have a full bar!
The Uptown neighborhood spot is the perfect breakfast/brunch/lunch spot for a quick healthy meal. Jen owns the place and does a wonderful job catering to all sorts of dietary preferences and restrictions. I LOVE their black magic coffee and their cookies are to die for.
22 locals recommend
Juniper Market
48 San Marco AveThe Uptown neighborhood spot is the perfect breakfast/brunch/lunch spot for a quick healthy meal. Jen owns the place and does a wonderful job catering to all sorts of dietary preferences and restrictions. I LOVE their black magic coffee and their cookies are to die for.
A beautiful white clean space with an adorable courtyard, this full service restaurant located in Uptown is a crowd favorite. The menu is simple and fresh with menu items that highlight local cuisine.
27 locals recommend
Sunday
73 San Marco AveA beautiful white clean space with an adorable courtyard, this full service restaurant located in Uptown is a crowd favorite. The menu is simple and fresh with menu items that highlight local cuisine.
Best ice cream in town by far!! Each of our stays receives a free scoop from this awesome little shop in Uptown. Tessa, who purchased The STA Scoop at 19 during the pandemic has done an amazing job capturing the hearts and stomaches of us locals and I love to share it with our guests. Ask about the Scoop It Forward Program. Such a great way to do something unexpected for a stranger. Also, our 12 year old son, can be found in there after school most days helping to run the cash register and learn the ropes.
The St. Augustine Scoop
78 A San Marco AveBest ice cream in town by far!! Each of our stays receives a free scoop from this awesome little shop in Uptown. Tessa, who purchased The STA Scoop at 19 during the pandemic has done an amazing job capturing the hearts and stomaches of us locals and I love to share it with our guests. Ask about the Scoop It Forward Program. Such a great way to do something unexpected for a stranger. Also, our 12 year old son, can be found in there after school most days helping to run the cash register and learn the ropes.
A unique dining experience located at our little STA Airport. The food is phenomenal and we have seen some really amazing military aircrafts and gorgeous private planes while having dinner. It is certainly a different experience worth checking out.
Hangar One Bistro Airport Eatery & Bar
4900 US-1A unique dining experience located at our little STA Airport. The food is phenomenal and we have seen some really amazing military aircrafts and gorgeous private planes while having dinner. It is certainly a different experience worth checking out.
What could be better than grilled cheese and arcade games... adding a substantial tap offering and live music is the answer! This corky little place is family friendly(ish) by day and adult by night. The grilled cheese variety is interesting and there is something for everyone. Worth a stop, especially if you are looking for an indoor activity too where you can escape the rain and/or heat.
31 locals recommend
Sarbez!
115 Anastasia BlvdWhat could be better than grilled cheese and arcade games... adding a substantial tap offering and live music is the answer! This corky little place is family friendly(ish) by day and adult by night. The grilled cheese variety is interesting and there is something for everyone. Worth a stop, especially if you are looking for an indoor activity too where you can escape the rain and/or heat.
A quick service taco shop with lots of international inspiration! There are all sorts of interesting varieties and they can serve all sorts of dietary preferences and restrictions. You order at the counter and can sit in one of their outdoor seating areas OR you can bring it next door to the brewery, Old Coast Ales, which I highly recommend.
74 locals recommend
Osprey Tacos
300 Anastasia BlvdA quick service taco shop with lots of international inspiration! There are all sorts of interesting varieties and they can serve all sorts of dietary preferences and restrictions. You order at the counter and can sit in one of their outdoor seating areas OR you can bring it next door to the brewery, Old Coast Ales, which I highly recommend.
Love the vibe here. Family friendly (for a bar) and definitely animal friendly. Bring your tacos over from Osprey Tacos and enjoy your meal while sipping on one or several of their in house beers. They have kombucha and some wine varieties as well.
53 locals recommend
Old Coast Ales
300 Anastasia BlvdLove the vibe here. Family friendly (for a bar) and definitely animal friendly. Bring your tacos over from Osprey Tacos and enjoy your meal while sipping on one or several of their in house beers. They have kombucha and some wine varieties as well.
Mojo BBQ is great! They have a lot more seating than most places in town so you tend to be able to get a table here faster. Pro Tip: Seating around the bar, even the larger tables, are first come first serve. If you aren't in a rush, snag one of those tables if you see it open if there is a wait at the front. We love Mike and Monique there.
66 locals recommend
MOJO Old City BBQ
5 Cordova StMojo BBQ is great! They have a lot more seating than most places in town so you tend to be able to get a table here faster. Pro Tip: Seating around the bar, even the larger tables, are first come first serve. If you aren't in a rush, snag one of those tables if you see it open if there is a wait at the front. We love Mike and Monique there.
This is a fun pub open very late... for STA. This is where all of the industry folks go when they leave their shifts. We love their chicken sliders and their Fried Oreos are amazing! You have to pop in even if it is just for dessert and a cocktail. They have live music in a little room upstairs sometimes too.
31 locals recommend
Barley Republic Public House
48 Spanish StThis is a fun pub open very late... for STA. This is where all of the industry folks go when they leave their shifts. We love their chicken sliders and their Fried Oreos are amazing! You have to pop in even if it is just for dessert and a cocktail. They have live music in a little room upstairs sometimes too.
A newer addition to the downtown food scene, we love this Mexican option. The braised short rib anything is amazing and we also like to get a side of pico to add to their white queso. YUM! Drinks are great and the view couldn't be more beautiful.
Casa Reina Taqueria & Tequila
A newer addition to the downtown food scene, we love this Mexican option. The braised short rib anything is amazing and we also like to get a side of pico to add to their white queso. YUM! Drinks are great and the view couldn't be more beautiful.
This restaurant was perfectly renovated and it is an awesome spot to perch for an appetizer and drink or dessert and a cocktail. It wouldn't be my first dinner option but I really think it is hit or miss depending on what you order. Each area of the restaurant has it's own unique menu so make sure you check out which one is in the area of your choice!
River & Fort Restaurant & Roof Top Lounge
This restaurant was perfectly renovated and it is an awesome spot to perch for an appetizer and drink or dessert and a cocktail. It wouldn't be my first dinner option but I really think it is hit or miss depending on what you order. Each area of the restaurant has it's own unique menu so make sure you check out which one is in the area of your choice!
Lot's of plant based and healthy options here! I always run into friends at this spot. It is small but there are several tables inside and out and a little counter you can sit up at.
Buena Onda Cafe
Lot's of plant based and healthy options here! I always run into friends at this spot. It is small but there are several tables inside and out and a little counter you can sit up at.
BYOF (Bring Your Own FOOD) but this downtown brewery has great energy and games the whole family can enjoy. They often have live music too!
59 locals recommend
Dog Rose Brewing Company
77 Bridge StBYOF (Bring Your Own FOOD) but this downtown brewery has great energy and games the whole family can enjoy. They often have live music too!
Formerly Cellar 6, this restaurant and craft cocktail spot now goes by Forgotten Tonic. Their menu is well rounded and their selections of libations is plentiful. If you are visiting during the holidays, Forgotten Tonic is a must stop. Naughty named cocktails and the best spirit in town.
41 locals recommend
Cellar 6
6 Aviles StFormerly Cellar 6, this restaurant and craft cocktail spot now goes by Forgotten Tonic. Their menu is well rounded and their selections of libations is plentiful. If you are visiting during the holidays, Forgotten Tonic is a must stop. Naughty named cocktails and the best spirit in town.
Great for the basics, an app and a beer! Love the wings and beer cheese soup. There is a great local musician rotation too. We love sitting downstairs in the bar and at one of the tables overlooking the water. Awesome people watching entertainment.
105 locals recommend
A1A Ale Works Restaurant & Taproom
1 King StGreat for the basics, an app and a beer! Love the wings and beer cheese soup. There is a great local musician rotation too. We love sitting downstairs in the bar and at one of the tables overlooking the water. Awesome people watching entertainment.
The menu is small but solid. The reason you go really is the artistry of the bartenders and the cocktail creations being made. Give them your favorite liquor and watch the magic happen.
261 locals recommend
Ice Plant Bar
110 Riberia StThe menu is small but solid. The reason you go really is the artistry of the bartenders and the cocktail creations being made. Give them your favorite liquor and watch the magic happen.
Beautiful waterfront option downtown. The restaurant group that did this build out really did a wonderful job reviving an old warehouse and brightening the community. You can make a reservation which is helpful and suggested. They have very consistent food.
95 locals recommend
St. Augustine Fish Camp
142 Riberia StBeautiful waterfront option downtown. The restaurant group that did this build out really did a wonderful job reviving an old warehouse and brightening the community. You can make a reservation which is helpful and suggested. They have very consistent food.
This is a new classic. I used to go here as a child when it was the restaurant by a different name, Creekside. The environment is scenic with a huge porch right on the water. Most recently we have enjoyed their brunch menu and bottomless Mimosa and Bloody Mary options.
St. Augustine Fish House & Oyster Company
This is a new classic. I used to go here as a child when it was the restaurant by a different name, Creekside. The environment is scenic with a huge porch right on the water. Most recently we have enjoyed their brunch menu and bottomless Mimosa and Bloody Mary options.
This local favorite is as its name describes, Florida to its core. From the Florida beers on draft to the locally baked breads they use for their sandwiches to the fried green tomato appetizer, all of the southern Florida bases are covered. They have gluten free and vegetarian/vegan options and plenty of meat and potatoes for those without the restrictions. You will love this restaurant if you are looking for comfort food downtown.
189 locals recommend
The Floridian Restaurant
72 Spanish StThis local favorite is as its name describes, Florida to its core. From the Florida beers on draft to the locally baked breads they use for their sandwiches to the fried green tomato appetizer, all of the southern Florida bases are covered. They have gluten free and vegetarian/vegan options and plenty of meat and potatoes for those without the restrictions. You will love this restaurant if you are looking for comfort food downtown.
This restaurant is like stepping into your grandmother's home but the menu will surprise and delight you. They have a great deal of offerings that cater to dietary restrictions of all varieties. There is limited parking and seating but if you are wanting to get out of the crowded downtown district and venture into a local neighborhood, this is a great choice.
31 locals recommend
The Back 40 Urban Cafe
40 South Dixie HighwayThis restaurant is like stepping into your grandmother's home but the menu will surprise and delight you. They have a great deal of offerings that cater to dietary restrictions of all varieties. There is limited parking and seating but if you are wanting to get out of the crowded downtown district and venture into a local neighborhood, this is a great choice.
Let me start by saying, YES, they have parking. It is BEHIND the building. A lot of people get deterred by this and don't stop in but they should. This is a fun twist on healthy food. They have a lot of offerings that will meet any dietary need or preference you have. It is fast casual and perfect to grab on your way to the beach or downtown to picnic bay front or fort-side.
65 locals recommend
Crave
135 King StLet me start by saying, YES, they have parking. It is BEHIND the building. A lot of people get deterred by this and don't stop in but they should. This is a fun twist on healthy food. They have a lot of offerings that will meet any dietary need or preference you have. It is fast casual and perfect to grab on your way to the beach or downtown to picnic bay front or fort-side.
This place is SOOOO much more than just a juice spot. Their juices are amazing though. Carlos and I first fell in love with them when they would showcase at the Farmer's Market at The Amp on Saturday mornings. Breakfast and lunch is divine too. Their "roots" side is my favorite. You don't have to feel guilty about this choice. I also have done 3 - 10 days juices with them. AMAZING! I highly recommend them.
18 locals recommend
Creative Juices Natural Cafe
846 Anastasia BlvdThis place is SOOOO much more than just a juice spot. Their juices are amazing though. Carlos and I first fell in love with them when they would showcase at the Farmer's Market at The Amp on Saturday mornings. Breakfast and lunch is divine too. Their "roots" side is my favorite. You don't have to feel guilty about this choice. I also have done 3 - 10 days juices with them. AMAZING! I highly recommend them.
If you pull up to this place and ask yourself, "Why has she taken me to a gas station?" you have made it to the right spot. I promise, this food will delight and you can count on them to be open when they say they will be... like even during a hurricane. If they have electricity and you can get there, they are serving you! Love the pizza, wings, Caesar salad, and calzones.
56 locals recommend
Carmelo's Pizzeria
146 W King StIf you pull up to this place and ask yourself, "Why has she taken me to a gas station?" you have made it to the right spot. I promise, this food will delight and you can count on them to be open when they say they will be... like even during a hurricane. If they have electricity and you can get there, they are serving you! Love the pizza, wings, Caesar salad, and calzones.
These guys are big in community partnerships. The food is delicious and will make you feel right at home. They do have a few picnic tables out front but primarily they encourage you to come in and pick it up for consumption offsite. So if you are hoping for a cozy night at The Uptown Attic, grab something delicious from them and head on over.
Murf's Homestyle Togo
These guys are big in community partnerships. The food is delicious and will make you feel right at home. They do have a few picnic tables out front but primarily they encourage you to come in and pick it up for consumption offsite. So if you are hoping for a cozy night at The Uptown Attic, grab something delicious from them and head on over.
This is a local CUPcake place that ships their goodies all over the country but also do a lot of private events around town... like mine and Carlos' wedding back in 2009. They have vegan and gluten free options and many flavors including a limited time option. Consider them if you are celebrating something special and want to have a surprise set up in the room for your arrival.
9 locals recommend
Luli's Cupcakes
82 San Marco AveThis is a local CUPcake place that ships their goodies all over the country but also do a lot of private events around town... like mine and Carlos' wedding back in 2009. They have vegan and gluten free options and many flavors including a limited time option. Consider them if you are celebrating something special and want to have a surprise set up in the room for your arrival.
Another cupcake spot we love. Super moist cupcakes and they have minis!! I am not sure if their storefront is open anymore or if they are only doing pre-orders but if you are a planner and want something delicious and beautiful, this is a great option. The Marilyn Monroe is my absolute favorite.
Sweet City Cupcakes
Another cupcake spot we love. Super moist cupcakes and they have minis!! I am not sure if their storefront is open anymore or if they are only doing pre-orders but if you are a planner and want something delicious and beautiful, this is a great option. The Marilyn Monroe is my absolute favorite.
Carlos and I just found this place in 2023 but it is a St. Augustine staple! Listen to the specials before you make up your mind because the chef (who is also Puerto Rican just like Carlos) creates amazing dishes each night. They can also accommodate every dietary restrictions.
45 locals recommend
Michael's St. Augustine
25 Cuna StCarlos and I just found this place in 2023 but it is a St. Augustine staple! Listen to the specials before you make up your mind because the chef (who is also Puerto Rican just like Carlos) creates amazing dishes each night. They can also accommodate every dietary restrictions.
Great new addition to the neighborhood!! Chef Barry Honan is masterful. He is a former alumnus of a 3-Star Michelin restaurant, Le Bernadin in NYC. He also worked for big names in the food game such as Eleven Madison Park, Alinea, Per Se, and The French Laundry. Don’t be intimidated though… his food is practical and approachable for even the most timid of eaters. He also has GF and Vegan options covering all dietary restrictions. You will not be disappointed and it’s only 600 feet from our little Uptown Attic!
Lotus Noodle Bar
Great new addition to the neighborhood!! Chef Barry Honan is masterful. He is a former alumnus of a 3-Star Michelin restaurant, Le Bernadin in NYC. He also worked for big names in the food game such as Eleven Madison Park, Alinea, Per Se, and The French Laundry. Don’t be intimidated though… his food is practical and approachable for even the most timid of eaters. He also has GF and Vegan options covering all dietary restrictions. You will not be disappointed and it’s only 600 feet from our little Uptown Attic!
This isn’t “just a bar” but it does only serve beer and wine. Brian the Owner is passionate about music and recruits some of the best local talent you will find in town. A great hang and a hidden gem on one of STA’s busiest streets.
Pierre's Pub
This isn’t “just a bar” but it does only serve beer and wine. Brian the Owner is passionate about music and recruits some of the best local talent you will find in town. A great hang and a hidden gem on one of STA’s busiest streets.
The newest addition to our Uptown Neighborhood, this bodega with tap room is a gem! We love this spot. Need something for your stay, they likely have it. Want to grab a beer or wine before dinner, they have a space for you. Want a low key night, order a pizza at Borrillo’s and bring it over to the tap room and enjoy. Meet the locals and support our budding Uptown scene. Owners, Liz and Sam, are the best humans and you will often find their kids entertaining bar patrons with magic tricks!
Spinster Abbott's Bodega
The newest addition to our Uptown Neighborhood, this bodega with tap room is a gem! We love this spot. Need something for your stay, they likely have it. Want to grab a beer or wine before dinner, they have a space for you. Want a low key night, order a pizza at Borrillo’s and bring it over to the tap room and enjoy. Meet the locals and support our budding Uptown scene. Owners, Liz and Sam, are the best humans and you will often find their kids entertaining bar patrons with magic tricks!
Brought to us by none other than Michael Lugo, Pesca is one of the newest additions to Vilano Beach. The dining room is absolutely stunning but the views and tastes from the rooftop bar is where it is at. Excited to see this restaurant take root in the community!
Pesca By Michaels
Brought to us by none other than Michael Lugo, Pesca is one of the newest additions to Vilano Beach. The dining room is absolutely stunning but the views and tastes from the rooftop bar is where it is at. Excited to see this restaurant take root in the community!
Just a stones throw from The Uptown Attic, this sultry jazz bar and dining option plays well to the more adventurous diner. Complicated dishes, sophisticated cocktails, and beautiful sounds are a great option for those looking for something a little more than a quick and easy meal. It’s a small dining room so reservations are always recommended and there is a minimum dress code. Flip flops and jean shorts are probably not going to cut it!
Chez L'Amour
Just a stones throw from The Uptown Attic, this sultry jazz bar and dining option plays well to the more adventurous diner. Complicated dishes, sophisticated cocktails, and beautiful sounds are a great option for those looking for something a little more than a quick and easy meal. It’s a small dining room so reservations are always recommended and there is a minimum dress code. Flip flops and jean shorts are probably not going to cut it!
This owner/chef is a repeat offender on our favorite spot list. Chef Micahel Lugo of Michael’s and Peaca has created yet again a must try concept nestled perfectly into one of STA’s most historical areas. The cuisine and service are top notch serving French favorites in an upscale environment. We are glad to see what was one of our favorite places before closing, The Preserved, become this new neighborhood classic and we are thrilled they are open for lunch! The dish sizes are on the smaller size but it encourages you to space out courses and make it an experience.
La Nouvelle Bistro
This owner/chef is a repeat offender on our favorite spot list. Chef Micahel Lugo of Michael’s and Peaca has created yet again a must try concept nestled perfectly into one of STA’s most historical areas. The cuisine and service are top notch serving French favorites in an upscale environment. We are glad to see what was one of our favorite places before closing, The Preserved, become this new neighborhood classic and we are thrilled they are open for lunch! The dish sizes are on the smaller size but it encourages you to space out courses and make it an experience.