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Caps On The Water

4325 Myrtle St, St. Augustine, FL, 32084
  • (904) 824-8794
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  • Brad M.

    Wish I could give this resturaunt Negative stars. Terrible Service and horrible food. Ordered a burger well done and it came out practically still mooing. They replaced the burger an hour after taking the first. Then it came back burnt. I noticed many people were drinking here. The food is AWFUL and overpriced! Do not go here unless you like to drink. I think people there were so drunk they couldn't taste the food. Don't do it to yourself if you're a food lover. Great view, terrible service, and even worse food.

    (1)

  • Blaire B.

    Love, love, LOVED this place. This restaurant is on some sort of river (sorry my FL geography is very poor) and it is almost entirely outside, under the shade of some gorgeous old trees. SUPER CUTE. I'll bet at night this place is pretty damn romantic, with all the trees being lit up. The food was delicious. We started with oysters that came with the usual fixins but also a "champagne mignonette" that was heavenly on the oysters. Next we shared the She Crab soup., which was actually fairly disappointing. I ordered the blackened scallop appetizer for my entree. SO GOOD. The calamari salad that came with it was amazing as well. The man had the crab cake, which he said was one of the best he has ever had and this one knows his seafood. We also had some frozen tropical drinks that were delicious and wonderfully presented. Service was stellar as well. We actually arrived about 30 min. before their official opening time, but rather than making us wait in the car they were nice enough to seat us and serve us drinks. You would think that would be a no-brainer, but you'd be surprised how many restaurants forget that the customer is usually right.

    (5)

  • Ben G.

    II can't recall a more breathtaking water view at any other restaurant I have visited. You get that... I'm on "Gilligan's Island" feeling. Sadly, the wait staff was friendly and quick. I say sadly because this is the kind of place you never want to leave. My wife ordered the linguine and clams. It was served with about a dozen fresh clams still in the shell. Oddly enough the sauce contained onions and carrots that were slightly under done. Onions and carrots in linguine and clams? Nevertheless she still enjoyed the dish. I decided on the Jambalaya which was very good but not on par with New Orleans. Food wise, nothing is on par with New Orleans although Charleston comes close. Prices are in the three star range which seems fair. What got me was the appetizers were only a buck or two lower in price then the entrée. Bottom line - I'd go here again even if they only served warm lettuce sandwiches.

    (4)

  • Chely H.

    One of my favorites! Great location, people and food! You can come by boat, bike or car. Beautiful views, the eating areas and everything about this place is perfect. I am never disappointed. If you have a chance to dine here it's definitely a must!

    (5)

  • Vinny G.

    This was our first time at Cap's and we were very happy with the food, service and beach atmosphere. The fish was fresh, and you eat overlooking the inter-coastal. What's not to like? My wife had the shrimp tacos ($13), and it was one of her favorites. I had the calamari salad ($15) which had tons of baby roasted calamari with an interesting ginger dressing. Greens were crisp. The oysters were good but pricey ($12 for a half dozen Chesapeake) and not up to the rest of the meal. Drink prices were fair around $5-6 for beers, and the service was friendly. Overall, a really nice place for a meal.

    (4)

  • Samantha C.

    Every trip to visit my MIL requires a dinner or lunch at Caps (if I had it my way it would be every meal). We've been going there once or more a year, visiting from the mid-west. We are foodies and LOVE LOVE LOVE Caps. The Vanilla Grouper is to die for. So is the Sesame Seared Tuna. Seating outside on the Inter-coastal is fabulous. They have wonderful oysters too. I wish I visited Florida more often just so I could go to Caps. I really love the Spanish moss dripping from the trees, miss the old tire swing my teen used to play on when she was little. My death row last meal would be from Caps. (morbid I know) Please please please never ever close down, I'd absolutely die.

    (5)

  • Gaby S.

    If you are looking for a place to enjoy the St. Augustine coast and the great food, then this is it. The views are spectacular. Try to be there by sunset because the view will just amaze you. As per the food, well it is good. The appetizers were delicious. We ordered the lobster bites, oysters on the shell, and the fish dip. All of three were superb and would definitely order again. But the main entrees were just ok. I ordered the trigerfish blackened and it came with rice, plantains, and red beans (weird seafood sides if you asked me). The kitchen blackened my fish a little too much. I would even say that one side was a on the edge of being burned. My boyfriend ordered the crabby flounder. The crab cakes were delicious but the fried flounder was ok. The biggest disappointment was the service. We had a party of 10 and they sat us on the tables that was clearly for 8 people max. The waitress barely gave us any service. She took the drink order for one side of the table, but not the other. She also forgot the drink orders of two people. It was just not what I was expecting for service. But, to be fair, we did go on a saturday night. The place was jammed with people. I would definitely go back. I would ask for my fish to be grilled, too see how they cook it, and I would try to make it before dinner rush hour, to really experience the service.

    (4)

  • Mike B.

    Great view, nice deck and very relaxing. As far as the food, it was ok. I would say if you are going there make sure it is a nice day and just sit outside and have a drink and the rest will come. None of the food blew me away, but it wasn't bad either. I would go back for the scene though.

    (4)

  • Tim K.

    Went on a friend's recommendation and was glad I did. Nice view. Great food and good service. A bit out of the way but worth it.

    (4)

  • Nathan U.

    Nice secluded seafood restaurant sort of "off the beaten path" but with a very nice view of the inter coastal waterway. The restaurant has a wooden dock the extends out from an outdoor seating area that allows a beautiful view of the water while you eat. The day I visited was chilly out, so we ate in an indoor partion that was heated, but still had a great view. I ordered the fish nuggets with a house salad as a substitution for the fries. The "nuggets" were actually more like three or four good size Haddock filets. The batter was fantastic, and the taste..... Yumm! The salad was a nice mixed greens where the vinagrette was tossed in with the salad prior to serving which I prefer. Great food with a great view. Highly reccomend. Service is very good as well.

    (5)

  • Warren M.

    Came here the other evening with my girlfriend and another friend for dinner, as we were vacationing in the St. Augustine area, and the restaurant had been recommended to us by my girlfriend's coworker. The wait was around twenty minutes which was not bad, and we sat at the outdoor bar as we awaited our table. The view at sunset was amazing, and our table could not have been in a better location. My girlfriend got the Ahi Tuna, and I ordered the Panko grouper ($30 for an 8 oz. serving). While eating my grouper, I could not determine whether it was the most bland grouper I'd ever had, or whether it was even grouper at all. Both my girlfriend and my friend tasted it as well, and we all concurred that it did not taste like grouper. After bringing it to our waitresses's attention, she stated that she would take the fish back to the kitchen for inspection, and returned about five minutes later stating that her manager had inspected the fish and that it was indeed grouper. The waitress commented that she was sorry I did not enjoy the meal, and offered to bring me something else, though I declined. Everyone else's meal was prepared well, and the presentation on each of the meals was nice. I've had grouper in many restaurants and prepared it myself, and I've never eaten any as bland (or expensive) as that which I ordered at Caps. The view is great, drinks are good, and everything aside from my fish was fine, three stars for my fish.

    (3)

  • Ms. T.

    I loved the view since it sits by the water and has deck dining with heaters for cold nights. Service was okay. I can totally see myself relaxing and having a drink on the deck while watching the fishermen fishing. I tried their deep fried gator tails and although the gator itself was okay, I thought it to be greasier than I would have liked. I love beets so was happy to know they had a beet salad only to find that, the beets tasted like it came out of a can. :( Had their gumbo and thought it was just okay. If I'm ever in the neighborhood I would definitely return just for the ambiance and view.

    (3)

  • Cameron G.

    I ate here twice and both times were well worth it. The restaurant might be one of the most beautiful places I've ever dined in. The food was fantastic, but, given the atmosphere, it didn't have to be amazing for me to have left happy. I was pleased to see that there was a vegetarian option or two; sometimes restaurants this fancy have almost nothing.

    (5)

  • Kim C.

    We went to Cap's for the first time Saturday night, and were so hooked that we rode the motorcycle down the next day to sit at the outside tiki bar for lunch! Amazing views and we felt like we were on vacation even though we were only 40 minutes from home. I had the honey rosemary glazed salmon with port cranberry reduction served over wilted spinach and my boyfriend had the fried shrimp. I loved the salmon so much that I wanted to lick the plate, but I refrained; my man loved his fried shrimp as well. Sunday turned out to be a gorgeous day, so we decided to ride the Harley down and sit at the tiki bar for lunch. We shared the calamari, and we found it to be tough and chewy, but the 2 dipping sauces were delicious (miso sauce and spicy chili sauce); we had the blackened shrimp tacos with a side of sweet & sour cucumbers, and both of those dishes were delicious. The shrimp was perfectly cooked and the size of the taco was enough that one filled me up. The service was perfect Saturday night (thanks, Kristin), and we had good service by several bartenders at the tiki bar on Sunday, even though every one of them seemed rushed and stressed out, and seemed to be tripping over each other. I've read several comments that the food is pricey, but I didn't think it was, and was thinking those folks must not get out much. We will definitely be returning to Cap's!

    (4)

  • Tuck S.

    Just back from our first trip to Cap's On the Water. Can't say enough about this really great restaurant. We waited about 20 minutes for a table (they don't take reservations) by hanging out at the outdoor bar. We choose a outdoor table for the meal and the service excellent. Our waiter described the various specials and I decided on Panco TiggerFish, served over mashed potatoes. Fantastic! Others at the table had Salmon, a fish pasta dish and one brave soul had a whole flounder pan fried. All was delicious. And one last point, the water views from our table were incredible. Go and enjoy.

    (4)

  • Lizzy C.

    We live closer to downtown Jacksonville, so I was less than thrilled to drive an hour to a restaurant. My friends promised me it would be worth it, and they were right! Such a beautiful location. We arrived at sunset & the scenery was so glorious it looked like it could've been painted in a picture. The seating is mainly outdoors on a huge deck with old oak trees overlooking the water. We sipped drinks from the tiki bar while we waited on the dock for our table. We had a party of 12 & waited about 45 minutes on a Friday night...pretty standard in my book. The service was quick & attentive & I liked that they served bread to munch on. I ordered a glass of pinot noir (a little expensive $9) & shared the blackened mahi mahi with plantains and orzo. We also had a side of asparagus. It was plenty of food & it was sooooo delicious. The fish was flaky, fresh & well seasoned. The only down side to this restaurant are the prices. Our dish was listed at "market price" and turned about to be around $30. Well, worth it, but wont be able to eat here frequently.

    (5)

  • Alicia T.

    My whole family loved this restaurant. We sat outside in the evening and the weather was perfect! It was beautiful and relaxing after a long day traveling. The Crispy Flounder was delicious! The Clams Linguine and Seafood Pasta were also wonderful! Dessert was so tempting we had to share some. The Key Lime cup and Dulce de Leche did not disappoint. Both were great!

    (5)

  • Art S.

    Tonight we celebrated my mom's birthday at Cap's, and the reaction from those attending was that of unanimous praise. Five attendees all ordered a different seafood selection, and all five attendees found their dish to be fresh and delicious. Liz, our waitress, was sweet, attentive, and patient. She never once flinched or made a face at my mom's embarrassing, repeated photo requests. The atmosphere was lovely, but unfortunately windy and cold weather prevented the outdoor from being available. Despite missing out on one of Cap's top attractions, it still earned its five stars. I can only imagine how spectacular the atmosphere is in the summer months and sunset hours. I ordered the Mediterranean Seafood Pasta. Perfect variety of seafood, flavorful sauce that didn't try to steal the show, and perfectly cooked pasta.

    (5)

  • Mary W.

    What could be better. A great sunset over the beautiful intercostal water, great good and excellent service. This is the place to eat!

    (5)

  • Jackie S.

    Awesome place. Scenery is great and food was yummy. Seafood tasted fresh and salad dressings were simple and tasty. Would go back!

    (5)

  • Thomas W.

    Gumbo... Good Vilano shrimp .... Just a bit spicy Crab cakes ... Delicious Great service! Loved the sunset ambiance with strings of lights throughout the trees on the deck.

    (4)

  • Sherrie V.

    I'd give them 4 or 5 stars but this past time they provided terrible service and there was virtually no gluten free items available and I was given a salad with toast stuck in it. By the time I got my a replacement everyone was almost finished. The manager and staff could have cared less. Disappointing to say the least.

    (1)

  • Jimmy T.

    Beautiful setting on the water, calming outdoor setting, fantastic food and great service. A perfect stop on the way back north from St. Augustine.

    (4)

  • Michael M.

    Great restaurant... Seared Mahi.. Yum! Margaritas puro homeade... Would have been 6 stars, if it weren't for the storms rolling in, but ambiance cannot be predicted.... Don't pass this chance up.. Coming from JAX? The ride down A1A nearly makes the trip, and that's before the meal!

    (5)

  • Randy B.

    A must go to place at least once a year if you're local, and a must visit while you in town if you're near here for a few days. Worth the wait for a table with a view for the sunset. Predictable good dishes like the vanilla grouper...we've always been pleased with the food. It's the combination of food and location that brings everyone back again and again.

    (4)

  • Leslie C.

    I will NEVER go back here again. My last two visits were horrible. I had been here several time before and went with my boyfriend for dinner. Our food and service was bad, but I allow for one off night. The next time I went back, I had my team from work with me, 7 in all. We asked for a larger table by the water, arriving around 7:30 and the place was not even half full. They explained that they still might get a larger party and needed to hold that table even though their was another large table back from the water. We ordered and our waiter was horrible. Drinks came at different times. Our appetizers came out wrong and our water brought side dishes out with appetizers saying he though we might like them early? They never cleared anything off the table. We were eating with dirty plates pilled up in the middle! Our steaks were all sent back three times with the manager, yes the manager finally coming out and saying he didn't know what we expected...Well I expect my medium rare steak that is costing me $30 not to come out like shoe leather. After that even our waiter would not come back to our table. I had to track him down to get our bill. They did give me a $20 credit, not even enough to cover one uneaten steak of three...on a $750 bill. THe view is amazing, drinks maybe for the view but avoid this place for dinner!

    (1)

  • Tea B.

    Very friendly wait staff. It started to rain when we were on the deck getting ready to order and we grabbed our table and chairs and carried it underneath the covered deck area. Fun but a little chaotic. Chardonnay is must!!

    (4)

  • Mike S.

    Others have said it, great food, best atmosphere on the water(gotta sit outside under the white twinkle lights), and just great greatness! Pork belly=awesome. Fried fish app=freshest fried item I can recall ever having. A whole wine bottle for...like $18?! Is this the year 2012? or 1981- the last time I went to a restaurant and got a bottle for less than $25-and even that is a lie, I wasn't born yet! Loved everything, next time I'll make sure to get a fresh fish entree bc friends have said it was some of the best fish they've ever eaten....I just can't say no to a pork belly damnit!

    (5)

  • Jasmina T.

    I was soo looking forward to this place. Wanted to sit down, enjoy the food and watch the sunset. However, my experience was totally opposite. It was a Thursday night, the wait was 45 minutes and we ended up sitting somewhere in the back next to the restrooms. Food was ok. About 6 gator bites for $11.99. Goat cheese eggplant stack was stuffed with so much goat cheese that it took away all the other flavors and you just could not enjoy eating it. They are so busy that they just don't care (I guess) and don't have time to take care of their customers. This is just my experience!

    (1)

  • Athena B.

    Amazing view. Amazing service, which was not rushed at all however very attentive. The bottle of wine we chose was great and reasonably priced. I ordered the Atlantic Salmon and my boyfriend ordered the Mahi. Both were absolutely tasteful and delicious. We love this restaurant and recommend it to anyone!

    (5)

  • June G.

    First I'll say the entire experience is probably much better in warmer weather. We visit the area in late January and tried to visit the restaurant last year but it was closed for renovations. This year we visited on its fourth day open after a three week hiatus. Ok fine. The best part of our experience was the overly long (45 mins) wait in the bar. The bar tenders were awesome and the environment was lively. Once we were seated we waited 15 minutes before my husband asked the server at the next table to find out how we could get a server. The guy was very good to us, he brought us our drink order and took the time to take our food order. We weren't his table but ended up serving us for the evening. I should say- he took our order, brought our drinks and our bill-- other than that- the place has TOO MANY people working the tables. It s not personal AT ALL. Ok so how was the food? It was ok. I'm not a huge seafood fan so probably not the best to ask-- however, the chicken gnocchi was good. A lot of chicken, not much gnocchi. Very flavorful though. The beat salad was perfect. The seafood trio that my husband had was just that a fried seafood trio. Nothing special. The she crab soup was special however. We'll go back to give another chance. They need to work their server sections a bit differently to ensure customers don't get lost in the shuffle -- never cool on a busy night. The overall experience was good-- the service needs to be better in order for the experience to be great. It's the managements' duty to fix it.

    (3)

  • Amanda G.

    It's rare to find a restaurant that has great food, unbeatable atmosphere, friendly/helpful staff, and reasonable prices... Cap's On the Water is one of those rare exceptions! This is a great place to bring visitors from out of town, go on a date, or celebrate a special occasion. The water, large trees, twinkling lights, and view of St Augustine makes this place a truly unique experience! I have eaten here a few times and was very happy with my order every time. The menu is large and contains a lot of creative choices, along with favorites for those who are not daring! When planning to visit Cap's (any night of the week) be prepared to wait for a table if you did not make a reservation. I have waited as long as 30 minutes on a Monday night. This place is worth the wait!

    (5)

  • Pat B.

    This was our last meal while in St. Augustine. Worth the wait. The view is fantastic, the food is spectacular. I had the herb crusted salmon. Yummy!!!! Very good. Love this restaurant and will most def go back whenever we go back to St. Augustine! check out my pics of Caps on the Water on my instagram.........tnpbrowning!

    (5)

  • Jamie C.

    This place is heaven on earth. Ok so maybe im exaggerating a little but really just a little. What a delightful hidden treasure that we discovered during our trip to St. Augustine. The view is breathtaking, you have to go at sunset, its right on the water covered with beautiful trees with spanish moss hanging from them. Its romantic, relaxing, fun, beautiful, delicious, all rolled into one. GO you will not regret it. The food is delicious, great service, and so many options to choose from something for everyone. you will love it. If I ever win the lottery I will buy this place, and live here. Enough said.

    (5)

  • Tracey A.

    Outstanding. Outstanding. Outstanding. There's a reason we go to this place every single time we are in Jacksonville / Jax Beach. Perfect setting. Incredible service. Unbelievable food. Go for the ideal night outside beside the water or set at the bar inside. Chances are you'll leave with new friends. It's a big place but plan to wait a bit for a table on a high traffic night. Trust me, it's worth the wait. And ladies, bring your flip flops to walk in and keep your nice shoes tucked in your bag until you get inside. Ha... It is an ol' fashion dirt parking lot. But I promise, the parking lot doesn't even make me flinch. I'm too busy thinking about the food!

    (5)

  • John B.

    Had dinner last night and the Grouper was great - as was the service. I loved eating by the water - got to watch a dolphin swim by. I give it 5 stars.

    (5)

  • Fat T.

    We ordered, almost all the apps on the menu. On average they were 4/5 Stars. The "herb" butter for their fresh baked bread was popular at the table. I got the Vanilla Grouper and was fantastic. If you are reading this on your smartphone deciding what fish to get, get the vanilla grouper.

    (5)

  • Caroline M.

    I adore this restaurant. I went here for my birthday and was pleasantly surprised. The atmosphere was romantic and yet festive. The trees were wrapped with fairy lights. The service was immaculate. Our server was friendly, attentive, helpful and had a very warm personality. If you do not make a reservation, expect a bit of a wait. However, how tortuous is it to wait out on a dock lined with bench seating, enjoying a cool breeze and gazing out onto the sparkling water? My friend got the Seasame Seared Ahi Tuna. He splurged and got the fresh Ahi Tuna that was flown directly from Hawaii overnight. He was overwhelmed with how good it was. My friend has decided that after trying the Ahi Tuna at Cap's on the Water, anywhere else would just be a disappointment. I greatly enjoyed the Stilton Salad and Goat Cheese Eggplant Stack. Sit outside! You will not regret it. Try to be there for sunset. The view will take your breath away.

    (5)

  • Gary H.

    This was a "Mini Anniversary" for Nancy and I ...place at sunset is wonderful and got there early..... Got seated but, drinks were slow getting to us sitting outside. Once, we got our wait person he provided menus and gave specials and recommendations...... We ordered appetizers.......and waited...20min... Asked a passing server....then 10min later it came. It was great ....then 15min.....to get another server to take our order.........30min later we got our dinners delivered by someone new again..... However, Nancy had a beautiful, Grouper plate and I had the Mediterranean Seafood platter which was Outstanding. Then our original server came to collect the check...... I felt that it did not have any charm or communication going on ..... Oh, we'll the seafood was "GREAT"

    (5)

  • Kevin O.

    This place came highly reviewed but i was underwhelmed. The service was ok. the food was ok. the prices weren't too high. i dunno. I wouldn't suggest it to anyone but it wouldn't tell anyone to avoid it

    (3)

  • Nina G.

    We didn't feel like waiting for a table so we sat at the bar outside. The service was great for the volume of ppl there, and the food was great. We got the smoked fish dip which wasn't our favorite - the server/bartender offered to take it off our tab! Thank u!! The atmosphere was really relaxed and chill. Good place to have some apps and beer while watching the jet skis pass by.

    (4)

  • Geoffrey P.

    Our favorite sea food restaurant of all time!! Great food, fantastic views. Sitting right on the water, you couldn't ask for anything more. Except for shorter wait times during the weekend :). Try to show up for an early dinner or lunch. If you get there at 7pm expect to wait.

    (5)

  • Chris S.

    A rare 5 star from me. Great food. Great atmosphere. Great service. Great for a special celebration, or just a leasurly afternoon lunch. You could spend the day here jsut rlaxing and having a few drinks by the water. A rare case of a waterfront place actually having good food. I guess it being a hidden treasure and not a tourist trap is the reason.

    (5)

  • Laura K.

    Food was as good as Outback Steakhouse. Nothing outrageously great or unique for what you pay. Not all fish was local which was disappointing. Highly overpriced, you're paying for the beautiful beach atmosphere so I recommend you eat outdoors to get your money's worth! Half glass of okay wine is $9.99. The service was great and so was the sunset view. If we ate indoors I'd probably feel like a ripped off tourist right now! 3 stars for service and atmosphere.

    (3)

  • Jeff B.

    Very good, extremely fresh food, great service, an amazing dessert on a fantastic deck on the river. The fish selections were all very fresh and well prepared. For dessert we had the Key Lime Pie, which I had overhead someone at a nearby table say they dreamed about. I understood why after we tried it.

    (4)

  • Shannon G.

    Very romantic setting. Be prepared for a little wait. A little pricy but good food. The shrimp is better in South Florida.

    (4)

  • Brad K.

    6 years plus going to CAP's Every visit in last 2 years, CAPs is steadily going downhill. Food prices rising slowly, plate size portions shrinking Biggest issue we had this last visit was food quality. Service was average at best. Getting the feeling that they feel the location will keep customers coming over the food, service and quality. It's a GREAT location. Hoping things improve, as this place is a neat, relaxing restaurant. No Canadian oysters please ! Was able to find Texas oysters in Tampa at Crabby Bills the week after we visited CAPs.

    (2)

  • Rachel P.

    Beautiful view, excellent seafood, what more could you ask for? For them to actually take reservations would be nice! They told us 45 min. we waited over an hour and a half for a table, but it was well worth it. I would suggest if there are only 2 of you, sit at the oyster bar, or regular bar and don't wait. I know everyone says to go early, but if you go too early, you are going to have a heatstroke, but if you wait until 7-8, be prepared to wait awhile for a table...We got a few drinks and sat outside and enjoyed the sunset. Don't go hungry with a party bigger than 2, and wait as long as we did, not a good idea :/ The snow crab legs were wonderful and so was the Caps salad. Everyone else in my party got the Vanilla Grouper and LOVED it. I wasn't a fan at all. It tasted like one large rice cake to me.

    (4)

  • Jeffrey J.

    Found this place by accident and we're glad we did. Great fresh fish but the atmosphere was even better. This sevice was a bit spotty but acceptable. , that's the only reason for not rating it 5 stars.

    (4)

  • Monica S.

    Caps on the water is a great place to eat. Several of their dishes are really outside of the traditional seafood fare which is what a Foodie like myself, digs completely. Vanilla Grouper - As my Yelping friend Colleen says...(SWOON!) This dish came with a thick steak of grouper breaded with a really delicate vanilla bean sauce. All of this was place on a bed of fried spinach and mashed potatoes. Smoked Fish Dip - This was a good fish dip, but to be honest only a 3 on my rating scale. I have definitely had a better fish dip. BUT... The Calamari Vilano - Mmmmnnnn!!! This was MY kind of calamari! Flash fried tossed with olives and chili garlic. Yes indeed, delish! The fact that the calamari was served over some more of that tasty fried spinach was simply a bonus. Great food here at Caps for sure, but pricey in my book. Money being tighter these days that is the only reason I did not give Cap's a 5. It looks as if the Dinner menu is getting revamped. Perhaps some of Cap's menu items will go down in price. Note: Aunt Kate's which is about a quarter mile past Caps, is a little less eclectic in their menu items, but are a little less expensive could be a good alternative for the pocketbook conscious.

    (4)

  • marc H.

    Loved this place. A short drive across the bridge on A1A from downtown St. Augustine and worth the trip. Beautiful patio overlooking the bay with an unobstructed view of the sunset. And the food is great. Super fresh fish on the menu and a kids menu for the little ones. One of the best meals we had during our stay. They don't take reservations so get there early or you might have to wait an hour for a seat on the patio.

    (5)

  • LaDonna W.

    I got the shrimp, fish & crab cake combo, everything was 5 star except the crab cake I didn't like it at all. But the fish & shrimp were the best I had all week! Yummy! Great View! Very relaxing!

    (4)

  • Mark S.

    Great location, and its overrated because of that. The food is good and clean but it's a little pricey. It seems to me they need a good seafood menu other than vanilla grouper. But what do I know? :-) It was good, I would go back.

    (5)

  • Robbie C.

    This place is amazing! The outdoor ambiance on the water is worth it alone, but the food is also delicious. For the quality of food and it's location, the prices are reasonable. It is a must for the area!!

    (5)

  • Scott A.

    1st dinner in St Augustine. This place was great. We had Danial as a waiter and every aspect of the meal was good. We liked it so much that we planned on it to be our last meal before we headed home. I read on other posts that the are DOG FRIENDLY so we brought our little dog to eat on the outside deck by the bay. When we got their were were promptly told NO DOG ALLOWED! The drive is about 20 minutes to were we were staying. I asked for the manager and asked why does the web sites state dog friendly? Whoops not their web site but reviewer;s posts said they were. We took the dog back home and returned 1 hour later. Tim the manager bought us a round at the bar while we waited for a table to open and again we had a great meal. The stuffed Flounder YES YES YES, The Gumbo YES YES YES

    (5)

  • Paula S.

    We had been out fishing and decided to have dinner while in St. Augustines. Well... I don't like to sit at bar to eat BUT we went to bar for drinks and by time table was ready (which didn't take long at all) I wanted to eat at bar. People were so socialble and enjoyed conversations... The food... everything around me being served looked absolutey delicious and it didn't disapoint me. Had the spicy calamari ... Loved It... Then I had the Chicken Thai Salad for dinner. OMG !!! My bf had the flounder and it looked so moist and cooked to perfection. WE WILL BE BACK

    (4)

  • Frank C.

    The atmosphere is nice. Great spot for dinner with friends, family or a romantic night out with someone special. The servers were great, but food was just okay.

    (3)

  • Stacy H.

    Had dinner there last night. Made it there by dusk and it was well worth the short drive. My husband and I were celebrating our 1 year anniversary and we had Cap's recommended by other guests of our b&b. Lovely atmosphere and ambiance. I must agree that the food leaves something to be desired. My husband got the Vanilla grouper and he really enjoyed it, but didn't like his banana's foster cheesecake. The banana part came out cold, but he did like the cheesecake. I had the vegetarian special of mushroom and pine nut polenta cake and spinach. I would give it a 5 out of 10 because it was a bit dry and not much flavor. The she crab soup was very good though. I had the coconut cake and oddly enough that came out hot in a ramekin dish. The icing was melting and there was pineapple in it. It was pretty good but not what I was expecting at all. Our server was very nice and informative about the food. Overall it was a very nice evening. I left full and happy. Our bill was $70 and we didn't drink alcohol. The view is outstanding and it was a very nice evening to end our trip

    (4)

  • David E.

    Had the panko crusted trigger fish over parsnips and it was to die for. Nathan had the crab legs, tender and tasty. Eaten here many times over the last 8 years and I've never been dissatisfied. Always a perfect meal with great service. I recommend this place to everyone when in St Augustine. My absolute favorite!

    (5)

  • Joshua B.

    This place gets a 5 for the location and 2 for the food. Had the tempura tuna which was great and the ahi chimichurri which was cold with too much garlic. Very very disappointed.

    (3)

  • Clay K.

    You will never accidentally find this place, it's a tucked-away gem off the beaten path. Look for the castle tower, and you're almost there. Subtract a star if pelicans dive-bombing in the river outside your window bore you. Subtract a star if dolphins frolicking dockside are a bore. (if this is a bore to you, then you might be dead inside.) The ambiance: amazing. Check it out at dusk, just order a beer, and stare out the window for a while. If this place doesn't speak to you, then again I question the presence of a pulse. When you've finished with that beer, step back to the restroom for an adventure in itself. What a trendycool thing they've done there. Appetizers: gator tail with the special sauce. Heckyeah. She-crab soup: whoa-baby, it's good. Entrees: I scored a curry special here one night, and it was as good as most Thai I've had. Vanilla Grouper with fried spinach: I've tried to recreate this at home, and I just can't get it right. This dish, at first glance, doesn't seem like much. Oh what a mistaken idea that is, as it is fantastic. Sesame Seared Tuna: I order mine actually cooked through until the whole piece is hot, but it is served rare (sushi-grade). It's a big tuna steak, and as a personal preference, I like it warm. Macadamia Chicken: if you're not in the mood for seafood, this dish is outta-this-world. This place is 5-star fancypants dining in your flip-flops.

    (5)

  • Teresa H.

    Beautiful location in the Vilano Beach area. The food was very good, but a little overpriced. The service was very slow, we didn't have to wait for a table but it took about 10 minutes for someone to come to our table to ask if we had been helped. The server took our drink order and found out waiter for us. This place gets very busy so be prepared to wait or go at and off hour. We got there just past 4 on a Friday and were seated immediately. We will probably return on our next trip.

    (4)

  • Carl B.

    Outstanding location, good food, great value, perfect view (worst table is 3 tables off the water and very nice Gluten-free menu for Celiacs The view is amazing, wide variety on the menu (fish tacos amazing), servers friendly & fun and bar area just perfect Only issue is it is a very popular place to go and gets crowded, lunch lesson an issue but you'll miss the amazing sunset Must visit when in the area!

    (5)

  • Robert G.

    Outstanding. Love the bar! Hours melt away here. Try the oysters..

    (5)

  • Thomas H.

    The food is beyond excellent, the service superb, the setting has to be experienced to be believed. Finding this location took some doing (thank goodness for equipped with GPS) but it is well worth the effort. DO NOT MISS this dining event.

    (5)

  • Mary H.

    My husband and I had dinner here last night. What a wonderful meal. We had two appetizers, scallops and gator tail. Scallops were wonderful. The gator tail was not my favorite, but my husband loved it. I had Panko encrusted trigger fish on parsnip purée. It was delicious! But even more delicious was my husband's meal of crab cake stuffed flounder with shrimp. It was amazing. The fish was so well seasoned and cooked so well. The sauce...yum! Our waitress was very helpful and very attentive. We sat on the deck with the water and twinkle lights. Perfect setting. We enjoyed it so much we went over to the bar for an additional glass of wine. We would highly recommend this great restaurant!

    (5)

  • Matthew M.

    I'm somewhere between 4 and 5 stars. Food is good. Fish is fresh. Love the garlic oysters and the calamari salad. If available get the panko crusted trigger fish. Right on the water so good views. Plenty of outdoor seating with heaters in case it gets cold. When it gets dark the turn on some green lights in the water around the dock...kinda cool.

    (4)

  • Agnes A.

    Great place. Love to sit on the deck and have a meal and spend time looking at the water. Food is excellent. Love the oysters and shrimp and grits. Staff are very helpful and do not rush you. Plan to have my birthday dinner there

    (5)

  • DonPaul N.

    Dining at Caps is all about the ambiance. The restaurant is situated on the inter-coastal with outdoor seating among a canopy of twisted oak draped with Spanish moss. The view across the water is beautiful, and we watched the sun set on a balmy evening. As it got dark, the candles were lit and it was downright romantic. The staff was very kind and attentive, though it was difficult for me to figure out exactly who "our" waitress was. Favorite Dish: While the food was good, I would say that the ambiance is the main reason to go to Caps. I ordered a very unusual dish, which was horse radish encrusted grouper served with a vanilla cream sauce. It was interesting, and properly prepared, but just not to my taste (i think it was the vanilla cream sauce). Desert was delicious, a chocolate cake de leche with strawberries and whipped cream

    (3)

  • Emily H.

    A friend who owns a home in St. Augustine recommended that we have lunch here as soon as we came to town - so we did. After being sat rather immediately for having a party of 10, the waitress warmly greeted us. Caps sits right on the Inter-Coastal Highway with a landing strip directly across the water from the deck seating. She took our drink orders and left us to catch up and watch the Blue Angels go through their practice run. I order the fresh grouper fish tacos with the tomato and cucumber salad. The tacos were delicious but the tomato and cucumber salad was ok - the tomatoes and cucumbers were a little soggy as though they had been sitting in their juices for a while. I tried the fried plantains and those were absolutely delicious! If I return to St. Augustine, I would definitely return!

    (4)

  • Sha C.

    Try the seared tuna salad! Nice portion for Sunday lunch. Dinner menu at 4 pm. Super location, Pura steered us expertly to delicious choices. Chocolate pie is home made with slivered almonds. A large selection of beer bottled and on tap. Wonderful evening on the water.

    (5)

  • Sandra W.

    I've only enjoyed a beer here, twice. Nice relaxing atmosphere with sail boats and people to watch under the oaks, some of which grow through table tops. Off the. Eaten path, but quintessential Florida go, raise a glass to the good life.

    (5)

  • Willy C.

    Caps is a destination restaurant and a water-view experience. If you're concerned with the price of the food, skip it (the computation of the cost/price of shrimp in an earlier review is laughable - somebody needs a hug). Caps is for a special night out - a place to take any out-of-town visitors for a memorable time. Weather-permitting, definitely eat outside. Take your sunglasses because you'll be looking out over the water into the setting sun - part of the ambience, not a complaint. Food is terrific. Caps introduced me to Trigger Fish which is now my staple. Shecrab soup & chowders are very good. After appetizer, bread & main course I've never made it to dessert, so I can't comment. Take the kids - you can take them for a walk on the dock if they need a break. Terrific place & worth the trip.

    (5)

  • Dave S.

    This is a seafood restaurant with an exceptional outdoor atmosphere on the inter-coastal. The fish and sides are all gourmet with a fusion of St Auggy / California styles, but the atmosphere is really what this restaurant is all about. It's the best dining experience in north Florida on a nice evening. They don't take reservations so arrive early and try to get an outdoor table. The weekends are very crowded in the nice weather. In winter, the crowd thins out and they have big heater things to keep you warm on the deck. It's a bit pricy and a long drive from Jax beach but it's worth it if you have the coin and the time.

    (4)

  • Ted M.

    This was the best dinner of our trip to northern Florida with the Moschellas. The sign for the restaurant is on A1A so it doesn't appear to be a waterfront restaurant. The tables are set on the deck among live oaks with a view of the bay. Heaters were in use to take the Feb chill off us. Food was great, although Tony's flounder was a bit over the top. Save room for dessert as the coconut cake was a tasty and unique preparation.

    (5)

  • Lydia N.

    I really enjoyed myself at Cap's on the Water. I had the Sesame Tuna Taco in a hard taco shell and a side of fries. The Tuna was so nicely seared and paired with wasabi mayo. My husband got the calamari taco and really enjoyed it too. Yummy food paired with a great view. A must if you visit St Augustine.

    (4)

  • Dominic C.

    The atmosphere and food make Cap's a must do for the Vilano area. Fish is fresh and the food choices are original and seasoned well. Decent beer selection and lots of interesting cocktails. My only gripe is the lack of fans outside, even natural Floridians need a little help against the heat sometimes. Kinda pricey but definitely a great place for a splurge.

    (4)

  • Amanda J.

    Fish cooked to perfection with a great view! Worth the drive from st augustine, even the drive is pleasant. It's worth the wait for a table right on the water at sunset.

    (5)

  • Mike B.

    Daughter's HS graduation...had lunch planned at Caps, seven people, four siblings, two parents, one grandmother. Noon arrival, the place hadn't started picking up. My wife and I were stuck in traffic....the other five were at Caps. Caps refused to seat the five. My wife called the restaurant and asked for the manager, explained the celebration, explained that they wanted to start ordering drinks and apps, and that the grandmother had some health issues and would benefit from getting seated. Again, the place was almost empty. Manager was incredibly arrogant and refused to budge. Tried to reason with him one last time....we were 15 minutes out, that they would make MORE money as three of the siblings, who came home from college to attend, would be drinking and eating. Looking at about a $350 bill, and a nice tip for the server. He told us not to tell him how to run his business and go eat somewhere else "for all I care". We were furious., and directed the group to another restaurant. We have been to Caps many times over the years. Its is a great place to singles to meet, couples to mingle. The food has always been very inconsistent and too expensive. Bottom line...we're done and telling everyone we know. Obviously this place won't suffer due to location and as a watering hole. But, no more of my money will go there, both personal and business. What a jerk!

    (1)

  • Sam O.

    The oyster Rockefeller and garlic wine oysters are fabulous

    (5)

  • Melissa M.

    Can't say enough, love this place!!! Vanilla Grouper is wonderful, but get the vanilla sauce on the side as it's a little sweet and better used in moderation. Great oysters...trying the oyster eating contest! They don't take reservations so be prepared to wait, I'd suggest waiting at the outside bar with a cocktail and a dozen oysters.

    (5)

  • Ben F.

    Dinner on a Wednesday night in October was easy to get a great table on the water. The sunset while we had dinner, great ambiance. The 'trio' app was delicious. Dinners were great. The sesame tuna was almost too big. The staff was easy going and attentive. I would recommend this restaurant.

    (5)

  • Chris B.

    How this place earns 4 stars is beyond me. I've visited a number of times and well you get what you pay - kick ass location and ambiance with rather terrible food. Thankfully they have Intuition IPA on tap otherwise I'd be drowning in overcooked and maybe even microwaved mediocrity. Seriously, this place must earns its keep,on the out of state crowd that has never seen, never to mention eaten, anything from the sea. That said, stick to the in season locally caught fish, otherwise expect to drink heavily and hope you make it back to the A1A unscathed.

    (2)

  • David T.

    I will gladly go back! Went for lunch on a Saturday afternoon with no reservation and no wait. Got a cold pint with a fresh catch fish sandwich, cooked perfectly. Now if only I could be one of the cocky boat people that tie up to the dock instead of parking a car, it'd be perfect.

    (4)

  • Brian F.

    Fantastic view! Thought food was great! Had the calamari villano tacos with fried plantains. Excellent! 2 doz raw on the half shell as well.

    (4)

  • Jacki F.

    I love the atmosphere here!!!! Nothing better than eating good food on the water!

    (5)

  • Dena T.

    Great place and great food. Unique ambiance!

    (5)

  • Eugene P.

    We came here for someones birthday and would have never ventured out so far to eat here. We were glad we did because this place had one of the best crab cakes around. Since I was in a crab mood, I also order the She Crab Soup. Wow! I didn't know what they put in it but I was ready to get 2 more orders. Now the entries were ok. We had the seared catch and the catch manchego. I wasn't impressed with the size of the fish nor the sides. For the price I should have stuck with the soup and crab cakes. For dessert we ordered the creme brulee. Maybe we came out for dinner early, but the brulee didn't get a chance to set and it was very very liquidy. I'll give it a try again one of these days and revisit my review.

    (3)

  • The M.

    over priced & horrible service

    (2)

  • James A.

    Came to Cap's on a recommendation from a good friend (a restaurant owner). Everything was excellent! Drinks were smooth and not watered down. Crab cake was the best. Came just as the sun was setting and the atmosphere was very romantic. Great service. A little pricey but well worth it. Two thumbs up!

    (5)

  • Julia S.

    Went on a Sunday night for a sunset dinner. Beautiful setting on the water with twinkle lights in the oak trees overhanging the water. Server was very friendly and attentive. Amazing raw oysters and blackened scallops.

    (4)

  • Nathan S.

    Ok, first of all. The view is amazing. That alone means that, even if the rest isn't great, you should at least for some sunset drinks. On to the rest. Getting an outside seat is nearly impossible if you just show up. However their inside dining offers the same view, so it is an acceptable alternative. Our server was excellent, however service was not. It seemed like they were probably still staffed for the off season. Our poor server had about 10 tables, split between inside and out. He still managed to continually check on us. However the kitchen was not keeping up. We ordered at exactly the same time (and nearly same food) as the table next to us and their food beat us by 15 minutes. I ordered a broiled oyster appetizer that took WAY too long to get to the table (about 50 minutes for order until plate arrived). When it did arrive the oysters were so small that they were almost non existent. They were also not hot (not cold, more like warm), meaning that they had probably gotten lost in the kitchen. The flavor was ok, but with such a small oyster it didn't pick up any of the garlic and cheese. Entrées were much better. I had local trigger-fish manchego and it was a good portion of fish and was very flavorful. The sauce was creamy and buttery and full of flavor and complimented the well seasoned fish. However there were these tomatoes on the plate that seemed out of place. They had been marinated in balsamic and honey, but were not overly sweet. They were good, they just didn't make sense with the rest of the dish. One issue with places like this that have you pick a fish and match it to a preparation is that the match isn't always exact. My wife had the seafood pasta with a pesto sauce. It had a good amount of shrimp and scallops in it, but for the size of the dish it needed more. One danger with different sea foods added to a pasta is that they usually end up with one under done and one over done. This was not the case here, they hit the right temp on all the seafood. The flavor of the sauce was so good that I offered to drink it off the plate when my wife was done. One error was in the pasta, it was overdone and well past al dente, but that seems to happen at most places. While the food was good it didn't make up for the wait to eat, or the price. However it was a beautiful sunset. Our recommendation for Caps is to try it for lunch/brunch or just sunset drinks at the outdoor bar.

    (2)

  • Anthony I.

    Outstanding location, atmosphere and service. The food is a B+, with my favorite being the whole fried flounder. You will not find a better bar to watch the sunset over the ICWW, and the drinks are incredible. Get there early, as patrons tend to sit a long time...

    (4)

  • BrianCynthia W.

    Excellent seafood with amazing view. A hidden jewel away from touristy downtown.

    (5)

  • Kenton S.

    Last evening I took my friend Gloria from Texas to Cap's. It was also my first time. What a beautiful setting. We were greated by our waitress Allison who most helpful in making selections for the evening. They have current fresh catches to select from if you desire. We both had Panko crusted Trigger Fish with mashed potatoes and a caper sauce. It was out of this world. We got to watch the first NorthEastern of the season blowing into town. I will be going back soon.

    (4)

  • Hilary L.

    Ahhh Caps... Relaxation and a mouth watering tongue occur immediately upon the thought of this place. What a gem! Everything about Caps is perfect. A perfect display of Northeastern Florida coastal beauty and coastal lifestyle. Relaxing, waterfront, flavorful, unassuming. When you get to Caps, you will probably have to wait for a while. It is a very popular place. Yet, despite always being full, it is never crowded. There is a large, expansive deck for dining that sits right on the banks of the intercoastal. While you wait you can order a drink and go spend your time on the sandy banks, walking up and down and dipping your toes in the water, climbing the low slung trees, picking up shells, relaxing on a bench, or walking out onto the dock and taking in the view. I mean, can waiting get any better than that? I think not. Once you start dining, you are surrounded by beautiful views. The menu is expansive and full of delicious seafood. Top Choices: Catch Manchego - market price Pan seared catch (sea bass recommended) served on whipped potatoes in a Manchego broth with balsamic and honey marinated cherry tomatoes. Vanilla Grouper 22.99 Horseradish crusted fresh grouper over whipped potatoes and fried spinach topped with a sweet vanilla rum sauce. [With the grouper fishing ban in effect, they sometimes substitute grouper with snapper or triggerfish.] Fresh Fried Shrimp 16.99 Deep fried fresh Mayport shrimp served with rosemary parmesan fries and creamed corn. If you haven't been yet, you must try this place. It is so amazing. I can't even convey it in words, really. This restaurant has it all.

    (5)

  • Matthew J.

    This is one of my favorite spots in the Jacksonville/St. Augustine area! I wanted to give them a 4.5 if I could :) We started off with the 4 cheese fondue appetizer which was so good we turned into rabid animals (no we really didn't, but we came close) to fight for our share. I did not have the vanilla grouper but the other people in our party did and they raved about it! I decided on the Mahi Mahi which was seasoned and grilled to perfection. Then I had the key lime pie which rivaled my wife's (which is by far the best I've ever had)! It's a very nice place on the intercoastal and I recommend!

    (4)

  • Jeffrey O.

    Our group of 8 was treated to an exceptional array of seafood appetizers and entrees. Particularly notable were the crab cakes and lobster fritters. My wife really liked the ahi tuna and the preparation (rare) was right on the mark. The grilled salmon and magi were also excellent. Cap's wine list is one of the best I've seen in this area and the prices are very reasonable. Overall this was an excellent meal.

    (5)

  • Michael Hosto H.

    If you come with low expectations of the food you can enjoy yourself. This place is an amazing place to be for a cocktail at sunset. Watching the sunset over the intercoastal here is just a nice experience. I lived next door and became a big fan of the atmosphere but I have to say that the food is just not very good. Michael Hosto

    (2)

  • Annette G.

    This is more like 2.5 stars, but I'm rounding up because our server was really cool. You'll find this kind of 'classy seafood dive' up and down the coast of Florida. It's quaint, casual and usually serves up some fresh and delicious seafood. My experience left some to be desired in the seafood department unfortunately. We started with smoked fish dip, and I forgot to ask for some veggies instead of crackers for dipping. We had ordered some wine too, so I figured I'd tell our server when the wine came. Surprisingly, the app came out before our wine! So, that's kinda good on one hand, but unfortunately, I didn't really eat it until we got some veggies. Kudos to our server for snagging some from the kitchen! The fish dip tasted a little off. Maybe it was just a little too smokey, or maybe it needed some lemon juice... not sure. I wouldn't order it again. For dinner I had the garlic oysters and a side of grilled asparagus. The asparagus was super fresh and delicious, but just a bit over salted. Like, salt crystals crunching in your mouth, over salted. The oysters were TINY! I thought I'd be getting a dozen, but there were only 6, and they were the smallest 6 oysters I've ever seen. Even our server was surprised by how tiny they were. Sad, really. We needed to get moving, so we finished our dinner and took off. I wouldn't go out of my way to come back here, but judging from the steady stream of people walking in, I doubt that will matter much.

    (3)

  • Richard N.

    Beautiful setting on the intercostal. Food is average sea food. Nice beach restaurant. Very busy and kind of loud. I had the vanilla grouper. Fried fish served on mash potatoes served with a vanilla flavored cream sauce. Not bad but nothing special. I would go here for the atmosphere and enjoy a drink at the outdoor bar.

    (3)

  • Richard P.

    Top notch food, with an excellent atmosphere and view.

    (5)

  • Deirdre H.

    Caps is a must see. It is in a beautiful setting. Try to get there early and have a drink/ app at the bar or go sit on the dock and watch the sun set. The food is good. Some items better that others of course. The lobster bisque was perfect. It was just the right amount of sherry in it. I had the whole snapper. It was a special and very tasty. The key lime was great. The restaurant is very busy. Get there early. We did and still had an hour and 1/2 wait.

    (4)

  • Sabine M.

    Stumbled upon this quaint little spot. We ate outside under the heaters (because we found the two coldest days in Florida for the year) right on the water. Ate amazing food and had good service. The gumbo was SUPER Yummy!. The Shrimp appetizers were also amazing and we tried the Alligator tails (had to at least once); Alligator tails were like chicken nuggets, but it was still VERY good! A lovely Lovely Spot!

    (4)

  • Laura D.

    The best atmosphere in st Augustine! Food is ok, prices are high. Great for atmosphere and drinks.

    (2)

  • James B.

    Absolutely loved it! Went here for dinner tonight while in town for business and it is such a cool place. Almost every table looks out on the beach. We described it as elegant dining meets Margaritaville! The staff is very friendly and service was prompt. I tried the calimari valino as a starter and loved it. For my meal I had the vanilla grouper that others on here had written about and it was great. The weather was great for outdoor dining. I would definitely make it a point to go back.

    (5)

  • Erin S.

    Gorgeous spot for breathtaking sunsets! Not fancy by any means- sit outside near the water. Get there early! Peel & eat shrimp are amazing! Do NOT leave there without partaking in some coffee & their pineapple coconut cake- very different but absolutely DIVINE!!!!

    (4)

  • Cp S.

    Great view, good food, amazing service. Morgan, our waitress was very nice, the grupper in vanilla rum sauce was to die for! Would definitely go back!

    (4)

  • Jaclyn B.

    I went to dinner for the first time at Caps last night. The drinks were great (I had a Piña Colada), and all of the food I had was wonderful. I'm from out of town, and I was adamant about trying raw oysters. Our waitress was wonderful about explaining her way of eating raw oysters, and gave me some other pointers as well. She was very attentive, consistently checking on me and my party. I'm from Ohio, so I don't get fresh seafood much. They were incredibly busy, so next time I know to call ahead.. But even though we waited, it didn't seem long with going to the bar and pier. All and all, next time I'm in St. Augustine I'm definitely headed to Caps for dinner!

    (5)

  • B L.

    We always make sure we go to caps at least once each time we go to st Augustine. It is away from the touristy area and is casual but a special place to go. The outside atmosphere on the lake is great and the food does not disappoint. We really enjoyed the vanilla grouper and the stuffed flounder and the crab cakes are delicious.

    (4)

  • Ron C.

    We ate outside, the sunset was breathtaking, service was A+, drinks were A+, food was A+, what more can I say. Not sure if I will be visiting St. Augustine again, but I sure would take a detour on any drive through Florida, just to have another meal here. Kudos to the owners for getting it all right!!

    (4)

  • Suzanne G.

    What a great evening. The atmosphere and food in this place are both great. Service was just right and our waitress made sure my bloody mary was just how I like it. I had raw oysters, the calamari miso and the tuna tartare. All fresh and terrific. My girlfriends had great meals as well and because we were there on a Tuesday night....we had our pick of great tables outside!

    (5)

  • Sophia L.

    The atmosphere and view are great. We had a table on the deck and it was gorgeous. Unfortunately, the food is below average. I ordered the seared catch which was trigger fish and it was overcooked,dry and bland. The potato streudel was an odd side, the plantains were good but only got three small pieces. The vegetable were inedible - cold and unappetizing. My companion ordered blackened mahi and it was also dry and overcooked. We each ordered one glass of wine, the fish and split a bland key lime pie - the bill came to $76.00. Way too pricey for this food. Will only go back for cocktails on the deck - not dinner.

    (2)

  • digger d.

    Easy to find because of the HUGE landmark at the entrance to the road.....turn at the castle on A1A is all you need to know. Follow the signs. Indoor and outdoor seating. Family friendly, nice sunset view, on the water. Fans and heaters outside. Mainly seafood and salads. Started with fried calamari with miso dressing...$10 a portion that was tasty and didn't leave you too full for dinner. Dinner was two large dinner salads...the Stilton salad tasty with just enough dressing, walnuts and apples, just not enough Stilton to really name it that. Add shrimp for your protein. $20. Other salad was sesame chicken salad....not a lot of greens but ample chicken. Tasty....kitchen missed putting in a few key ingredients but made it up promptly. $20. Nice wine menu...mimosas made with Veuve Clicquot...mixed drinks light on the alcohol.

    (3)

  • Jim K.

    Food was excellent (although soup was cold) , setting is very pleasant but the service was inattentive at best!

    (3)

  • Ryan M.

    Cap's is an atmosphere and experience that can't be beat! THE best place to head for a dinner around sunset on the river, and definitely worth taking the time to have some drinks and relax before and after the meal on the dock, at the cash bar looking over the river, or at the oyster bar (FYI for after the sun goes down: bring a sweater, it can get breezy and cool out there, and if the bugs come out don't hesitate to ask the cash bartender for bug spray). This is a place where I always like to bring guests to; it is really a great Florida experience. Don't dare sit inside, this place is about the atmosphere of eating seafood on a deck underneath big mossy oak trees by the side of a river while the sun sets. Just make sure to either make reservations or plan on a 45-minute wait; everyone knows how great this experience is. That being said, the food quality and prices leave something to be desired. Everything is pretty high priced, and the food does tend to come out cold and is far from the best seafood in Florida. If you like calamari, you have to order the Calamari Vilano appetizer; spicy, flash fried calamari with wilted fried spinach. Incredible. The Gator Tail here is very chewy and I wouldn't recommend it. I would also avoid the Vanilla Grouper (it's WAY too vanillaey). The catches of the day are the best bets, blackened. Great place for a date or entertaining guests, just know that you're paying a little more for the atmosphere and enjoy it while keeping your food expectations in check. For families, the kids can go on to the beach and play on the tire swing and tree branches, a great way to let them let loose within eyesight while you can enjoy dinner. Also for dog owners, if you're nice and they're not too crowded they may let you sit at the table on the far left edge and bring your dog up with you (as they did for us once), a BIG plus in my book!

    (4)

  • Eryn S.

    The location is very interesting. You can either pull up in your boat or drive there. Your choice. The bread with the sun dried tomato butter is beyond amazing. Just don't fill up on it!!! It's hard not to. The she crab soup is something to behold and I don't even like crab. It's sweet and rich with just enough sex to make your mouth salivate onto your dinning companions. The walnut encrusted chicken blew my socks right off. It was juicy and tender. The sauce mixed with the crunch of the walnuts was a perfect combination. Although, the sides that were offered on the menu is not what I received the waitress did get me what I wanted at no charge. The fried flounder was cooked to a perfect golden brown. By the way my friend was digging in I can say it was amazing. Everything about our food was fantastic. The only thing that was bad was the service. Our waitress never offered or asked anything. We had to wait for her and tell her what we wanted. All in all, I would go back for sure to try more and more dishes.

    (4)

  • Orhan M.

    What an awesome place. One of the best outdoor experiences I've had in a very long time. Table right on the water. The lighting at night is amazing and of course the food. WOW! Fresh Grouper and Fresh Oysters. Oh yeah, an amazing wine list as well. Great great great. Plan on spending some time at dinner, you won't want to rush this meal!

    (4)

  • H P.

    Cap's on the Water has three star food in a five star location. Though tucked away it is worth the drive for the view. We came in at a busy time but we were seated fairly quickly. We had the alligator tail (think pork of the sea) as an appetizer. I have not had alligator before so I can't speak to the quality. The fish meals we had were tasty, one was a special blackened and the other was a grouper in a bure blanc-ish type sauce. All of the fish was slightly overcooked but edible, as I said the view and the wine were more interesting. The entrees are on the medium size so there was room for desert. The spicy mouse and the amoretto cake made up for any inadequacies of diner. Really great chocolate taste with a tang of chilies, I am making my own version of this at home and watching the sun set.

    (3)

  • Judy S.

    This was my second visit, food was fair, service unattentive, prices high for the quality. Location is neat but was disappointing experience to family members who hadn't been here before

    (2)

  • Gene c.

    On our most recent trip to St Augustine we had dinner twice at Cap's On The Water. The evening sunset with cocktails and dinner seated outside during our September visit was speculator. On our last night there my wife had a local fish entrée that was very good and I had tuna which was cooked perfectly rare, sides are nothing to get excited about and the whipped potatoes both nights were awful. Nonetheless it was two great evenings of fun, drinks and gorgeous sunsets without being rushed by either one of our servers.

    (4)

  • Stephanie D.

    My husband and I were visiting Ponte Vedra, without much knowledge of the surrounding areas. A friend of a friend recommended this place for dinner, said it was the best in the area. We had no place better in mind, so we decided to make the 30 minute drive from where we were staying to this little gem off the beaten path, literally a dirt road off A1A. (Easy to miss, actually, but if you pass the castle, you've gone too far.) We were there later on a Thursday (a bit disappointed that we missed the sunset, to be honest), and sat immediately. Luckily, almost all of the tables are waterfront or waterview, as the view and setting are one of Cap's big draws. We were well taken care of by one of the best servers I can ever remember having, Amanda. She was incredibly friendly, courteous, attentive, and knowledgeable. The restaurant had an amazing wine selection, which might not be expected, including wines by the glass, half-bottle, and bottle (Not to worry-if you can't finish, they have tamper-proof wine to-go bags...for real!) The food was Excellent (with a capital E!): -Ragin' Cracked Grouper with sweet pepper hash and sun dried tomato risotto (woa woa woa AMAZING) -roasted brussels sprouts, with a hint of honey--delish! -blackened Mahi with beans and rice and fried plantains, fish was fresh and all very flavorful -hush puppies that were better than most (sweet, but not greasy) We were too full for desert, so we went fat-and-happily on our way... and came back for dinner the very next night! (We just couldn't see taking a chance on other local seafood places with so-so or mixed reviews.) We made it for sunset this time (totally worth the planning!) and were lucky enough to be seated in Amanda's section once again. She remembered us, and picked up right where she'd left off the night before. Again, another delicious and satifying meal: -She crab soup, great flavors but texture was a little thick/lumpy -Ahi tuna, SUPER fresh and seared to absolute tasty perfection -Sea scallop and crabcake special, scallops were cooked perfectly and the fennel broth was unbelievable (I dare say the crabcake brought the dish down a bit) Again, too full for desert, but the options sounded delicious. If we find ourselves in this neck of the Florida woods again, we will definitely be back at Cap's!

    (5)

  • Nicole N.

    Went here for my birthday and enjoyed the atmosphere and food very much. My fiance had the vanilla grouper due to me insisting on it from reading on here, it was good, not what I thought it would be but still ok. I had an evening special that was amazing, the fondue was not typical fondue but still very tasty, I would go again.

    (3)

  • Rando S.

    We could hardly wait to get back to St Augustine to enjoy a great meal at Cap's. My wife and I arrived rather late 8:00 pm and although there were still alot of people there we were seated right away on their deck. Our waitress was very nice and helped us with or orders. After about 40 minutes our waitress explained that they had been very busy that night and that our food would be right out. After an hour we were ready to leave along with the table next to us. After a little over an hour our food arrived. It was very good but I think we're done with Cap's . TERRIBLE SERVICE

    (3)

  • Andrea S.

    One word- AMAZING. Food was excellent, the view doesn't get much better and the service was good! Just understand that if you go during peak hours you could wait about an hour for a table, but so worth it. Go grab a drink from the outside bar and take a seat on the dock and enjoy the views! A group of 6 of us went on a Friday night about 7pm and waited for about an hour, but it went by quickly.

    (4)

  • Mrs. R.

    It was good food but surprised to see the white table cloths -a little fancy on the Inside. Great out side! Food was good but would go back at lunch instead of dinner found a few other places that we preferred for dinner. But would recommend for an older crowd for dinner. Loved the water views would request there above the inside.The dinning room is rather crowded/small. but there are other places too that have great views See my other reviews.

    (3)

  • Josh W.

    Great place, Cool atmosphere but you pay for it.

    (4)

  • Moe G.

    Absolutely fantastic seafood, nice friendly waitstaff, picturesque deck on the water, you can show up in your flip-flops and a damp bathing suit and they make a great mojito. What more can a growing boy ask for? The bread and a walnut-herb butter that they bring to the table is a food group in and of itself. Our happy foursome had the lobster fritters killer pear raviolis and a dynamite snapper ceviche for apps, and then proceeded to have blackened grouper, honey glazed salmon, sesame seared tuna and flounder francaise for mains. All the fish was perfectly prepared and dead fresh.The fried sweet plantains, and the red beans and rice that came with a couple of the dinners were world-class. The key lime pie is served in a cup---a strange delivery system for key lime pie---but when it's this good, they could pretty much serve it in a doggie bowl. Oh---and did I mention they make a great mojito? Oh, I did, did I? Well, what the hell. It bears repeating. Phenomenal food. Loved this place. One of the best meals I've ever had anywhere. Run, don't walk.

    (5)

  • Sharese P.

    We spent the weekend in St. Augustine last weekend and stopped here. The crab cake and gumbo are to die for! They are stuffed with a million huge chunks of seafood and are expertly seasoned. We were feeling a bit adventurous and also ordered the calamari tacos; again perfection! It is hard for me to imagine that anything at this restaurant would taste bad. As a seafood crazed Floridian since moving here at 4 years old and a world travel junkie, I would definitely count Cap's as one of my all time favorites.

    (5)

  • Mitchell J.

    CAP is one of the Best Seafood Restaurants in St. Johns County, my favorite is the Vilano Shrimp and mahi mahi blackened

    (5)

  • Eunice C.

    We were in St. Augustine for a short vacation (Hibiscus Condos) and my BIL wanted to take us all out to dinner at a nice restaurant on the water. We found Cap's on Yelp and it was quite an adventure finding the place. It's behind a castle on Vilano Beach and located right there on the intracoastal. Pretty cool location and the food was great. I am not a "fish-eater" but everything on the seafood Sampler that we tried was awesome. My oldest daughter, who is a pretty picky eater herself, had the blackened Mahi Mahi and ate almost all of it. I had a Strawberry Daiquiri and just to warn you, they put a rum shot on the top. Make sure you swish it around before taking a sip. A little on the pricey side but almost all of the restaurants in St. Augustine are expensive. My youngest daughter and her friend thought our waiter was so cute, they took a picture of him.

    (4)

  • Lori M.

    I hate to review a "seafood" restaurant when I don't eat seafood myself, but... a recent visit to Cap's on the Water was probably the nicest outdoor dining experience I've had in Jacksonville! The venue is fantastic- not much to look at from the front, but the outdoor dining area is unbeatable. There is a lovely wrap-around deck overlooking the Intercoastal. I hear that sunset is the best time to visit, but we ate a late lunch and still enjoyed the view. It helped that the weather was a perfect 78 degrees, but I suspect the tree cover keeps the deck a nice temperature year-round. The unofficial children's play area was a couple of cypress (I think) trees with low, bending trucks and branches right by the water. We didn't have the kids with us, but I know my son would have really enjoyed this feature of the restaurant. THE FOOD: I enjoyed a tasty house salad with field greens, grapes and veggies. For my meal, a cheeseburger. I know, but it was a particularly good one! It was accompanied by crunchy sweet potato fries. My husband had fish tacos, which he said were delicious and fresh tasting. The fish comes blackened, FYI. *My only complaint has nothing to do with the restaurant and everything to do with the patrons. I HATE loud diners! I don't care what you have to say, be considerate and use your inside voice.

    (4)

  • cathy s.

    A must visit when in St. Augustine...awesome view!

    (4)

  • Joshua P.

    My wife, daughter, and I were in St. Augustine for the night and luckily stumbled upon Cap's. What a great experience! You can't beat the setting. My daughter loved playing on the beach and natural playground while we waited for our food. The salads were great, but my favorite food, peel and eat shrimp, was a little overcooked. I highly recommend this place.

    (4)

  • Joseph L.

    Just a update of this review look at the pictures a sandwich ,fish and chips ( fries out of the grocery store) calamari they made them so hot they new you would not eat much .And the server tells me "Its her favorite ya right!! " like to see her eat those chili's This is Lunch ( More than $50.00)! And this is a casual place ! With terrible service ! Every time I think of that Day it makes me think of the 4 ladies at the hostess stand talking( When I was leaving) . I walked up to see if I could get a to-go menu and stood about 4 feet away for about 10 minutes one of them looks up and says " Like OMG I'm like OMG going to the OMG club tonight OMG"she was not even talking to me I finally spoke and interrupted them? I ask for a menu she hands me a menu that was dripping wet with water you could not even read it . I said is this the only one you have ? She said OMG yes ! Go across the street and have a seafood brunch for 5 more dollars all you can eat with ocean view at The Reef!

    (2)

  • Nandu S.

    I love sitting in the sun at Cap's, enjoying a beer and some oysters. And shrimp. And gator tail. The fish is always awesome too, but I can never leave without ordering their key-lime-pie-in-a-cup. As a Floridian transplanted in Atlanta, I miss a lot of things, but Cap's gathers them all in one place. Go when it's warm, and aim for lunch--it gets pretty crowded around sunset.

    (5)

  • Mary P.

    What did we not have. We decided to do our version of tapas and just ordered a bunch of appetizers and shared an entree to get a taste of everything. Smoked fish dip was great...just right in flavor, didn't taste fishy at all, just tasted the smokiness to the dip. Calamari Vilano...what a great concept to fry spinach...kinda takes away the nutritional value to the green leaves, but it was superb. The calamari was very fresh, therefore, not rubbery at all. Crispy tuna salad...tuna was also very fresh and loved the wonton baskets...can I have some more please:) We ordered another appetizer that was a special for the day, but can't remember what it was called. Sea bass was a special for the evening with delish mashed potatoes in a white sauce...cooked just right and very flavorful. View was great, and no mosquitos:) I would definitely go back.

    (5)

  • Kathleen S.

    This was fun. Another nice spot on the water. Oysters were yummy. Nice bar inside. When it started to rain, they were quick to accommodate everyone that wanted to move inside. Very authentic Florida menu with all kinds of gator parts. Will be back.

    (3)

  • bob h.

    Great atmosphere but the food is average at best. The food was heavy handed on the flavors. The chef really needs to reign in the cooks. The original recipe on both of our dishes seem to have drifted. For the price, the food was not up to the standards of other newer restaurants in the city. We had the grouper with the sweet sauce. We got the sauce on the side and wow, I would not want a sauce that tastes like waffle cones all over what was a semi good piece of fish. There was a lot of blood meat to pick around too. I had the jambalaya and it was way over spiced and I love all of the spices in the sauce. The sauce just needs to be toned down a lot. Everything tasted like they dumped the jar of spice in the pot. If the chef would back , off on the flavors, these would be really good dishes. It's like airline food on the ground-you know how altitude take away all your taste and they have to ad spices to make it taste....well they could benefit greatly by backing it down a bit. I don't mean hot FYI, just too much of a good thing can spoil the total flavor of a dish.

    (3)

  • Zipporah BelongstoGod M.

    I wish there were more stars I could give this place! My first time here and I will be back. Things I tried: Lobster cups- DELICIOUS a delightful experience for my taste buds. An excellent blend. I can't stop raving Parmesan crab cakes- AMAZING!!!! My favorite loved it as an appetizer! Loved it so much I got it as my meal but super lump meat instead which cost a few dollars more I had a virgin piña colada which was delicious!!!!! I really enjoyed my meal and the service was awesome!

    (5)

  • Samantha F.

    I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS PLACE!!! They have a plethora of appetizers to choose from! All seemed to have an original twist to make them unique to Cap's. The Spicy Shrimp Violano was excellent! And the Calamari! I tried the Seafood gumbo & I'm a fan of spice filled hearty soups and this one is a keeper, my friends! WOW! From the first taste, down to the last rumble Of cornbread along with your bowl Ripping scrapping the bottom for the last drop it is so tantalizing and hearty; filled with seafood and veggies for he perfect combination! Mouth Watering!! Then I had some of the blackened Fish....man, any way you had your fish prepared....amazing. Tender and flaky and moist in all the best ways! This was succulent and filling served with caramelized plantains!! So good!! I couldn't make room for dessert but their options seemed interesting! I'll definitely have to try some next time! It's the perfect outdoor porch setting along the Vilano Beach shores. Romantic and chill! I will return every time we visit my in-laws'n

    (5)

  • Marie L.

    Not really impressed with this place. The location is great with a beautiful view but don't come here if you want food between 3:30 and 5:30pm as you will be sadly disappointed. Why? Because its a restaurant with no food. Some crappy/boring appetizers, soup, salad or oysters are your only option during this time. Stay away from the Bloody Mary - it's just yucky! We did a smorgasbord of appetizers and was not impressed with any of it. Well, the steamed oysters were good but it's kinda hard to mess those up. Don't order the raw ones unless you like shucking them yourself. The staff was super nice!!! They were attentive and just good at what they do. This is a good place to drink and enjoy the view but I wouldn't recommend the food.

    (2)

  • Peter L.

    Super Food ! Great Location ! Great Service !

    (5)

  • George V.

    Delicious food . Fast service ! Beautiful place to eat firh family or romantic dinner time . Food have super taste there is no question about it . Only one think i saw not good was a dark mint in mohito drink .. But its nothing because the rest of this place is just +++++++++ .. Lets go eat here again

    (5)

  • Ashley B.

    This place has been my favorite place in St Augustine. Great view over the water, pretty at night will all the lights in the trees. Lots of fans so you are not hot. Food was wonderful. Had the cheese plate and the grouper special. The white sangria was delicious. One item I would highly suggest getting are the hush puppies. Wow! The best part is we were able to dock the boat at their dock and eat. Really nice place.

    (5)

  • Dave O.

    I've been wanting to try this place for quite awhile and finally got the opportunity on this beautiful Saturday afternoon. We were lucky enough to find a parking spot in the tightly packed sand lot parking lot, the extremely narrow aisles can be a little challenging if your driving a truck or larger vehicle. The main entrance and exit is open air matching the best part of the restaurant's open deck dining and outdoor bar areas giving it, it's Old Florida charm. We strolled past the hostess station and found seats at the bar facing the river under a old shady oak tree. The staffed wasted no time in bringing us up to speed on the specialty drinks, appetizers and lunch options ( note to file the lunch menu is available until 3:30 PM). Today's visit was about ice cold refreshing cocktails and tapas (they don't refer to the appetizer as tapas but essentially that's what they are). Although the staff at the bar worked well as a team Danny was out main server and he was excellent he made recommendations on appetizers as well as drinks and kept us aware of the time in case we wanted to put in a lunch order. We decided to stick with the original plan and order appetizers starting off with the Calamari Vilano - tender calamari flashed fried and tossed in a light olive and pepper salsa like concoction over a bed of fried spinach. It was absolutely magnificent. To accompany the first appetizer we chose Tim's famous Rum Runners with a 151 floater served up in a real glass filled with ice garnished with a stemmed cherry and orange slice. After enjoying this and some conversation with a few of the bar' patrons and staff we tried a frozen version of the rum runner and a margarita both were equally as good as our first choice. We then ordered a 1/2 pound of the peel and eat Florida Red Shrimp served with old bay and drawn butter both served on the side. I think we both enjoyed the calamari better as we felt the shrimp were just okay. Over-all a great experience and there's no doubt we will return when we are back in the area. We didn't stay to experience the sunset but it's understandable after this visit how popular this location has become. The price aren't terrible but you definitely need to expect to pay a little more because of the atmosphere and the popularity of this place. This by no means is your typical fried seafood shack on a river bank so plan accordingly.

    (4)

  • Eve D.

    The view is what we came for. And it didn't disappoint. I heard about the vanilla grouper so of course I had to try it. I was pretty shocked by the sticker price. But it's a nice night out so no biggie. But the drink prices, wow. $10 for a cocktail? That's ridiculous. The service was ok. A little slow, but it was busy. All and.All there are places in St. Augustine, but it wasn't terrible.

    (4)

  • Mary G.

    Wonderful views and relaxed environment. Nothing better than sitting on an open deck on the Intracoastal, with live oaks shading the tables. Food is really fresh with lots of variety, mostly great seafood options. Jambalaya is a terrific choice, served with cornbread. Would also highly recommend the catch of the day-- Today it was perfectly grilled salmon, paired with crispy perfect hush puppies and salad. Staff is plentiful and attentive. I highly recommend this place! We went there for our anniversary and were not disappointed.

    (5)

  • Ivan B.

    Celebrated our 45th anniversary at Caps. First Matt was our waiter. He was friendly professional, knowledge and proactive. We were seated outside and we felt a few drops of rain, Matt came to our table and told us he had an insider table by the window. Right after we went a inside the rain came down. Thanks again Matt. When your from out of town it not easy to pick a good place to dine. We hit upon a gem. From the soup to the main coarse to desert everything was perfect, well prepared and played perfectly. Our table had chicken, grouper, Salmon, shrimp each were perfect. We will return Key lime pie in a cup is not to be missed

    (5)

  • Steve G.

    We went here 2 nights ago on a Wednesday, at 6PM... and I could not even get into the parking lot because is was that busy. So be forewarned. When I did find a place to park, and went up to the hostess stand, I was told it was an hour and half wait for an outside seat. Ouch! Then we asked for first available, and they told us they could seat us right away in the "dining room". The dining room has a full glass wall overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway and an amazing view... plus you get air conditioning! So I was pretty happy how it all turned out. Be aware (this is all my opinion)... the dishes here are on the pricier side. But, you do get a great view and a touristy vibe. So I think its a fair trade-off. The food is good, and everything is very fresh. I had a scallops, shrimp, and calamari pasta dish. It was a fair serving portion of each. And it tasted good. The dish was $25... which is OK, if not a hair bit pricey for pasta. My wife had the Ahi Tuna, which she really loved. We also shared a side of the fried plantains.. which are so good they are almost dessert. We also shared a pitcher of white sangria which was very yummy, and good for about 5 glasses. I like it here. It's nice to have dinner with a water view, and watch an amazing sunset.

    (4)

  • Tim P.

    The best service and food !!! Neely was an awesome bartender she will make anything you want . I hate yelp !! But I needed to post everywhere how good this place is .

    (5)

  • Mel B.

    I like Cap's, but it's pricey for what you're getting. I think that if there were more restaurants in the area, it would not get the same praise. It's a lovely atmosphere though, and we enjoy going every once in a while and bringing out of town visitors.

    (4)

  • Shannon G.

    Our favorite place to go while in Ponte Vedra. Never had a bad meal here and the staff is always friendly, helpful and knowledgable. Great atmosphere on the water.

    (5)

  • D G.

    If you're looking for a pretty waterfront restaurant this is the place. The staff is courteous and professional. The missing piece of this puzzle is the food which really fell below the mark. I don't think vanilla pudding is good with fish under any circumstances(I got mine on the side, it was supposed to be rum-vanilla ~sauce. It wasn't even b pourable). There's a huge difference between steak fries and Belgian frites. I had a bad food experience, but I really kind of liked it here. Go here with your friends to drink and hang over an expensive meal. If you want some tasty food, try elsewhere.

    (2)

  • Christopher M.

    I have been to Caps twice. Both times the food was incredible, the service outstanding and the atmosphere unbeatable. This is perfect for any occasion and great for a romantic date night. The gator bites are awesome and the she crab soup is the best I have ever had. The prices are higher but worth it because of the atmosphere, flavor, service and overall cleanliness. Excellent place to eat. 5 stars!

    (5)

  • Collette M.

    At first we were upset we came on a night it was raining. The restaurant is on the best location on the intercostal. Outside dinning under lite trees with hanging chandeliers makes for a romantic ambiance. We had to sit inside but the rain became a thunderstorm with lighting right next to us! The staff were incredible and made sure we felt safe. They even had to get wet every time they came to the side dinning section. Not once did they complain about being soaked! In addition to the service the food was incredible. I highly suggest the vanilla grouper that has been on the menu for years!

    (5)

  • Shelbie C.

    Great casual atmosphere and wonderful for families bc small beach on outside of deckKids meal needs an upgrade though! No veggie options?! And all fried proteins for kids. But the blackened grouper was delist and my crusted mahi could have fed me and one of the girls! Nice outdoor old Florida experience

    (4)

  • Susan B.

    We rented a boat and pulled up to Caps. Got a table outside. Enjoyed the awesome view. Very casual. Nice variety menu. Something to eat and drink for all ages. Good service. Look forward to coming back.

    (5)

  • Mike T.

    This place has an amazing location. Having dinner here around sunset is really where this restaurant shines. Food not so much! I have been to this place many times due to the close proximity of our house. I love coming here and having a couple drinks and eating some oysters during sunset. Several nights lately I have come here for dinner and I have not been impressed. This place is a fish camp charging way too much money for dinner. The menu has been the same for 15 years, nothing really original.

    (2)

  • Morgan H.

    I can't wait to come back here for dinner sometime. The place doesn't look like much from the road or even the parking lot, but where it really steals the show is with the view. It's INCREDIBLE! We had the pimento fish spread and the lobster and gruyere bites. Both were yummy. What really caught my eye was that they having an oyster eating challenge that you can do. The last woman that did it won by eating 21 doz. in an hour. You have to give them some notice so they can prepare everything...basically they want to know how many dozen you think you can do (obviously the whole point is to beat the previous winner otherwise it will be an expensive experience) and they will have them shucked and ready to go for you. If you beat the previous person, not only are the oysters free but you also get a $25 gift check and your name plaque on the winners wall. (Men, the last guy winner finished 45 dozen! Yes 45!?!) Challenge accepted, I will be back lol :)

    (4)

  • Becky B.

    Excellent. Beautiful outdoor restaurant overlooking the water. Delicious. Great food. Loved the atmosphere.

    (5)

  • Kerry J.

    The best place for a waterfront meal in St Augustine. Caps has an Old Florida feel and is full of rustic charm. You have a great view of the sunset from here since it's positioned to face the west. Not many other restaurants in St Augustine offer a west-facing vantage point. I love the fish tacos, which come topped with avocado, sour cream, salsa, and cilantro. You can get your fish blackened or sautéed, and choose between the catch of the day (market price) or cod. If traditional fish tacos aren't your thing, they have other taco fillings like ahi tuna and shrimp. Tacos come with flour tortillas but crunchy corn tortillas are also available. The oysters are great but prices can vary greatly depending on their selection. They also offer a gluten free menu with a lot of choices. No need to ask for a separate menu either, this can be found on the last few pages of the regular menu. Oddly enough there is some sort of farm next door. If you are sitting on the south side of the restaurant, you may have to put up with a noisy rooster. Dockage is available if you're coming by boat.

    (5)

  • Tammie V.

    Started with oysters rockefeller, then a Caps salad with grilled shrimp. Ray has fried shrimp with hush puppies and mango salad. We both ordered bloody marys. Mine was very spicy so Ray drank both and I ordered a rum runner. Bartender has a heavy hand lol. Good drinks if you like them strong. Food was great. Service was awesome. Our waitress Ashley was very attentive. An A plus plus!!

    (5)

  • Mariah D.

    Caps NEVER disappoints!! Atmosphere, food and staff are amazing! Chef Scott is so creative and always makes our visit one to remember! Thank you for all of the wonderful memories!

    (5)

  • Joseph K.

    A hidden gem in St. Augustine. Fresh seafood, ample portions and good service. A fusion of sophisticated and home style flavors.

    (4)

  • J T.

    Had a very enjoyable meal here with my family a few weeks ago. Everyone in my party enjoyed what they ordered. The vanilla grouper was fantastic. The octopus was outstanding and was served warm on arugula leaves. It was nice to walk out on the pier after our meal and enjoy the view.

    (5)

  • Sarah F.

    5 for the view! This restaurant / bar is set right on the water with a perfect sunset view. It is open air and every table has a gorgeous view. It was so pleasant that we changed our plans to only have a drink there and stayed for dinner. Food is a 3 - which explains the overall 4 star review. Our meal was fine but not particularly flavorful - more or less just average. But we did not regret staying because the atmosphere was so special and the service was very friendly!

    (4)

  • Brooke K.

    We would have loved to eat here but they could not move two tables together to accommodate our party by a window (wanted to shove us in a booth with no view). This was at five on a Wed (in other words, they were a ghost town), the hostess was confused then appalled we even asked, and the manager was strangely unhelpful. They get two stars because the location is beautiful. Really disappointed as we drove half an hour from our condo with relatives to enjoy this place after a lot of talking of how awesome it was.

    (2)

  • Brian A.

    I've got nothing but praise for the food and scenery here at Cap's. Sitting outside is essential. Kind of goes without saying when half the photos posted are of the glorious sunset you get included with dinner. As for the food, it's yet to disappoint. I had the seared grouper with grilled asparagus and fried cauliflower. The fish was cooked perfectly along with the asparagus and cauliflower. I should mention the cauliflower was a nice touch instead of rice or some other starch. I opted for the 4 oz. portion since we had an appetizer of oysters, which was over 2 dozen. SO WHAT GIVES?! Sounds like a no brainier 5 star review right?! The service here blows. And this isn't the first time its blown. Our server was clearly weeded, profusely sweating, and complaining. I get the sweating part, he was working outside, but being over your head on a slow Tuesday night and telling us about it? Come on bro! It took over fifteen minutes to get our bottle of wine after we ordered it, which was nearing the ten minute mark of being sat. That being said, we weren't in a hurry so it was no big deal. One of my biggest pet peeves at restaurants is having a busy server, while all the other servers jaunt around merrily. If you see a table waiting without so much as a glass of water in front of them, go ask if they've been served! Just knowing that much can change a whole experience for a patron. Anyways... the food arrived shortly after we were finally able to order. As I stated before, it was fantastic. Will I continue to come here? Yes. No one offers the experience that they do. Do I know what to expect. Yes. The servers need to pull it together or the management needs to take a hard look at who they employ. I know it sounds harsh but I can drive twenty more minutes into downtown St Augustine for the same seafood and find better service at another restaurant.

    (4)

  • Beth M.

    Awesome meal. An hour wait, but with great views and great food, it was well worth it. Friends at the table got seafood and enjoyed. I got the chicken gnocchi, which may have been the best chicken I've had in my life. Delicious.

    (5)

  • Patty M.

    Views are terrific! Waited at the bar for our table, made friends with other tourists, it was great. Food and service was excellent!

    (5)

  • Calvin N.

    Great service - Single at the bar on a business trip, Blaze was astute Bartender and very knowledgeable with the menu! The Calamari Vilano & Sea Salt Caramel Cheesecake, a must have!

    (5)

  • Alex M.

    The service was amazing, the parking lot was full but I was seated immediately. Soon after being seated I recieved service and the servers were very nice. The only problem was the jambalaya was not the best. But I had eaten with several other people and they said the meal was one of the best they had ever had.

    (5)

  • Michael K.

    Could be the best restaurant in St Augustine. 3 for dinner, we split the lump crab cake, shrimp vilano, and tuna/crab duo appetizers. All three were excellent. Entree I had the whole fried flounder which I had a slight fear would be greasy or taste too "fried". Not a shot. The dish was awesome. Lightly crispy crunchy outside, other than the crispiness you would never know it was fried. My wife had the vanilla grouper, and my mother the seared tuna. Everything was fresh and fantastic, and the service was great as well. The wine list is great, and finally..... somewhere without a 100% mark-up. The mark-ups were so low I thought the page I was looking at was half bottles. Great spot!

    (5)

  • Jenn S.

    For years I have been enjoying the food and service of Caps. I refer all of my hospital's visiting physicians and all out of town guest to Caps. On Valentine's Day this year, I decided to take 6 people to Caps for dinner. Three of us met at Caps at 5pm and the other three would be joining us; coming in from Orlando and St. Augustine. The three of us who arrived first knew we would have to wait and said it would be worth every minute! We sat at the bar ordered two drinks a piece, enjoyed conversations with others sitting at the bar. We were sat in the covered patio overlooking the water. We order a 60.00 bottle of wine and 4 apps while waiting on our friends to arrive. I got up to use the ladies room and upon arrival back to the table, the manger was there asking when our party would arrive and when we were leaving. We informed him we just finished a 60.00 bottle of wine and many apps and were about to order more wine and dinner (just as we said that the rest of our party walked through the door) We were so upset that the manager came to our table questioning us and prompting us to leave. We asked the waitress to bring our check which was about 130.00 up to that point not to mention the bar drinks. We took care of her and her good service - and if we had stayed our bill would have been close to 300-400.00. I confronted the manager twice upon us departing the restaurant - I was so angry that he had the nerve to come to our table and basically asking when we were leaving. I will NEVER return to Caps and now will make sure social media knows the story. I am very disappointed in the professionalism of this manager.

    (1)

  • Jordan O.

    Went here for lunch on a day when it was storming out. Still had one of the best lunches of my life. The shrimp Vilano was perfect, the salads were excellent (the spinach was just as fresh as the tuna) and the service was done with a smile. All in all, it's worth the 15 minute drive each and every time you go to St. Augustine!

    (5)

  • Tariq S.

    The food here is 3 stars. Normally I don't factor in ambiance, but this place has a 5 star ambiance, so lets meet halfway yelpers at 4 stars.

    (4)

  • Rachel R.

    This place was stupendous, the view alone is worth the stop. We were going for a booth by the sea of course but the wait was an hour and a half for three. The taking a buzzer, we made our way to the bar, lucky for us there were two seats open and not too long for the third. Decided to eat at the bar after trying some appetizers, we couldn't wait. Ordered the she crab soup, lobster cups and a pesto cesear salad as appetizers. I highly recommend them all! The pesto dressing on the salad was grand and I loved that it came so you cut it up yourself. Soup was creamy and flavorful. The lobster cups were little bites of creamy lobstery goodness, awesome! For our entrees, I ordered the penne Rockefeller with blackened chicken. Pasta was cooked perfect and the sauce was delish. My boyfriend ordered the aged steak with mashed potatoes And veggies. Came with this AMAZING sauce to smear on the steak. My bf's mom ordered the planko crusted triggerfish which was cooked perfect with a crispy outside. The service is a tad slow but it's so busy there it's understandable. Get there early.

    (4)

  • Mindy P.

    The shrimp was fresh and delicious, and the ambiance was great. I had the yellow rice and beans as a side, and it was average at best. I would definitely dine here again while visiting St. Augustine.

    (4)

  • Abbey M.

    If you are looking for a beautiful view of the water or would like to watch the sunset with a loved one, look no farther! Caps has a breathtaking view! I would suggest making a dinner reservation or plan on having a few cocktails by one of the two bars prior to your meal because this place does get busy! Their are lots of places to sit, they have an indoor seating area as well as a covered outdoor area and tables by the water. The menu is presented very well in that the descriptions and pictures all look appetizing but I will say that so far none of the dishes have impressed me. This restaurant gets a 5 for presentation but the menu gets a 3 for taste.

    (4)

  • Ian M.

    I've been here twice. Once for lunch on Sunday and once for a birthday dinner. Service was good and so was the food.

    (5)

  • Robert R.

    Beautiful location.Food wasn't up to the price ,overcooked, soggy vegetables . Service was just average

    (2)

  • Erin L.

    AWESOME food. One week later and I'm still thinking about the Crab Louie. The deep fried gator tail was alright, and the calamari with different dipping sauces was great. The free valet parking is a nice touch but can get backed up. This place was also great for people watching. Downsides: - For some reason, you have to wait for a table in the main section, but a small section near the side bar is first-come, first-served. We only found this out because we happened to walk over there, but it would have been nice if the hosts had mentioned this to us. - During our whole meal, I was a bit distracted by the servers hanging out at the bar being pretty unprofessional. Eating and drinking behind the bar and then immediately serving customers. Hanging around and chatting when there are plenty of customers who could use a refill on drinks, another napkin, etc.

    (4)

  • Danielle F.

    This is my favorite restaurant ever. I have been coming here for my birthday every year and love it every time. The view is great and the service is always excellent. The seafood is always fresh and delicious. I love sitting beneath the oak trees and watching the sun set.

    (5)

  • Spirit B.

    Absolutely beautiful intercostal waterway views. Great food. Come early as they do not take reservations. If you have a boat , then ride right up to their dock.

    (5)

  • E H.

    This place is fantastic! First of all, the outdoor seating makes for a lovely experience. I started with the fried green tomatoes, which I recommend. I had the fish and chips, and my husband had the grilled mahi and oysters, all of which we enjoyed. It was just a really nice, intimate and delicious dinner, and we will definitely be back.

    (5)

  • Alex A.

    Amazing--the food was delicious and our waitress was great, she was extremely respectful, had helpful local knowledge, and recommended some really good menu items. We got a few of their appetizers (gator bites were the best) and some salads, it was perfect for our group of three. It may be a bit pricy if you are just grabbing a bite to eat, but appropriate for a going-out-to-dinner meal and well worth it. Highly recommended.

    (5)

  • Brandon C.

    My wife had the salmon, which she loved. I tasted it as well and thought it was great. I decided to go simple and try the fried shrimp. The portions were perfect. We really liked their hush puppies!

    (4)

  • Anne W.

    Very friendly idyllic stop for a Sunday lunch. Sat at the outdoor bar with a great view of docks and water. She crab soup was yummy, fish taco perfect addition.

    (5)

  • Melissa F.

    Amazing view, service and food! An enjoyable experienced. I think we were the only people that did not have a Florida tag. We felt like a local.

    (5)

  • Jay T.

    Had a fantastic meal here. Service was A+. The food blew away my expectations. Octopus in their Octopus salad was the best I've ever had. Vanilla grouper is a must, spinach was crisped, not mushy, nice touch. Great Bloody Mary.

    (5)

  • Wendy S.

    Just thinking about this place makes my mouth water. Definitely one of the coolest places I've ever been to! I felt like I was eating at a treehouse in the water. The cider selection was blah, which is surprising considering that a lot of people prefer that these days... Got a frozen margarita instead, but BOY was it strong! My boyfriend got the local IPA and loved it, and my parents said their Bloody Mary's were awesome! I got grilled shrimp, and hush puppies and they were the best hush puppies I've ever had! Definitely recommend this to any seafood lover!

    (5)

  • Jackie C.

    this was just okay. i probably won't go back unless a group of people choose this place. it's a pretty setting, so that was nice. i didn't care for the crab louie. it reminded me of an overturned can of alpo or cat food. that's how the crab louie comes. it's round, like in a mold, packed together. sorry but that was the impression i got. also, i didn't like the triangle pieces of bread or whatever the accompaniment was with the crab louie. they were too hard, too oily, and too yucky. the soups are the most expensive i've ever had to pay. they weren't worth the price in my opinion, though it was yummy. here's a suggestion to caps: offer more of the soup and lower the price a bit. ***if you're wearing sandals, opt for the valet service or get dropped off at the entrance to the restaurant. i learned the hard way. i was wearing sandals and we had to park far. the parking lot is all sandy and sand kept getting in my shoes. i had already showered, so it felt yucky.***

    (3)

  • Regina T.

    Oh my my my!! This is a must to eat here if you're visiting St Augustine, Ponte Vedra, Jacksonville FL, or any surrounding area!!

    (5)

  • David F.

    Best seafood I've had. Amazing view of the Intercoastal waterway. I ordered the scallops for an appetizer, and they were some of the best that I have had. Have a nice bar and is good for groups, too. Recommended.

    (5)

  • Carlos S.

    I have tried pretty well all major restaurants from Vilano to Flagler and this place blows everybody away. I have never had a bad meal here. I live by Hammock and don't mind the drive for the food served here. Keep up the good work. The Floridian, Collage, Michaels, Harrys , Raintree or Catch 27 doesn't even come close.

    (5)

  • Kresta A.

    Everyone is raving about this place, but for me, all I can say I enjoyed was the view. My waiter was slow, he did not ever bring me a bread basket. As for the meal, I just had the gumbo, and it was good, but over priced. For me,I travel a lot and see a lot of prices, this seemed high for the quality. Great view though, and I may go back and just get a drink at the bar and stand on the dock.

    (2)

  • Megan E.

    Literally, the best restaurant I have ever been to. Yes, we had to wait an hour and a half to sit down but our view and food was well worth it. A nice pier to sit and wait and watch the sunset. The food was delicious. The service was great. Highly recommended!!!

    (5)

  • Anony M.

    My husband & I enjoyed our first experience at Caps on the Water! We had a beautiful view of the water and enjoyable food. Our server, Adam, was fantastic! We ordered: *Oysters - Delicious! *Blackened Grouper - Delicious! *Vanilla Grouper - My husband loved it; I thought it was not great - seemed more like a mushy vanilla pudding than a seafood dish. We were able to see a family of dolphins while sitting by the water - WOW! Also, it was a beautiful day & had the opportunity to see a lot of activity on the water: boaters, kids tubing, jet-skiers, & even a family arriving to the restaurant by boat. I especially enjoyed the ambiance - A cool, breezy, outdoor seating area that's right on the water. Negatives: *The parking lot is on sand, so be ready for messy shoes/feet. *No animals allowed. I like to bring my dogs everywhere & if I'm on the beach with my dogs, then I will not be able to enjoy Caps on the Water. The sign is very clear, as it reads, "ABSOLUTELY NO ANIMALS ALLOWED." *The menus are cheap laminated booklets. I recommend going to this casual restaurant!

    (4)

  • John S.

    Stopped at Cap's a late summer Sunday afternoon. The place is deservedly crowded, but we snagged a couple of seats at one of the outdoor bars. This was fortunate. The atmosphere, with the sun descending over the water, is the perfect way to end the weekend. We had two drinks. First was a very average mojito. Drinkable, but not special. Recently acquired friends were enjoying piña coladas with a Myer's Rum floater. Not only was the drink exactly as a Parrot-head would want (copious amounts of alcohol) it also tasted great. In addition we had the salmon appetizer, and tuna tempura. I think both were very good, however, they came after the piña coladas.

    (5)

  • Clarice O.

    The gorgeous view is most definitely the selling point of Cap's on the Water. Dining seaside during sunset is simply divine. But we all know that a wonderful dining experience is a combination of delectable food, fantastic ambience, great company, and great service. As mentioned, the ambience is made fantastic by the gorgeous views. Great company is always provided by the person/s you dine with (hence pathetic company is one's fault and not the restaurant's) and I dined with my beloved daughter and favorite cousin/best friend so definitely no complaints there. Now to the food and service. The food was good but I have had better. We had the calamari for the appetizer and we demolished it in less than five minutes. It was good! We ordered the kid's fish and chips, vanilla grouper, and seafood combo. The seafood was fresh and that's the best thing anyone can ask for! The vanilla grouper piqued my interest in that I have never had fish and vanilla cooked together. I was excited, but I was slightly disappointed in the dish. It was good, but it was nothing special. If I were to return here, I probably would not be ordering it again as Cap's seems to have other interesting seafood selection. (Note: a word to the wise, though, they are rather pricey.) As for the service, everyone was helpful and very friendly. The staff is so used to their diners going gaga over their beautiful setting that once they see a camera, it seems to be an instinct to them to offer to take your picture. They are also very knowledgeable about their menu and very easy to banter with. If ever I return to St. Augustine, I would not hesitate to have another sunset dinner at Caps' on the Water.

    (4)

  • Britton Y.

    My husband and I just had the best experience at Caps! We were looking for a nice waterfront spot to finish out our trip and this was perfect. Our server Summer was very attentive and welcoming. We had oysters Rockefeller, clams, lobster phyllo cups, and many delicious beverages. The view is one that can't be beat. Come here! Especially if you want a nice low key, under the trees, dining experience.

    (5)

  • Heather T.

    Ridiculously good food! I went to this restaurant because everyone else told me I should go. And now I know why--probably the best food of my stay in St. Augustine! This place is a great balance between uber foodie enjoyment and casual American dining, and although it was raining when we ate lunch, the deck, view of the water and beach is beautiful--I can't wait to go back on a sunny, warm day! They rolled out brand new menus the day before my lunch, and the pictures of everything looked delicious. We started with the Shrimp Vilano, perfectly cooked with a spicy sauce on top. Amazing! I had a salad, and normally salads are boring, but the chicken was so well seasoned, the dressing was light and refreshing (and they didn't drown the lettuce in dressing), and the apples, blue cheese, and nuts were fresh and complementary. I WILL make this restaurant a must-go restaurant for all of my trips here!

    (5)

  • Daisy D.

    Like a fine wine, Cap's has gotten better with age. It's and mine. I've grown to appreciate (more every day) where I grew up and I have spent many a meal at Cap's. If you go right at prime dinner hour, be prepared to wait if you want to sit outside. I've been back numerous times since my last review and I can't think of one single thing to find a fault in. On my most recent visit - July 4th of all days - we were able to get in pretty quickly and had a table right along the water. For my nephew's first visit, I couldn't have asked for anything better. We shared a dozen Florida Gulf oysters to start. My nephew ordered the snow crab legs and I had the crab cake dinner. My nephew loved the crab legs and sucked every last bite out of the claws that he could get. My crab cake dinner was excellent. Each bite melted on my tongue and the remoulade added a nice layer without overpowering the dish. The arugula salad had a nice bite to it and - though opposite - played quite well with the crab cake. The asparagus were thin little buttery spears of goodness that I quickly ate up. Recently I had discovered a something on their menu - Ahi Tuna sliders - that I had ordered several times. I unfortunately did not get a chance to review them before they were taken off the menu. Hopefully they'll be back one day.

    (5)

  • Nina C.

    Where do I begin!? The view alone in this place is a spectacular one, the service was also great! My roommate and I sat at the outside bar. To start with I ordered a great bloody mary and the Shrimp Vilano. For my lunch entrée I ordered the blackened shrimp tacos and they were equally delicious. The tacos are listed on the lunch menu, not the dinner menu. I would highly recommend this wonderful place!

    (5)

  • Michelle F.

    I love this place. It reminded me of a restaurant in St. John. It's beautiful and fun at the same time. Oyster was my fav. And yes! The vanilla grouper was to die for. I have never tasted something so unique. The kids had fun going to the beach below. I highly recommend this and will definitely return.

    (5)

  • Lee M.

    This has to be our most memorable meal during our visit to St. Augustine. Eating Unser cover at the water's edge and the excellent food make this a must on any itinerary. We will definitely make this a stop on our return.

    (5)

  • Phil P.

    The food is great! We tried several dishes; Scallops, Pear Ravioli, Ceaser Salad, Shrimp Sandwich, Sweet Potato French fries, all were excellent! The location is very cool and off the beaten path, just like we like it. Get there early so that you can eat on the patio and enjoy the water and boats moving by.

    (5)

  • Jason P.

    This is one of my favorite restaraunts in North Florida. It is very scenic and relaxed on the intracoastal waterway. It makes for a great date spot, it is in the back of a neighborhood off the beaten path. You are usually in for a wait as it is a popular place for the locals. Food has been excellent every time I have been. Definitely a unique experience.

    (5)

  • Landon W.

    When we arrived at Ponte Vedra, we were told by a lady at the Publix that Cap's is a very popular spot for tourists and locals alike. She wasn't kidding! We arrived just before 6 on Sunday to a jam packed parking lot. We went with the complimentary valet service and headed inside, where we found ourselves faced with a 1 1/2 hour wait. Reservations are not an option, so we sucked it up and bellied up to the bar until our time came. While waiting, we ordered up some drinks and calamari. I tried a specialty cocktail that consisted of gin, tonic, and cucumber. It was pretty delicious! The calamari was good too, and it was accompanied by 2 types of sauces and seaweed salad. By the time our table was ready, that calamari had long since been consumed and we were starving. We were led out onto the huge outdoor deck that looked over the water. Of all the table out there, we got the WORST possible table that was no where near the water or the fantastic sunset view. That was disappointing to say the least, especially given how long we had waited. Our waiter was obviously stressed and from the minute he approached us it was easy to tell that he was overwhelmed. The ordering process was very slow and we had to wait a bit longer than is reasonable for drinks and food. I can cut him a break but I have to hold the restaurant accountable for not having enough staff available to be attentive to their customers. This place was not cheap and when you pay more, you expect better service. While the service was lacking, the food itself made up for it! We ordered up a variety of things, including: peel and eat shrimp, oysters, grouper, shrimp curry, and flounder. Everything was really tasty and well prepared. My grouper was blackened and came with a pepper cream sauce, plantains, and orzo. The oysters were really good as well and I'd rank them in my top 10. At the end of the day, it was a pretty good experience at Cap's. Be prepared to deal with long wait times and service that is average at best. It's worth the wait to enjoy the tasty food in an awesome outdoor atmosphere!

    (4)

  • Alena W.

    I do love this place. Anytime we are on that side of the coast, we always visit Caps. It does get very crowded, but it sits right on the water so you can grab a drink and sit in the sand while you wait for your table. They have wonderful seafood, and my children loved the gator tail for an appetizer. The restaurant itself has a rustic old FL feel. Service is great, food is awesome, great bar drinks. This is one place where the whole family will enjoy dinner.

    (5)

  • Jax C.

    Beautiful location. Awesome food. Kids can play in the sand while the adults enjoy after dinner conversation.

    (5)

  • Ellen B.

    Just a great all around restaurant. Great food, excellent views and outside dining. It's one of those places that makes you so grateful to live in Florida!

    (4)

  • Gail D.

    What a great find on our way back on A1A between St. Augustine and Jacksonville. You almost have to just know about this delightful place that overlooks the intercoastal waterway. Doesn't look like much but the food was great and so was our waiter. Check it out if you are in the area.

    (5)

  • Frank J.

    We arrived at about 11:05 AM on Aug 24th and no greeter was at the front desk. Another couple was drinking wine and enjoying the view so we decided to get a table near them off to the left deck. Although the other couple had a server come by a couple times, it took 10 minutes for ours to bring menus and when she did, there was no conversation, she just dropped them off. There was no offer to bring drinks or the usual polite acknowledgment of our existence. On the other side of the deck, I saw new arrivals being greeted and brought water while we sit being ignored. After 15 MORE minutes of sitting in the heat with no water or server in sight, we decided to leave. As we got up, one of the girls asked if we were moving tables? I said "No, were taking off. it's been almost a half an hour with no water or offer of service." She replied, "We don't open till 11:30." Now, It's our bad for arriving too early but why were the other people at least offered water? Why didn't out server say the kitchen doesn't open till 11:30 but here's some water until we can serve you." Why were we allowed to sit down if we were going to be ignored? It was during a string of very hot days and the indifference of the staff was amazing... Cap's wasted our time. Disinterested, unhelpful staff that acted like we were bothering them

    (1)

  • Marcus A.

    The food here is good and the service is mostly on point but the view here on the patio is amazing!!

    (4)

  • Tom S.

    Beautiful setting, sitting under the oaks and the spanish moss, overlooking the bay. I think another "$" needs to be added to pricing, though. Two adults and two teenagers left $140 for a meal - one drink for each adult, no desert. Greatly appreciated the complimentary valet parking. Fried calamari were ordinary, fresh fish was nothing fancy. Keep the toppings separate as they overwhelm the fish. Small children can safely entertain themselves on the beach next to the dining area.

    (3)

  • Jen C.

    It's impossible to go wrong here. The atmosphere and scenery is gorgeous, breathtaking at times, the service is wonderful, and the food is to die for. Seriously. I hope that when I die I can eat crispy scored founders, Panko crusted triggerfish, and everything else on their menu for my lunch and evening meals. This is my favorite place to go in St. Augustine.

    (5)

  • Paul C.

    The good; The best Gumbo, decent drinks, outdoor cafe is nice; Not so good; rest of menu is average, parking sucks, waitstaff if unorganized, bathrooms fair, price a little high. There is a view if the ICW.

    (3)

  • Rick B.

    Though we live in Atlanta a trip to St Augustine is an annual event. Our trip would never be complete without one evening at one of my favorite restaurants, Caps on the Water. Imagine a beautiful sunset as it dissolves upon the horizon and reveals the moonbeams casting their brilliance upon a canopy of titanic oaks with accent lighting trailing down the branches and surrounding the trunks. A gentle breeze urges the water to lap upon the beach just below the wooden deck where your white tablecloth dais overlooks the Intercoastal Waterway. Now merge the senses of the night air and the aroma of any number of exquisite dishes to choose from the diverse menu. It's a magical place. If you love seafood you'll be a repeat customer and if not, you'll be a repeat customer. Skillfully prepared cuisine, elegant and romantic ambiance, and good service all make Caps on the Water an experience you don't want to miss.

    (4)

  • C C.

    I dined outdoors here with a few friends and I have to say that I absolutely love the atmosphere. The deck was right on the water and there were beautiful trees around us providing us with an elegant backdrop and nice shade. We ordered Grilled Beef Tips 10.95 Grilled pieces of hangar steak served with crunchy wontons and ponzu mayonnaise. (This was delicious. My favorite) Fried Gator Tail 8.95 Served with Cap's famous Citrus sauce. (This was my first time trying Gator Tail. It was good. It was fried a little too long and it seemed kind of hard in texture, and we all agreed the Gator Tail tasted better in the Ponzu Mayonnaise that was served with the steak) FISH AND CHIPS $9.95 Deep-fried snapper and grouper pieces with French fries and tartar sauce. (The batter was kind of greasy, but had a really delicious sweetness to it which was really good.) The server was polite and the view was really nice. I would go back and get the steak tips again.

    (4)

  • Roy W.

    Great location and great service. Ate there last night with a party of 10 and was amazed how fast we were seated. Great setting looking over the intra coastal. Great place for a sunset dinner. Everyone liked their food. Vanilla Grouper was ordered by 3 people. Mixed reviews. Very sweet and very large portion. She crab soup was fantastic. Thai shrimp appetizer got great reviews. Food portions were very ample. Keep a little space for their desserts. Had key lime pie (in a cup), chocolate/rasberry cake and chocoalte lava cake. All got great reviews. Hang out after dinner on their dock (or small pier).

    (4)

  • Harold H.

    Caps is nice dining with spectacular seating on their deck, facing the Intracoastal! Always a delightful experiance during the 8 years we've lived here. They've upgraded their menu with many great dishes, but I do miss their carmelized spinach! Always two thumbs up. If you're here during the off season, check their website, they are closed most weekdays.

    (5)

  • Ed L.

    Drove down to St. Aug. around 4p for a concert at 8. There were 4 of us and hunger was becoming an issue. No, make that a priority. Someone suggested O'Steens but half of us don't do shrimp and one of them doesn't do fish. So I suggested Caps. I told everyone that according to yelp, it's got great ambiance but the food my be just mediocre. I was never so glad to be wrong. For starters, they served our table a basket of pipping hot basic french bread with herb laced butter on the side. As the sun set and the tree lights came on, the outdoor eating deck became very romantic. It also grew very chilly. They have heaters spaced about every other table but you have to have it next to you to feel it. One in our party ordered the She Crab Soup, $9.95. It was a thick crab bisque, bursting with a complexity of flavors too vast to recount. A small sprinkling of blue crab cluster meat topped it off. Another chose the Roasted Tomato Chicken Pasta, $13.95 It consisted of sweet roasted tomatoes, fresh garlic, basil, Parmesan cheese and grilled chicken strips. It was a rave dish and there was enough of it for bisque eater to sample. My LDC ordered the Sesame Chicken Salad, $9.95 Strips of grilled sesame chicken over mixed greens with fresh orange slices, toasted almonds, cherry tomatoes, red onion and crunchy noodles in an unknown dressing. She too raved how delicious it was. I sampled the chicken, although at that point cold, it was very tasty. My eyes always scan a menu for crab cakes, with crab being one of my favorite foods. But crab cakes are the one dish I'm most discriminating about and can be most critical of. I asked our waitress for her opinion and her response was, "we get very few complaints on them". Her candor convinced me I should get them. The C C Dinner at $19.95 is described on the menu as two crab cakes, made with a combination of crab meat, served with tartar sauce and two sides. I chose the Mexi-corn and the three bean salsa as my sides. My experience in the past has typically been when a crab cake has an ample amount of crab and very little filler, they will be served the size of half dollars. Conversely, when they come out the size of small hamburger patties, the filler will be dominant. Caps were a perfect size with a mixture of both lump and claw meat dominant over everything else. They were encrusted in Parmesan and pan fried with a hint of onion and maybe celery. I LOVED them. Here's my shake down: 5 stars - She Crab Soup 5 stars - Roasted Tomato Chicken Pasta 4.5 stars - Sesame Chicken Salad 5 stars - Crab Cakes 5 stars - Ambiance 3 stars - Service. After being seated, we waited a full 10 minutes and then had to go tell the hostess we needed a server. All else went smoothly and she was very attentive. Just a wait staff SNAFU I presume. 5 stars - Menu Selection. Made me want to return. And I have to mention the three bean salsa salad I chose as one of my sides. It was kidneys, garbanzo's and and one other with finely chopped onion, pepper, celery, and some cilantro in a light oil. It was served slightly warm and had a smooth, nutty taste. I could make a meal on it alone if crab cakes were not in the house. Caps is a restaurant that needs to be experienced. The water front dinning rivals some of the best I've been to all over the US and California and the food was out of this world. I hope your visit here will be equally enjoyable. I will be back to try the Gumbo, Four Cheese Fondue, Baked Goat Cheese and Eggplant Stack, Saint Augustine Fried Shrimp, Vanilla Grouper, Crispy Scored Flounder, Sicilian Style Crab Pasta or one of their sandwiches, Sirloin Stack or Caps Hot Brown. Sounds so good, I'm wondering what's for dinner tonight? Highly recommended.

    (4)

  • Bill M.

    A streak of lightning pierces the dusk sky. A snowy egret alights on a distant tree. What, you ask, does this have to do with Cap's? It's no more than 2 hours after I had a beautiful, sunny dinner on the Intracoastal Waterway, and now, sitting under the cover of porch, I watch it rain. The dinner tonight was another installment in what's becoming an epic of dinner experiences at Cap's. Tonight's dinners (mine and my wife's) were too good to leave unmentioned. The sesame crusted tuna (rare for you sushi lovers) was unbelievable. It was nearly raw, with a crunchy sesame coating. The pan-seared Mahi was one of the specials, and it was all that, special. The caper, lemon, butter sauce was the perfect accompaniment. Each of us had the miso-cucumber slaw, for the first time, and it was very good. It needed just a bit more of the marinade. Finally, the Chataeu Ste Michelle Chardonnay (Ethos) worked well with both dinners. To return and watch the rain cleanse the earth, cooling the hot summer day "Cap"-ed things off nicely. Do try this place if in the area, but plan to spend a little.

    (4)

  • Heather S.

    We just took the mom here for her birthday dinner. It's in a really lovely spot right on the beach (although parking can be tricky). They do not accept reservations and the wait was long, but there was plenty of scenery and an outdoor bar area to keep us occupied. They also had a great tree to play in and a cool tire swing for the kids. You can even wade in the ocean to whittle your time away...the hour flew right by. We weren't too happy with our seating arrangement - it was a beautiful night, but ended up having to sit indoors with a faulty AC. The entree prices are pretty steep, but worth it. Appetizers were quite reasonable. This is primarily a seafood restaurant, and while fish is off limits for me right now, apparently shellfish is okay? I shared the shrimp gumbo appetizer and was really pleased. I think it was all of $4.95 and came in a generously portioned bowl and a hunk of divine cornbread and honeyed butter. I've been craving pasta and carbs lately so opted for the grilled shrimp and scallops pasta. It wasn't heavy at all and yummied up with a light, lemony toss. It's a bit of a tourist destination, but we saw lots of locals, too. It isn't somewhere I could afford to dine often, but perfect for dates or other special occasions.

    (4)

  • Beth B.

    My son and I went to Cap's on a recent Saturday excursion to St. Augustine. It was October and unusually cool for Florida. Perfect. We pulled into the huge unpaved parking lot under towering live oaks draped with Spanish Moss. The lot was crammed and we figured we have to wait a long time to be seated. But because the weather was exceptionally cool we elected an indoor table and were seated immediately. The indoor dining area is cozy with a fantastic view of the sunset and the intracoastal waterway. The outside dining and a bar is much larger. The food was fantastic. We both elected a started Caesar Salad, which had a lovely presentation and a delightful flavor since the dressing was spiked with a little basil. We each selected one of two local catches -- the triggerfish -- a mild and firm whitefish somewhat reminiscent of flouder. I had mine seared and my son had it blackened. We both selected a bacon bean and rice side as well as plaintains, and they were delicious. The service was great; the food was great; and the location cannot be topped.

    (5)

  • Lauren K.

    Wonderful atmosphere I must say, however food is lacking and prices are too high for the quality! Great view of the sunset and fun place to dine out in nice weather. We ordered some raw oysters to start and a goombay smash. Drink was excellent and oysters good, but small. The cocktail sauce had a little kick, which I enjoyed. I ordered the fried shrimp with parmesan rosemary fries and creamed corn. It was not very warm when it arrived and fries were not cooked to order and not very well seasoned. The shrimp batter was cornmeal and flour and not bad, but I have had much better fried shrimp for a fraction of the price. My boyfriend had the seafod combo with grouper fingers, shrimp and one crab cake. He thought it was a small portion size for the price and the again, it was just average in taste. I would go back again for lunch maybe or cocktails just for the atmosphere, but probably not for dinner again.

    (2)

  • Julie B.

    By far our favorite restaurant in the entire area. The fish is usually stellar, no matter what kind you get. My husband loves the salmon. I've had a steak, the Key lime shrimp (so good) and the vanilla grouper, which sound really dumb, but it's vanilla rum. Ah ha....We've never had anything bad there and it's always a beautiful evening to sit on that huge deck by the water and just chill out with friends. We really never care how slow the service is, because it gives us more time on the deck. All the type A sorts who get antsy without "fast" food, chill out. You're in Florida. Slow down and enjoy!

    (5)

  • Steve M.

    Went last Friday evening for dinner on our Snowbird trip home. As always it was crowded. It seems that they have opened up a section on the north side of the main building. Adds great many more seats. We took a wait in line buzzer and proceeded to look for a seat at the bar or a raised bar table. We found a raised table and ordered drinks and an appetizer. We decided to have dinner there after talking to the server. The food as usual was excellent. I had Triggerfish coated with panko yummy and my wife had Grouper encrusted in horseradish with vanilla sauce which was also great. Finished off with an excellent coconut cake and below par cappuccino. Why is it so had to get a good cappuccino in the south? Also even from the back of the restaurant we could see the sun set.

    (4)

  • Mike S.

    We ate here with a group of friends while camping in Villano Beach. Everyone loved the atmosphere, even the kids were entertained enough to make it through the wait. This place is popular and gets busy. The food was very good and I would shoot to stop in again when close to St. Augustine.

    (4)

  • Shabooboo R.

    Had dinner there the other night. I was a bit hesitant about going there even after reading the Yelp reviews. I was worried that the other reviewers were sucked in by the beautiful location and gorgeous sunsets. Turns out this place offers the best dining experience in the St. Augustine area so far. Even the parking lot is picturesque with plenty of shade trees with Spanish Moss hanging down. It looks like something out of the movies. They don't take reservations and I overheard one of the hostesses tell the couple ahead of us it would be a 1 hour wait! That was almost enough to make me leave, but then I asked if they had seating inside and was told they could seat us right away. That was perfect by us. Frankly, I find alfresco dining a bit overrated away with the bugs and heat and humidity. In any case, we got a really nice table for 4 (even though we were 2) with a perfect view of the coming sunset over the bay. Wifey and I both had their garlic oysters, which had us both reminiscing about the same oysters we had at Acme in New Orleans. Also the warm nutty bread with herbed butter had us asking for more. I followed that up with grouper and my wife had a crab salad that she loved. Needless to say, we'll be back ...

    (5)

  • Pat J.

    We have eaten here before - lovely outdoor patio, ok food, etcetera. This time we arrived at 5, plenty of room in the restaurant, but the manager would not put together two tables to accommodate our party of 7. They were very unhelpful and not nice. We won't be back, and will pass our experience on to others.

    (2)

  • Jeff H.

    Wow the view, service, and of course the wine list was outstanding. We had 4 different appetizers our favorite was Bali Bites. This was a great bite of fish, egg plant, cucumber salad. If you are already in st Augustine and think it is beautiful wait until you sit outside on the deck. You will never want to leave. We will travel the five hours to eat here again!

    (5)

  • Teri K.

    Don't you just love this place? Even if you have average food, being right on the Intracoastal waterway places your restaurant head and shoulders above most other eateries. I do miss the days when they could have live music on the weekends but those pesky little neighbors complaining wiped that out. Boo! I don't know how it happens but I usually get there during the middle of the afternoon when they don't offer lunch and they don't offer dinner but just a few appetizers to get you through while they changeover in the kitchen. Waitstaff is friendly and I think they're a little pricey but again, look around at the view - priceless!! I think they've improved quite a bit with their menu. I love their oysters Rockefeller, and any of their fresh catch entrées blackened.

    (4)

  • Guy P.

    Well I would give this place a ZERO if I could. Bartender was not pleasant, food was awful at best and to top it off the mixed drink, which was quote one of their signature drinks, was horrific! This was the first time I haven't finished a drink. Stay away.

    (1)

  • AL K.

    Expect to wait for a table during busy dinner hours however you can grab a drink at the bar and bring it out to the deck/pier to chill while waiting for your table. Nice sunset views while dining. Enjoy it since price is included in the food you ordered. Food are pricey. A pound of gulf shrimps for $22++ while market price is $9 .Do the math. Service is a tad too slow. Takes approx 25 minutes for appetizers and another 20 minutes for the main dish. If you happen to finish your drink before your server comes to check on you good luck in trying to get someone for a refill. My seared local catch flounder was rubbery and hard.Tasted like pork more than fish. Good to try once for the experience but would not come back just because there are a lot more local places with reasonable prices and great tasting seafood.

    (3)

  • Amanda N.

    The appetizer was the only highlight. The tuna sliders was my meal and I left disappointed and our tab was 70 for not a lot. A beer is is 8 bucks and not for anything fancy jus a Guinness. The tuna slider meal was boring. The wasabi was all u tasted. I wanted to taste the fish and got mostly lettuce and wasabi mayo and the fries were bland. Our waiter must have been in the back twiddling his fingers as it was 430 and not busy but took at least 20 min to get our bill. He had jambalaya and he said it was good but not much for the price. Super bummed to spend so much and leave unsatisfied

    (2)

  • Anthony K.

    The view was pretty spectacular. No complaints about that. The server was excellent and down to earth. Answered questions professionally. The food was solid. The caeser salad was good except that I had to cut it myself. Comes in a tower. My gf really liked the caps salad. I had the Filet and it was cooked great. The sides could be a little better. My gf had fish and really enjoyed it.

    (4)

  • Rachel P.

    Go for the location and views, not the food or drinks. Food was less than stellar (tired, old people-esque food) and drinks were weak. They put well whiskey in my mint julep.

    (3)

  • Robert J.

    This is a really great stop if you are in the area. It is outside of St. Augustine past Vilano Beach on A1A heading toward Jacksonville. The view of the inter coastal waterway is excellent. We saw a number of boats and wave runners including some that stopped at Caps. There were several pods of dolphins swimming by at one point. We were there for a late lunch and the service was a little slow but with the view and visiting friends with us we did not mind too much. I had the mahi mahi fish sandwich (grilled) with the Belgian fries. It was a good sized piece of fish with simple seasoning. Others in the party had the fish sandwich as well but had a local fish ( can't remember the type). They also liked their sandwiches. My wife had a French dip (one of the specials), and there were several non fish choices for those of you who are not fans. We opted for dessert. Key Lime Cup and Coconut Cake. The key lime tasted good and seemed like a cheesecake in a cup. Nice and cool. The coconut cake was warm and also very tasty. All in all a good place and somewhere we would return to in the future. By the way, very relaxed atmosphere and kid friendly although we left the teenagers at home.

    (4)

  • Ted M.

    This place is a sure thing every time. Great atmosphere, great service and really great food. This is a must every time we come to Ponte Vedra beach.

    (5)

  • Jamie C.

    Excellent dinner. Caps was recommended by a local and it did not disappoint. We waited about 20 minutes for a table at the inside bar. We sat on the deck with one of the best views! Our appetizer was oysters Rockefeller. Hands down, the best I've ever had. My husband had the triggerfish, I had the grouper. Both were equally delicious and cooked perfectly. Dessert was the German chocolate brownie cake. It was served in a dish, similar to that of a brad pudding dish. It left a little to be desired, but still tasty. Overall, great atmosphere, view, and food. Will definitely return on our next Jacksonville area trip.

    (5)

  • Richard L.

    Glazed Salmon was ok. Catch Manchego was very good. Salted Caramel Cheesecake was outstanding. Service was very good. Atmosphere is great. Expensive.

    (4)

  • Chris G.

    Great atmosphere, awesome food, good drink selection, beautiful views, good service = 5 stars. Nice date night spot at sunset...see for yourself!

    (5)

  • Lora H.

    Lovely atmosphere and great food. The service was wonderful. If the weather is nice sit out on the deck!

    (4)

  • Les S.

    Grouper with vanilla rum sauce was pricey but delicious. Came with whipped parsnip potatoes and specially prepared spinach. The fried shrimp was tasty and plentiful. Accompanying cole slaw was good, but tomato orzo was just okay (the description sounded way better than the reality). The propane heaters kept the plastic enclosed patio warm on a cold night.

    (4)

  • Julia O.

    The atmosphere and restaurant were outstanding! Especially when the sun went down and the lights were twinkling on the trees! The restaurant and bar area are beautiful. We enjoyed sitting out side and taking in the water view and the sunset! The food was excellently prepared and delicious. Our waitress Amanda was very attentive and friendly. I would highly recommend this restaurant!

    (5)

  • Paul L.

    Could not get in. When we arrived we were handed a beeper and told to wait. The wait time saw others who arrived later been seated quickly. The kicker was when a lady was seated very quickly. When I complained I was told she is the owner so owners eat paying people when they decide. We left no seats for us

    (1)

  • Anna L.

    My husband and I made our way to Cap's on our vacation in St. Augustine. We truly enjoyed the atmosphere on the water. We also received excellent service from the wait staff. I had shrimp and my husband had a catch of the week special. We enjoyed the food, but felt the prices were just a tad high for the portion size. Overall an enjoyable experience, and one I'd recommend to others.

    (4)

  • Lesley P.

    Great food and ambience. Loooong wait, service pretty ho-hum for such a nice place. Vanilla grouper, the specialty, was good; follow their advice and get the sauce on the side.

    (4)

  • Amy G.

    This place is awesome. A bit pricey but the food is so good, consistent and fresh that it doesn't matter. The sunsets are beautiful and the service is always excellent. They have the best bartenders Alicia and Tara who pour great drinks . I would definitely recommend this place to everyone. My favorite food there is curry chicken and shrimp with rice and fresh cut fries with peanut sayce.

    (5)

  • Vince H.

    Bang!!! This is the spot for amazing seafood. Our group of 5 had salmon, seafood trio and crab cakes. Someone back in the kitchen knows what they are doing!! Everything was well prepared fresh and hot when served.

    (5)

  • Angela B.

    The view was spectacular but the wait was ridiculous. Once we were seated 1 1/2 hrs later it took our waitress another hour to get us in and out. I'm not sure if it was her or the kitchen that was slow? As for the food itself my salmon was cooked to order perfectly but pairing it with plantains and tomato-lemon risotto....not the best combination. The lobster fritters were cheese fritters as my husband and I didn't see or taste lobster. I would say yes to this place for cocktails, peel and eat shrimp, oysters maybe but that's about it and sit at the bar to eat or inside once you have sat out on the pier because it's not worth the wait. Sorry, I'm a food snob and if I'm going to drive 30 minutes and spend a good amount of money I should get more than just a view.

    (3)

  • Trace M.

    2 stars at best. This place has average food. It tastes ok but, it is not fine dining at all. My husband and I dined here for a romantic evening. The view and outdoor patio are beautiful but, there're kids that run up & down to climb a tree on the beach, it's not quiet at all. Don't sit by the tree at the stairs! Our waitress was very nice but left us sitting there waiting all of the time! We waited to order, we really waited for our food (45 min) and then we waited for her to offer us boxes & clear our table. We went on a Monday night and they had no clams at all & had very wierd fish choices that I have never heard of. This place is for flip flops, beer and a fish sandwich! Great outdoor bar out back! Do not expect anything more.

    (2)

  • Casey B.

    I couldn't imagine what it must be like to try to keep Jenn S Happy at anything in life. Here's a lady that says she's loved this place for years, refers her personal network to this place for years, and loved the place so much she decided that's where she'd like to go for Vday, and she can bash the place and put a one star on the restaurant over a misjudgment by the manager? Hello, it was Vday! That guy worked that night like your daddy probably worked to put that silver spoon in your mouth all your life that made you so inconsiderate! Had you ever considered that since he saw you guys there drinking only wine and eating only appetizers that you were taking up one of his waiters tables on the busiest night of the year? You're not even supposed to be seated until your entire party arrives, and they obviously went above and beyond that standard of every single very busy restaurant on earth to try to make you happy. He likely didn't realize you had more folks coming and might have actually mistakenly thought you'd already eaten. Have a littler consideration for the fact that it's Vday and you took up a table for hours during prime time dinner hours on Vday while you waited for your party to arrive! What a bitchy review of a place you already said was fantastic, even for your unreasonable attitude! Caps is outstanding in every way! Casey B.

    (5)

  • D.j. K.

    Food, atmosphere, staff, location. Everything about this place is 5 stars. I always feel welcomed when going and enjoy my time there every time. I can't recommend this place enough.

    (5)

  • rose n.

    The view: 5 stars White sangria: 4-5 stars Vanilla grouper: Overhyped, good but a solid 4 stars Ahi tuna app: OMG 5 stars forever Dessert trio: 5 stars The service was "slow" but not in a bad way. I didn't feel rushed at all which was perfect with a gorgeous view of the estuary.

    (5)

  • Tommy O.

    My anniversary last week during family vacation. Found Caps via yelp and glad I did. Atmosphere was great. My wife for the tuna, I got the shrimp pasta. Excellent dinner and service. Only complaint was the menu via yelp/caps had crab legs when they were no longer available. Would definitely go back.

    (5)

  • Keely P.

    You have to come for yourself to really expereience the beautiful setting and amazing food..menu changes often so youll never get bored. Ive becoming here since i was a little girl, as my family lives close and its always a favorite gathering spot. Wether its a birthday(moms last night) or a lunch with friends, its the best of the best. They have inside & outside seating, an oyster bar , a dock to pull the boat up to and of course, the magical sunset. Last night we had a bit of everything-flounder, triggerfish, salmon, oysters, crab cakes, steak, salads, it was all spot on, well done, as always!

    (5)

  • Patricia T.

    This place is awesome! The view service and food is amazing. They don't rush you at all. Piña coladas are awesome. They even gave us free dessert! Loved our waitress

    (5)

  • B J.

    Found this amazing restaurant thanks to Yelp! It has everything you can imagine! From fresh caught fish to amazing filets. They even have half bottles of amazing wine! A must go for anyone visiting St.augustine :)

    (5)

  • Jennifer S.

    This was one of my all time favorite dining experiences of all time. The service was impeccable and the outdoor dining environment was breathtaking. The oysters were steamed to perfection and served with a generous selection of toppings. The vanilla grouper was mouthwatering and the tuna stack was excellent. We loved everything about this place!

    (5)

  • Jeff W.

    Beautiful restaurant. Food was exceptional I don't think fried shrimp should cost 22$ but that's just me. Your definitely paying for the atmosphere. Great service and did not leave hungry.

    (3)

  • Elizabeth G.

    Much better than expected! We were expecting just another "sand bar" and were pleasantly surprised. One had the grouper, and said it was the best-cooked piece of fish he might have ever had! Penne Rockefeller was delicious to a pickier palate ;). José (server) had lots of great tips on the menu, which was nice and helpful. Definitely try this place. Though we went late (~8 pm), I'm sure that with the water view we had, the sunset would be gorgeous.

    (5)

  • Jeff S.

    Our hotel recommended this restaurant and we could not have been happier. The food was amazing and the locations is fantastic !

    (5)

  • Colleen M.

    Beautiful waterfront views with great, fresh seafood. Came here for lunch on a Sunday and had a great experience. We enjoyed the fresh fish sandwich and crab cake sandwich - all were delicous and fresh. The hush puppies were also delicous - very moist. Will definitely be back the next time we visit.

    (5)

  • Billy L.

    Food was awesome , I had the grouper vanilla, sounds wired but amazing. Great atmosphere . Service was lacking and make sure you don't stand out at the end of the dock when your waiting for the buzzer to go off, it doesn't work out there and they skipped us

    (4)

  • Jennifer S.

    Good food and breathtaking views, what more can you ask for?

    (5)

  • Richard T.

    Cap's on the water, has the best inter coastal location, and the atmosphere is eclectic and fun. The staff is friendly and attentive, knowledgeable and eager to dispense their knowledge of the menu. This was our first trip so we tried several appetizers and main dishes between the four of us in my party. we started with lobster fritters and fish pieces both fried in a light batter and served with a hint of spice and curry, not overpowering, yet a pleasing different taste. The Oysters were huge flavorful and very clean and served cold with several sauces. We will defiantly be back and try new items, I would rate this higher if it were not for the price. Dinner for 4 with 4 alcohol beverages and 2 teas 2 aps and 4 entrees $200.00 with the tip. Service is great, location is great;however the price is about twice what they should be charging!

    (4)

  • David H.

    We live on Hilton Head Island. We eat fresh fish year round. We are spoiled by restaurants that prepare great meals and offer great views. With that said, Cap's on the Water is one the best seafood restaurants at which we have eaten. Everything was prepared perfectly. The sides served were perfect for the entrees. Our server was attentive at the right level. Even the drinks were priced very reasonably. The sunset was fantastic. Cap's needs to open here in HHI.

    (5)

  • Amber M.

    FRESH.OYSTERS.SOLD.HERE. Probably some of the freshest oysters I'd had since moving to the east coast. The atmosphere is awesome, the service was awesome and the food was exquisite. Seating is outdoors and all on a patio/deck. Near the water and off the water. Twinkle lights in the trees, fans to help get rid of mosquito, and top of the line cocktails. Would recommend this place to all locals in the area and anyone traveling to the area. Love love love.

    (4)

  • Jackie T.

    I love everything about this place, the location, the ambience, the service, and the food! I come every time I'm in town and I'm never disappointed.

    (5)

  • Kim M.

    Amazing Gluten Free menu. Had the crab and smoked fish dip with gluten free crackers for an appetizer and it was delicious...the crab dip was my favorite. Had the sautéed shrimp tacos with corn tortillas and white herb rice for my meal...the shrimp was so juicy and BIG! There were 8 shrimp in two tacos! Great deal for the price! So many options and appreciate the ease of the GF options for celiacs!

    (5)

  • Natalie O.

    Always amazing every time I go. I would suggest this place for anyone. Docks available if you travel by water. Lovely water view deck dining. Oyster bar. The food never disappoints. If you haven't been there, it's a little out of the way, but very worth your time. Only downsides to Caps: they are not always open and they fill up quick. Call ahead.

    (5)

  • J S.

    My idea of a perfect restaurant. Really delicious food ( herb crusted grouper), out of this world atmosphere with outdoor seating on the intracoastal with a to-die-for sunset view, waiters with great, fun, professional personalities (Adam, Grayson) wow!

    (5)

  • James B.

    I've eaten at Cap's a couple times. Once with a large group and once with a smaller table of four. Both times it was very good. The service was solid each time, the atmosphere is hard to beat - especially if you can sit on the deck. On that note, they do have propane heaters on the deck which work well - really extends the hours (and months, likely) that you can enjoy the deck. The oysters were good both time, as were the other appetizers. The vanilla grouper is very good. The crispy scored founder is indeed a whole fish (as the menu states), so be prepared to pick out the bones. Still good. After dinner try the key lime pie in a cup along with a coffee, soooo good.

    (4)

  • Brooke B.

    The food was amazing and the views are incredible at sunset. The place feels local and is not packed or overpriced like the other restaurants in the downtown area. We had a wonderful experience and would go back in a second!

    (5)

  • Rodney M.

    This place is awesome ! Great food with great service . My girlfriend and I waited 1hour 45 min to be seated due to Valentines Day rush but the food and service was worth the wait . I highly recommend this place if you're trying to impress your date . She had the blackened grouper and I enjoyed the Mediterranean pasta . The fried calamari for an appetizer is a great choice . 5 stars !!!!

    (5)

  • Anne A.

    Sooo good. Looking forward to coming again real soon! My boyfriend, Donnie, and I came here for dinner last night around 8:30pm.This isn't our first time so we knew it was going to be a little busy. As we pulled up, there were vehicles parked on the side of the road. There was a 25-30 minute wait so we decided we would wait at the bar. Although it was super busy, the environment was still quite nice. The view is gorgeous since you can the reflections of the light in the water. Our bartender was Neely super nice and gave us great recommendations. We ordered the shrimp vilano and the new favorite of mine...Greek baked scallops. I don't eat much bread but the sauce on that dish was sooo good that I kept dipping the bread. We also had the Seared Sesame Ahi Tuna with mash potato and turnips and mushroom orzo. It was really good. We told Neely that we would be back and sit at the bar again the next time we come. I highly recommend this place. A bit pricey but well worth the food and service...not to mention, a nice atmosphere :)

    (5)

  • Nati B.

    The food got better! And you can't find a better place to see the sunset over the horizon. I came several times. Some by car and stayed late. And another with a group by BOAT! We docked, with some difficulty since it was windy but then we ate and sat for a long time. I had a grilled mahi that I ordered with plantains just cause I love plantains so much! It was yummy. One of my friends got boiled shrimp, the peel and eat kind, and that was really good and fresh too! The only reason I withhold one star is because service is good, but doesn't make you feel special, and parking is a pain when busy and not arriving by water!! ;)

    (4)

  • Jim C.

    This is a wonderful place to dine outdoors under the oak trees and lights on a giant deck overlooking the water. Go before dark and watch the sunset over the water. Atmosphere can't be beat. Also have an oyster bar on the far end that you won't know is there unless you go look for it.

    (5)

  • Andy C.

    This is the ultimate in Florida dining. Great seafood, great view, great service. If you are in the area, don't miss out. It is worth the wait. Hang at the bar and try to get there for sunset. It is never too hot to sit outside.

    (5)

  • Kay B.

    Went with my 4 sisters and 3 nieces on our annual get together ( we travel all over). It was extraordinary! I had the peel and eat shrimp, she crab soup and the kale salad! The salad was extra delicious! Fun atmosphere!

    (5)

  • Gema O.

    Great food! Super fresh fish, with a great view. Loves the fresh oysters and fish dips. We will definitely be returning.;)

    (4)

  • Louis H.

    We at at Caps tonight. There was nothing bad about the food but there was nothing great about it either. The waiter told us the oysters were gulf oysters, and they were not that great; just not much flavor. I had the she-crab soup which was good. My wife had fried shrimp which was good but not great. This was seafood like I would find at a seafood joint in Atlanta; not the Atlantic coast. Our bill for 2 appetizers and one entree came out to 65 dollars which brings me to the main downside to this restaurant - the price. They did few fish varieties on the fresh catch board; so maybe we chose the wrong items. Another upside was the view over the Inter-coastal waterway. Take a hard look at the menu online before choosing this restaurant or you can get yourself into a seriously high bill.

    (2)

  • Rick J.

    Great evening with great fish. Trigger and grouper were not to be beat....unfortunatley rain drove us indoors..but we enjoyed the meal and the Key Lime pie for dessert... Later that week I learned that Trigger was out of season.. so the question is was it frozen or a substitute fish such as tripple tail????? at these prices i expect fresh ONLY....whats up Caps?

    (4)

  • Chris L.

    My favorite place for dinner in St Augustine. I recommend coming to sit on the water and watch the sunset for the full experience. The food and service was great. It is a little pricier but you get what you pay for. I recommend the vanilla grouper.

    (5)

  • Jerry D.

    Great location (i.e. View), good food and an excellent wine list at the best prices in Florida. Everyone knows what I just said, so come early, or bring a good book.

    (5)

  • Cassandra W.

    We came here based on a recommendation, and we're glad we did! We came on a Friday, but since it was lunchtime rather than dinner, we didn't even have to wait to be seated. We were put at a table on the deck overlooking the water. Normally we would have really appreciated that; however, it was very cloudy with a cold breeze blowing (not typical mid-April weather), so we asked to be moved inside. We were still by a window to see the view. Summer was our waitress, and she really stayed on top of our needs. We had heard about the vanilla grouper. It's normally a dinner-only item, but Summer asked the kitchen staff if they'd be willing to make an exception for my husband, and they said they would. I got the blackened mahi tacos, and I loved how they had fresh cilantro on them since so many places don't do that. I asked my waitress if they had any pico de gallo since I liked my food to have a little kick, and she recommended this sweet chili sauce they had. It turned out to make a great taco even better! The food all tasted so fresh, and you could tell much, if not all, was made from fresh rather than canned/frozen fare. My husband ended up dumping part of my red chili sauce on his grouper and liking it even better that way. The deep-fried spinach is a bit odd, as it's kind of like dining on air. Be prepared, as the prices are a bit on the high side for lunch. Since the grouper was a dinner item, it was $26 (yikes!), the price you might expect to pay some places for a steak! But we were very pleased with the quality of the food as well as the overall dining experience, so we will definitely be back at some point when we visit St Augustine again. I do feel that they need to do a good cleaning of the outdoor seating area. The outside walls and deck could use a good power washing. Due to the outdoor cleanliness issue and the high prices, my rating is four stars, but if they clean it up and lower their prices a tad, I'd be glad to elevate them to a five. Worth trying regardless.

    (4)

  • Eileen M.

    I can't really write a decent review....it was a cold raw evening and I was not enjoying myself. The food was good the presentation was nice but small portions.

    (3)

  • Joshua B.

    My significant other surprised me with dinner for my birthday, at this wonderful restaurant. What a treat this was, as we began with an appetizer of gator tail. For a first timer having those, all I can say is wow. Then for my entrée, I had the "Penne Rockefeller". Not only was the food great, but the setting in which the restaurant lies, is a wonder to behold. Anyone on vacation in the area, who's looking for a truly unique dining experience, would be doing themselves a disservice not checking this place out. Highly recommend.

    (5)

  • Jason B.

    Excellent atmosphere with a nice sand beach the kids can play on, my son actually caught a crab! The decks are done wonderfully and give a very casual beachy laid back atmosphere. The river view is fantastic and if you are there for sunset it is even better. Come by boost and enjoy it all! The drinks are all poured well and tasty great and the food is some of the best in the area. This is a must go place and my default when friends and family come to town.

    (5)

  • Terry N.

    Went there for the first time in 15 years ( since the old party days) with my family and friends for a b-day party. They were able to accommodate our party of 17. The place has grown and is still very beautiful. The prices on the menu have grown as well. Be prepared to spend over $100 for a decent dinner.. The food was all great and we tried a plethora of the menu. I had hoped at this price range the staff would have been more attentive, but the place was busy. River front (inter-coastal front) dinning at its best for sure!

    (4)

  • Stacie S.

    This is classic old Florida. The food is ok but the atmosphere is over the top. Sit outside under the oak trees on the water. This is no place to hurry or expect gourmet. Have a glass of wine and enjoy the surroundings

    (4)

  • Brian S.

    My favorite place. We drive hours to get to our vacation home and drop our bags and head straight here. Staff is friendly and helpful. Food is good, but the view and sunsets are fantastic. If less than 4 people head to the outside oyster bar area for full service. Otherwise put your name on the wait list and grab drinks and walk out on the dock. At low tide children will love playing on the small beach and climbing trees. Great place for all ages. We end up going back several nights a week for drinks, apps, dinner or just a keylime cup when down here. Truly vacation starts when we get to Caps.

    (5)

  • R L.

    First i recommend to do valet parking. I do not recommend Fish Dip as its terrible for a starter. If only this fish dip did not have overcooked fish that came out of a can. Main course i had was nice. Sit outdoors by water and make sure you put on insect repellant. Restaurant was busy even after hour meal. Sit in back by the bar, less busy with people traffic.

    (4)

  • Ashleigh W.

    The calamari and raw oysters were great. Service was slow - from the start through the very end. We had a party of 6 with no special orders. This place was highly recommended and could have been really good (especially with the location) but they need more focus on timing and the customers. Probably won't go back but if we did it would be with a smaller party and for lunch instead of dinner.

    (3)

  • Collete D.

    Your menu's are dirty and outdated. The photos are cheesy and pixelated and the menus are sticky and gross. For the amount you charge for your food, someone needs take charge of this very important, crucial aspect of your business. Your food is not being honored in any serious way, and if I were your Chef/GM/KM, I would be livid over this. What's with the photo of the child with a messy face? The food speaks for itself, skip the Applebee's photo section. It's unnecessary and antiquated. They are also so beat up...I literally did not want to touch mine, I had to peel the inside from one page to the next from stickiness. If they are in production, have your staff wipe the current ones down on a regular basis, I saw PLENTY of them standing around behind the bar not doing much. I understand that laminated menus can do this sometimes, but it looks like the menu has not be revamped in quite some time. You can have paper menus inserted into sleeves that the staff can wipe down as part of daily side work. The dirty "book" we were handed MUST GO. The menu is an INSULT to the food.

    (3)

  • Matt M.

    Okay, this meets all my qualities for a five star restaurant. Great food, great service, great atmosphere, great wine list and really a unique setting, first off, if you have never been to Cap's, it is a little hard to find. The best tip I can give you is to "look for the castle", then follow the signs. Dress is not formal and you will see men with jackets and men in shorts and sandals. The night we went, it was rather cool outside, but no worries as they had outdoor heaters going and it was very comfortable. The kids, and there were a lot of kids, seemed to enjoy being outside, climbing a few trees by the water and wandering around on the dock. While it was very busy, They guessed our wait time to be an hour, but we were seated in about 15 minutes. Normally when I eat out I like to try different menu items on each visit, however here is one of my exceptions. I always get the Vanilla Grouper and I always ear every bite. Tonight was no exception. My mother really enjoyed the Oysters Rockefeller and my son the fried shrimp, while one of my daughters really loved the shrimp and penne pasta while my six year old just did not like her kids fried shrimp. She proclaimed that next time she would get the pasta too! We were all too full for dessert. Service was good although it was not great, but in the past my servers have been excellent. I just either caught the wrong server or caught her on a bad night. My only complaint was that I like sweet tea and they kept bringing me unsweetened tea, it happened at least four times, but quite frankly it did not bother me and each time they corrected it quickly. I first started coming here 20 years ago and sometimes forget about it as I try newer retardants, but this is a place to come back to when you want a great dinner. Very date friendly, but also kid friendly, if you cannot find a sitter.

    (5)

  • Suzanne L.

    Excellent food and service! Highly recommend! We loved the fresh fish choices and the variety of the menu. Will definitely go back!!

    (5)

  • Kay O.

    Tried caps tonight for the first time. Parking is awful. Deep sand so my husband spent first half hour helping someone out because valets didn't seem to care about helping the guy out. The atmosphere is great. Nice views. We were told 30-40 min wait. We were seated in 12 min. I had she crab soup which I normally love but it was not good. Very plain and a strong sherry aftertaste. Then I had the crab Louie salad - again the crab had a weird taste. My husband got the NY strip. It was ok. A little overlooked but still good. I don't think I would choose to come again.

    (3)

  • Patty G.

    What a gorgeous restaurant. The outdoor seating is enchanting, romantic, and all kinds of beautiful. The trees, the twinkling lights, the view of the bay. It was just spectacular. We went on a Saturday night and oh boy... the wait. We waited about an hour. I was blown away by the amount of people at this place. The parking lot was completely full! That alone says something (good!). The items on the menu were original and varied. I was going to try the Vanilla Grouper but something about 'vanilla' just didn't seem right. However, I was totally wrong. My friend had that plate and loved it. I had the Ragin' Crackin Grouper because it came with a side of Risotto. I was looking forward to a great risotto and was HIGHLY disappointed (thus, the 4 star rating). The grouper was fantastic but I couldn't even touch the risotto. I usually am not a picky eater... I usually eat whatever is on my plate, even if I'm not in love with it. This risotto however, I just couldn't stomach. The rice seemed undercooked but worse so, the flavoring was awful. On the other hand, the appetizers we had were amazing (Cheese Platter and Beef Tips). Service was pretty good but after we were served I couldn't see our waitress anywhere to let her know about the risotto--and I wish I had had the chance to order another side. I was disappointed with my meal but my husband's Coconut Curry Shrimp was out of this world.

    (4)

  • Dave W.

    Location, location, location ... Time your visit to sit outside and watch the sunset. Watching the sunset over the Intercoastal was amazing! The food is good, but not great. We started with Gumbo and She Crab soup, both were pretty good. Entrees consisted of Glazed Salmon along with Blackened catch of the day as well as Seared catch of the day. The blackened entree was excellent, just wish I could remember the type of fish. Prices are a little high, but the setting is worth it and the food wasn't bad at all. Worth another try and it's not far from the Jax Beach area so it's an easy drive.

    (4)

  • Darcy G.

    A rare bit of non-touristy Florida charm with tastes that match the spectacular sunset views.

    (5)

  • Michael B.

    Awesome atmosphere. We sat outside and it was beautiful. Pricey but the portions are huge. Food was above average.

    (4)

  • Jessica L.

    Good food. Great atmosphere/ setting. Nice service. Very friendly wait staff. The eggplant stack was nicely done. The shrimp tacos grilled and the blackened were very yummy.

    (4)

  • Gene c.

    On our most recent trip to St Augustine we had dinner twice at Cap's On The Water. The evening sunset with cocktails and dinner seated outside during our September visit was speculator. On our last night there my wife had a local fish entrée that was very good and I had tuna which was cooked perfectly rare, sides are nothing to get excited about and the whipped potatoes both nights were awful. Nonetheless it was two great evenings of fun, drinks and gorgeous sunsets without being rushed by either one of our servers.

    (4)

  • Andrea S.

    One word- AMAZING. Food was excellent, the view doesn't get much better and the service was good! Just understand that if you go during peak hours you could wait about an hour for a table, but so worth it. Go grab a drink from the outside bar and take a seat on the dock and enjoy the views! A group of 6 of us went on a Friday night about 7pm and waited for about an hour, but it went by quickly.

    (4)

  • Mrs. R.

    It was good food but surprised to see the white table cloths -a little fancy on the Inside. Great out side! Food was good but would go back at lunch instead of dinner found a few other places that we preferred for dinner. But would recommend for an older crowd for dinner. Loved the water views would request there above the inside.The dinning room is rather crowded/small. but there are other places too that have great views See my other reviews.

    (3)

  • Josh W.

    Great place, Cool atmosphere but you pay for it.

    (4)

  • Moe G.

    Absolutely fantastic seafood, nice friendly waitstaff, picturesque deck on the water, you can show up in your flip-flops and a damp bathing suit and they make a great mojito. What more can a growing boy ask for? The bread and a walnut-herb butter that they bring to the table is a food group in and of itself. Our happy foursome had the lobster fritters killer pear raviolis and a dynamite snapper ceviche for apps, and then proceeded to have blackened grouper, honey glazed salmon, sesame seared tuna and flounder francaise for mains. All the fish was perfectly prepared and dead fresh.The fried sweet plantains, and the red beans and rice that came with a couple of the dinners were world-class. The key lime pie is served in a cup---a strange delivery system for key lime pie---but when it's this good, they could pretty much serve it in a doggie bowl. Oh---and did I mention they make a great mojito? Oh, I did, did I? Well, what the hell. It bears repeating. Phenomenal food. Loved this place. One of the best meals I've ever had anywhere. Run, don't walk.

    (5)

  • Sharese P.

    We spent the weekend in St. Augustine last weekend and stopped here. The crab cake and gumbo are to die for! They are stuffed with a million huge chunks of seafood and are expertly seasoned. We were feeling a bit adventurous and also ordered the calamari tacos; again perfection! It is hard for me to imagine that anything at this restaurant would taste bad. As a seafood crazed Floridian since moving here at 4 years old and a world travel junkie, I would definitely count Cap's as one of my all time favorites.

    (5)

  • Mitchell J.

    CAP is one of the Best Seafood Restaurants in St. Johns County, my favorite is the Vilano Shrimp and mahi mahi blackened

    (5)

  • Eunice C.

    We were in St. Augustine for a short vacation (Hibiscus Condos) and my BIL wanted to take us all out to dinner at a nice restaurant on the water. We found Cap's on Yelp and it was quite an adventure finding the place. It's behind a castle on Vilano Beach and located right there on the intracoastal. Pretty cool location and the food was great. I am not a "fish-eater" but everything on the seafood Sampler that we tried was awesome. My oldest daughter, who is a pretty picky eater herself, had the blackened Mahi Mahi and ate almost all of it. I had a Strawberry Daiquiri and just to warn you, they put a rum shot on the top. Make sure you swish it around before taking a sip. A little on the pricey side but almost all of the restaurants in St. Augustine are expensive. My youngest daughter and her friend thought our waiter was so cute, they took a picture of him.

    (4)

  • Lori M.

    I hate to review a "seafood" restaurant when I don't eat seafood myself, but... a recent visit to Cap's on the Water was probably the nicest outdoor dining experience I've had in Jacksonville! The venue is fantastic- not much to look at from the front, but the outdoor dining area is unbeatable. There is a lovely wrap-around deck overlooking the Intercoastal. I hear that sunset is the best time to visit, but we ate a late lunch and still enjoyed the view. It helped that the weather was a perfect 78 degrees, but I suspect the tree cover keeps the deck a nice temperature year-round. The unofficial children's play area was a couple of cypress (I think) trees with low, bending trucks and branches right by the water. We didn't have the kids with us, but I know my son would have really enjoyed this feature of the restaurant. THE FOOD: I enjoyed a tasty house salad with field greens, grapes and veggies. For my meal, a cheeseburger. I know, but it was a particularly good one! It was accompanied by crunchy sweet potato fries. My husband had fish tacos, which he said were delicious and fresh tasting. The fish comes blackened, FYI. *My only complaint has nothing to do with the restaurant and everything to do with the patrons. I HATE loud diners! I don't care what you have to say, be considerate and use your inside voice.

    (4)

  • cathy s.

    A must visit when in St. Augustine...awesome view!

    (4)

  • Joshua P.

    My wife, daughter, and I were in St. Augustine for the night and luckily stumbled upon Cap's. What a great experience! You can't beat the setting. My daughter loved playing on the beach and natural playground while we waited for our food. The salads were great, but my favorite food, peel and eat shrimp, was a little overcooked. I highly recommend this place.

    (4)

  • Joseph L.

    Just a update of this review look at the pictures a sandwich ,fish and chips ( fries out of the grocery store) calamari they made them so hot they new you would not eat much .And the server tells me "Its her favorite ya right!! " like to see her eat those chili's This is Lunch ( More than $50.00)! And this is a casual place ! With terrible service ! Every time I think of that Day it makes me think of the 4 ladies at the hostess stand talking( When I was leaving) . I walked up to see if I could get a to-go menu and stood about 4 feet away for about 10 minutes one of them looks up and says " Like OMG I'm like OMG going to the OMG club tonight OMG"she was not even talking to me I finally spoke and interrupted them? I ask for a menu she hands me a menu that was dripping wet with water you could not even read it . I said is this the only one you have ? She said OMG yes ! Go across the street and have a seafood brunch for 5 more dollars all you can eat with ocean view at The Reef!

    (2)

  • Nandu S.

    I love sitting in the sun at Cap's, enjoying a beer and some oysters. And shrimp. And gator tail. The fish is always awesome too, but I can never leave without ordering their key-lime-pie-in-a-cup. As a Floridian transplanted in Atlanta, I miss a lot of things, but Cap's gathers them all in one place. Go when it's warm, and aim for lunch--it gets pretty crowded around sunset.

    (5)

  • Mary P.

    What did we not have. We decided to do our version of tapas and just ordered a bunch of appetizers and shared an entree to get a taste of everything. Smoked fish dip was great...just right in flavor, didn't taste fishy at all, just tasted the smokiness to the dip. Calamari Vilano...what a great concept to fry spinach...kinda takes away the nutritional value to the green leaves, but it was superb. The calamari was very fresh, therefore, not rubbery at all. Crispy tuna salad...tuna was also very fresh and loved the wonton baskets...can I have some more please:) We ordered another appetizer that was a special for the day, but can't remember what it was called. Sea bass was a special for the evening with delish mashed potatoes in a white sauce...cooked just right and very flavorful. View was great, and no mosquitos:) I would definitely go back.

    (5)

  • Kathleen S.

    This was fun. Another nice spot on the water. Oysters were yummy. Nice bar inside. When it started to rain, they were quick to accommodate everyone that wanted to move inside. Very authentic Florida menu with all kinds of gator parts. Will be back.

    (3)

  • bob h.

    Great atmosphere but the food is average at best. The food was heavy handed on the flavors. The chef really needs to reign in the cooks. The original recipe on both of our dishes seem to have drifted. For the price, the food was not up to the standards of other newer restaurants in the city. We had the grouper with the sweet sauce. We got the sauce on the side and wow, I would not want a sauce that tastes like waffle cones all over what was a semi good piece of fish. There was a lot of blood meat to pick around too. I had the jambalaya and it was way over spiced and I love all of the spices in the sauce. The sauce just needs to be toned down a lot. Everything tasted like they dumped the jar of spice in the pot. If the chef would back , off on the flavors, these would be really good dishes. It's like airline food on the ground-you know how altitude take away all your taste and they have to ad spices to make it taste....well they could benefit greatly by backing it down a bit. I don't mean hot FYI, just too much of a good thing can spoil the total flavor of a dish.

    (3)

  • Paul C.

    The good; The best Gumbo, decent drinks, outdoor cafe is nice; Not so good; rest of menu is average, parking sucks, waitstaff if unorganized, bathrooms fair, price a little high. There is a view if the ICW.

    (3)

  • Rick B.

    Though we live in Atlanta a trip to St Augustine is an annual event. Our trip would never be complete without one evening at one of my favorite restaurants, Caps on the Water. Imagine a beautiful sunset as it dissolves upon the horizon and reveals the moonbeams casting their brilliance upon a canopy of titanic oaks with accent lighting trailing down the branches and surrounding the trunks. A gentle breeze urges the water to lap upon the beach just below the wooden deck where your white tablecloth dais overlooks the Intercoastal Waterway. Now merge the senses of the night air and the aroma of any number of exquisite dishes to choose from the diverse menu. It's a magical place. If you love seafood you'll be a repeat customer and if not, you'll be a repeat customer. Skillfully prepared cuisine, elegant and romantic ambiance, and good service all make Caps on the Water an experience you don't want to miss.

    (4)

  • C C.

    I dined outdoors here with a few friends and I have to say that I absolutely love the atmosphere. The deck was right on the water and there were beautiful trees around us providing us with an elegant backdrop and nice shade. We ordered Grilled Beef Tips 10.95 Grilled pieces of hangar steak served with crunchy wontons and ponzu mayonnaise. (This was delicious. My favorite) Fried Gator Tail 8.95 Served with Cap's famous Citrus sauce. (This was my first time trying Gator Tail. It was good. It was fried a little too long and it seemed kind of hard in texture, and we all agreed the Gator Tail tasted better in the Ponzu Mayonnaise that was served with the steak) FISH AND CHIPS $9.95 Deep-fried snapper and grouper pieces with French fries and tartar sauce. (The batter was kind of greasy, but had a really delicious sweetness to it which was really good.) The server was polite and the view was really nice. I would go back and get the steak tips again.

    (4)

  • Roy W.

    Great location and great service. Ate there last night with a party of 10 and was amazed how fast we were seated. Great setting looking over the intra coastal. Great place for a sunset dinner. Everyone liked their food. Vanilla Grouper was ordered by 3 people. Mixed reviews. Very sweet and very large portion. She crab soup was fantastic. Thai shrimp appetizer got great reviews. Food portions were very ample. Keep a little space for their desserts. Had key lime pie (in a cup), chocolate/rasberry cake and chocoalte lava cake. All got great reviews. Hang out after dinner on their dock (or small pier).

    (4)

  • Harold H.

    Caps is nice dining with spectacular seating on their deck, facing the Intracoastal! Always a delightful experiance during the 8 years we've lived here. They've upgraded their menu with many great dishes, but I do miss their carmelized spinach! Always two thumbs up. If you're here during the off season, check their website, they are closed most weekdays.

    (5)

  • Lee M.

    This has to be our most memorable meal during our visit to St. Augustine. Eating Unser cover at the water's edge and the excellent food make this a must on any itinerary. We will definitely make this a stop on our return.

    (5)

  • Phil P.

    The food is great! We tried several dishes; Scallops, Pear Ravioli, Ceaser Salad, Shrimp Sandwich, Sweet Potato French fries, all were excellent! The location is very cool and off the beaten path, just like we like it. Get there early so that you can eat on the patio and enjoy the water and boats moving by.

    (5)

  • Jason P.

    This is one of my favorite restaraunts in North Florida. It is very scenic and relaxed on the intracoastal waterway. It makes for a great date spot, it is in the back of a neighborhood off the beaten path. You are usually in for a wait as it is a popular place for the locals. Food has been excellent every time I have been. Definitely a unique experience.

    (5)

  • Bill M.

    A streak of lightning pierces the dusk sky. A snowy egret alights on a distant tree. What, you ask, does this have to do with Cap's? It's no more than 2 hours after I had a beautiful, sunny dinner on the Intracoastal Waterway, and now, sitting under the cover of porch, I watch it rain. The dinner tonight was another installment in what's becoming an epic of dinner experiences at Cap's. Tonight's dinners (mine and my wife's) were too good to leave unmentioned. The sesame crusted tuna (rare for you sushi lovers) was unbelievable. It was nearly raw, with a crunchy sesame coating. The pan-seared Mahi was one of the specials, and it was all that, special. The caper, lemon, butter sauce was the perfect accompaniment. Each of us had the miso-cucumber slaw, for the first time, and it was very good. It needed just a bit more of the marinade. Finally, the Chataeu Ste Michelle Chardonnay (Ethos) worked well with both dinners. To return and watch the rain cleanse the earth, cooling the hot summer day "Cap"-ed things off nicely. Do try this place if in the area, but plan to spend a little.

    (4)

  • Ed L.

    Drove down to St. Aug. around 4p for a concert at 8. There were 4 of us and hunger was becoming an issue. No, make that a priority. Someone suggested O'Steens but half of us don't do shrimp and one of them doesn't do fish. So I suggested Caps. I told everyone that according to yelp, it's got great ambiance but the food my be just mediocre. I was never so glad to be wrong. For starters, they served our table a basket of pipping hot basic french bread with herb laced butter on the side. As the sun set and the tree lights came on, the outdoor eating deck became very romantic. It also grew very chilly. They have heaters spaced about every other table but you have to have it next to you to feel it. One in our party ordered the She Crab Soup, $9.95. It was a thick crab bisque, bursting with a complexity of flavors too vast to recount. A small sprinkling of blue crab cluster meat topped it off. Another chose the Roasted Tomato Chicken Pasta, $13.95 It consisted of sweet roasted tomatoes, fresh garlic, basil, Parmesan cheese and grilled chicken strips. It was a rave dish and there was enough of it for bisque eater to sample. My LDC ordered the Sesame Chicken Salad, $9.95 Strips of grilled sesame chicken over mixed greens with fresh orange slices, toasted almonds, cherry tomatoes, red onion and crunchy noodles in an unknown dressing. She too raved how delicious it was. I sampled the chicken, although at that point cold, it was very tasty. My eyes always scan a menu for crab cakes, with crab being one of my favorite foods. But crab cakes are the one dish I'm most discriminating about and can be most critical of. I asked our waitress for her opinion and her response was, "we get very few complaints on them". Her candor convinced me I should get them. The C C Dinner at $19.95 is described on the menu as two crab cakes, made with a combination of crab meat, served with tartar sauce and two sides. I chose the Mexi-corn and the three bean salsa as my sides. My experience in the past has typically been when a crab cake has an ample amount of crab and very little filler, they will be served the size of half dollars. Conversely, when they come out the size of small hamburger patties, the filler will be dominant. Caps were a perfect size with a mixture of both lump and claw meat dominant over everything else. They were encrusted in Parmesan and pan fried with a hint of onion and maybe celery. I LOVED them. Here's my shake down: 5 stars - She Crab Soup 5 stars - Roasted Tomato Chicken Pasta 4.5 stars - Sesame Chicken Salad 5 stars - Crab Cakes 5 stars - Ambiance 3 stars - Service. After being seated, we waited a full 10 minutes and then had to go tell the hostess we needed a server. All else went smoothly and she was very attentive. Just a wait staff SNAFU I presume. 5 stars - Menu Selection. Made me want to return. And I have to mention the three bean salsa salad I chose as one of my sides. It was kidneys, garbanzo's and and one other with finely chopped onion, pepper, celery, and some cilantro in a light oil. It was served slightly warm and had a smooth, nutty taste. I could make a meal on it alone if crab cakes were not in the house. Caps is a restaurant that needs to be experienced. The water front dinning rivals some of the best I've been to all over the US and California and the food was out of this world. I hope your visit here will be equally enjoyable. I will be back to try the Gumbo, Four Cheese Fondue, Baked Goat Cheese and Eggplant Stack, Saint Augustine Fried Shrimp, Vanilla Grouper, Crispy Scored Flounder, Sicilian Style Crab Pasta or one of their sandwiches, Sirloin Stack or Caps Hot Brown. Sounds so good, I'm wondering what's for dinner tonight? Highly recommended.

    (4)

  • Heather S.

    We just took the mom here for her birthday dinner. It's in a really lovely spot right on the beach (although parking can be tricky). They do not accept reservations and the wait was long, but there was plenty of scenery and an outdoor bar area to keep us occupied. They also had a great tree to play in and a cool tire swing for the kids. You can even wade in the ocean to whittle your time away...the hour flew right by. We weren't too happy with our seating arrangement - it was a beautiful night, but ended up having to sit indoors with a faulty AC. The entree prices are pretty steep, but worth it. Appetizers were quite reasonable. This is primarily a seafood restaurant, and while fish is off limits for me right now, apparently shellfish is okay? I shared the shrimp gumbo appetizer and was really pleased. I think it was all of $4.95 and came in a generously portioned bowl and a hunk of divine cornbread and honeyed butter. I've been craving pasta and carbs lately so opted for the grilled shrimp and scallops pasta. It wasn't heavy at all and yummied up with a light, lemony toss. It's a bit of a tourist destination, but we saw lots of locals, too. It isn't somewhere I could afford to dine often, but perfect for dates or other special occasions.

    (4)

  • Beth B.

    My son and I went to Cap's on a recent Saturday excursion to St. Augustine. It was October and unusually cool for Florida. Perfect. We pulled into the huge unpaved parking lot under towering live oaks draped with Spanish Moss. The lot was crammed and we figured we have to wait a long time to be seated. But because the weather was exceptionally cool we elected an indoor table and were seated immediately. The indoor dining area is cozy with a fantastic view of the sunset and the intracoastal waterway. The outside dining and a bar is much larger. The food was fantastic. We both elected a started Caesar Salad, which had a lovely presentation and a delightful flavor since the dressing was spiked with a little basil. We each selected one of two local catches -- the triggerfish -- a mild and firm whitefish somewhat reminiscent of flouder. I had mine seared and my son had it blackened. We both selected a bacon bean and rice side as well as plaintains, and they were delicious. The service was great; the food was great; and the location cannot be topped.

    (5)

  • Ellen B.

    Just a great all around restaurant. Great food, excellent views and outside dining. It's one of those places that makes you so grateful to live in Florida!

    (4)

  • Gail D.

    What a great find on our way back on A1A between St. Augustine and Jacksonville. You almost have to just know about this delightful place that overlooks the intercoastal waterway. Doesn't look like much but the food was great and so was our waiter. Check it out if you are in the area.

    (5)

  • Lauren K.

    Wonderful atmosphere I must say, however food is lacking and prices are too high for the quality! Great view of the sunset and fun place to dine out in nice weather. We ordered some raw oysters to start and a goombay smash. Drink was excellent and oysters good, but small. The cocktail sauce had a little kick, which I enjoyed. I ordered the fried shrimp with parmesan rosemary fries and creamed corn. It was not very warm when it arrived and fries were not cooked to order and not very well seasoned. The shrimp batter was cornmeal and flour and not bad, but I have had much better fried shrimp for a fraction of the price. My boyfriend had the seafod combo with grouper fingers, shrimp and one crab cake. He thought it was a small portion size for the price and the again, it was just average in taste. I would go back again for lunch maybe or cocktails just for the atmosphere, but probably not for dinner again.

    (2)

  • Julie B.

    By far our favorite restaurant in the entire area. The fish is usually stellar, no matter what kind you get. My husband loves the salmon. I've had a steak, the Key lime shrimp (so good) and the vanilla grouper, which sound really dumb, but it's vanilla rum. Ah ha....We've never had anything bad there and it's always a beautiful evening to sit on that huge deck by the water and just chill out with friends. We really never care how slow the service is, because it gives us more time on the deck. All the type A sorts who get antsy without "fast" food, chill out. You're in Florida. Slow down and enjoy!

    (5)

  • Steve M.

    Went last Friday evening for dinner on our Snowbird trip home. As always it was crowded. It seems that they have opened up a section on the north side of the main building. Adds great many more seats. We took a wait in line buzzer and proceeded to look for a seat at the bar or a raised bar table. We found a raised table and ordered drinks and an appetizer. We decided to have dinner there after talking to the server. The food as usual was excellent. I had Triggerfish coated with panko yummy and my wife had Grouper encrusted in horseradish with vanilla sauce which was also great. Finished off with an excellent coconut cake and below par cappuccino. Why is it so had to get a good cappuccino in the south? Also even from the back of the restaurant we could see the sun set.

    (4)

  • Mike S.

    We ate here with a group of friends while camping in Villano Beach. Everyone loved the atmosphere, even the kids were entertained enough to make it through the wait. This place is popular and gets busy. The food was very good and I would shoot to stop in again when close to St. Augustine.

    (4)

  • Stephanie D.

    My husband and I were visiting Ponte Vedra, without much knowledge of the surrounding areas. A friend of a friend recommended this place for dinner, said it was the best in the area. We had no place better in mind, so we decided to make the 30 minute drive from where we were staying to this little gem off the beaten path, literally a dirt road off A1A. (Easy to miss, actually, but if you pass the castle, you've gone too far.) We were there later on a Thursday (a bit disappointed that we missed the sunset, to be honest), and sat immediately. Luckily, almost all of the tables are waterfront or waterview, as the view and setting are one of Cap's big draws. We were well taken care of by one of the best servers I can ever remember having, Amanda. She was incredibly friendly, courteous, attentive, and knowledgeable. The restaurant had an amazing wine selection, which might not be expected, including wines by the glass, half-bottle, and bottle (Not to worry-if you can't finish, they have tamper-proof wine to-go bags...for real!) The food was Excellent (with a capital E!): -Ragin' Cracked Grouper with sweet pepper hash and sun dried tomato risotto (woa woa woa AMAZING) -roasted brussels sprouts, with a hint of honey--delish! -blackened Mahi with beans and rice and fried plantains, fish was fresh and all very flavorful -hush puppies that were better than most (sweet, but not greasy) We were too full for desert, so we went fat-and-happily on our way... and came back for dinner the very next night! (We just couldn't see taking a chance on other local seafood places with so-so or mixed reviews.) We made it for sunset this time (totally worth the planning!) and were lucky enough to be seated in Amanda's section once again. She remembered us, and picked up right where she'd left off the night before. Again, another delicious and satifying meal: -She crab soup, great flavors but texture was a little thick/lumpy -Ahi tuna, SUPER fresh and seared to absolute tasty perfection -Sea scallop and crabcake special, scallops were cooked perfectly and the fennel broth was unbelievable (I dare say the crabcake brought the dish down a bit) Again, too full for desert, but the options sounded delicious. If we find ourselves in this neck of the Florida woods again, we will definitely be back at Cap's!

    (5)

  • Nicole N.

    Went here for my birthday and enjoyed the atmosphere and food very much. My fiance had the vanilla grouper due to me insisting on it from reading on here, it was good, not what I thought it would be but still ok. I had an evening special that was amazing, the fondue was not typical fondue but still very tasty, I would go again.

    (3)

  • Rando S.

    We could hardly wait to get back to St Augustine to enjoy a great meal at Cap's. My wife and I arrived rather late 8:00 pm and although there were still alot of people there we were seated right away on their deck. Our waitress was very nice and helped us with or orders. After about 40 minutes our waitress explained that they had been very busy that night and that our food would be right out. After an hour we were ready to leave along with the table next to us. After a little over an hour our food arrived. It was very good but I think we're done with Cap's . TERRIBLE SERVICE

    (3)

  • Zipporah BelongstoGod M.

    I wish there were more stars I could give this place! My first time here and I will be back. Things I tried: Lobster cups- DELICIOUS a delightful experience for my taste buds. An excellent blend. I can't stop raving Parmesan crab cakes- AMAZING!!!! My favorite loved it as an appetizer! Loved it so much I got it as my meal but super lump meat instead which cost a few dollars more I had a virgin piña colada which was delicious!!!!! I really enjoyed my meal and the service was awesome!

    (5)

  • Samantha F.

    I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS PLACE!!! They have a plethora of appetizers to choose from! All seemed to have an original twist to make them unique to Cap's. The Spicy Shrimp Violano was excellent! And the Calamari! I tried the Seafood gumbo & I'm a fan of spice filled hearty soups and this one is a keeper, my friends! WOW! From the first taste, down to the last rumble Of cornbread along with your bowl Ripping scrapping the bottom for the last drop it is so tantalizing and hearty; filled with seafood and veggies for he perfect combination! Mouth Watering!! Then I had some of the blackened Fish....man, any way you had your fish prepared....amazing. Tender and flaky and moist in all the best ways! This was succulent and filling served with caramelized plantains!! So good!! I couldn't make room for dessert but their options seemed interesting! I'll definitely have to try some next time! It's the perfect outdoor porch setting along the Vilano Beach shores. Romantic and chill! I will return every time we visit my in-laws'n

    (5)

  • Dave O.

    I've been wanting to try this place for quite awhile and finally got the opportunity on this beautiful Saturday afternoon. We were lucky enough to find a parking spot in the tightly packed sand lot parking lot, the extremely narrow aisles can be a little challenging if your driving a truck or larger vehicle. The main entrance and exit is open air matching the best part of the restaurant's open deck dining and outdoor bar areas giving it, it's Old Florida charm. We strolled past the hostess station and found seats at the bar facing the river under a old shady oak tree. The staffed wasted no time in bringing us up to speed on the specialty drinks, appetizers and lunch options ( note to file the lunch menu is available until 3:30 PM). Today's visit was about ice cold refreshing cocktails and tapas (they don't refer to the appetizer as tapas but essentially that's what they are). Although the staff at the bar worked well as a team Danny was out main server and he was excellent he made recommendations on appetizers as well as drinks and kept us aware of the time in case we wanted to put in a lunch order. We decided to stick with the original plan and order appetizers starting off with the Calamari Vilano - tender calamari flashed fried and tossed in a light olive and pepper salsa like concoction over a bed of fried spinach. It was absolutely magnificent. To accompany the first appetizer we chose Tim's famous Rum Runners with a 151 floater served up in a real glass filled with ice garnished with a stemmed cherry and orange slice. After enjoying this and some conversation with a few of the bar' patrons and staff we tried a frozen version of the rum runner and a margarita both were equally as good as our first choice. We then ordered a 1/2 pound of the peel and eat Florida Red Shrimp served with old bay and drawn butter both served on the side. I think we both enjoyed the calamari better as we felt the shrimp were just okay. Over-all a great experience and there's no doubt we will return when we are back in the area. We didn't stay to experience the sunset but it's understandable after this visit how popular this location has become. The price aren't terrible but you definitely need to expect to pay a little more because of the atmosphere and the popularity of this place. This by no means is your typical fried seafood shack on a river bank so plan accordingly.

    (4)

  • Eve D.

    The view is what we came for. And it didn't disappoint. I heard about the vanilla grouper so of course I had to try it. I was pretty shocked by the sticker price. But it's a nice night out so no biggie. But the drink prices, wow. $10 for a cocktail? That's ridiculous. The service was ok. A little slow, but it was busy. All and.All there are places in St. Augustine, but it wasn't terrible.

    (4)

  • Mary G.

    Wonderful views and relaxed environment. Nothing better than sitting on an open deck on the Intracoastal, with live oaks shading the tables. Food is really fresh with lots of variety, mostly great seafood options. Jambalaya is a terrific choice, served with cornbread. Would also highly recommend the catch of the day-- Today it was perfectly grilled salmon, paired with crispy perfect hush puppies and salad. Staff is plentiful and attentive. I highly recommend this place! We went there for our anniversary and were not disappointed.

    (5)

  • Marie L.

    Not really impressed with this place. The location is great with a beautiful view but don't come here if you want food between 3:30 and 5:30pm as you will be sadly disappointed. Why? Because its a restaurant with no food. Some crappy/boring appetizers, soup, salad or oysters are your only option during this time. Stay away from the Bloody Mary - it's just yucky! We did a smorgasbord of appetizers and was not impressed with any of it. Well, the steamed oysters were good but it's kinda hard to mess those up. Don't order the raw ones unless you like shucking them yourself. The staff was super nice!!! They were attentive and just good at what they do. This is a good place to drink and enjoy the view but I wouldn't recommend the food.

    (2)

  • Peter L.

    Super Food ! Great Location ! Great Service !

    (5)

  • George V.

    Delicious food . Fast service ! Beautiful place to eat firh family or romantic dinner time . Food have super taste there is no question about it . Only one think i saw not good was a dark mint in mohito drink .. But its nothing because the rest of this place is just +++++++++ .. Lets go eat here again

    (5)

  • Ashley B.

    This place has been my favorite place in St Augustine. Great view over the water, pretty at night will all the lights in the trees. Lots of fans so you are not hot. Food was wonderful. Had the cheese plate and the grouper special. The white sangria was delicious. One item I would highly suggest getting are the hush puppies. Wow! The best part is we were able to dock the boat at their dock and eat. Really nice place.

    (5)

  • Ivan B.

    Celebrated our 45th anniversary at Caps. First Matt was our waiter. He was friendly professional, knowledge and proactive. We were seated outside and we felt a few drops of rain, Matt came to our table and told us he had an insider table by the window. Right after we went a inside the rain came down. Thanks again Matt. When your from out of town it not easy to pick a good place to dine. We hit upon a gem. From the soup to the main coarse to desert everything was perfect, well prepared and played perfectly. Our table had chicken, grouper, Salmon, shrimp each were perfect. We will return Key lime pie in a cup is not to be missed

    (5)

  • Collette M.

    At first we were upset we came on a night it was raining. The restaurant is on the best location on the intercostal. Outside dinning under lite trees with hanging chandeliers makes for a romantic ambiance. We had to sit inside but the rain became a thunderstorm with lighting right next to us! The staff were incredible and made sure we felt safe. They even had to get wet every time they came to the side dinning section. Not once did they complain about being soaked! In addition to the service the food was incredible. I highly suggest the vanilla grouper that has been on the menu for years!

    (5)

  • Steve G.

    We went here 2 nights ago on a Wednesday, at 6PM... and I could not even get into the parking lot because is was that busy. So be forewarned. When I did find a place to park, and went up to the hostess stand, I was told it was an hour and half wait for an outside seat. Ouch! Then we asked for first available, and they told us they could seat us right away in the "dining room". The dining room has a full glass wall overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway and an amazing view... plus you get air conditioning! So I was pretty happy how it all turned out. Be aware (this is all my opinion)... the dishes here are on the pricier side. But, you do get a great view and a touristy vibe. So I think its a fair trade-off. The food is good, and everything is very fresh. I had a scallops, shrimp, and calamari pasta dish. It was a fair serving portion of each. And it tasted good. The dish was $25... which is OK, if not a hair bit pricey for pasta. My wife had the Ahi Tuna, which she really loved. We also shared a side of the fried plantains.. which are so good they are almost dessert. We also shared a pitcher of white sangria which was very yummy, and good for about 5 glasses. I like it here. It's nice to have dinner with a water view, and watch an amazing sunset.

    (4)

  • Tim P.

    The best service and food !!! Neely was an awesome bartender she will make anything you want . I hate yelp !! But I needed to post everywhere how good this place is .

    (5)

  • Mel B.

    I like Cap's, but it's pricey for what you're getting. I think that if there were more restaurants in the area, it would not get the same praise. It's a lovely atmosphere though, and we enjoy going every once in a while and bringing out of town visitors.

    (4)

  • Shannon G.

    Our favorite place to go while in Ponte Vedra. Never had a bad meal here and the staff is always friendly, helpful and knowledgable. Great atmosphere on the water.

    (5)

  • D G.

    If you're looking for a pretty waterfront restaurant this is the place. The staff is courteous and professional. The missing piece of this puzzle is the food which really fell below the mark. I don't think vanilla pudding is good with fish under any circumstances(I got mine on the side, it was supposed to be rum-vanilla ~sauce. It wasn't even b pourable). There's a huge difference between steak fries and Belgian frites. I had a bad food experience, but I really kind of liked it here. Go here with your friends to drink and hang over an expensive meal. If you want some tasty food, try elsewhere.

    (2)

  • Christopher M.

    I have been to Caps twice. Both times the food was incredible, the service outstanding and the atmosphere unbeatable. This is perfect for any occasion and great for a romantic date night. The gator bites are awesome and the she crab soup is the best I have ever had. The prices are higher but worth it because of the atmosphere, flavor, service and overall cleanliness. Excellent place to eat. 5 stars!

    (5)

  • Shelbie C.

    Great casual atmosphere and wonderful for families bc small beach on outside of deckKids meal needs an upgrade though! No veggie options?! And all fried proteins for kids. But the blackened grouper was delist and my crusted mahi could have fed me and one of the girls! Nice outdoor old Florida experience

    (4)

  • Susan B.

    We rented a boat and pulled up to Caps. Got a table outside. Enjoyed the awesome view. Very casual. Nice variety menu. Something to eat and drink for all ages. Good service. Look forward to coming back.

    (5)

  • Mike T.

    This place has an amazing location. Having dinner here around sunset is really where this restaurant shines. Food not so much! I have been to this place many times due to the close proximity of our house. I love coming here and having a couple drinks and eating some oysters during sunset. Several nights lately I have come here for dinner and I have not been impressed. This place is a fish camp charging way too much money for dinner. The menu has been the same for 15 years, nothing really original.

    (2)

  • Morgan H.

    I can't wait to come back here for dinner sometime. The place doesn't look like much from the road or even the parking lot, but where it really steals the show is with the view. It's INCREDIBLE! We had the pimento fish spread and the lobster and gruyere bites. Both were yummy. What really caught my eye was that they having an oyster eating challenge that you can do. The last woman that did it won by eating 21 doz. in an hour. You have to give them some notice so they can prepare everything...basically they want to know how many dozen you think you can do (obviously the whole point is to beat the previous winner otherwise it will be an expensive experience) and they will have them shucked and ready to go for you. If you beat the previous person, not only are the oysters free but you also get a $25 gift check and your name plaque on the winners wall. (Men, the last guy winner finished 45 dozen! Yes 45!?!) Challenge accepted, I will be back lol :)

    (4)

  • Becky B.

    Excellent. Beautiful outdoor restaurant overlooking the water. Delicious. Great food. Loved the atmosphere.

    (5)

  • Kerry J.

    The best place for a waterfront meal in St Augustine. Caps has an Old Florida feel and is full of rustic charm. You have a great view of the sunset from here since it's positioned to face the west. Not many other restaurants in St Augustine offer a west-facing vantage point. I love the fish tacos, which come topped with avocado, sour cream, salsa, and cilantro. You can get your fish blackened or sautéed, and choose between the catch of the day (market price) or cod. If traditional fish tacos aren't your thing, they have other taco fillings like ahi tuna and shrimp. Tacos come with flour tortillas but crunchy corn tortillas are also available. The oysters are great but prices can vary greatly depending on their selection. They also offer a gluten free menu with a lot of choices. No need to ask for a separate menu either, this can be found on the last few pages of the regular menu. Oddly enough there is some sort of farm next door. If you are sitting on the south side of the restaurant, you may have to put up with a noisy rooster. Dockage is available if you're coming by boat.

    (5)

  • Tammie V.

    Started with oysters rockefeller, then a Caps salad with grilled shrimp. Ray has fried shrimp with hush puppies and mango salad. We both ordered bloody marys. Mine was very spicy so Ray drank both and I ordered a rum runner. Bartender has a heavy hand lol. Good drinks if you like them strong. Food was great. Service was awesome. Our waitress Ashley was very attentive. An A plus plus!!

    (5)

  • Mariah D.

    Caps NEVER disappoints!! Atmosphere, food and staff are amazing! Chef Scott is so creative and always makes our visit one to remember! Thank you for all of the wonderful memories!

    (5)

  • Joseph K.

    A hidden gem in St. Augustine. Fresh seafood, ample portions and good service. A fusion of sophisticated and home style flavors.

    (4)

  • J T.

    Had a very enjoyable meal here with my family a few weeks ago. Everyone in my party enjoyed what they ordered. The vanilla grouper was fantastic. The octopus was outstanding and was served warm on arugula leaves. It was nice to walk out on the pier after our meal and enjoy the view.

    (5)

  • Sarah F.

    5 for the view! This restaurant / bar is set right on the water with a perfect sunset view. It is open air and every table has a gorgeous view. It was so pleasant that we changed our plans to only have a drink there and stayed for dinner. Food is a 3 - which explains the overall 4 star review. Our meal was fine but not particularly flavorful - more or less just average. But we did not regret staying because the atmosphere was so special and the service was very friendly!

    (4)

  • Brooke K.

    We would have loved to eat here but they could not move two tables together to accommodate our party by a window (wanted to shove us in a booth with no view). This was at five on a Wed (in other words, they were a ghost town), the hostess was confused then appalled we even asked, and the manager was strangely unhelpful. They get two stars because the location is beautiful. Really disappointed as we drove half an hour from our condo with relatives to enjoy this place after a lot of talking of how awesome it was.

    (2)

  • Robert R.

    Beautiful location.Food wasn't up to the price ,overcooked, soggy vegetables . Service was just average

    (2)

  • Jay T.

    Had a fantastic meal here. Service was A+. The food blew away my expectations. Octopus in their Octopus salad was the best I've ever had. Vanilla grouper is a must, spinach was crisped, not mushy, nice touch. Great Bloody Mary.

    (5)

  • Brian A.

    I've got nothing but praise for the food and scenery here at Cap's. Sitting outside is essential. Kind of goes without saying when half the photos posted are of the glorious sunset you get included with dinner. As for the food, it's yet to disappoint. I had the seared grouper with grilled asparagus and fried cauliflower. The fish was cooked perfectly along with the asparagus and cauliflower. I should mention the cauliflower was a nice touch instead of rice or some other starch. I opted for the 4 oz. portion since we had an appetizer of oysters, which was over 2 dozen. SO WHAT GIVES?! Sounds like a no brainier 5 star review right?! The service here blows. And this isn't the first time its blown. Our server was clearly weeded, profusely sweating, and complaining. I get the sweating part, he was working outside, but being over your head on a slow Tuesday night and telling us about it? Come on bro! It took over fifteen minutes to get our bottle of wine after we ordered it, which was nearing the ten minute mark of being sat. That being said, we weren't in a hurry so it was no big deal. One of my biggest pet peeves at restaurants is having a busy server, while all the other servers jaunt around merrily. If you see a table waiting without so much as a glass of water in front of them, go ask if they've been served! Just knowing that much can change a whole experience for a patron. Anyways... the food arrived shortly after we were finally able to order. As I stated before, it was fantastic. Will I continue to come here? Yes. No one offers the experience that they do. Do I know what to expect. Yes. The servers need to pull it together or the management needs to take a hard look at who they employ. I know it sounds harsh but I can drive twenty more minutes into downtown St Augustine for the same seafood and find better service at another restaurant.

    (4)

  • Beth M.

    Awesome meal. An hour wait, but with great views and great food, it was well worth it. Friends at the table got seafood and enjoyed. I got the chicken gnocchi, which may have been the best chicken I've had in my life. Delicious.

    (5)

  • Patty M.

    Views are terrific! Waited at the bar for our table, made friends with other tourists, it was great. Food and service was excellent!

    (5)

  • Calvin N.

    Great service - Single at the bar on a business trip, Blaze was astute Bartender and very knowledgeable with the menu! The Calamari Vilano & Sea Salt Caramel Cheesecake, a must have!

    (5)

  • Alex M.

    The service was amazing, the parking lot was full but I was seated immediately. Soon after being seated I recieved service and the servers were very nice. The only problem was the jambalaya was not the best. But I had eaten with several other people and they said the meal was one of the best they had ever had.

    (5)

  • Michael K.

    Could be the best restaurant in St Augustine. 3 for dinner, we split the lump crab cake, shrimp vilano, and tuna/crab duo appetizers. All three were excellent. Entree I had the whole fried flounder which I had a slight fear would be greasy or taste too "fried". Not a shot. The dish was awesome. Lightly crispy crunchy outside, other than the crispiness you would never know it was fried. My wife had the vanilla grouper, and my mother the seared tuna. Everything was fresh and fantastic, and the service was great as well. The wine list is great, and finally..... somewhere without a 100% mark-up. The mark-ups were so low I thought the page I was looking at was half bottles. Great spot!

    (5)

  • Jenn S.

    For years I have been enjoying the food and service of Caps. I refer all of my hospital's visiting physicians and all out of town guest to Caps. On Valentine's Day this year, I decided to take 6 people to Caps for dinner. Three of us met at Caps at 5pm and the other three would be joining us; coming in from Orlando and St. Augustine. The three of us who arrived first knew we would have to wait and said it would be worth every minute! We sat at the bar ordered two drinks a piece, enjoyed conversations with others sitting at the bar. We were sat in the covered patio overlooking the water. We order a 60.00 bottle of wine and 4 apps while waiting on our friends to arrive. I got up to use the ladies room and upon arrival back to the table, the manger was there asking when our party would arrive and when we were leaving. We informed him we just finished a 60.00 bottle of wine and many apps and were about to order more wine and dinner (just as we said that the rest of our party walked through the door) We were so upset that the manager came to our table questioning us and prompting us to leave. We asked the waitress to bring our check which was about 130.00 up to that point not to mention the bar drinks. We took care of her and her good service - and if we had stayed our bill would have been close to 300-400.00. I confronted the manager twice upon us departing the restaurant - I was so angry that he had the nerve to come to our table and basically asking when we were leaving. I will NEVER return to Caps and now will make sure social media knows the story. I am very disappointed in the professionalism of this manager.

    (1)

  • Jordan O.

    Went here for lunch on a day when it was storming out. Still had one of the best lunches of my life. The shrimp Vilano was perfect, the salads were excellent (the spinach was just as fresh as the tuna) and the service was done with a smile. All in all, it's worth the 15 minute drive each and every time you go to St. Augustine!

    (5)

  • Tariq S.

    The food here is 3 stars. Normally I don't factor in ambiance, but this place has a 5 star ambiance, so lets meet halfway yelpers at 4 stars.

    (4)

  • Rachel R.

    This place was stupendous, the view alone is worth the stop. We were going for a booth by the sea of course but the wait was an hour and a half for three. The taking a buzzer, we made our way to the bar, lucky for us there were two seats open and not too long for the third. Decided to eat at the bar after trying some appetizers, we couldn't wait. Ordered the she crab soup, lobster cups and a pesto cesear salad as appetizers. I highly recommend them all! The pesto dressing on the salad was grand and I loved that it came so you cut it up yourself. Soup was creamy and flavorful. The lobster cups were little bites of creamy lobstery goodness, awesome! For our entrees, I ordered the penne Rockefeller with blackened chicken. Pasta was cooked perfect and the sauce was delish. My boyfriend ordered the aged steak with mashed potatoes And veggies. Came with this AMAZING sauce to smear on the steak. My bf's mom ordered the planko crusted triggerfish which was cooked perfect with a crispy outside. The service is a tad slow but it's so busy there it's understandable. Get there early.

    (4)

  • Mindy P.

    The shrimp was fresh and delicious, and the ambiance was great. I had the yellow rice and beans as a side, and it was average at best. I would definitely dine here again while visiting St. Augustine.

    (4)

  • Abbey M.

    If you are looking for a beautiful view of the water or would like to watch the sunset with a loved one, look no farther! Caps has a breathtaking view! I would suggest making a dinner reservation or plan on having a few cocktails by one of the two bars prior to your meal because this place does get busy! Their are lots of places to sit, they have an indoor seating area as well as a covered outdoor area and tables by the water. The menu is presented very well in that the descriptions and pictures all look appetizing but I will say that so far none of the dishes have impressed me. This restaurant gets a 5 for presentation but the menu gets a 3 for taste.

    (4)

  • Ian M.

    I've been here twice. Once for lunch on Sunday and once for a birthday dinner. Service was good and so was the food.

    (5)

  • Erin L.

    AWESOME food. One week later and I'm still thinking about the Crab Louie. The deep fried gator tail was alright, and the calamari with different dipping sauces was great. The free valet parking is a nice touch but can get backed up. This place was also great for people watching. Downsides: - For some reason, you have to wait for a table in the main section, but a small section near the side bar is first-come, first-served. We only found this out because we happened to walk over there, but it would have been nice if the hosts had mentioned this to us. - During our whole meal, I was a bit distracted by the servers hanging out at the bar being pretty unprofessional. Eating and drinking behind the bar and then immediately serving customers. Hanging around and chatting when there are plenty of customers who could use a refill on drinks, another napkin, etc.

    (4)

  • Danielle F.

    This is my favorite restaurant ever. I have been coming here for my birthday every year and love it every time. The view is great and the service is always excellent. The seafood is always fresh and delicious. I love sitting beneath the oak trees and watching the sun set.

    (5)

  • Spirit B.

    Absolutely beautiful intercostal waterway views. Great food. Come early as they do not take reservations. If you have a boat , then ride right up to their dock.

    (5)

  • E H.

    This place is fantastic! First of all, the outdoor seating makes for a lovely experience. I started with the fried green tomatoes, which I recommend. I had the fish and chips, and my husband had the grilled mahi and oysters, all of which we enjoyed. It was just a really nice, intimate and delicious dinner, and we will definitely be back.

    (5)

  • Alex A.

    Amazing--the food was delicious and our waitress was great, she was extremely respectful, had helpful local knowledge, and recommended some really good menu items. We got a few of their appetizers (gator bites were the best) and some salads, it was perfect for our group of three. It may be a bit pricy if you are just grabbing a bite to eat, but appropriate for a going-out-to-dinner meal and well worth it. Highly recommended.

    (5)

  • Brandon C.

    My wife had the salmon, which she loved. I tasted it as well and thought it was great. I decided to go simple and try the fried shrimp. The portions were perfect. We really liked their hush puppies!

    (4)

  • Anne W.

    Very friendly idyllic stop for a Sunday lunch. Sat at the outdoor bar with a great view of docks and water. She crab soup was yummy, fish taco perfect addition.

    (5)

  • Melissa F.

    Amazing view, service and food! An enjoyable experienced. I think we were the only people that did not have a Florida tag. We felt like a local.

    (5)

  • Wendy S.

    Just thinking about this place makes my mouth water. Definitely one of the coolest places I've ever been to! I felt like I was eating at a treehouse in the water. The cider selection was blah, which is surprising considering that a lot of people prefer that these days... Got a frozen margarita instead, but BOY was it strong! My boyfriend got the local IPA and loved it, and my parents said their Bloody Mary's were awesome! I got grilled shrimp, and hush puppies and they were the best hush puppies I've ever had! Definitely recommend this to any seafood lover!

    (5)

  • Jackie C.

    this was just okay. i probably won't go back unless a group of people choose this place. it's a pretty setting, so that was nice. i didn't care for the crab louie. it reminded me of an overturned can of alpo or cat food. that's how the crab louie comes. it's round, like in a mold, packed together. sorry but that was the impression i got. also, i didn't like the triangle pieces of bread or whatever the accompaniment was with the crab louie. they were too hard, too oily, and too yucky. the soups are the most expensive i've ever had to pay. they weren't worth the price in my opinion, though it was yummy. here's a suggestion to caps: offer more of the soup and lower the price a bit. ***if you're wearing sandals, opt for the valet service or get dropped off at the entrance to the restaurant. i learned the hard way. i was wearing sandals and we had to park far. the parking lot is all sandy and sand kept getting in my shoes. i had already showered, so it felt yucky.***

    (3)

  • Regina T.

    Oh my my my!! This is a must to eat here if you're visiting St Augustine, Ponte Vedra, Jacksonville FL, or any surrounding area!!

    (5)

  • David F.

    Best seafood I've had. Amazing view of the Intercoastal waterway. I ordered the scallops for an appetizer, and they were some of the best that I have had. Have a nice bar and is good for groups, too. Recommended.

    (5)

  • Carlos S.

    I have tried pretty well all major restaurants from Vilano to Flagler and this place blows everybody away. I have never had a bad meal here. I live by Hammock and don't mind the drive for the food served here. Keep up the good work. The Floridian, Collage, Michaels, Harrys , Raintree or Catch 27 doesn't even come close.

    (5)

  • Kresta A.

    Everyone is raving about this place, but for me, all I can say I enjoyed was the view. My waiter was slow, he did not ever bring me a bread basket. As for the meal, I just had the gumbo, and it was good, but over priced. For me,I travel a lot and see a lot of prices, this seemed high for the quality. Great view though, and I may go back and just get a drink at the bar and stand on the dock.

    (2)

  • Megan E.

    Literally, the best restaurant I have ever been to. Yes, we had to wait an hour and a half to sit down but our view and food was well worth it. A nice pier to sit and wait and watch the sunset. The food was delicious. The service was great. Highly recommended!!!

    (5)

  • Anony M.

    My husband & I enjoyed our first experience at Caps on the Water! We had a beautiful view of the water and enjoyable food. Our server, Adam, was fantastic! We ordered: *Oysters - Delicious! *Blackened Grouper - Delicious! *Vanilla Grouper - My husband loved it; I thought it was not great - seemed more like a mushy vanilla pudding than a seafood dish. We were able to see a family of dolphins while sitting by the water - WOW! Also, it was a beautiful day & had the opportunity to see a lot of activity on the water: boaters, kids tubing, jet-skiers, & even a family arriving to the restaurant by boat. I especially enjoyed the ambiance - A cool, breezy, outdoor seating area that's right on the water. Negatives: *The parking lot is on sand, so be ready for messy shoes/feet. *No animals allowed. I like to bring my dogs everywhere & if I'm on the beach with my dogs, then I will not be able to enjoy Caps on the Water. The sign is very clear, as it reads, "ABSOLUTELY NO ANIMALS ALLOWED." *The menus are cheap laminated booklets. I recommend going to this casual restaurant!

    (4)

  • John S.

    Stopped at Cap's a late summer Sunday afternoon. The place is deservedly crowded, but we snagged a couple of seats at one of the outdoor bars. This was fortunate. The atmosphere, with the sun descending over the water, is the perfect way to end the weekend. We had two drinks. First was a very average mojito. Drinkable, but not special. Recently acquired friends were enjoying piña coladas with a Myer's Rum floater. Not only was the drink exactly as a Parrot-head would want (copious amounts of alcohol) it also tasted great. In addition we had the salmon appetizer, and tuna tempura. I think both were very good, however, they came after the piña coladas.

    (5)

  • Clarice O.

    The gorgeous view is most definitely the selling point of Cap's on the Water. Dining seaside during sunset is simply divine. But we all know that a wonderful dining experience is a combination of delectable food, fantastic ambience, great company, and great service. As mentioned, the ambience is made fantastic by the gorgeous views. Great company is always provided by the person/s you dine with (hence pathetic company is one's fault and not the restaurant's) and I dined with my beloved daughter and favorite cousin/best friend so definitely no complaints there. Now to the food and service. The food was good but I have had better. We had the calamari for the appetizer and we demolished it in less than five minutes. It was good! We ordered the kid's fish and chips, vanilla grouper, and seafood combo. The seafood was fresh and that's the best thing anyone can ask for! The vanilla grouper piqued my interest in that I have never had fish and vanilla cooked together. I was excited, but I was slightly disappointed in the dish. It was good, but it was nothing special. If I were to return here, I probably would not be ordering it again as Cap's seems to have other interesting seafood selection. (Note: a word to the wise, though, they are rather pricey.) As for the service, everyone was helpful and very friendly. The staff is so used to their diners going gaga over their beautiful setting that once they see a camera, it seems to be an instinct to them to offer to take your picture. They are also very knowledgeable about their menu and very easy to banter with. If ever I return to St. Augustine, I would not hesitate to have another sunset dinner at Caps' on the Water.

    (4)

  • Britton Y.

    My husband and I just had the best experience at Caps! We were looking for a nice waterfront spot to finish out our trip and this was perfect. Our server Summer was very attentive and welcoming. We had oysters Rockefeller, clams, lobster phyllo cups, and many delicious beverages. The view is one that can't be beat. Come here! Especially if you want a nice low key, under the trees, dining experience.

    (5)

  • Heather T.

    Ridiculously good food! I went to this restaurant because everyone else told me I should go. And now I know why--probably the best food of my stay in St. Augustine! This place is a great balance between uber foodie enjoyment and casual American dining, and although it was raining when we ate lunch, the deck, view of the water and beach is beautiful--I can't wait to go back on a sunny, warm day! They rolled out brand new menus the day before my lunch, and the pictures of everything looked delicious. We started with the Shrimp Vilano, perfectly cooked with a spicy sauce on top. Amazing! I had a salad, and normally salads are boring, but the chicken was so well seasoned, the dressing was light and refreshing (and they didn't drown the lettuce in dressing), and the apples, blue cheese, and nuts were fresh and complementary. I WILL make this restaurant a must-go restaurant for all of my trips here!

    (5)

  • Daisy D.

    Like a fine wine, Cap's has gotten better with age. It's and mine. I've grown to appreciate (more every day) where I grew up and I have spent many a meal at Cap's. If you go right at prime dinner hour, be prepared to wait if you want to sit outside. I've been back numerous times since my last review and I can't think of one single thing to find a fault in. On my most recent visit - July 4th of all days - we were able to get in pretty quickly and had a table right along the water. For my nephew's first visit, I couldn't have asked for anything better. We shared a dozen Florida Gulf oysters to start. My nephew ordered the snow crab legs and I had the crab cake dinner. My nephew loved the crab legs and sucked every last bite out of the claws that he could get. My crab cake dinner was excellent. Each bite melted on my tongue and the remoulade added a nice layer without overpowering the dish. The arugula salad had a nice bite to it and - though opposite - played quite well with the crab cake. The asparagus were thin little buttery spears of goodness that I quickly ate up. Recently I had discovered a something on their menu - Ahi Tuna sliders - that I had ordered several times. I unfortunately did not get a chance to review them before they were taken off the menu. Hopefully they'll be back one day.

    (5)

  • Nina C.

    Where do I begin!? The view alone in this place is a spectacular one, the service was also great! My roommate and I sat at the outside bar. To start with I ordered a great bloody mary and the Shrimp Vilano. For my lunch entrée I ordered the blackened shrimp tacos and they were equally delicious. The tacos are listed on the lunch menu, not the dinner menu. I would highly recommend this wonderful place!

    (5)

  • Michelle F.

    I love this place. It reminded me of a restaurant in St. John. It's beautiful and fun at the same time. Oyster was my fav. And yes! The vanilla grouper was to die for. I have never tasted something so unique. The kids had fun going to the beach below. I highly recommend this and will definitely return.

    (5)

  • Landon W.

    When we arrived at Ponte Vedra, we were told by a lady at the Publix that Cap's is a very popular spot for tourists and locals alike. She wasn't kidding! We arrived just before 6 on Sunday to a jam packed parking lot. We went with the complimentary valet service and headed inside, where we found ourselves faced with a 1 1/2 hour wait. Reservations are not an option, so we sucked it up and bellied up to the bar until our time came. While waiting, we ordered up some drinks and calamari. I tried a specialty cocktail that consisted of gin, tonic, and cucumber. It was pretty delicious! The calamari was good too, and it was accompanied by 2 types of sauces and seaweed salad. By the time our table was ready, that calamari had long since been consumed and we were starving. We were led out onto the huge outdoor deck that looked over the water. Of all the table out there, we got the WORST possible table that was no where near the water or the fantastic sunset view. That was disappointing to say the least, especially given how long we had waited. Our waiter was obviously stressed and from the minute he approached us it was easy to tell that he was overwhelmed. The ordering process was very slow and we had to wait a bit longer than is reasonable for drinks and food. I can cut him a break but I have to hold the restaurant accountable for not having enough staff available to be attentive to their customers. This place was not cheap and when you pay more, you expect better service. While the service was lacking, the food itself made up for it! We ordered up a variety of things, including: peel and eat shrimp, oysters, grouper, shrimp curry, and flounder. Everything was really tasty and well prepared. My grouper was blackened and came with a pepper cream sauce, plantains, and orzo. The oysters were really good as well and I'd rank them in my top 10. At the end of the day, it was a pretty good experience at Cap's. Be prepared to deal with long wait times and service that is average at best. It's worth the wait to enjoy the tasty food in an awesome outdoor atmosphere!

    (4)

  • Alena W.

    I do love this place. Anytime we are on that side of the coast, we always visit Caps. It does get very crowded, but it sits right on the water so you can grab a drink and sit in the sand while you wait for your table. They have wonderful seafood, and my children loved the gator tail for an appetizer. The restaurant itself has a rustic old FL feel. Service is great, food is awesome, great bar drinks. This is one place where the whole family will enjoy dinner.

    (5)

  • Jax C.

    Beautiful location. Awesome food. Kids can play in the sand while the adults enjoy after dinner conversation.

    (5)

  • Frank J.

    We arrived at about 11:05 AM on Aug 24th and no greeter was at the front desk. Another couple was drinking wine and enjoying the view so we decided to get a table near them off to the left deck. Although the other couple had a server come by a couple times, it took 10 minutes for ours to bring menus and when she did, there was no conversation, she just dropped them off. There was no offer to bring drinks or the usual polite acknowledgment of our existence. On the other side of the deck, I saw new arrivals being greeted and brought water while we sit being ignored. After 15 MORE minutes of sitting in the heat with no water or server in sight, we decided to leave. As we got up, one of the girls asked if we were moving tables? I said "No, were taking off. it's been almost a half an hour with no water or offer of service." She replied, "We don't open till 11:30." Now, It's our bad for arriving too early but why were the other people at least offered water? Why didn't out server say the kitchen doesn't open till 11:30 but here's some water until we can serve you." Why were we allowed to sit down if we were going to be ignored? It was during a string of very hot days and the indifference of the staff was amazing... Cap's wasted our time. Disinterested, unhelpful staff that acted like we were bothering them

    (1)

  • Marcus A.

    The food here is good and the service is mostly on point but the view here on the patio is amazing!!

    (4)

  • Tom S.

    Beautiful setting, sitting under the oaks and the spanish moss, overlooking the bay. I think another "$" needs to be added to pricing, though. Two adults and two teenagers left $140 for a meal - one drink for each adult, no desert. Greatly appreciated the complimentary valet parking. Fried calamari were ordinary, fresh fish was nothing fancy. Keep the toppings separate as they overwhelm the fish. Small children can safely entertain themselves on the beach next to the dining area.

    (3)

  • Jen C.

    It's impossible to go wrong here. The atmosphere and scenery is gorgeous, breathtaking at times, the service is wonderful, and the food is to die for. Seriously. I hope that when I die I can eat crispy scored founders, Panko crusted triggerfish, and everything else on their menu for my lunch and evening meals. This is my favorite place to go in St. Augustine.

    (5)

  • Jamie C.

    Excellent dinner. Caps was recommended by a local and it did not disappoint. We waited about 20 minutes for a table at the inside bar. We sat on the deck with one of the best views! Our appetizer was oysters Rockefeller. Hands down, the best I've ever had. My husband had the triggerfish, I had the grouper. Both were equally delicious and cooked perfectly. Dessert was the German chocolate brownie cake. It was served in a dish, similar to that of a brad pudding dish. It left a little to be desired, but still tasty. Overall, great atmosphere, view, and food. Will definitely return on our next Jacksonville area trip.

    (5)

  • Richard L.

    Glazed Salmon was ok. Catch Manchego was very good. Salted Caramel Cheesecake was outstanding. Service was very good. Atmosphere is great. Expensive.

    (4)

  • Shabooboo R.

    Had dinner there the other night. I was a bit hesitant about going there even after reading the Yelp reviews. I was worried that the other reviewers were sucked in by the beautiful location and gorgeous sunsets. Turns out this place offers the best dining experience in the St. Augustine area so far. Even the parking lot is picturesque with plenty of shade trees with Spanish Moss hanging down. It looks like something out of the movies. They don't take reservations and I overheard one of the hostesses tell the couple ahead of us it would be a 1 hour wait! That was almost enough to make me leave, but then I asked if they had seating inside and was told they could seat us right away. That was perfect by us. Frankly, I find alfresco dining a bit overrated away with the bugs and heat and humidity. In any case, we got a really nice table for 4 (even though we were 2) with a perfect view of the coming sunset over the bay. Wifey and I both had their garlic oysters, which had us both reminiscing about the same oysters we had at Acme in New Orleans. Also the warm nutty bread with herbed butter had us asking for more. I followed that up with grouper and my wife had a crab salad that she loved. Needless to say, we'll be back ...

    (5)

  • Pat J.

    We have eaten here before - lovely outdoor patio, ok food, etcetera. This time we arrived at 5, plenty of room in the restaurant, but the manager would not put together two tables to accommodate our party of 7. They were very unhelpful and not nice. We won't be back, and will pass our experience on to others.

    (2)

  • Jeff H.

    Wow the view, service, and of course the wine list was outstanding. We had 4 different appetizers our favorite was Bali Bites. This was a great bite of fish, egg plant, cucumber salad. If you are already in st Augustine and think it is beautiful wait until you sit outside on the deck. You will never want to leave. We will travel the five hours to eat here again!

    (5)

  • Teri K.

    Don't you just love this place? Even if you have average food, being right on the Intracoastal waterway places your restaurant head and shoulders above most other eateries. I do miss the days when they could have live music on the weekends but those pesky little neighbors complaining wiped that out. Boo! I don't know how it happens but I usually get there during the middle of the afternoon when they don't offer lunch and they don't offer dinner but just a few appetizers to get you through while they changeover in the kitchen. Waitstaff is friendly and I think they're a little pricey but again, look around at the view - priceless!! I think they've improved quite a bit with their menu. I love their oysters Rockefeller, and any of their fresh catch entrées blackened.

    (4)

  • Guy P.

    Well I would give this place a ZERO if I could. Bartender was not pleasant, food was awful at best and to top it off the mixed drink, which was quote one of their signature drinks, was horrific! This was the first time I haven't finished a drink. Stay away.

    (1)

  • AL K.

    Expect to wait for a table during busy dinner hours however you can grab a drink at the bar and bring it out to the deck/pier to chill while waiting for your table. Nice sunset views while dining. Enjoy it since price is included in the food you ordered. Food are pricey. A pound of gulf shrimps for $22++ while market price is $9 .Do the math. Service is a tad too slow. Takes approx 25 minutes for appetizers and another 20 minutes for the main dish. If you happen to finish your drink before your server comes to check on you good luck in trying to get someone for a refill. My seared local catch flounder was rubbery and hard.Tasted like pork more than fish. Good to try once for the experience but would not come back just because there are a lot more local places with reasonable prices and great tasting seafood.

    (3)

  • Amanda N.

    The appetizer was the only highlight. The tuna sliders was my meal and I left disappointed and our tab was 70 for not a lot. A beer is is 8 bucks and not for anything fancy jus a Guinness. The tuna slider meal was boring. The wasabi was all u tasted. I wanted to taste the fish and got mostly lettuce and wasabi mayo and the fries were bland. Our waiter must have been in the back twiddling his fingers as it was 430 and not busy but took at least 20 min to get our bill. He had jambalaya and he said it was good but not much for the price. Super bummed to spend so much and leave unsatisfied

    (2)

  • Robert J.

    This is a really great stop if you are in the area. It is outside of St. Augustine past Vilano Beach on A1A heading toward Jacksonville. The view of the inter coastal waterway is excellent. We saw a number of boats and wave runners including some that stopped at Caps. There were several pods of dolphins swimming by at one point. We were there for a late lunch and the service was a little slow but with the view and visiting friends with us we did not mind too much. I had the mahi mahi fish sandwich (grilled) with the Belgian fries. It was a good sized piece of fish with simple seasoning. Others in the party had the fish sandwich as well but had a local fish ( can't remember the type). They also liked their sandwiches. My wife had a French dip (one of the specials), and there were several non fish choices for those of you who are not fans. We opted for dessert. Key Lime Cup and Coconut Cake. The key lime tasted good and seemed like a cheesecake in a cup. Nice and cool. The coconut cake was warm and also very tasty. All in all a good place and somewhere we would return to in the future. By the way, very relaxed atmosphere and kid friendly although we left the teenagers at home.

    (4)

  • Ted M.

    This place is a sure thing every time. Great atmosphere, great service and really great food. This is a must every time we come to Ponte Vedra beach.

    (5)

  • Chris G.

    Great atmosphere, awesome food, good drink selection, beautiful views, good service = 5 stars. Nice date night spot at sunset...see for yourself!

    (5)

  • Lora H.

    Lovely atmosphere and great food. The service was wonderful. If the weather is nice sit out on the deck!

    (4)

  • Les S.

    Grouper with vanilla rum sauce was pricey but delicious. Came with whipped parsnip potatoes and specially prepared spinach. The fried shrimp was tasty and plentiful. Accompanying cole slaw was good, but tomato orzo was just okay (the description sounded way better than the reality). The propane heaters kept the plastic enclosed patio warm on a cold night.

    (4)

  • Anthony K.

    The view was pretty spectacular. No complaints about that. The server was excellent and down to earth. Answered questions professionally. The food was solid. The caeser salad was good except that I had to cut it myself. Comes in a tower. My gf really liked the caps salad. I had the Filet and it was cooked great. The sides could be a little better. My gf had fish and really enjoyed it.

    (4)

  • Rachel P.

    Go for the location and views, not the food or drinks. Food was less than stellar (tired, old people-esque food) and drinks were weak. They put well whiskey in my mint julep.

    (3)

  • Julia O.

    The atmosphere and restaurant were outstanding! Especially when the sun went down and the lights were twinkling on the trees! The restaurant and bar area are beautiful. We enjoyed sitting out side and taking in the water view and the sunset! The food was excellently prepared and delicious. Our waitress Amanda was very attentive and friendly. I would highly recommend this restaurant!

    (5)

  • Paul L.

    Could not get in. When we arrived we were handed a beeper and told to wait. The wait time saw others who arrived later been seated quickly. The kicker was when a lady was seated very quickly. When I complained I was told she is the owner so owners eat paying people when they decide. We left no seats for us

    (1)

  • Anna L.

    My husband and I made our way to Cap's on our vacation in St. Augustine. We truly enjoyed the atmosphere on the water. We also received excellent service from the wait staff. I had shrimp and my husband had a catch of the week special. We enjoyed the food, but felt the prices were just a tad high for the portion size. Overall an enjoyable experience, and one I'd recommend to others.

    (4)

  • Lesley P.

    Great food and ambience. Loooong wait, service pretty ho-hum for such a nice place. Vanilla grouper, the specialty, was good; follow their advice and get the sauce on the side.

    (4)

  • Amy G.

    This place is awesome. A bit pricey but the food is so good, consistent and fresh that it doesn't matter. The sunsets are beautiful and the service is always excellent. They have the best bartenders Alicia and Tara who pour great drinks . I would definitely recommend this place to everyone. My favorite food there is curry chicken and shrimp with rice and fresh cut fries with peanut sayce.

    (5)

  • Vince H.

    Bang!!! This is the spot for amazing seafood. Our group of 5 had salmon, seafood trio and crab cakes. Someone back in the kitchen knows what they are doing!! Everything was well prepared fresh and hot when served.

    (5)

  • Angela B.

    The view was spectacular but the wait was ridiculous. Once we were seated 1 1/2 hrs later it took our waitress another hour to get us in and out. I'm not sure if it was her or the kitchen that was slow? As for the food itself my salmon was cooked to order perfectly but pairing it with plantains and tomato-lemon risotto....not the best combination. The lobster fritters were cheese fritters as my husband and I didn't see or taste lobster. I would say yes to this place for cocktails, peel and eat shrimp, oysters maybe but that's about it and sit at the bar to eat or inside once you have sat out on the pier because it's not worth the wait. Sorry, I'm a food snob and if I'm going to drive 30 minutes and spend a good amount of money I should get more than just a view.

    (3)

  • Trace M.

    2 stars at best. This place has average food. It tastes ok but, it is not fine dining at all. My husband and I dined here for a romantic evening. The view and outdoor patio are beautiful but, there're kids that run up & down to climb a tree on the beach, it's not quiet at all. Don't sit by the tree at the stairs! Our waitress was very nice but left us sitting there waiting all of the time! We waited to order, we really waited for our food (45 min) and then we waited for her to offer us boxes & clear our table. We went on a Monday night and they had no clams at all & had very wierd fish choices that I have never heard of. This place is for flip flops, beer and a fish sandwich! Great outdoor bar out back! Do not expect anything more.

    (2)

  • B J.

    Found this amazing restaurant thanks to Yelp! It has everything you can imagine! From fresh caught fish to amazing filets. They even have half bottles of amazing wine! A must go for anyone visiting St.augustine :)

    (5)

  • Jennifer S.

    This was one of my all time favorite dining experiences of all time. The service was impeccable and the outdoor dining environment was breathtaking. The oysters were steamed to perfection and served with a generous selection of toppings. The vanilla grouper was mouthwatering and the tuna stack was excellent. We loved everything about this place!

    (5)

  • Jeff W.

    Beautiful restaurant. Food was exceptional I don't think fried shrimp should cost 22$ but that's just me. Your definitely paying for the atmosphere. Great service and did not leave hungry.

    (3)

  • Casey B.

    I couldn't imagine what it must be like to try to keep Jenn S Happy at anything in life. Here's a lady that says she's loved this place for years, refers her personal network to this place for years, and loved the place so much she decided that's where she'd like to go for Vday, and she can bash the place and put a one star on the restaurant over a misjudgment by the manager? Hello, it was Vday! That guy worked that night like your daddy probably worked to put that silver spoon in your mouth all your life that made you so inconsiderate! Had you ever considered that since he saw you guys there drinking only wine and eating only appetizers that you were taking up one of his waiters tables on the busiest night of the year? You're not even supposed to be seated until your entire party arrives, and they obviously went above and beyond that standard of every single very busy restaurant on earth to try to make you happy. He likely didn't realize you had more folks coming and might have actually mistakenly thought you'd already eaten. Have a littler consideration for the fact that it's Vday and you took up a table for hours during prime time dinner hours on Vday while you waited for your party to arrive! What a bitchy review of a place you already said was fantastic, even for your unreasonable attitude! Caps is outstanding in every way! Casey B.

    (5)

  • D.j. K.

    Food, atmosphere, staff, location. Everything about this place is 5 stars. I always feel welcomed when going and enjoy my time there every time. I can't recommend this place enough.

    (5)

  • rose n.

    The view: 5 stars White sangria: 4-5 stars Vanilla grouper: Overhyped, good but a solid 4 stars Ahi tuna app: OMG 5 stars forever Dessert trio: 5 stars The service was "slow" but not in a bad way. I didn't feel rushed at all which was perfect with a gorgeous view of the estuary.

    (5)

  • Tommy O.

    My anniversary last week during family vacation. Found Caps via yelp and glad I did. Atmosphere was great. My wife for the tuna, I got the shrimp pasta. Excellent dinner and service. Only complaint was the menu via yelp/caps had crab legs when they were no longer available. Would definitely go back.

    (5)

  • Keely P.

    You have to come for yourself to really expereience the beautiful setting and amazing food..menu changes often so youll never get bored. Ive becoming here since i was a little girl, as my family lives close and its always a favorite gathering spot. Wether its a birthday(moms last night) or a lunch with friends, its the best of the best. They have inside & outside seating, an oyster bar , a dock to pull the boat up to and of course, the magical sunset. Last night we had a bit of everything-flounder, triggerfish, salmon, oysters, crab cakes, steak, salads, it was all spot on, well done, as always!

    (5)

  • Patricia T.

    This place is awesome! The view service and food is amazing. They don't rush you at all. Piña coladas are awesome. They even gave us free dessert! Loved our waitress

    (5)

  • Elizabeth G.

    Much better than expected! We were expecting just another "sand bar" and were pleasantly surprised. One had the grouper, and said it was the best-cooked piece of fish he might have ever had! Penne Rockefeller was delicious to a pickier palate ;). José (server) had lots of great tips on the menu, which was nice and helpful. Definitely try this place. Though we went late (~8 pm), I'm sure that with the water view we had, the sunset would be gorgeous.

    (5)

  • Jeff S.

    Our hotel recommended this restaurant and we could not have been happier. The food was amazing and the locations is fantastic !

    (5)

  • Colleen M.

    Beautiful waterfront views with great, fresh seafood. Came here for lunch on a Sunday and had a great experience. We enjoyed the fresh fish sandwich and crab cake sandwich - all were delicous and fresh. The hush puppies were also delicous - very moist. Will definitely be back the next time we visit.

    (5)

  • Billy L.

    Food was awesome , I had the grouper vanilla, sounds wired but amazing. Great atmosphere . Service was lacking and make sure you don't stand out at the end of the dock when your waiting for the buzzer to go off, it doesn't work out there and they skipped us

    (4)

  • Jennifer S.

    Good food and breathtaking views, what more can you ask for?

    (5)

  • Richard T.

    Cap's on the water, has the best inter coastal location, and the atmosphere is eclectic and fun. The staff is friendly and attentive, knowledgeable and eager to dispense their knowledge of the menu. This was our first trip so we tried several appetizers and main dishes between the four of us in my party. we started with lobster fritters and fish pieces both fried in a light batter and served with a hint of spice and curry, not overpowering, yet a pleasing different taste. The Oysters were huge flavorful and very clean and served cold with several sauces. We will defiantly be back and try new items, I would rate this higher if it were not for the price. Dinner for 4 with 4 alcohol beverages and 2 teas 2 aps and 4 entrees $200.00 with the tip. Service is great, location is great;however the price is about twice what they should be charging!

    (4)

  • David H.

    We live on Hilton Head Island. We eat fresh fish year round. We are spoiled by restaurants that prepare great meals and offer great views. With that said, Cap's on the Water is one the best seafood restaurants at which we have eaten. Everything was prepared perfectly. The sides served were perfect for the entrees. Our server was attentive at the right level. Even the drinks were priced very reasonably. The sunset was fantastic. Cap's needs to open here in HHI.

    (5)

  • Amber M.

    FRESH.OYSTERS.SOLD.HERE. Probably some of the freshest oysters I'd had since moving to the east coast. The atmosphere is awesome, the service was awesome and the food was exquisite. Seating is outdoors and all on a patio/deck. Near the water and off the water. Twinkle lights in the trees, fans to help get rid of mosquito, and top of the line cocktails. Would recommend this place to all locals in the area and anyone traveling to the area. Love love love.

    (4)

  • Jackie T.

    I love everything about this place, the location, the ambience, the service, and the food! I come every time I'm in town and I'm never disappointed.

    (5)

  • Kim M.

    Amazing Gluten Free menu. Had the crab and smoked fish dip with gluten free crackers for an appetizer and it was delicious...the crab dip was my favorite. Had the sautéed shrimp tacos with corn tortillas and white herb rice for my meal...the shrimp was so juicy and BIG! There were 8 shrimp in two tacos! Great deal for the price! So many options and appreciate the ease of the GF options for celiacs!

    (5)

  • Natalie O.

    Always amazing every time I go. I would suggest this place for anyone. Docks available if you travel by water. Lovely water view deck dining. Oyster bar. The food never disappoints. If you haven't been there, it's a little out of the way, but very worth your time. Only downsides to Caps: they are not always open and they fill up quick. Call ahead.

    (5)

  • J S.

    My idea of a perfect restaurant. Really delicious food ( herb crusted grouper), out of this world atmosphere with outdoor seating on the intracoastal with a to-die-for sunset view, waiters with great, fun, professional personalities (Adam, Grayson) wow!

    (5)

  • James B.

    I've eaten at Cap's a couple times. Once with a large group and once with a smaller table of four. Both times it was very good. The service was solid each time, the atmosphere is hard to beat - especially if you can sit on the deck. On that note, they do have propane heaters on the deck which work well - really extends the hours (and months, likely) that you can enjoy the deck. The oysters were good both time, as were the other appetizers. The vanilla grouper is very good. The crispy scored founder is indeed a whole fish (as the menu states), so be prepared to pick out the bones. Still good. After dinner try the key lime pie in a cup along with a coffee, soooo good.

    (4)

  • Brooke B.

    The food was amazing and the views are incredible at sunset. The place feels local and is not packed or overpriced like the other restaurants in the downtown area. We had a wonderful experience and would go back in a second!

    (5)

  • Rodney M.

    This place is awesome ! Great food with great service . My girlfriend and I waited 1hour 45 min to be seated due to Valentines Day rush but the food and service was worth the wait . I highly recommend this place if you're trying to impress your date . She had the blackened grouper and I enjoyed the Mediterranean pasta . The fried calamari for an appetizer is a great choice . 5 stars !!!!

    (5)

  • Anne A.

    Sooo good. Looking forward to coming again real soon! My boyfriend, Donnie, and I came here for dinner last night around 8:30pm.This isn't our first time so we knew it was going to be a little busy. As we pulled up, there were vehicles parked on the side of the road. There was a 25-30 minute wait so we decided we would wait at the bar. Although it was super busy, the environment was still quite nice. The view is gorgeous since you can the reflections of the light in the water. Our bartender was Neely super nice and gave us great recommendations. We ordered the shrimp vilano and the new favorite of mine...Greek baked scallops. I don't eat much bread but the sauce on that dish was sooo good that I kept dipping the bread. We also had the Seared Sesame Ahi Tuna with mash potato and turnips and mushroom orzo. It was really good. We told Neely that we would be back and sit at the bar again the next time we come. I highly recommend this place. A bit pricey but well worth the food and service...not to mention, a nice atmosphere :)

    (5)

  • Nati B.

    The food got better! And you can't find a better place to see the sunset over the horizon. I came several times. Some by car and stayed late. And another with a group by BOAT! We docked, with some difficulty since it was windy but then we ate and sat for a long time. I had a grilled mahi that I ordered with plantains just cause I love plantains so much! It was yummy. One of my friends got boiled shrimp, the peel and eat kind, and that was really good and fresh too! The only reason I withhold one star is because service is good, but doesn't make you feel special, and parking is a pain when busy and not arriving by water!! ;)

    (4)

  • Jim C.

    This is a wonderful place to dine outdoors under the oak trees and lights on a giant deck overlooking the water. Go before dark and watch the sunset over the water. Atmosphere can't be beat. Also have an oyster bar on the far end that you won't know is there unless you go look for it.

    (5)

  • Andy C.

    This is the ultimate in Florida dining. Great seafood, great view, great service. If you are in the area, don't miss out. It is worth the wait. Hang at the bar and try to get there for sunset. It is never too hot to sit outside.

    (5)

  • Kay B.

    Went with my 4 sisters and 3 nieces on our annual get together ( we travel all over). It was extraordinary! I had the peel and eat shrimp, she crab soup and the kale salad! The salad was extra delicious! Fun atmosphere!

    (5)

  • Gema O.

    Great food! Super fresh fish, with a great view. Loves the fresh oysters and fish dips. We will definitely be returning.;)

    (4)

  • Louis H.

    We at at Caps tonight. There was nothing bad about the food but there was nothing great about it either. The waiter told us the oysters were gulf oysters, and they were not that great; just not much flavor. I had the she-crab soup which was good. My wife had fried shrimp which was good but not great. This was seafood like I would find at a seafood joint in Atlanta; not the Atlantic coast. Our bill for 2 appetizers and one entree came out to 65 dollars which brings me to the main downside to this restaurant - the price. They did few fish varieties on the fresh catch board; so maybe we chose the wrong items. Another upside was the view over the Inter-coastal waterway. Take a hard look at the menu online before choosing this restaurant or you can get yourself into a seriously high bill.

    (2)

  • Rick J.

    Great evening with great fish. Trigger and grouper were not to be beat....unfortunatley rain drove us indoors..but we enjoyed the meal and the Key Lime pie for dessert... Later that week I learned that Trigger was out of season.. so the question is was it frozen or a substitute fish such as tripple tail????? at these prices i expect fresh ONLY....whats up Caps?

    (4)

  • Chris L.

    My favorite place for dinner in St Augustine. I recommend coming to sit on the water and watch the sunset for the full experience. The food and service was great. It is a little pricier but you get what you pay for. I recommend the vanilla grouper.

    (5)

  • Jerry D.

    Great location (i.e. View), good food and an excellent wine list at the best prices in Florida. Everyone knows what I just said, so come early, or bring a good book.

    (5)

  • Terry N.

    Went there for the first time in 15 years ( since the old party days) with my family and friends for a b-day party. They were able to accommodate our party of 17. The place has grown and is still very beautiful. The prices on the menu have grown as well. Be prepared to spend over $100 for a decent dinner.. The food was all great and we tried a plethora of the menu. I had hoped at this price range the staff would have been more attentive, but the place was busy. River front (inter-coastal front) dinning at its best for sure!

    (4)

  • Stacie S.

    This is classic old Florida. The food is ok but the atmosphere is over the top. Sit outside under the oak trees on the water. This is no place to hurry or expect gourmet. Have a glass of wine and enjoy the surroundings

    (4)

  • Brian S.

    My favorite place. We drive hours to get to our vacation home and drop our bags and head straight here. Staff is friendly and helpful. Food is good, but the view and sunsets are fantastic. If less than 4 people head to the outside oyster bar area for full service. Otherwise put your name on the wait list and grab drinks and walk out on the dock. At low tide children will love playing on the small beach and climbing trees. Great place for all ages. We end up going back several nights a week for drinks, apps, dinner or just a keylime cup when down here. Truly vacation starts when we get to Caps.

    (5)

  • Cassandra W.

    We came here based on a recommendation, and we're glad we did! We came on a Friday, but since it was lunchtime rather than dinner, we didn't even have to wait to be seated. We were put at a table on the deck overlooking the water. Normally we would have really appreciated that; however, it was very cloudy with a cold breeze blowing (not typical mid-April weather), so we asked to be moved inside. We were still by a window to see the view. Summer was our waitress, and she really stayed on top of our needs. We had heard about the vanilla grouper. It's normally a dinner-only item, but Summer asked the kitchen staff if they'd be willing to make an exception for my husband, and they said they would. I got the blackened mahi tacos, and I loved how they had fresh cilantro on them since so many places don't do that. I asked my waitress if they had any pico de gallo since I liked my food to have a little kick, and she recommended this sweet chili sauce they had. It turned out to make a great taco even better! The food all tasted so fresh, and you could tell much, if not all, was made from fresh rather than canned/frozen fare. My husband ended up dumping part of my red chili sauce on his grouper and liking it even better that way. The deep-fried spinach is a bit odd, as it's kind of like dining on air. Be prepared, as the prices are a bit on the high side for lunch. Since the grouper was a dinner item, it was $26 (yikes!), the price you might expect to pay some places for a steak! But we were very pleased with the quality of the food as well as the overall dining experience, so we will definitely be back at some point when we visit St Augustine again. I do feel that they need to do a good cleaning of the outdoor seating area. The outside walls and deck could use a good power washing. Due to the outdoor cleanliness issue and the high prices, my rating is four stars, but if they clean it up and lower their prices a tad, I'd be glad to elevate them to a five. Worth trying regardless.

    (4)

  • Eileen M.

    I can't really write a decent review....it was a cold raw evening and I was not enjoying myself. The food was good the presentation was nice but small portions.

    (3)

  • Joshua B.

    My significant other surprised me with dinner for my birthday, at this wonderful restaurant. What a treat this was, as we began with an appetizer of gator tail. For a first timer having those, all I can say is wow. Then for my entrée, I had the "Penne Rockefeller". Not only was the food great, but the setting in which the restaurant lies, is a wonder to behold. Anyone on vacation in the area, who's looking for a truly unique dining experience, would be doing themselves a disservice not checking this place out. Highly recommend.

    (5)

  • Jason B.

    Excellent atmosphere with a nice sand beach the kids can play on, my son actually caught a crab! The decks are done wonderfully and give a very casual beachy laid back atmosphere. The river view is fantastic and if you are there for sunset it is even better. Come by boost and enjoy it all! The drinks are all poured well and tasty great and the food is some of the best in the area. This is a must go place and my default when friends and family come to town.

    (5)

  • R L.

    First i recommend to do valet parking. I do not recommend Fish Dip as its terrible for a starter. If only this fish dip did not have overcooked fish that came out of a can. Main course i had was nice. Sit outdoors by water and make sure you put on insect repellant. Restaurant was busy even after hour meal. Sit in back by the bar, less busy with people traffic.

    (4)

  • Ashleigh W.

    The calamari and raw oysters were great. Service was slow - from the start through the very end. We had a party of 6 with no special orders. This place was highly recommended and could have been really good (especially with the location) but they need more focus on timing and the customers. Probably won't go back but if we did it would be with a smaller party and for lunch instead of dinner.

    (3)

  • Collete D.

    Your menu's are dirty and outdated. The photos are cheesy and pixelated and the menus are sticky and gross. For the amount you charge for your food, someone needs take charge of this very important, crucial aspect of your business. Your food is not being honored in any serious way, and if I were your Chef/GM/KM, I would be livid over this. What's with the photo of the child with a messy face? The food speaks for itself, skip the Applebee's photo section. It's unnecessary and antiquated. They are also so beat up...I literally did not want to touch mine, I had to peel the inside from one page to the next from stickiness. If they are in production, have your staff wipe the current ones down on a regular basis, I saw PLENTY of them standing around behind the bar not doing much. I understand that laminated menus can do this sometimes, but it looks like the menu has not be revamped in quite some time. You can have paper menus inserted into sleeves that the staff can wipe down as part of daily side work. The dirty "book" we were handed MUST GO. The menu is an INSULT to the food.

    (3)

  • Chris S.

    A rare 5 star from me. Great food. Great atmosphere. Great service. Great for a special celebration, or just a leasurly afternoon lunch. You could spend the day here jsut rlaxing and having a few drinks by the water. A rare case of a waterfront place actually having good food. I guess it being a hidden treasure and not a tourist trap is the reason.

    (5)

  • Laura K.

    Food was as good as Outback Steakhouse. Nothing outrageously great or unique for what you pay. Not all fish was local which was disappointing. Highly overpriced, you're paying for the beautiful beach atmosphere so I recommend you eat outdoors to get your money's worth! Half glass of okay wine is $9.99. The service was great and so was the sunset view. If we ate indoors I'd probably feel like a ripped off tourist right now! 3 stars for service and atmosphere.

    (3)

  • Jeff B.

    Very good, extremely fresh food, great service, an amazing dessert on a fantastic deck on the river. The fish selections were all very fresh and well prepared. For dessert we had the Key Lime Pie, which I had overhead someone at a nearby table say they dreamed about. I understood why after we tried it.

    (4)

  • Matt M.

    Okay, this meets all my qualities for a five star restaurant. Great food, great service, great atmosphere, great wine list and really a unique setting, first off, if you have never been to Cap's, it is a little hard to find. The best tip I can give you is to "look for the castle", then follow the signs. Dress is not formal and you will see men with jackets and men in shorts and sandals. The night we went, it was rather cool outside, but no worries as they had outdoor heaters going and it was very comfortable. The kids, and there were a lot of kids, seemed to enjoy being outside, climbing a few trees by the water and wandering around on the dock. While it was very busy, They guessed our wait time to be an hour, but we were seated in about 15 minutes. Normally when I eat out I like to try different menu items on each visit, however here is one of my exceptions. I always get the Vanilla Grouper and I always ear every bite. Tonight was no exception. My mother really enjoyed the Oysters Rockefeller and my son the fried shrimp, while one of my daughters really loved the shrimp and penne pasta while my six year old just did not like her kids fried shrimp. She proclaimed that next time she would get the pasta too! We were all too full for dessert. Service was good although it was not great, but in the past my servers have been excellent. I just either caught the wrong server or caught her on a bad night. My only complaint was that I like sweet tea and they kept bringing me unsweetened tea, it happened at least four times, but quite frankly it did not bother me and each time they corrected it quickly. I first started coming here 20 years ago and sometimes forget about it as I try newer retardants, but this is a place to come back to when you want a great dinner. Very date friendly, but also kid friendly, if you cannot find a sitter.

    (5)

  • Suzanne L.

    Excellent food and service! Highly recommend! We loved the fresh fish choices and the variety of the menu. Will definitely go back!!

    (5)

  • Kay O.

    Tried caps tonight for the first time. Parking is awful. Deep sand so my husband spent first half hour helping someone out because valets didn't seem to care about helping the guy out. The atmosphere is great. Nice views. We were told 30-40 min wait. We were seated in 12 min. I had she crab soup which I normally love but it was not good. Very plain and a strong sherry aftertaste. Then I had the crab Louie salad - again the crab had a weird taste. My husband got the NY strip. It was ok. A little overlooked but still good. I don't think I would choose to come again.

    (3)

  • Shannon G.

    Very romantic setting. Be prepared for a little wait. A little pricy but good food. The shrimp is better in South Florida.

    (4)

  • Brad K.

    6 years plus going to CAP's Every visit in last 2 years, CAPs is steadily going downhill. Food prices rising slowly, plate size portions shrinking Biggest issue we had this last visit was food quality. Service was average at best. Getting the feeling that they feel the location will keep customers coming over the food, service and quality. It's a GREAT location. Hoping things improve, as this place is a neat, relaxing restaurant. No Canadian oysters please ! Was able to find Texas oysters in Tampa at Crabby Bills the week after we visited CAPs.

    (2)

  • Patty G.

    What a gorgeous restaurant. The outdoor seating is enchanting, romantic, and all kinds of beautiful. The trees, the twinkling lights, the view of the bay. It was just spectacular. We went on a Saturday night and oh boy... the wait. We waited about an hour. I was blown away by the amount of people at this place. The parking lot was completely full! That alone says something (good!). The items on the menu were original and varied. I was going to try the Vanilla Grouper but something about 'vanilla' just didn't seem right. However, I was totally wrong. My friend had that plate and loved it. I had the Ragin' Crackin Grouper because it came with a side of Risotto. I was looking forward to a great risotto and was HIGHLY disappointed (thus, the 4 star rating). The grouper was fantastic but I couldn't even touch the risotto. I usually am not a picky eater... I usually eat whatever is on my plate, even if I'm not in love with it. This risotto however, I just couldn't stomach. The rice seemed undercooked but worse so, the flavoring was awful. On the other hand, the appetizers we had were amazing (Cheese Platter and Beef Tips). Service was pretty good but after we were served I couldn't see our waitress anywhere to let her know about the risotto--and I wish I had had the chance to order another side. I was disappointed with my meal but my husband's Coconut Curry Shrimp was out of this world.

    (4)

  • Dave W.

    Location, location, location ... Time your visit to sit outside and watch the sunset. Watching the sunset over the Intercoastal was amazing! The food is good, but not great. We started with Gumbo and She Crab soup, both were pretty good. Entrees consisted of Glazed Salmon along with Blackened catch of the day as well as Seared catch of the day. The blackened entree was excellent, just wish I could remember the type of fish. Prices are a little high, but the setting is worth it and the food wasn't bad at all. Worth another try and it's not far from the Jax Beach area so it's an easy drive.

    (4)

  • Darcy G.

    A rare bit of non-touristy Florida charm with tastes that match the spectacular sunset views.

    (5)

  • Michael B.

    Awesome atmosphere. We sat outside and it was beautiful. Pricey but the portions are huge. Food was above average.

    (4)

  • Jessica L.

    Good food. Great atmosphere/ setting. Nice service. Very friendly wait staff. The eggplant stack was nicely done. The shrimp tacos grilled and the blackened were very yummy.

    (4)

  • Brad M.

    Wish I could give this resturaunt Negative stars. Terrible Service and horrible food. Ordered a burger well done and it came out practically still mooing. They replaced the burger an hour after taking the first. Then it came back burnt. I noticed many people were drinking here. The food is AWFUL and overpriced! Do not go here unless you like to drink. I think people there were so drunk they couldn't taste the food. Don't do it to yourself if you're a food lover. Great view, terrible service, and even worse food.

    (1)

  • Blaire B.

    Love, love, LOVED this place. This restaurant is on some sort of river (sorry my FL geography is very poor) and it is almost entirely outside, under the shade of some gorgeous old trees. SUPER CUTE. I'll bet at night this place is pretty damn romantic, with all the trees being lit up. The food was delicious. We started with oysters that came with the usual fixins but also a "champagne mignonette" that was heavenly on the oysters. Next we shared the She Crab soup., which was actually fairly disappointing. I ordered the blackened scallop appetizer for my entree. SO GOOD. The calamari salad that came with it was amazing as well. The man had the crab cake, which he said was one of the best he has ever had and this one knows his seafood. We also had some frozen tropical drinks that were delicious and wonderfully presented. Service was stellar as well. We actually arrived about 30 min. before their official opening time, but rather than making us wait in the car they were nice enough to seat us and serve us drinks. You would think that would be a no-brainer, but you'd be surprised how many restaurants forget that the customer is usually right.

    (5)

  • Ben G.

    II can't recall a more breathtaking water view at any other restaurant I have visited. You get that... I'm on "Gilligan's Island" feeling. Sadly, the wait staff was friendly and quick. I say sadly because this is the kind of place you never want to leave. My wife ordered the linguine and clams. It was served with about a dozen fresh clams still in the shell. Oddly enough the sauce contained onions and carrots that were slightly under done. Onions and carrots in linguine and clams? Nevertheless she still enjoyed the dish. I decided on the Jambalaya which was very good but not on par with New Orleans. Food wise, nothing is on par with New Orleans although Charleston comes close. Prices are in the three star range which seems fair. What got me was the appetizers were only a buck or two lower in price then the entrée. Bottom line - I'd go here again even if they only served warm lettuce sandwiches.

    (4)

  • Chely H.

    One of my favorites! Great location, people and food! You can come by boat, bike or car. Beautiful views, the eating areas and everything about this place is perfect. I am never disappointed. If you have a chance to dine here it's definitely a must!

    (5)

  • Vinny G.

    This was our first time at Cap's and we were very happy with the food, service and beach atmosphere. The fish was fresh, and you eat overlooking the inter-coastal. What's not to like? My wife had the shrimp tacos ($13), and it was one of her favorites. I had the calamari salad ($15) which had tons of baby roasted calamari with an interesting ginger dressing. Greens were crisp. The oysters were good but pricey ($12 for a half dozen Chesapeake) and not up to the rest of the meal. Drink prices were fair around $5-6 for beers, and the service was friendly. Overall, a really nice place for a meal.

    (4)

  • Samantha C.

    Every trip to visit my MIL requires a dinner or lunch at Caps (if I had it my way it would be every meal). We've been going there once or more a year, visiting from the mid-west. We are foodies and LOVE LOVE LOVE Caps. The Vanilla Grouper is to die for. So is the Sesame Seared Tuna. Seating outside on the Inter-coastal is fabulous. They have wonderful oysters too. I wish I visited Florida more often just so I could go to Caps. I really love the Spanish moss dripping from the trees, miss the old tire swing my teen used to play on when she was little. My death row last meal would be from Caps. (morbid I know) Please please please never ever close down, I'd absolutely die.

    (5)

  • Gaby S.

    If you are looking for a place to enjoy the St. Augustine coast and the great food, then this is it. The views are spectacular. Try to be there by sunset because the view will just amaze you. As per the food, well it is good. The appetizers were delicious. We ordered the lobster bites, oysters on the shell, and the fish dip. All of three were superb and would definitely order again. But the main entrees were just ok. I ordered the trigerfish blackened and it came with rice, plantains, and red beans (weird seafood sides if you asked me). The kitchen blackened my fish a little too much. I would even say that one side was a on the edge of being burned. My boyfriend ordered the crabby flounder. The crab cakes were delicious but the fried flounder was ok. The biggest disappointment was the service. We had a party of 10 and they sat us on the tables that was clearly for 8 people max. The waitress barely gave us any service. She took the drink order for one side of the table, but not the other. She also forgot the drink orders of two people. It was just not what I was expecting for service. But, to be fair, we did go on a saturday night. The place was jammed with people. I would definitely go back. I would ask for my fish to be grilled, too see how they cook it, and I would try to make it before dinner rush hour, to really experience the service.

    (4)

  • Mike B.

    Great view, nice deck and very relaxing. As far as the food, it was ok. I would say if you are going there make sure it is a nice day and just sit outside and have a drink and the rest will come. None of the food blew me away, but it wasn't bad either. I would go back for the scene though.

    (4)

  • Tim K.

    Went on a friend's recommendation and was glad I did. Nice view. Great food and good service. A bit out of the way but worth it.

    (4)

  • Nathan U.

    Nice secluded seafood restaurant sort of "off the beaten path" but with a very nice view of the inter coastal waterway. The restaurant has a wooden dock the extends out from an outdoor seating area that allows a beautiful view of the water while you eat. The day I visited was chilly out, so we ate in an indoor partion that was heated, but still had a great view. I ordered the fish nuggets with a house salad as a substitution for the fries. The "nuggets" were actually more like three or four good size Haddock filets. The batter was fantastic, and the taste..... Yumm! The salad was a nice mixed greens where the vinagrette was tossed in with the salad prior to serving which I prefer. Great food with a great view. Highly reccomend. Service is very good as well.

    (5)

  • Warren M.

    Came here the other evening with my girlfriend and another friend for dinner, as we were vacationing in the St. Augustine area, and the restaurant had been recommended to us by my girlfriend's coworker. The wait was around twenty minutes which was not bad, and we sat at the outdoor bar as we awaited our table. The view at sunset was amazing, and our table could not have been in a better location. My girlfriend got the Ahi Tuna, and I ordered the Panko grouper ($30 for an 8 oz. serving). While eating my grouper, I could not determine whether it was the most bland grouper I'd ever had, or whether it was even grouper at all. Both my girlfriend and my friend tasted it as well, and we all concurred that it did not taste like grouper. After bringing it to our waitresses's attention, she stated that she would take the fish back to the kitchen for inspection, and returned about five minutes later stating that her manager had inspected the fish and that it was indeed grouper. The waitress commented that she was sorry I did not enjoy the meal, and offered to bring me something else, though I declined. Everyone else's meal was prepared well, and the presentation on each of the meals was nice. I've had grouper in many restaurants and prepared it myself, and I've never eaten any as bland (or expensive) as that which I ordered at Caps. The view is great, drinks are good, and everything aside from my fish was fine, three stars for my fish.

    (3)

  • Ms. T.

    I loved the view since it sits by the water and has deck dining with heaters for cold nights. Service was okay. I can totally see myself relaxing and having a drink on the deck while watching the fishermen fishing. I tried their deep fried gator tails and although the gator itself was okay, I thought it to be greasier than I would have liked. I love beets so was happy to know they had a beet salad only to find that, the beets tasted like it came out of a can. :( Had their gumbo and thought it was just okay. If I'm ever in the neighborhood I would definitely return just for the ambiance and view.

    (3)

  • Cameron G.

    I ate here twice and both times were well worth it. The restaurant might be one of the most beautiful places I've ever dined in. The food was fantastic, but, given the atmosphere, it didn't have to be amazing for me to have left happy. I was pleased to see that there was a vegetarian option or two; sometimes restaurants this fancy have almost nothing.

    (5)

  • Nina G.

    We didn't feel like waiting for a table so we sat at the bar outside. The service was great for the volume of ppl there, and the food was great. We got the smoked fish dip which wasn't our favorite - the server/bartender offered to take it off our tab! Thank u!! The atmosphere was really relaxed and chill. Good place to have some apps and beer while watching the jet skis pass by.

    (4)

  • Geoffrey P.

    Our favorite sea food restaurant of all time!! Great food, fantastic views. Sitting right on the water, you couldn't ask for anything more. Except for shorter wait times during the weekend :). Try to show up for an early dinner or lunch. If you get there at 7pm expect to wait.

    (5)

  • Kim C.

    We went to Cap's for the first time Saturday night, and were so hooked that we rode the motorcycle down the next day to sit at the outside tiki bar for lunch! Amazing views and we felt like we were on vacation even though we were only 40 minutes from home. I had the honey rosemary glazed salmon with port cranberry reduction served over wilted spinach and my boyfriend had the fried shrimp. I loved the salmon so much that I wanted to lick the plate, but I refrained; my man loved his fried shrimp as well. Sunday turned out to be a gorgeous day, so we decided to ride the Harley down and sit at the tiki bar for lunch. We shared the calamari, and we found it to be tough and chewy, but the 2 dipping sauces were delicious (miso sauce and spicy chili sauce); we had the blackened shrimp tacos with a side of sweet & sour cucumbers, and both of those dishes were delicious. The shrimp was perfectly cooked and the size of the taco was enough that one filled me up. The service was perfect Saturday night (thanks, Kristin), and we had good service by several bartenders at the tiki bar on Sunday, even though every one of them seemed rushed and stressed out, and seemed to be tripping over each other. I've read several comments that the food is pricey, but I didn't think it was, and was thinking those folks must not get out much. We will definitely be returning to Cap's!

    (4)

  • Tuck S.

    Just back from our first trip to Cap's On the Water. Can't say enough about this really great restaurant. We waited about 20 minutes for a table (they don't take reservations) by hanging out at the outdoor bar. We choose a outdoor table for the meal and the service excellent. Our waiter described the various specials and I decided on Panco TiggerFish, served over mashed potatoes. Fantastic! Others at the table had Salmon, a fish pasta dish and one brave soul had a whole flounder pan fried. All was delicious. And one last point, the water views from our table were incredible. Go and enjoy.

    (4)

  • Lizzy C.

    We live closer to downtown Jacksonville, so I was less than thrilled to drive an hour to a restaurant. My friends promised me it would be worth it, and they were right! Such a beautiful location. We arrived at sunset & the scenery was so glorious it looked like it could've been painted in a picture. The seating is mainly outdoors on a huge deck with old oak trees overlooking the water. We sipped drinks from the tiki bar while we waited on the dock for our table. We had a party of 12 & waited about 45 minutes on a Friday night...pretty standard in my book. The service was quick & attentive & I liked that they served bread to munch on. I ordered a glass of pinot noir (a little expensive $9) & shared the blackened mahi mahi with plantains and orzo. We also had a side of asparagus. It was plenty of food & it was sooooo delicious. The fish was flaky, fresh & well seasoned. The only down side to this restaurant are the prices. Our dish was listed at "market price" and turned about to be around $30. Well, worth it, but wont be able to eat here frequently.

    (5)

  • Alicia T.

    My whole family loved this restaurant. We sat outside in the evening and the weather was perfect! It was beautiful and relaxing after a long day traveling. The Crispy Flounder was delicious! The Clams Linguine and Seafood Pasta were also wonderful! Dessert was so tempting we had to share some. The Key Lime cup and Dulce de Leche did not disappoint. Both were great!

    (5)

  • Art S.

    Tonight we celebrated my mom's birthday at Cap's, and the reaction from those attending was that of unanimous praise. Five attendees all ordered a different seafood selection, and all five attendees found their dish to be fresh and delicious. Liz, our waitress, was sweet, attentive, and patient. She never once flinched or made a face at my mom's embarrassing, repeated photo requests. The atmosphere was lovely, but unfortunately windy and cold weather prevented the outdoor from being available. Despite missing out on one of Cap's top attractions, it still earned its five stars. I can only imagine how spectacular the atmosphere is in the summer months and sunset hours. I ordered the Mediterranean Seafood Pasta. Perfect variety of seafood, flavorful sauce that didn't try to steal the show, and perfectly cooked pasta.

    (5)

  • Mary W.

    What could be better. A great sunset over the beautiful intercostal water, great good and excellent service. This is the place to eat!

    (5)

  • Jackie S.

    Awesome place. Scenery is great and food was yummy. Seafood tasted fresh and salad dressings were simple and tasty. Would go back!

    (5)

  • Thomas W.

    Gumbo... Good Vilano shrimp .... Just a bit spicy Crab cakes ... Delicious Great service! Loved the sunset ambiance with strings of lights throughout the trees on the deck.

    (4)

  • Sherrie V.

    I'd give them 4 or 5 stars but this past time they provided terrible service and there was virtually no gluten free items available and I was given a salad with toast stuck in it. By the time I got my a replacement everyone was almost finished. The manager and staff could have cared less. Disappointing to say the least.

    (1)

  • Jimmy T.

    Beautiful setting on the water, calming outdoor setting, fantastic food and great service. A perfect stop on the way back north from St. Augustine.

    (4)

  • Michael M.

    Great restaurant... Seared Mahi.. Yum! Margaritas puro homeade... Would have been 6 stars, if it weren't for the storms rolling in, but ambiance cannot be predicted.... Don't pass this chance up.. Coming from JAX? The ride down A1A nearly makes the trip, and that's before the meal!

    (5)

  • Randy B.

    A must go to place at least once a year if you're local, and a must visit while you in town if you're near here for a few days. Worth the wait for a table with a view for the sunset. Predictable good dishes like the vanilla grouper...we've always been pleased with the food. It's the combination of food and location that brings everyone back again and again.

    (4)

  • Leslie C.

    I will NEVER go back here again. My last two visits were horrible. I had been here several time before and went with my boyfriend for dinner. Our food and service was bad, but I allow for one off night. The next time I went back, I had my team from work with me, 7 in all. We asked for a larger table by the water, arriving around 7:30 and the place was not even half full. They explained that they still might get a larger party and needed to hold that table even though their was another large table back from the water. We ordered and our waiter was horrible. Drinks came at different times. Our appetizers came out wrong and our water brought side dishes out with appetizers saying he though we might like them early? They never cleared anything off the table. We were eating with dirty plates pilled up in the middle! Our steaks were all sent back three times with the manager, yes the manager finally coming out and saying he didn't know what we expected...Well I expect my medium rare steak that is costing me $30 not to come out like shoe leather. After that even our waiter would not come back to our table. I had to track him down to get our bill. They did give me a $20 credit, not even enough to cover one uneaten steak of three...on a $750 bill. THe view is amazing, drinks maybe for the view but avoid this place for dinner!

    (1)

  • Tea B.

    Very friendly wait staff. It started to rain when we were on the deck getting ready to order and we grabbed our table and chairs and carried it underneath the covered deck area. Fun but a little chaotic. Chardonnay is must!!

    (4)

  • Mike S.

    Others have said it, great food, best atmosphere on the water(gotta sit outside under the white twinkle lights), and just great greatness! Pork belly=awesome. Fried fish app=freshest fried item I can recall ever having. A whole wine bottle for...like $18?! Is this the year 2012? or 1981- the last time I went to a restaurant and got a bottle for less than $25-and even that is a lie, I wasn't born yet! Loved everything, next time I'll make sure to get a fresh fish entree bc friends have said it was some of the best fish they've ever eaten....I just can't say no to a pork belly damnit!

    (5)

  • Jasmina T.

    I was soo looking forward to this place. Wanted to sit down, enjoy the food and watch the sunset. However, my experience was totally opposite. It was a Thursday night, the wait was 45 minutes and we ended up sitting somewhere in the back next to the restrooms. Food was ok. About 6 gator bites for $11.99. Goat cheese eggplant stack was stuffed with so much goat cheese that it took away all the other flavors and you just could not enjoy eating it. They are so busy that they just don't care (I guess) and don't have time to take care of their customers. This is just my experience!

    (1)

  • Athena B.

    Amazing view. Amazing service, which was not rushed at all however very attentive. The bottle of wine we chose was great and reasonably priced. I ordered the Atlantic Salmon and my boyfriend ordered the Mahi. Both were absolutely tasteful and delicious. We love this restaurant and recommend it to anyone!

    (5)

  • June G.

    First I'll say the entire experience is probably much better in warmer weather. We visit the area in late January and tried to visit the restaurant last year but it was closed for renovations. This year we visited on its fourth day open after a three week hiatus. Ok fine. The best part of our experience was the overly long (45 mins) wait in the bar. The bar tenders were awesome and the environment was lively. Once we were seated we waited 15 minutes before my husband asked the server at the next table to find out how we could get a server. The guy was very good to us, he brought us our drink order and took the time to take our food order. We weren't his table but ended up serving us for the evening. I should say- he took our order, brought our drinks and our bill-- other than that- the place has TOO MANY people working the tables. It s not personal AT ALL. Ok so how was the food? It was ok. I'm not a huge seafood fan so probably not the best to ask-- however, the chicken gnocchi was good. A lot of chicken, not much gnocchi. Very flavorful though. The beat salad was perfect. The seafood trio that my husband had was just that a fried seafood trio. Nothing special. The she crab soup was special however. We'll go back to give another chance. They need to work their server sections a bit differently to ensure customers don't get lost in the shuffle -- never cool on a busy night. The overall experience was good-- the service needs to be better in order for the experience to be great. It's the managements' duty to fix it.

    (3)

  • Amanda G.

    It's rare to find a restaurant that has great food, unbeatable atmosphere, friendly/helpful staff, and reasonable prices... Cap's On the Water is one of those rare exceptions! This is a great place to bring visitors from out of town, go on a date, or celebrate a special occasion. The water, large trees, twinkling lights, and view of St Augustine makes this place a truly unique experience! I have eaten here a few times and was very happy with my order every time. The menu is large and contains a lot of creative choices, along with favorites for those who are not daring! When planning to visit Cap's (any night of the week) be prepared to wait for a table if you did not make a reservation. I have waited as long as 30 minutes on a Monday night. This place is worth the wait!

    (5)

  • Pat B.

    This was our last meal while in St. Augustine. Worth the wait. The view is fantastic, the food is spectacular. I had the herb crusted salmon. Yummy!!!! Very good. Love this restaurant and will most def go back whenever we go back to St. Augustine! check out my pics of Caps on the Water on my instagram.........tnpbrowning!

    (5)

  • Jamie C.

    This place is heaven on earth. Ok so maybe im exaggerating a little but really just a little. What a delightful hidden treasure that we discovered during our trip to St. Augustine. The view is breathtaking, you have to go at sunset, its right on the water covered with beautiful trees with spanish moss hanging from them. Its romantic, relaxing, fun, beautiful, delicious, all rolled into one. GO you will not regret it. The food is delicious, great service, and so many options to choose from something for everyone. you will love it. If I ever win the lottery I will buy this place, and live here. Enough said.

    (5)

  • Tracey A.

    Outstanding. Outstanding. Outstanding. There's a reason we go to this place every single time we are in Jacksonville / Jax Beach. Perfect setting. Incredible service. Unbelievable food. Go for the ideal night outside beside the water or set at the bar inside. Chances are you'll leave with new friends. It's a big place but plan to wait a bit for a table on a high traffic night. Trust me, it's worth the wait. And ladies, bring your flip flops to walk in and keep your nice shoes tucked in your bag until you get inside. Ha... It is an ol' fashion dirt parking lot. But I promise, the parking lot doesn't even make me flinch. I'm too busy thinking about the food!

    (5)

  • John B.

    Had dinner last night and the Grouper was great - as was the service. I loved eating by the water - got to watch a dolphin swim by. I give it 5 stars.

    (5)

  • Fat T.

    We ordered, almost all the apps on the menu. On average they were 4/5 Stars. The "herb" butter for their fresh baked bread was popular at the table. I got the Vanilla Grouper and was fantastic. If you are reading this on your smartphone deciding what fish to get, get the vanilla grouper.

    (5)

  • Caroline M.

    I adore this restaurant. I went here for my birthday and was pleasantly surprised. The atmosphere was romantic and yet festive. The trees were wrapped with fairy lights. The service was immaculate. Our server was friendly, attentive, helpful and had a very warm personality. If you do not make a reservation, expect a bit of a wait. However, how tortuous is it to wait out on a dock lined with bench seating, enjoying a cool breeze and gazing out onto the sparkling water? My friend got the Seasame Seared Ahi Tuna. He splurged and got the fresh Ahi Tuna that was flown directly from Hawaii overnight. He was overwhelmed with how good it was. My friend has decided that after trying the Ahi Tuna at Cap's on the Water, anywhere else would just be a disappointment. I greatly enjoyed the Stilton Salad and Goat Cheese Eggplant Stack. Sit outside! You will not regret it. Try to be there for sunset. The view will take your breath away.

    (5)

  • Gary H.

    This was a "Mini Anniversary" for Nancy and I ...place at sunset is wonderful and got there early..... Got seated but, drinks were slow getting to us sitting outside. Once, we got our wait person he provided menus and gave specials and recommendations...... We ordered appetizers.......and waited...20min... Asked a passing server....then 10min later it came. It was great ....then 15min.....to get another server to take our order.........30min later we got our dinners delivered by someone new again..... However, Nancy had a beautiful, Grouper plate and I had the Mediterranean Seafood platter which was Outstanding. Then our original server came to collect the check...... I felt that it did not have any charm or communication going on ..... Oh, we'll the seafood was "GREAT"

    (5)

  • Kevin O.

    This place came highly reviewed but i was underwhelmed. The service was ok. the food was ok. the prices weren't too high. i dunno. I wouldn't suggest it to anyone but it wouldn't tell anyone to avoid it

    (3)

  • Rachel P.

    Beautiful view, excellent seafood, what more could you ask for? For them to actually take reservations would be nice! They told us 45 min. we waited over an hour and a half for a table, but it was well worth it. I would suggest if there are only 2 of you, sit at the oyster bar, or regular bar and don't wait. I know everyone says to go early, but if you go too early, you are going to have a heatstroke, but if you wait until 7-8, be prepared to wait awhile for a table...We got a few drinks and sat outside and enjoyed the sunset. Don't go hungry with a party bigger than 2, and wait as long as we did, not a good idea :/ The snow crab legs were wonderful and so was the Caps salad. Everyone else in my party got the Vanilla Grouper and LOVED it. I wasn't a fan at all. It tasted like one large rice cake to me.

    (4)

  • Jeffrey J.

    Found this place by accident and we're glad we did. Great fresh fish but the atmosphere was even better. This sevice was a bit spotty but acceptable. , that's the only reason for not rating it 5 stars.

    (4)

  • Monica S.

    Caps on the water is a great place to eat. Several of their dishes are really outside of the traditional seafood fare which is what a Foodie like myself, digs completely. Vanilla Grouper - As my Yelping friend Colleen says...(SWOON!) This dish came with a thick steak of grouper breaded with a really delicate vanilla bean sauce. All of this was place on a bed of fried spinach and mashed potatoes. Smoked Fish Dip - This was a good fish dip, but to be honest only a 3 on my rating scale. I have definitely had a better fish dip. BUT... The Calamari Vilano - Mmmmnnnn!!! This was MY kind of calamari! Flash fried tossed with olives and chili garlic. Yes indeed, delish! The fact that the calamari was served over some more of that tasty fried spinach was simply a bonus. Great food here at Caps for sure, but pricey in my book. Money being tighter these days that is the only reason I did not give Cap's a 5. It looks as if the Dinner menu is getting revamped. Perhaps some of Cap's menu items will go down in price. Note: Aunt Kate's which is about a quarter mile past Caps, is a little less eclectic in their menu items, but are a little less expensive could be a good alternative for the pocketbook conscious.

    (4)

  • marc H.

    Loved this place. A short drive across the bridge on A1A from downtown St. Augustine and worth the trip. Beautiful patio overlooking the bay with an unobstructed view of the sunset. And the food is great. Super fresh fish on the menu and a kids menu for the little ones. One of the best meals we had during our stay. They don't take reservations so get there early or you might have to wait an hour for a seat on the patio.

    (5)

  • LaDonna W.

    I got the shrimp, fish & crab cake combo, everything was 5 star except the crab cake I didn't like it at all. But the fish & shrimp were the best I had all week! Yummy! Great View! Very relaxing!

    (4)

  • Mark S.

    Great location, and its overrated because of that. The food is good and clean but it's a little pricey. It seems to me they need a good seafood menu other than vanilla grouper. But what do I know? :-) It was good, I would go back.

    (5)

  • Robbie C.

    This place is amazing! The outdoor ambiance on the water is worth it alone, but the food is also delicious. For the quality of food and it's location, the prices are reasonable. It is a must for the area!!

    (5)

  • Scott A.

    1st dinner in St Augustine. This place was great. We had Danial as a waiter and every aspect of the meal was good. We liked it so much that we planned on it to be our last meal before we headed home. I read on other posts that the are DOG FRIENDLY so we brought our little dog to eat on the outside deck by the bay. When we got their were were promptly told NO DOG ALLOWED! The drive is about 20 minutes to were we were staying. I asked for the manager and asked why does the web sites state dog friendly? Whoops not their web site but reviewer;s posts said they were. We took the dog back home and returned 1 hour later. Tim the manager bought us a round at the bar while we waited for a table to open and again we had a great meal. The stuffed Flounder YES YES YES, The Gumbo YES YES YES

    (5)

  • Paula S.

    We had been out fishing and decided to have dinner while in St. Augustines. Well... I don't like to sit at bar to eat BUT we went to bar for drinks and by time table was ready (which didn't take long at all) I wanted to eat at bar. People were so socialble and enjoyed conversations... The food... everything around me being served looked absolutey delicious and it didn't disapoint me. Had the spicy calamari ... Loved It... Then I had the Chicken Thai Salad for dinner. OMG !!! My bf had the flounder and it looked so moist and cooked to perfection. WE WILL BE BACK

    (4)

  • Frank C.

    The atmosphere is nice. Great spot for dinner with friends, family or a romantic night out with someone special. The servers were great, but food was just okay.

    (3)

  • Stacy H.

    Had dinner there last night. Made it there by dusk and it was well worth the short drive. My husband and I were celebrating our 1 year anniversary and we had Cap's recommended by other guests of our b&b. Lovely atmosphere and ambiance. I must agree that the food leaves something to be desired. My husband got the Vanilla grouper and he really enjoyed it, but didn't like his banana's foster cheesecake. The banana part came out cold, but he did like the cheesecake. I had the vegetarian special of mushroom and pine nut polenta cake and spinach. I would give it a 5 out of 10 because it was a bit dry and not much flavor. The she crab soup was very good though. I had the coconut cake and oddly enough that came out hot in a ramekin dish. The icing was melting and there was pineapple in it. It was pretty good but not what I was expecting at all. Our server was very nice and informative about the food. Overall it was a very nice evening. I left full and happy. Our bill was $70 and we didn't drink alcohol. The view is outstanding and it was a very nice evening to end our trip

    (4)

  • David E.

    Had the panko crusted trigger fish over parsnips and it was to die for. Nathan had the crab legs, tender and tasty. Eaten here many times over the last 8 years and I've never been dissatisfied. Always a perfect meal with great service. I recommend this place to everyone when in St Augustine. My absolute favorite!

    (5)

  • Joshua B.

    This place gets a 5 for the location and 2 for the food. Had the tempura tuna which was great and the ahi chimichurri which was cold with too much garlic. Very very disappointed.

    (3)

  • Clay K.

    You will never accidentally find this place, it's a tucked-away gem off the beaten path. Look for the castle tower, and you're almost there. Subtract a star if pelicans dive-bombing in the river outside your window bore you. Subtract a star if dolphins frolicking dockside are a bore. (if this is a bore to you, then you might be dead inside.) The ambiance: amazing. Check it out at dusk, just order a beer, and stare out the window for a while. If this place doesn't speak to you, then again I question the presence of a pulse. When you've finished with that beer, step back to the restroom for an adventure in itself. What a trendycool thing they've done there. Appetizers: gator tail with the special sauce. Heckyeah. She-crab soup: whoa-baby, it's good. Entrees: I scored a curry special here one night, and it was as good as most Thai I've had. Vanilla Grouper with fried spinach: I've tried to recreate this at home, and I just can't get it right. This dish, at first glance, doesn't seem like much. Oh what a mistaken idea that is, as it is fantastic. Sesame Seared Tuna: I order mine actually cooked through until the whole piece is hot, but it is served rare (sushi-grade). It's a big tuna steak, and as a personal preference, I like it warm. Macadamia Chicken: if you're not in the mood for seafood, this dish is outta-this-world. This place is 5-star fancypants dining in your flip-flops.

    (5)

  • Teresa H.

    Beautiful location in the Vilano Beach area. The food was very good, but a little overpriced. The service was very slow, we didn't have to wait for a table but it took about 10 minutes for someone to come to our table to ask if we had been helped. The server took our drink order and found out waiter for us. This place gets very busy so be prepared to wait or go at and off hour. We got there just past 4 on a Friday and were seated immediately. We will probably return on our next trip.

    (4)

  • Carl B.

    Outstanding location, good food, great value, perfect view (worst table is 3 tables off the water and very nice Gluten-free menu for Celiacs The view is amazing, wide variety on the menu (fish tacos amazing), servers friendly & fun and bar area just perfect Only issue is it is a very popular place to go and gets crowded, lunch lesson an issue but you'll miss the amazing sunset Must visit when in the area!

    (5)

  • Robert G.

    Outstanding. Love the bar! Hours melt away here. Try the oysters..

    (5)

  • Thomas H.

    The food is beyond excellent, the service superb, the setting has to be experienced to be believed. Finding this location took some doing (thank goodness for equipped with GPS) but it is well worth the effort. DO NOT MISS this dining event.

    (5)

  • Mary H.

    My husband and I had dinner here last night. What a wonderful meal. We had two appetizers, scallops and gator tail. Scallops were wonderful. The gator tail was not my favorite, but my husband loved it. I had Panko encrusted trigger fish on parsnip purée. It was delicious! But even more delicious was my husband's meal of crab cake stuffed flounder with shrimp. It was amazing. The fish was so well seasoned and cooked so well. The sauce...yum! Our waitress was very helpful and very attentive. We sat on the deck with the water and twinkle lights. Perfect setting. We enjoyed it so much we went over to the bar for an additional glass of wine. We would highly recommend this great restaurant!

    (5)

  • Matthew M.

    I'm somewhere between 4 and 5 stars. Food is good. Fish is fresh. Love the garlic oysters and the calamari salad. If available get the panko crusted trigger fish. Right on the water so good views. Plenty of outdoor seating with heaters in case it gets cold. When it gets dark the turn on some green lights in the water around the dock...kinda cool.

    (4)

  • Agnes A.

    Great place. Love to sit on the deck and have a meal and spend time looking at the water. Food is excellent. Love the oysters and shrimp and grits. Staff are very helpful and do not rush you. Plan to have my birthday dinner there

    (5)

  • DonPaul N.

    Dining at Caps is all about the ambiance. The restaurant is situated on the inter-coastal with outdoor seating among a canopy of twisted oak draped with Spanish moss. The view across the water is beautiful, and we watched the sun set on a balmy evening. As it got dark, the candles were lit and it was downright romantic. The staff was very kind and attentive, though it was difficult for me to figure out exactly who "our" waitress was. Favorite Dish: While the food was good, I would say that the ambiance is the main reason to go to Caps. I ordered a very unusual dish, which was horse radish encrusted grouper served with a vanilla cream sauce. It was interesting, and properly prepared, but just not to my taste (i think it was the vanilla cream sauce). Desert was delicious, a chocolate cake de leche with strawberries and whipped cream

    (3)

  • Emily H.

    A friend who owns a home in St. Augustine recommended that we have lunch here as soon as we came to town - so we did. After being sat rather immediately for having a party of 10, the waitress warmly greeted us. Caps sits right on the Inter-Coastal Highway with a landing strip directly across the water from the deck seating. She took our drink orders and left us to catch up and watch the Blue Angels go through their practice run. I order the fresh grouper fish tacos with the tomato and cucumber salad. The tacos were delicious but the tomato and cucumber salad was ok - the tomatoes and cucumbers were a little soggy as though they had been sitting in their juices for a while. I tried the fried plantains and those were absolutely delicious! If I return to St. Augustine, I would definitely return!

    (4)

  • Sha C.

    Try the seared tuna salad! Nice portion for Sunday lunch. Dinner menu at 4 pm. Super location, Pura steered us expertly to delicious choices. Chocolate pie is home made with slivered almonds. A large selection of beer bottled and on tap. Wonderful evening on the water.

    (5)

  • Sandra W.

    I've only enjoyed a beer here, twice. Nice relaxing atmosphere with sail boats and people to watch under the oaks, some of which grow through table tops. Off the. Eaten path, but quintessential Florida go, raise a glass to the good life.

    (5)

  • Willy C.

    Caps is a destination restaurant and a water-view experience. If you're concerned with the price of the food, skip it (the computation of the cost/price of shrimp in an earlier review is laughable - somebody needs a hug). Caps is for a special night out - a place to take any out-of-town visitors for a memorable time. Weather-permitting, definitely eat outside. Take your sunglasses because you'll be looking out over the water into the setting sun - part of the ambience, not a complaint. Food is terrific. Caps introduced me to Trigger Fish which is now my staple. Shecrab soup & chowders are very good. After appetizer, bread & main course I've never made it to dessert, so I can't comment. Take the kids - you can take them for a walk on the dock if they need a break. Terrific place & worth the trip.

    (5)

  • Dave S.

    This is a seafood restaurant with an exceptional outdoor atmosphere on the inter-coastal. The fish and sides are all gourmet with a fusion of St Auggy / California styles, but the atmosphere is really what this restaurant is all about. It's the best dining experience in north Florida on a nice evening. They don't take reservations so arrive early and try to get an outdoor table. The weekends are very crowded in the nice weather. In winter, the crowd thins out and they have big heater things to keep you warm on the deck. It's a bit pricy and a long drive from Jax beach but it's worth it if you have the coin and the time.

    (4)

  • Ted M.

    This was the best dinner of our trip to northern Florida with the Moschellas. The sign for the restaurant is on A1A so it doesn't appear to be a waterfront restaurant. The tables are set on the deck among live oaks with a view of the bay. Heaters were in use to take the Feb chill off us. Food was great, although Tony's flounder was a bit over the top. Save room for dessert as the coconut cake was a tasty and unique preparation.

    (5)

  • Lydia N.

    I really enjoyed myself at Cap's on the Water. I had the Sesame Tuna Taco in a hard taco shell and a side of fries. The Tuna was so nicely seared and paired with wasabi mayo. My husband got the calamari taco and really enjoyed it too. Yummy food paired with a great view. A must if you visit St Augustine.

    (4)

  • Dominic C.

    The atmosphere and food make Cap's a must do for the Vilano area. Fish is fresh and the food choices are original and seasoned well. Decent beer selection and lots of interesting cocktails. My only gripe is the lack of fans outside, even natural Floridians need a little help against the heat sometimes. Kinda pricey but definitely a great place for a splurge.

    (4)

  • Amanda J.

    Fish cooked to perfection with a great view! Worth the drive from st augustine, even the drive is pleasant. It's worth the wait for a table right on the water at sunset.

    (5)

  • Mike B.

    Daughter's HS graduation...had lunch planned at Caps, seven people, four siblings, two parents, one grandmother. Noon arrival, the place hadn't started picking up. My wife and I were stuck in traffic....the other five were at Caps. Caps refused to seat the five. My wife called the restaurant and asked for the manager, explained the celebration, explained that they wanted to start ordering drinks and apps, and that the grandmother had some health issues and would benefit from getting seated. Again, the place was almost empty. Manager was incredibly arrogant and refused to budge. Tried to reason with him one last time....we were 15 minutes out, that they would make MORE money as three of the siblings, who came home from college to attend, would be drinking and eating. Looking at about a $350 bill, and a nice tip for the server. He told us not to tell him how to run his business and go eat somewhere else "for all I care". We were furious., and directed the group to another restaurant. We have been to Caps many times over the years. Its is a great place to singles to meet, couples to mingle. The food has always been very inconsistent and too expensive. Bottom line...we're done and telling everyone we know. Obviously this place won't suffer due to location and as a watering hole. But, no more of my money will go there, both personal and business. What a jerk!

    (1)

  • Sam O.

    The oyster Rockefeller and garlic wine oysters are fabulous

    (5)

  • Melissa M.

    Can't say enough, love this place!!! Vanilla Grouper is wonderful, but get the vanilla sauce on the side as it's a little sweet and better used in moderation. Great oysters...trying the oyster eating contest! They don't take reservations so be prepared to wait, I'd suggest waiting at the outside bar with a cocktail and a dozen oysters.

    (5)

  • Ben F.

    Dinner on a Wednesday night in October was easy to get a great table on the water. The sunset while we had dinner, great ambiance. The 'trio' app was delicious. Dinners were great. The sesame tuna was almost too big. The staff was easy going and attentive. I would recommend this restaurant.

    (5)

  • Chris B.

    How this place earns 4 stars is beyond me. I've visited a number of times and well you get what you pay - kick ass location and ambiance with rather terrible food. Thankfully they have Intuition IPA on tap otherwise I'd be drowning in overcooked and maybe even microwaved mediocrity. Seriously, this place must earns its keep,on the out of state crowd that has never seen, never to mention eaten, anything from the sea. That said, stick to the in season locally caught fish, otherwise expect to drink heavily and hope you make it back to the A1A unscathed.

    (2)

  • David T.

    I will gladly go back! Went for lunch on a Saturday afternoon with no reservation and no wait. Got a cold pint with a fresh catch fish sandwich, cooked perfectly. Now if only I could be one of the cocky boat people that tie up to the dock instead of parking a car, it'd be perfect.

    (4)

  • Brian F.

    Fantastic view! Thought food was great! Had the calamari villano tacos with fried plantains. Excellent! 2 doz raw on the half shell as well.

    (4)

  • Jacki F.

    I love the atmosphere here!!!! Nothing better than eating good food on the water!

    (5)

  • Dena T.

    Great place and great food. Unique ambiance!

    (5)

  • Eugene P.

    We came here for someones birthday and would have never ventured out so far to eat here. We were glad we did because this place had one of the best crab cakes around. Since I was in a crab mood, I also order the She Crab Soup. Wow! I didn't know what they put in it but I was ready to get 2 more orders. Now the entries were ok. We had the seared catch and the catch manchego. I wasn't impressed with the size of the fish nor the sides. For the price I should have stuck with the soup and crab cakes. For dessert we ordered the creme brulee. Maybe we came out for dinner early, but the brulee didn't get a chance to set and it was very very liquidy. I'll give it a try again one of these days and revisit my review.

    (3)

  • The M.

    over priced & horrible service

    (2)

  • James A.

    Came to Cap's on a recommendation from a good friend (a restaurant owner). Everything was excellent! Drinks were smooth and not watered down. Crab cake was the best. Came just as the sun was setting and the atmosphere was very romantic. Great service. A little pricey but well worth it. Two thumbs up!

    (5)

  • Julia S.

    Went on a Sunday night for a sunset dinner. Beautiful setting on the water with twinkle lights in the oak trees overhanging the water. Server was very friendly and attentive. Amazing raw oysters and blackened scallops.

    (4)

  • Nathan S.

    Ok, first of all. The view is amazing. That alone means that, even if the rest isn't great, you should at least for some sunset drinks. On to the rest. Getting an outside seat is nearly impossible if you just show up. However their inside dining offers the same view, so it is an acceptable alternative. Our server was excellent, however service was not. It seemed like they were probably still staffed for the off season. Our poor server had about 10 tables, split between inside and out. He still managed to continually check on us. However the kitchen was not keeping up. We ordered at exactly the same time (and nearly same food) as the table next to us and their food beat us by 15 minutes. I ordered a broiled oyster appetizer that took WAY too long to get to the table (about 50 minutes for order until plate arrived). When it did arrive the oysters were so small that they were almost non existent. They were also not hot (not cold, more like warm), meaning that they had probably gotten lost in the kitchen. The flavor was ok, but with such a small oyster it didn't pick up any of the garlic and cheese. Entrées were much better. I had local trigger-fish manchego and it was a good portion of fish and was very flavorful. The sauce was creamy and buttery and full of flavor and complimented the well seasoned fish. However there were these tomatoes on the plate that seemed out of place. They had been marinated in balsamic and honey, but were not overly sweet. They were good, they just didn't make sense with the rest of the dish. One issue with places like this that have you pick a fish and match it to a preparation is that the match isn't always exact. My wife had the seafood pasta with a pesto sauce. It had a good amount of shrimp and scallops in it, but for the size of the dish it needed more. One danger with different sea foods added to a pasta is that they usually end up with one under done and one over done. This was not the case here, they hit the right temp on all the seafood. The flavor of the sauce was so good that I offered to drink it off the plate when my wife was done. One error was in the pasta, it was overdone and well past al dente, but that seems to happen at most places. While the food was good it didn't make up for the wait to eat, or the price. However it was a beautiful sunset. Our recommendation for Caps is to try it for lunch/brunch or just sunset drinks at the outdoor bar.

    (2)

  • Anthony I.

    Outstanding location, atmosphere and service. The food is a B+, with my favorite being the whole fried flounder. You will not find a better bar to watch the sunset over the ICWW, and the drinks are incredible. Get there early, as patrons tend to sit a long time...

    (4)

  • BrianCynthia W.

    Excellent seafood with amazing view. A hidden jewel away from touristy downtown.

    (5)

  • Kenton S.

    Last evening I took my friend Gloria from Texas to Cap's. It was also my first time. What a beautiful setting. We were greated by our waitress Allison who most helpful in making selections for the evening. They have current fresh catches to select from if you desire. We both had Panko crusted Trigger Fish with mashed potatoes and a caper sauce. It was out of this world. We got to watch the first NorthEastern of the season blowing into town. I will be going back soon.

    (4)

  • Hilary L.

    Ahhh Caps... Relaxation and a mouth watering tongue occur immediately upon the thought of this place. What a gem! Everything about Caps is perfect. A perfect display of Northeastern Florida coastal beauty and coastal lifestyle. Relaxing, waterfront, flavorful, unassuming. When you get to Caps, you will probably have to wait for a while. It is a very popular place. Yet, despite always being full, it is never crowded. There is a large, expansive deck for dining that sits right on the banks of the intercoastal. While you wait you can order a drink and go spend your time on the sandy banks, walking up and down and dipping your toes in the water, climbing the low slung trees, picking up shells, relaxing on a bench, or walking out onto the dock and taking in the view. I mean, can waiting get any better than that? I think not. Once you start dining, you are surrounded by beautiful views. The menu is expansive and full of delicious seafood. Top Choices: Catch Manchego - market price Pan seared catch (sea bass recommended) served on whipped potatoes in a Manchego broth with balsamic and honey marinated cherry tomatoes. Vanilla Grouper 22.99 Horseradish crusted fresh grouper over whipped potatoes and fried spinach topped with a sweet vanilla rum sauce. [With the grouper fishing ban in effect, they sometimes substitute grouper with snapper or triggerfish.] Fresh Fried Shrimp 16.99 Deep fried fresh Mayport shrimp served with rosemary parmesan fries and creamed corn. If you haven't been yet, you must try this place. It is so amazing. I can't even convey it in words, really. This restaurant has it all.

    (5)

  • Matthew J.

    This is one of my favorite spots in the Jacksonville/St. Augustine area! I wanted to give them a 4.5 if I could :) We started off with the 4 cheese fondue appetizer which was so good we turned into rabid animals (no we really didn't, but we came close) to fight for our share. I did not have the vanilla grouper but the other people in our party did and they raved about it! I decided on the Mahi Mahi which was seasoned and grilled to perfection. Then I had the key lime pie which rivaled my wife's (which is by far the best I've ever had)! It's a very nice place on the intercoastal and I recommend!

    (4)

  • Jeffrey O.

    Our group of 8 was treated to an exceptional array of seafood appetizers and entrees. Particularly notable were the crab cakes and lobster fritters. My wife really liked the ahi tuna and the preparation (rare) was right on the mark. The grilled salmon and magi were also excellent. Cap's wine list is one of the best I've seen in this area and the prices are very reasonable. Overall this was an excellent meal.

    (5)

  • Michael Hosto H.

    If you come with low expectations of the food you can enjoy yourself. This place is an amazing place to be for a cocktail at sunset. Watching the sunset over the intercoastal here is just a nice experience. I lived next door and became a big fan of the atmosphere but I have to say that the food is just not very good. Michael Hosto

    (2)

  • Annette G.

    This is more like 2.5 stars, but I'm rounding up because our server was really cool. You'll find this kind of 'classy seafood dive' up and down the coast of Florida. It's quaint, casual and usually serves up some fresh and delicious seafood. My experience left some to be desired in the seafood department unfortunately. We started with smoked fish dip, and I forgot to ask for some veggies instead of crackers for dipping. We had ordered some wine too, so I figured I'd tell our server when the wine came. Surprisingly, the app came out before our wine! So, that's kinda good on one hand, but unfortunately, I didn't really eat it until we got some veggies. Kudos to our server for snagging some from the kitchen! The fish dip tasted a little off. Maybe it was just a little too smokey, or maybe it needed some lemon juice... not sure. I wouldn't order it again. For dinner I had the garlic oysters and a side of grilled asparagus. The asparagus was super fresh and delicious, but just a bit over salted. Like, salt crystals crunching in your mouth, over salted. The oysters were TINY! I thought I'd be getting a dozen, but there were only 6, and they were the smallest 6 oysters I've ever seen. Even our server was surprised by how tiny they were. Sad, really. We needed to get moving, so we finished our dinner and took off. I wouldn't go out of my way to come back here, but judging from the steady stream of people walking in, I doubt that will matter much.

    (3)

  • Richard N.

    Beautiful setting on the intercostal. Food is average sea food. Nice beach restaurant. Very busy and kind of loud. I had the vanilla grouper. Fried fish served on mash potatoes served with a vanilla flavored cream sauce. Not bad but nothing special. I would go here for the atmosphere and enjoy a drink at the outdoor bar.

    (3)

  • Richard P.

    Top notch food, with an excellent atmosphere and view.

    (5)

  • Deirdre H.

    Caps is a must see. It is in a beautiful setting. Try to get there early and have a drink/ app at the bar or go sit on the dock and watch the sun set. The food is good. Some items better that others of course. The lobster bisque was perfect. It was just the right amount of sherry in it. I had the whole snapper. It was a special and very tasty. The key lime was great. The restaurant is very busy. Get there early. We did and still had an hour and 1/2 wait.

    (4)

  • Sabine M.

    Stumbled upon this quaint little spot. We ate outside under the heaters (because we found the two coldest days in Florida for the year) right on the water. Ate amazing food and had good service. The gumbo was SUPER Yummy!. The Shrimp appetizers were also amazing and we tried the Alligator tails (had to at least once); Alligator tails were like chicken nuggets, but it was still VERY good! A lovely Lovely Spot!

    (4)

  • Laura D.

    The best atmosphere in st Augustine! Food is ok, prices are high. Great for atmosphere and drinks.

    (2)

  • James B.

    Absolutely loved it! Went here for dinner tonight while in town for business and it is such a cool place. Almost every table looks out on the beach. We described it as elegant dining meets Margaritaville! The staff is very friendly and service was prompt. I tried the calimari valino as a starter and loved it. For my meal I had the vanilla grouper that others on here had written about and it was great. The weather was great for outdoor dining. I would definitely make it a point to go back.

    (5)

  • Erin S.

    Gorgeous spot for breathtaking sunsets! Not fancy by any means- sit outside near the water. Get there early! Peel & eat shrimp are amazing! Do NOT leave there without partaking in some coffee & their pineapple coconut cake- very different but absolutely DIVINE!!!!

    (4)

  • Cp S.

    Great view, good food, amazing service. Morgan, our waitress was very nice, the grupper in vanilla rum sauce was to die for! Would definitely go back!

    (4)

  • Jaclyn B.

    I went to dinner for the first time at Caps last night. The drinks were great (I had a Piña Colada), and all of the food I had was wonderful. I'm from out of town, and I was adamant about trying raw oysters. Our waitress was wonderful about explaining her way of eating raw oysters, and gave me some other pointers as well. She was very attentive, consistently checking on me and my party. I'm from Ohio, so I don't get fresh seafood much. They were incredibly busy, so next time I know to call ahead.. But even though we waited, it didn't seem long with going to the bar and pier. All and all, next time I'm in St. Augustine I'm definitely headed to Caps for dinner!

    (5)

  • B L.

    We always make sure we go to caps at least once each time we go to st Augustine. It is away from the touristy area and is casual but a special place to go. The outside atmosphere on the lake is great and the food does not disappoint. We really enjoyed the vanilla grouper and the stuffed flounder and the crab cakes are delicious.

    (4)

  • Ron C.

    We ate outside, the sunset was breathtaking, service was A+, drinks were A+, food was A+, what more can I say. Not sure if I will be visiting St. Augustine again, but I sure would take a detour on any drive through Florida, just to have another meal here. Kudos to the owners for getting it all right!!

    (4)

  • Suzanne G.

    What a great evening. The atmosphere and food in this place are both great. Service was just right and our waitress made sure my bloody mary was just how I like it. I had raw oysters, the calamari miso and the tuna tartare. All fresh and terrific. My girlfriends had great meals as well and because we were there on a Tuesday night....we had our pick of great tables outside!

    (5)

  • Sophia L.

    The atmosphere and view are great. We had a table on the deck and it was gorgeous. Unfortunately, the food is below average. I ordered the seared catch which was trigger fish and it was overcooked,dry and bland. The potato streudel was an odd side, the plantains were good but only got three small pieces. The vegetable were inedible - cold and unappetizing. My companion ordered blackened mahi and it was also dry and overcooked. We each ordered one glass of wine, the fish and split a bland key lime pie - the bill came to $76.00. Way too pricey for this food. Will only go back for cocktails on the deck - not dinner.

    (2)

  • digger d.

    Easy to find because of the HUGE landmark at the entrance to the road.....turn at the castle on A1A is all you need to know. Follow the signs. Indoor and outdoor seating. Family friendly, nice sunset view, on the water. Fans and heaters outside. Mainly seafood and salads. Started with fried calamari with miso dressing...$10 a portion that was tasty and didn't leave you too full for dinner. Dinner was two large dinner salads...the Stilton salad tasty with just enough dressing, walnuts and apples, just not enough Stilton to really name it that. Add shrimp for your protein. $20. Other salad was sesame chicken salad....not a lot of greens but ample chicken. Tasty....kitchen missed putting in a few key ingredients but made it up promptly. $20. Nice wine menu...mimosas made with Veuve Clicquot...mixed drinks light on the alcohol.

    (3)

  • Jim K.

    Food was excellent (although soup was cold) , setting is very pleasant but the service was inattentive at best!

    (3)

  • Ryan M.

    Cap's is an atmosphere and experience that can't be beat! THE best place to head for a dinner around sunset on the river, and definitely worth taking the time to have some drinks and relax before and after the meal on the dock, at the cash bar looking over the river, or at the oyster bar (FYI for after the sun goes down: bring a sweater, it can get breezy and cool out there, and if the bugs come out don't hesitate to ask the cash bartender for bug spray). This is a place where I always like to bring guests to; it is really a great Florida experience. Don't dare sit inside, this place is about the atmosphere of eating seafood on a deck underneath big mossy oak trees by the side of a river while the sun sets. Just make sure to either make reservations or plan on a 45-minute wait; everyone knows how great this experience is. That being said, the food quality and prices leave something to be desired. Everything is pretty high priced, and the food does tend to come out cold and is far from the best seafood in Florida. If you like calamari, you have to order the Calamari Vilano appetizer; spicy, flash fried calamari with wilted fried spinach. Incredible. The Gator Tail here is very chewy and I wouldn't recommend it. I would also avoid the Vanilla Grouper (it's WAY too vanillaey). The catches of the day are the best bets, blackened. Great place for a date or entertaining guests, just know that you're paying a little more for the atmosphere and enjoy it while keeping your food expectations in check. For families, the kids can go on to the beach and play on the tire swing and tree branches, a great way to let them let loose within eyesight while you can enjoy dinner. Also for dog owners, if you're nice and they're not too crowded they may let you sit at the table on the far left edge and bring your dog up with you (as they did for us once), a BIG plus in my book!

    (4)

  • Eryn S.

    The location is very interesting. You can either pull up in your boat or drive there. Your choice. The bread with the sun dried tomato butter is beyond amazing. Just don't fill up on it!!! It's hard not to. The she crab soup is something to behold and I don't even like crab. It's sweet and rich with just enough sex to make your mouth salivate onto your dinning companions. The walnut encrusted chicken blew my socks right off. It was juicy and tender. The sauce mixed with the crunch of the walnuts was a perfect combination. Although, the sides that were offered on the menu is not what I received the waitress did get me what I wanted at no charge. The fried flounder was cooked to a perfect golden brown. By the way my friend was digging in I can say it was amazing. Everything about our food was fantastic. The only thing that was bad was the service. Our waitress never offered or asked anything. We had to wait for her and tell her what we wanted. All in all, I would go back for sure to try more and more dishes.

    (4)

  • Orhan M.

    What an awesome place. One of the best outdoor experiences I've had in a very long time. Table right on the water. The lighting at night is amazing and of course the food. WOW! Fresh Grouper and Fresh Oysters. Oh yeah, an amazing wine list as well. Great great great. Plan on spending some time at dinner, you won't want to rush this meal!

    (4)

  • H P.

    Cap's on the Water has three star food in a five star location. Though tucked away it is worth the drive for the view. We came in at a busy time but we were seated fairly quickly. We had the alligator tail (think pork of the sea) as an appetizer. I have not had alligator before so I can't speak to the quality. The fish meals we had were tasty, one was a special blackened and the other was a grouper in a bure blanc-ish type sauce. All of the fish was slightly overcooked but edible, as I said the view and the wine were more interesting. The entrees are on the medium size so there was room for desert. The spicy mouse and the amoretto cake made up for any inadequacies of diner. Really great chocolate taste with a tang of chilies, I am making my own version of this at home and watching the sun set.

    (3)

  • Judy S.

    This was my second visit, food was fair, service unattentive, prices high for the quality. Location is neat but was disappointing experience to family members who hadn't been here before

    (2)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :4:00 pm - 9:00pm

Specialities

  • Takes Reservations : No
    Delivery : No
    Take-out : No
    Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
    Good For : Dinner
    Parking : Private Lot
    Bike Parking : Yes
    Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
    Good for Kids : Yes
    Good for Groups : Yes
    Attire : Casual
    Ambience : Casual
    Noise Level : Average
    Alcohol : Full Bar
    Outdoor Seating : Yes
    Wi-Fi : No
    Has TV : No
    Waiter Service : Yes
    Caters : No

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