4. Restaurants

A1A Ale Works

1 King St, Saint Augustine, FL, 32084
  • (904) 829-2977
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  • L Mark D.

    Stopped in because of Yelp reviews.,,, sat a t the bar for a drink before dinner. The person behind the bar. Long balding hair was the laziest "bartender" I have ever seen. Ordered a rum and coke he said the restaurant was out of Rum? Ordered a Scotch and soda with a lemon he made the drink and said the restaurant ran out of lemons...... I noticed the customers at tables had lemons..., asked if the lemons were delivered He said NO Lemons in the house , as one more time , He said No lemons...!!!! She saw a full bowl on the bar and asked a waiter for one , no problem. Bartender Said it's not his fault ? He just started his shift?

    (1)

  • Debbie R.

    Great food, great service, and according to my husband, great beer! We walked over from the marina and entered. It was obvious from a sign on the stair wall that the restaurant was upstairs. We went up and the hostess booth was right there. We were cheerfully greeted and promptly seated by a window looking out on the Bridge. Only complaint is that we were right by the bar but, hey, someone has to sit there and the folks at the bar seemed nice! We had the crab and artichoke dip for starters - so good. I had the seared tuna sandwich while my husband had the spinach salad and the cheese soup. Everything was so tasty. Our server was delightful and the gentleman who brought our food to the table had a great sense of humor. This is our second visit and well worth it!

    (4)

  • Ed B.

    This brewery never disappoints. The cheese soup is an absolute must. My wife prefers the grilled cheese and I try something new each time we go! Most recently the jerk chicken salad... It was pretty good!

    (4)

  • Amber S.

    Waitress was super nice, but one of the others gave me the eye for feeding a pigeon. Lol Food was real good, pricey though. Beer was great. Beer cheese soup is where its at!

    (4)

  • Chris L.

    Nice ambience, decent drinks, and nice waiter. Tried the Mahi burger, regular burger, lobster bisk, and wedge salad. All were OK. No complaints really but the everything was pretty standard - the food was MEH. Don't expect to be blown away.

    (3)

  • Heather M.

    My last two visits to this restaurant were not good. The food was average and the service was slow even though the restaurant was practically empty. The atmosphere and location are very nice. The beer selection is alright

    (3)

  • Nick D.

    I took my girlfriend here for our 4 year anniversary. Big mistake. Our balcony table had a very obstructed view of the bayfront. I opted for a Porpoise Point IPA to drink while my girl ordered a Sex on the Beach. The IPA was decent, but nothing exceptional. The Sex on the Beach was about 7oz and made with well liquors at a price tag of $6.75. Heavy markup for such a small drink. We also had to wait almost 10 minutes for said drinks to arrive. For an appetizer, we had the fried calamari and a cup of the Ale and cheese soup. The soup tasted great, but was served room temperature bordering on cold. The calamari was fine, but by the time our server showed up with our dipping sauce that we requested, it was almost gone. Ordering our entrees was a hassle. Wait staff was extremely incompetant. When asked if their mashed potatoes were made with red skin potatoes, or server responded "I don't really know, but they are seasoned and taste amazing." That's cute, but if you don't know your menu, you shouldn't be serving. I opted for the steak medallions and beer battered coconut shrimp while my girl got the BBQ chichen breast. The "steak medallions" ended up being a 8oz sirloin cut in half. The steak was cooked properly, but lacked flavor and the shrimp were so bland that I didn't even bother eating them. The mashed potatoes were indeed red skin potatoes and they were decent. It was a shame, though, that the potatoes were the only thing on the plate with any flavor. All said and done, I wish we would have gone somewhere else. 1 app 1 cup soup 1 steak/shrimp 1 chicken breast 2 well drinks 1 in-house brew _______________ $75.00 Quality of service/food/drinks were worth $55 at the most. I am very disappointed with the experience and strongly recommend that you find a better place dine nearby...there are plenty.

    (2)

  • Chris E.

    Great food at a great price. We stop in every time we are in St. Augustine. This time had the Mahi special and it was nothing short of special! Burgers here are also great. There is a lot of seating so waiting time is low unless you want the balcony. The sweet tea is a mango tea that is out of this world.

    (5)

  • Alecia W.

    The only reason I am giving this a 2 is because the bartenders there are great. Drinks are always consistent. The food and service there is a whole different story. We got started with the appetizer. Blue crab artichoke dip. When it came out it was so oily I couldn't bare to eat it and sent it back. The food here is very inconsistent. If we go back we are sitting at the bar only.

    (2)

  • Mike M.

    Great, and I mean, GREAT, food, location and service. We tried the beer and cheese soup, lobster and shrimp tacos and sesame tuna. Talk about melt in your mouth! Also had the red brick, ipa and stout brews which were all on point. Our server was outstanding (he suggested the tuna and tacos). Everything was reasonably priced, my family of 5 ate for $67 before tip , with beers/drinks, 5 meals and an appetizer. A meal out usually runs us a $100 easy. Definitely recommend. Parking was a challenge, bring change for the parking meters.

    (5)

  • Dan S.

    One of the best spots in the City to enjoy a dinner on the upper deck while soaking in the gorgeous view of the Matanzas and the Bridge of Lions, and all the tourist passers-by. The food is always OK, but prices are a bit high. $12 for a tuna appetizer was steep as it is, but it wasn't all that tasty (crust could have been majorly improved), and the wasabi was weak. Their burgers are always pretty good. Coconut crusted shrimp on the kids menu is pretty rad, and those meals are reasonably priced. The beers are OK. Seasonals tend to be the best - the Maibock was good recently. But for craft beer, I expect a bit more, I guess. Bummer-points for having sold out to Gordon Biersch, but I don't know if that had much of a negative impact, other than stifling what could have been a pretty cool independent growth, I guess. All in all: for decent food, if moderately overpriced, and a place to get craft beer - all with a great view and ambience - this is your spot in town.

    (3)

  • Dorrell R.

    Lovely view from balcony. Good service and food. Everyone like their food. Server was very efficient. Eat here every time we come to Saint Augustine.

    (5)

  • Michelle H.

    I have had several office Christmas parties there and been there many times for dinner. It is an amazing place. They make everything from scratch (including their mayo!!). It is a very nice environment and has good music. Several of the office parties/events were done very well and done at the last minute. I love A1A Aleworks!!

    (5)

  • Jen Y.

    Ok food, nothing exciting. Typical brew pub fare. My husband and I went towards the basic junk and it was ok... he had the chicken sandwich which was decent. Came w/standard fries. He also got the cheese soup which was very processed (it's hard to please us from Wisconsin w/this kind of stuff...!!!). I went w/appetizers... hummus (was ok, kind of plain) and their version of nachos which were very interesting. It was a root vegetable made into thin potato chips coated w/black beans, olives and cheese. Yum... my stomach didn't like me so much in the moring but it was good. The others we were with got steak and said it was excellent. Beers were good. Bread basket was a dark wheat which was pretty good. Location is good, from the balcony we had a great view of the downtown Christmas lights!

    (3)

  • Monica B.

    So I decided to go out for a drink at the st Augustine historic area. There are so many restaurants & lounges/bars that is hard to choose unless you use Yelp! :) How did my research prior to leaving the house was wasted??? the hubby & friend were too hungry to find this place in St. George St. that had great reviews. We were going in circles... The horror... We just decide to play it by ear & stop at A1A, looked busy,guess should be good. Not always..I looked it up & reviews was just ok. I warned, protested & begged but the testosterone won.....as an Elite I decided to see for myself (little yelp fairy by my shoulder whispered...) " just be open & forget the reviews...see for yourself, have fun!" Well the service was quick & we had a very short wait time even though the first floor of the restaurant was packed. This restaurant faces the intercoastal of St. Augustine most famous streets facing the water (awesome view) & it's on a busy corner of the historic district. (easy to find) They have 2 stories both with bars & what's mostly great on a beautiful day is the wraparound veranda seating area facing the water. There were lots of people in their mid /early 20's on the first floor by right by the bar. Top floor seems a lot more quiet and an older crowd than mostly was just dining with a glass of wine. Well we scored that table outside the veranda & I was happy. We had pre- drank a bit already, but I ordered my Jack &Diet Coke & the rest of group ordered their drinks. Drinks are well priced from $5/9 in average. My drink was $6 (Winning!! LOL) The appetizer was not as good as described on the menu, I don't know if it was the drinking but I always go for mexican when I get the munchies... Lots of nachos & toppings but the cheese looked hard like they put it on a microwave or burned it on oven. It was cheap cheese. The Horror!! My husband's lobster & fish tacos also as he stated "were bland as *&&*&*&" (& he got a little stomach sick the next day, I'm sure it was the dish ). My brother in law picked salmon and thought it needed more favor as well. Strike 2.... Extra star for the cute & helpful waiter (Yelp fairy, slaps my head..."hey you are married!"...ok whatever....) Maybe I would stop for drinks, but if you want dinner then I suggest go somewhere else as they are wonderful options I want to go back to discover...I am getting a map next time!!! Then after dinner I heard my hubby say to the group... Yeap should have listen to the wife. Yeap, I won!!!

    (2)

  • Jim R.

    Looking for something other than a heavy sandwich for lunch and thought we'd have to settle for a mediocre salad from a selection of "bar food". Not at all what we discovered. Wife and I both had salads (blackened chicken and spinach salads) what a surprise! Great food, reasonably priced. Will go back soon!

    (5)

  • JoAnn T.

    it's all good.

    (5)

  • Ash M.

    Food was very good and reasonable! A good place to chillax.

    (4)

  • Trent D.

    Amazing food and great service but the atmosphere was ok

    (5)

  • Jael H.

    First and foremost, our server was fantastic. Noel was friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable, and made our visit great. My husband and I started out with the beer sampler, so I'll just dissect each beer individually: 1. Porpoise Point Pale Ale: very crisp, much less hoppy than any pale ale I've ever had, which in my books is a plus. My husband ended up ordering an extra glass of the pale. 2. King Street Light Lager: a very clean, crisp beer. Very drinkable. Not terribly complex, but the lingering aftertaste was perfect. I ordered a second glass of this. 3. A. Strange Stout: one of the better stouts I've had. I'm a huge fan of Left Hand Milk Stout, and this tasted like a slightly spicier version of that. It was a little creamy and had nice espresso undernotes and was very flavorful, but not super heavy like so many stouts. A very good beer in my opinion. 4. Bridge of Lions Brown Ale: brown ales are usually my favorite beer, and this one was good but not great. This seemed like a lighter version of the stout, with the dark roast notes. The flavor was smooth but not multi-faceted. 5. Red Brick Ale: Again, a very drinkable beer. It was smooth, with good flavor, but there's not much to speak of on the back end. 6. Octoberfest: The first punch of flavor is very nice, but also had dark roast notes like the stout and brown ale, so I would have liked to see a bit more diversity amongst them. For an appetizer, we ordered boniachas, which are sweet potato chips with cheese, black olives, jalapenos, and mango salsa. These were excellent, and the plate was huge so we ended up taking some home. My husband's entree was the tuna steak, which was much thicker than most tuna steaks. The cut of meat was good, but the problem with a thick tuna steak is the inside. Yes, the tuna steak comes medium rare, which is perfect for a great cut of meat, but if it's that thick, the inside is still just rare. He said it was a bit dry and could use more sauce. I ordered the New York Strip steak and crab cakes combo. The rub on the steak was good, but the cut of meat was just okay and a bit tough. My crabcakes were also just okay; they could use a bit more green onions, or some kind of relish on the side (pineapple would be great). Recognizing that this place is first and foremost a brewery, and that they also happen to have food, we had a very good experience. The portions of food were huge, which nearly made up for the underwhelming taste. Nothing we had was bad, just tasted average, especially in context of the price (about $20/plate). The beer was excellent, and ultimately the great service is what left us very pleased with our visit to A1A Aleworks.

    (4)

  • Russ B.

    Eat outside for a great view of historic St. Augustine.

    (5)

  • BrianCynthia W.

    Fantastic food. I didn't think it would be that great being in a touristy area but everything we ate on the menu was fantastic. We had the blue cheese nachos. Sounded a little gross but different so we checked out. Excellent! Their bear cheese soup is the redneck soup you'd think. It's classy and smooth and I could eat it like a rabid pit bull. Their shrimp and lobster tacos were slap your mama good! Be daring, try anything on the menu and I'm sure you won't be disappointed.

    (5)

  • Alex G.

    Ale & cheese soup AWESOME! Have to second that! Want a big desert? Ask for the carrot cake!

    (5)

  • Gabe F.

    Great food/ great beer! Their House beers are excellent- I had the sampler, which is fun - You get to taste all their house beers. The seared ahi tuna and beer-cheese soup are AMAZING! Service was good and the price was not cheap, but commensurate with the quality of food and drink.

    (5)

  • Michelle C.

    Great view of the Bridge of Lions if you're sitting outside on the upper level. I can't comment about the bar - didn't order any alcohol while going there for a business lunch :) I ordered the lobster and shrimp tacos. They weren't terrible, but nothing special either. My teammate enjoyed the beer cheese soup - which he ordered after a passerby shouted, "you guys have to get the beer cheese soup!" and also from the recommendations from fellow yelpers.

    (2)

  • Paul S.

    Great place for a lunch while walking around. We sat in the bar area, not the restaurant. The smoked salmon fish and chips were delicious. They also make a spicy cole slaw that is to die for. I could have had a bowl of it. Tried one of their beers, which was tasty (I am not a beer expert). Service was pleasant, surrounding were comfortable. Nothing to complain about at all!

    (4)

  • Jeremy F.

    This place is a good safe bet if in the area. Alot of windows with views of the water and busy streets of Saint Augustine. The beer is great and is brewed onsite (I believe). overall very good but has been hit or miss for us as far as food.

    (3)

  • Ivanna G.

    Is a dish so delicious that it's the same thing you order every time you go to a restaurant? Yes I order the lobster and shrimp key lime pasta EVERY TIME I go and it amazing. The service is always wonderful. Happy hour is always nice. The balcony view of the lion bridge is beautiful as well.

    (5)

  • Mrs. H.

    The food is still good, the restaurant is pretty and in a nice location, but overpriced. Having gone here now a few times over the past 5 years, willing to chalk up the bad service to one person, I have to say it's uniformly TERRIBLE. At least they are consistent about that! We are NEVER offered the free bread, unless we specifically ask. There's far better places to eat with a waterview. Go elsewhere!

    (1)

  • Dave W.

    We had dinner here on 4/14 and I think our server was named Marc. The service was excellent and the only negative was the table - we had reservations for 8 people and they put us in a corner booth and slid another table over. For appetizers we shared Fried Calamari and Boniachos and they were excellent. Entrees included the Bistro Fillet, Keylime Shrimp/Lobster and Ahi Tuna. Everyone seemed to enjoy their dinners and they came quickly and were hot . Plating was excellent. Dessert, which was shared by 6 consisted of Double Chocolate Cake and Bread Pudding. Judging by the speed they disappeared I would say they were very good. The restaurant is located on the corner of A1A and King Street and is a great place for dinner or a cool draft after a long day of seeing the sights. Definitely a keeper! We found the restaurant via Yelp.

    (4)

  • Jordan S.

    Thursday night, 9pm, June...and the streets are absolutely dead. Tumbleweeds blow by local businesses, towards the bay, and the only sounds are the moans of a few ghosts which roam King Street. Most businesses have already been closed for 3-4 hours, as the residents' self-imposed curfew takes effect. But, A1A Aleworks serves as a beacon of hope. They serve their full menu until 10pm, and the place is packed. This is one of a group of 38 restaurants operated by the Gordon-Biersch restaurant-brewery chain. They specialize in beer & not necessarily food. Keep that in mind, it's written in the name, I should have known. I did not sample any beer, just went straight for the Blackened Mahi Mahi sandwich, which was served on a slightly cold, stale bun. My wife's Angel Hair Pasta with blackened chicken was OK, but we were all together unimpressed. The balcony provided an outstanding view of the bay, A1A, and King Street, but I couldn't help but feel very meh about our food.

    (3)

  • Lesley S.

    This place has a gorgeous view and great beer. I tried several different beers (A. Strange being the best one.) It's delicious. However I have to knock a star off for the food being greasy. I had the grilled chicken avocado sandwhich which had awesome Jalapeno Ranch dressing. (The bread was really stale.) My partner had the Southern Chicken Salad which was greasy almost dipped in grease. D-ISCUSTING! Other than that great place. A good place for a few drinks, just skip the food.

    (4)

  • Brennan H.

    It's a Gordon Biersch, people. The place is run by Gordon Biersch; it serves nearly the same food and drinks as the flagship Gordon Biersch restaurants. All those beers with charming local names are just Gordon Biersch recipes with St. Augustine-specific labels. The only thing A1A has that's unique to St. Augustine is a terrible, terrible staff. Incompetent hosts that don't address guests unless addressed first, mediocre, absentminded servers, managers who look constantly bewildered at the downward spiral of their life. If you're coming to a town like St. Augustine, where there is plenty of local, unique, interesting food--do not, for your own sake and for the sake of the fantastic Mom and Pop restaurants within six blocks, choose to give A1A your business.

    (1)

  • Ryan C.

    There is one - and only one - reason to even dare eat at this "bar", and that's the beer cheese soup. The soup is their most popular dish and is rather tasty, although nothing special. Basically, you should get it if you happen to be here getting a beer, but don't seek it out otherwise.

    (2)

  • Sabine M.

    We only had the coconut shrimp and a salad, but it was delicious! Great service and the beer is great. They brew their own We were there almost every evening and they had music every night!!!

    (4)

  • Tim G.

    When we are in St. Augustine we always end up stoping at A1A. Their location is the best. Make sure you pay for parking....or you will get caught in downtown St. Augustine. Food is great, never had a problem with the service.

    (4)

  • Lisa S.

    Love the A1A Bar! Great views of the city, live music and the Bartender Tom is the Best! Friendly place and great Beer! Dont miss this spot.

    (5)

  • Carol H.

    We had 16 people in our party.only half were there right away. Our server,Matt kept his cool. Gave us great service,even when kids spilled drinks.. The food was great.i had spinach and goat cheese salad,then sun dried cherry bread pudding. I was in heaven!! All the grandkids and adults that got burgers were stuffed. They were really big !! We were there 2 hours just enjoying the view from the balcony. Again Matt wad great, never lost his cool.I was a waitress and I know it's hard with big groups

    (5)

  • Matt S.

    Like a few places here on Yelp, I've noticed the A1A Aleworks to have a variable rating, a lot of people HATED it, a lot people really enjoyed themselves. I'm guessing it's like most anywhere else, it depends on what time and day you show up to the place. Personally, I've been in to this place a few times, and had a good time every visit. HOWEVER, I have never eaten here, I'm rating it strictly as a drinking establishment. The weeknights here aren't bad, there's plenty of room available, you can sit at the bar or one of the many tables located throughout the main dining area. There's a few TV's spread out throughout the location, usually tuned in to different sports. On the weekends, this place is usually packed, mostly with Flagler students, but also a lot of aging tourist couples in Hawaiian and Tommy Bahama shirts. There is usually a live band rocking out in the back corner, the last time I was in they sounded pretty damn good. The service here is usually pretty good, but again, if the place is packed, don't expect the servers or bartenders to be checking on you every five minutes. Full bar stocks all your favorites, but the beer is what A1A is all about. There are quite a few homemade brews, a lot of which are on tap, and they're pretty damn delicious. Overall, the few times I've been in, I usually grab a couple of pints or a few mixed drinks, and I'm on my way to better drinking establishments located throughout the downtown area. Always had a pretty good time, and I'm sure eventually I will make my way down to stop in again. Judging by the other reviews, not sure if I will be eating here, but definitely getting a few cold pints of homemade beers.

    (3)

  • David C.

    Great in-house micro brews. Food was great. Wait staff was very helpful and attentive. I would come back many times!!

    (4)

  • Ayanna B.

    I guess this is supposed to be a staple of downtown, but I can't find many reasons to motivate visiting there. The beer selection is not that exciting. And the ones that my friends really do like, are never in stock. The mixed drinks are not that special either. And I always find myself "settling" on a meal. It's odd, for such a great location and it's seeming popularity, it's really not that hot. If you're even mildly vegetarian, forget it. There is nothing here for you. I had one bad experience with staff (who told us she had a stomach flu after serving all our food!!!), but I don't fault the entire place of it. Don't feel bad if you have to wait long for a table. Go around to corner to JP Henley's. By far a better choice.

    (2)

  • Erika L.

    Food and service were very good. We ordered the fish tacos, the sauce was light, but tasted good. Also ordered the chicken wrap and a pour of their Summer Wheat.

    (4)

  • Paul R.

    really liked this place. stopped in for lunch, started with a beer, which they do a good job brewing. the food was very very good, and the bartender did a remarkable job waiting on the bar and all the tables on the first floor by himself. glad we wer not in a hurry

    (4)

  • Bill G.

    Here on a Saturday night. Very, very old crowd. Random happening: I found a condom in my booth... I am sure it is an isolated event.

    (2)

  • Mario P.

    ale & cheese soup plus the steak burger....i have to have it when ever im in town! I love the menu overall but they also always have really cute hostess girls :D nice fast service and always a nice atmosphere with a beautiful view on the riverside of the restaurant, upstairs part.

    (5)

  • Peter M.

    This restaurant is all about location, location, location and the food and beers aren't bad either. As others have mentioned grab a table out on the porch and a cold drink and watch the world go by. I had the jerk shrimp pasta dish and it was much better than I had expected, just be careful if you are going to breath on anyone after because it is filled with yummy garlic. I also tried the light ale and it was a perfect match to the hot day.

    (4)

  • Annette G.

    I had my hopes up for this one, but left a little disappointed. The beer was good, I got the sampler and ended up ordering a pint of the pale ale. it was moderately hoppy with a citrusy finish that I found perfect for the evening. The cream stout was good, more Murphys than Boddingtons, but not bad. The atmosphere was fun, we ate in the bar downstairs (bathrooms and main dining is up), the waitress was pleasant and on top of things. The food is what was lacking for me. Lots of options, but fairly basic fare for the price. I split the boniachos, which were pretty good (but isn't it kind of hard to mess up nachos? (Especially when you're drinking beer?)) The ale cheese soup was just OK, I didn't have any barley in mine, but maybe it's all blended in? The side mixed greens salad tasted wrong... not sure if it was the blue cheese or something up with one of the veggies, but after a few bites, I didn't touch it. My BF enjoyed his grilled chicken salad, so all was not lost. I'd say, go for beer and apps and you'll leave happy.

    (3)

  • Hollie M.

    I have been here a few times over the years for appetizers or drinks and always enjoyed the atmosphere and the great balcony view. Their home brewed beer flights are also not to be missed. The other night I finally went for a full dinner and became an even bigger fan! My seared tuna entree was done perfectly. My husbands NY strip and shrimp tempura was also top notch for a very reasonably price. They did go a little heavy on the seasoning for the steak but that is really the only complaint. Friendly service, great atmosphere, great view, great drinks, and great food. Can't go wrong.

    (5)

  • LeeAnn E.

    One of the best places to eat in St. Augustine. They brew their own beer, their cocktails are yummy, their food is to die for (some of the best sesame ahi tuna I've ever had!), and the view from the upper outside deck is fabulous. The only reason I'm not giving A1A Aleworks five stars is because some of their entrees are on the expensive side, especially for the size of the portions you get. Also, their cocktails are pretty pricey. But thankfully, you don't have to spend a lot to go here if you are careful about what entrees you order and keep your drinks to a minimum. I will definitely return here on my next trip to St. Augustine!

    (4)

  • Devon N.

    I made my second visit to A1A Ale Works while in St. Augustine on a romantic getaway with the girlfriend. We were seated outside, upstairs on the veranda. The restaurant as well as the surrounding area were decorated for the holidays, and this added to the view of the bay and the Bridge of Lions. The chairs on the veranda are not terribly comfortable, but it wasn't that big of a deal. We both had a mixed drink to start. I thought mine was very watered down. We had the artichoke and blue crab dip for our starter. She didn't like the dip that much, saying that it was too fishy for her. I didn't notice any chunks of either artichoke or crab in it, but I thought it tasted good and so I ate it anyway. I also ordered a cup of the beer-cheese soup for a starter. It was Delicious with a capital D. They served us two kinds of bread, one soft, one a little crunchier. I enjoyed the crunchy bread with the soup. She liked the softer bread. For our meals, I ordered the bistro filet with crab stuffed shrimp. The filet is actually three beef medallions on skewers (I'd rather not have to fight with the skewers myself, but I get why they do it) and it comes with sauteed veggies and mashed potatoes. I opted for fries instead of the mash. The shrimp are Parmesan crusted and stuffed with crab meat. They have a sweet pepper sauce on them and are delicious! I could have easily ate five or six instead of three. The beef medallions are sesame and ginger marinated and char-grilled. I ordered mine medium and medium they were. You could really taste the sesame ginger marinade too. I ate every bite. The vegetables were cooked well and seasoned perfectly. My girlfriend ordered the Ragtime Shrimp Dinner. These are fresh shrimp dipped in beer batter, tossed in coconut and deep-fried. Served with black beans, rice and vegetables. Unfortunately half way through her meal she realized that most of the shrimp she had left had not been de-veined and this kinda grossed her out. Fortunately she was full on dip and bread, so our waiter was kind enough to remove the meal from our tab. With the shrimp removed our bill came out just under 60 bucks, and we considered that fair for a nice meal with a great view.

    (4)

  • David Q.

    Decent food, great beer. If some of the outdoor seating could be used just for bar patrons and not just dining folks, that would be even better.

    (4)

  • Matthew M.

    Beer was good. Nothing really different or outstanding. As the name implies their beers are all ales. Only had an appetizer-the shrimp-and we were not impressed. Will definitely be back but was not overly impressed with my first visit. Staff and patrons were really nice.

    (3)

  • Clarke H.

    Friends sent us here....we were not disappointed....excellent craft beer selection, and the food is spectacular! I had the A1A Ale and Cheese Soup....OMG! I also had the fried Grouper Sandwich.....wow!

    (4)

  • Sophia M.

    Dined with a group of 7 and no one walked away thinking it was great. Service was just okay. Long wait for a table and food took a long time to arrive. Buffalo stuffed meatballs were a disappointment. There was no cheese in the middle of any of my meatballs. Stick with the beer cheese soup and fries. They were good.

    (2)

  • Sara M.

    And so continues the mediocre trend of restaurants in Florida... My new family and I went to the San Sebastian Winery while in St. Augustine and then walked around before heading here for dinner. They make their own beer (and root beer) here but I only had the root beer, which was pretty good. There is also a wraparound patio that you can dine on when the weather is nice. The table ordered a crab and artichoke dip with crostini. It was creamy and substantially thick, which also made it pair well with the bread they served us. I got the creole shrimp with pasta. The shrimp already had their tails removed and they were a bit on the smaller side. There was something a little off on the flavor...it was decent but I definitely expected better. I would like to give a shout out to our server (cannot remember his name but he did have very blue eyes) who was amazing. We came right inbetween lunch and dinner so ordered off the lunch menu but I would have liked to see what the dinner menu entails. He explained all this nicely and apologetically to us, was prompt with refills of drinks, and just quite pleasant. He earns a star alone!

    (3)

  • Noreen S.

    We have always LOVED A1A but this last visit has turned us off completely. Let me start by saying that we had been looking forward to celebrating my husbands birthday for over a month. He wanted to go nowhere but to sit on the deck/patio of A1A and celebrate just the 2 of us for dinner and have everyone else meet us for drinks and dessert after dinner downstairs. I made the call for priority seating and asked that we have a view for my husbands birthday and was told no problem...if we didn't mind waiting an extra few at the bar when we arrived she could accommodate us. We arrived earlier than our priority time and checked in. Within 5 minutes she proceeded to take me to a table on the "side" with a view of the cabbies. Since my husband was in the restroom I mentioned that we wanted a table facing the Bridge of Lions as I had asked. I was told "fine but you'll have to wait just like everyone else and it will be a while". Since it was already 8pm we took the table in the far back corner facing the cabbies. I must say that our server was as nice as she could be. Drinks came out promptly and so did the apps and then it ALL went downhill. We ordered steaks medium rare and medium and were served burned well well done steaks. I ordered double veg which was served ice cold. I informed our server about the veg and the steak and she took them back to the kitchen. Needless to say my husband ate his birthday dinner alone while I watched. The server brought out the veg first to me which was not cooked this time (zukes & squash) and then the steak came about 5 minutes later...again well done and burned on the bottom side (I took pictures). She apologized and offered to comp my husbands dinner. The manager NEVER came to the table but we were informed by our server that my husbands dinner would be comped. When she realized that I did not touch but a bite of my food my dinner was comped also. All in all we paid $40.00 for a salad, soup and a few drinks. They gave us a coupon for a free birthday dinner (signed off by the manager-still yet to be seen) that we left on the table. When the fiasco was over, we went downstairs, gathered up our group of 10 and headed down the street for a long night of dessert and drinks at a different establishment. Worst birthday dinner we have ever experienced in 15 years of being together. On a positive note...the beer cheese soup is phenomenal but I may never get to taste it again.

    (1)

  • Don C.

    Kinda carribean, great home brewed beers. Have the fried custard for dessert- it's my favorite item.

    (3)

  • Phil R.

    This place is super-good!!!!! Love the house-made Red Brick Ale. Absolutely excellent. Have also had the chicken quesadilla which I think is the best ever. And the Mahi Mahi sandwich, well, let's just say you won't be disappointed. And even the house salad (which can be customized: "hold the candied pecans and cucumbers, please") was excellent. Then there's the vibe in the place...energetic, fun, loud. Just a great place to hang out for happy hour and have a freshly made and delicious beer or a meal, too.

    (5)

  • Miguel R.

    A1A Aleworks is in one of those buildings with ornate wrought iron work that remind you of the old South. You can't miss it - it's a yellow two story building right on the main plaza in historic St. Augustine. We were seated on the second floor which has views of Matanza Bay and the Bridge of Lions. Sadly, the view was not that great from where we were seated. They have award winning beers like the Espresso Stout which sounds great. I opted for a dark Belgian. The bread basket here is just ok. As for food I ordered the shrimp and grits. The shrimp were pretty small. The dish was pretty tasty but I was unable to finish it because they serve large portions. There's also the fact that I ordered their famous ale and cheese soup. It was seriously good. My BF ordered the lobster mac and cheese which was pretty good also but the lobster was a bit too salty. The food could have been a bit more well prepared but it and the service make this place worthy of a visit if you are into American comfort food. The great selection of unique and award winning beers also help bring up the rating I gave this restaurant. Our server, who looked like Russell Crow, was pretty cool and attentive. A big plus was his knowledge of the food and beers. The decor is pretty cool. There were many people at the bar when we got there and the ambience was pretty good. It must get seriously good at night. Considering the fact I am not very much into American comfort food this place is not bad at all!

    (4)

  • Molly C.

    The main reason this is getting 4 stars is because of the food...absolutely delicious! Everyone at our table enjoyed what they ordered (which is actually a extremely rare thing for my family). The smoked salmon fish and chips was hands down the best version of fish and chips I've ever had. Perfect breading, texture was right on. The coleslaw was uniquely awesome as well. Spicy and different. The service, however, was lacking. Seems like our server specifically had too much to do, and seemed overwhelmed. She made errors on what we ordered, which we didn't really mind because the food made up for it. Though, I noticed she made errors at all the tables around us. Overall, we were happy to find a place that reminded us of our microbrewery-packed Michigan home!

    (4)

  • D. V.

    I had the hamburger with cheese and it was just ok. My husband had the Cobb Salad and I was sorry I didn't get that, it looked so good (he said it was excellent). The Shrimp Cocktail was also very good and a great deal. It was about $10 and you get eight large shrimp. Service was very good also.

    (4)

  • Andrew J.

    One of the highlights of a recent trip to St. Augy. Beautiful New Orleans style 2 story corner building with a big wrap around balcony with great views of the old city and intracoastal. Decent beer brewed on site and an extensive creative menu. Great happy hour too...$3 drafts.

    (4)

  • Agustina P.

    This was our first stop when we got in to St. Augustine and after this, no other restaurant could compare to how amazing A1A Ale Works is. From their superb service, to their beautiful terrace views and from the excellent food to their delicious beers. We were definitely spoiled. We went back to the bar for drinks and even though it was packed, the ambiance was very welcoming. I'd go back to St. Augustine just to eat here again.

    (5)

  • Jeff K.

    I'll maintain my four-star previous review for the restaurant/bar. I just want to add one thing to that review: their stout, called "A. Strange Stout" is truly excellent. This review though, is for the catering services. As I mentioned in my previous review, A1A was the caterer for our wedding reception since we had our reception at the Bayview Room upstairs and across the hall. They have a really large selection of menu options to choose from, and while I don't remember off the top of my head which hors d'oeuvres we selected, our entrées were a garlic-stuffed filet mignon and chicken marsala. We got rave reviews for both of them, and nobody said a single bad thing about any of it. I had the filet, and I loved it. The staff was incredible, moving quickly among the tables but never being in the way. Everything went beautifully. The coordinator Beth Hulburt was excellent, ensuring us early on that there would be no problem making separate meals for any vegetarians that might come. When we got a last-minute request from one of my friends to bring a guest, she promised that the guest would have a meal even though our final numbers were due in long before. It was a great experience all around. Thanks again to everyone involved!

    (5)

  • Kate K.

    Great food, service and atmosphere. Indoor and outdoor seating upstairs. Full bar and live music downstairs. Our party ordered the dill salmon dish, bbq chicken and steak. All were great. Server was very attentive. Strawberry soda from the bar was great.

    (5)

  • Hue L.

    We were there 9/2012 for a day visit. What a gorgeous setting!!! I had the seafood paella and my husband had the shrimp and grits. Great tasting beer and drinks: love their mojito. Fantastic view from the balcony. Great location next to the harbor and historical sites.

    (5)

  • N E.

    The restaurant is situated overlooking the harbor of St Augustine. Beautiful historic Louisiana style architecture with plenty of wrought iron details. The service is very good, the views are great, the food is marginal at best. I started with the lump crab cake appetizer which was a bit doughy (eg lots of filler bread crumb) and overcooked, the remoulade sauce was very good and barely saved the dish. The lobster bisque was excellent, however lacked any chunks of lobster meat. I asked for white bread, they typically serve a dark beer type bread which had to have been better than the dry baguette I was served. The chicken piccata was cooked fine, the sauce and overall quality of the dish I would rate at 4/10. The rice served with the chicken was good but again not the focus of the dish. My friend had the tuna sandwich which was a low quality piece of belly meat, light in color, not very impressive. The tuna sandwich was marginal and more in line with a beach front burger stand. I could have gotten a better quality piece of fish at a bait store --- Overall -- a place to have a micro brew or cocktail -- there is little value in the entrees

    (3)

  • John M.

    I had one of the best meals I had in a while here at this restaurant. We had lunch there on a Tuesday afternoon. What started out as a light lunch turned out to be an amazing smorgasboard. Our server, Casey, was amazing. Both my wife and I ordered the in-house root beer, which was some of the best I ever tasted. Casey kept all of the drinks filled and was incredibly warm and knowledgeable. Refills on the Ale Works rootbeer were, to my surprise, free. I think I broke a few health codes on that one. As a last-second addition, I decided to try the lobster bisque, but Casey recommended I try the beer cheese soup so I did. I'm so glad I tried it; it was by far one of the best soups I've ever eaten-flavorful down to the last. I was disappointed I hadn't ordered a bowl. I ordered the nachos with chicken and chorizo sausage as a main course. There were way too many nachos for one person to consume, but I won't say I didn't try! My wife ordered the crab cake sliders, and she couldn't even finish them but said they were wonderful. My father-in-law ordered the bread pudding and declared it "the second best" he had ever eaten--second only to New Orleans!--so that is high praise. Prices were what I expected to pay, and I left happy and full. Wish I had more time in St. Augustine so I could come back again, but I highly recommend it.

    (5)

  • Richard W.

    Had lunch here with friends. Ordinary pub food made more enjoyable by the friendly efficient service. We ate in the bar because the wait for the restaurant was too long.

    (3)

  • Jeff G.

    Lobster & shrimp tacos were pretty good. Really liked the crispy corn tortilla followed up with a toasted but still pliable flour tortilla on the outside which acted as a net for all the crunchy break-away bits. Kind of subdued lobster and shrimp flavor though, make it just okay. Solid IPA and Brown. Happy hour eats are lacking as they only offer wings but at $3 off and wings are what your after them you'll be happy. Worth mentioning is the wings are fried and then have the preferred sauce added. Fried and then sauced is my preference. Didn't try them though...this time.

    (4)

  • Kilee D.

    Great place, great food, wonderful location! We sat in the bar area which was first come first serve so we didn't have to wait! I got fish tacos & the sangria (which was decent). Service was prompt & waitress was friendly. Good view too!

    (5)

  • Marty T.

    Hadn't been there in a while but it has really changed since I was there last. Party of 5 and 4 of us were disappointed with our meals. Don't waste your money on the Kobe Sliders or the crab cake sliders. Both we're not good and I'm sorry but if 4 out of 5 people finish with most of their food on the plate, I would expect a good server to ask if everything was okay or if there was issues with the food. No such luck, our server just took all the food away without even asking how everything was.

    (2)

  • Daniel C.

    During a recent visit to town, my colleague highly recommended this location for dinner. I must say, the few from the second story balcony overlooking the 'Bridge of Lions' was very nice! The let down...walking in through the bar area...I could choke on the strong smell of stale beer. Brought back flash backs from college. Not certain I would eat down there..?!?! We proceeded up stairs where they sat us very quickly. We sat next to a young group a 'girls' that were smoking like chimneys. Somewhat disappointing when the smoke is swirling all around you trying to eat. For dinner..I had the chopped salad and prosciutto encrusted snapper. The chopped salad was quite good. The snapper was slightly dry with very little flavor (in my opinion). The waitress said 'it was her favority...' Maybe she was lacking taste buds?? Or, possibly the chef had a weak moment?? Not certain. BUT, for me, I will pass on this entree next time. The third star added for the few, otherwise, I would have provided this location a two star score. The ultimate question..would I return. The short answer, yes..the location is very nice.

    (3)

  • Ally F.

    It was alright. Their beers lack complexity, and the grouper sandwich we got was overpriced and way under seasoned. They need to amp up their food game if they aren't going to have the highest quality brews. The beer cheese soup was the saving grace for this place.

    (3)

  • Amy Z.

    Really enjoyed their beers, food, and band. In a touristy destination, almost every place has live music, but these guys were really quite good. We got nachos (humongous serving) and coconut shrimp...both very good. We enjoyed their beers and service as well.

    (5)

  • Ray N.

    We had a gift card to use up, and I'm glad it was used up - we won't be back. The lobster and shrimp tacos were not as good as I expected and sat under the warmer way too long. The veggies on to were wilted! Service was at best mediocre. And the place was extreme my noisy. We won't be back, there are too many other excellent places to eat. The IPA was good, but the poor service and mediocre food wasn't worth it. I'll find another beer on tap somewhere else next time. Pass on this place, explore your options before settling on this place!

    (2)

  • Lola T.

    Wonderful cheese soup! Hubby had a burger special that was good also. One friend had a grouper sandwich, she said it was over cooked. Another friend had peanut chicken special and thought it was great. Good selection of beer. Service was friendly and attentive. Only problem was we didn't get our 10% discount. Discussed it with the server upon ordering but we forgot to check until we were already gone. As much our fault as it was hers. Best part if the meal was our seats, sitting outside overlooking the water with the boats and sunshine, TOP NOTCH!

    (4)

  • Tuck S.

    Just finished the steak medallions and shrimp. Tough steak and chewy shrimp. Can't recommend either. On the upside they still brew some great beers. But this will be our only time for dinner.

    (3)

  • Kristin D.

    1.5 hours later still no food. Horrible staffing. On a Friday night they should staff their restaurant appropriate

    (1)

  • H. H.

    Nice outdoor seating, nice day, nice lager, nice waiter, very nice portobello sandwich. I maybe would have liked something other than French fries, but whatever.

    (4)

  • Steve L.

    Great location overlooking harbor. Great onsite brews, salmon fish and chips some of best I've ever had, calamari tender and tasty with yummy dipping sauce. All priced reasonably with good service and upbeat atmosphere!

    (4)

  • Diana M.

    This is a cool place to stop in and try out their beers but their food is just meh. The beer cheese soup is excellent and I wish I would have just gotten a bowl and called it dinner. I don't care for seafood, so I asked for a simple BLT. The bread was eh, the bacon burned, and it really wasn't anything to write home about.

    (3)

  • Ronni S.

    Great hand crafted beers and wonderful water views, BUT the food left a lot to be desired. Hamburger was overcooked. Ahi tuna salad was not good quaiity. Too expensive for the quality of the food. There is better food elsewhere in this wonderful city, but a nice place for beers.

    (2)

  • Rebecca D.

    Great food and nice atmosphere! Our server was really knowledgeable about the menu and the beer selection and made great recommendations. We started with the crab and artichoke dip served with crostini and it was wonderful. Between the four of us we had shrimp and grits, fried seafood platter, grouper, ale and cheddar soup, and the crab BLT. Everything was fresh and delicious, and the Irish Red ale was a great compliment to the food! Definitely a new favorite in St. Augustine!

    (4)

  • Thomas W.

    Tuna .. Just ok Crab cakes ... Amazing anf tangy Lobster and shrimp tacos .... yummy! Great view if you sit on the balcony!

    (4)

  • Ophelia B.

    A place with a view. I love the calamari with wasabi sauce here. Being into calamari. I'm use to getting served calamari with aioli sauce or marinara. Here they serve it with wasabi sauce and marinara(if requested). Their beer sampler is fun too. I have yet to sample their seasonal Lavendar beer. I heard it tastes "girly". Avoid the place if it is too crowded. Second floor with a view of the water is divine. Great place to meet friends and have drinks.

    (5)

  • Tina K.

    Excellent beer. The fish and chips is delicious pink salmon. The calamari is perfect, with an aioli sauce that was to die for. The waiter was most prompt, and the bar area is clean, smells great, and has awesome music and great views of the bridge and ocean.

    (5)

  • Joy B.

    ATMOSPHERE PLUS A VIEW! Nice rooftop restaurant with seating overlooking the center of the city of St. Augustine. Beautiful view! Building built in 1888. Orig. Wood floors! Reasonably priced pub-type casual restaurant with lots of craft beers that they brew on site. I stopped in for appetizers -had the chicken and black bean quesadilla with guacamole, sour cream and fresh pico de gallo which was excellent! -Spicy, lots of flavor. House salad with a good size with lots of vegetables and two different kinds of cheeses. The grilled banana split dessert with poundcake & jam, vanilla ice cream, toasted coconut & pecans was very tasty but a disappointment because they used a very green, unripe banana (why)? which was starchy & not sweet :( Excellent service, good atmosphere, pleasant waitress. I can see now why this place was packed until well after 10p.m. Great place to go with friends or just to hang out. Can't wait to try the white chocolate and sour dried cherry bread pudding with butter rum sauce next time! Be sure to look for the free appetizer ($9 value) coupon code on your receipt good for a free appetizer with entree purchase next time you dine if you fill out the customer questionnaire online! Would highly recommend.

    (4)

  • Doug K.

    Looking for a lunch spot while visiting St. Augustine, I decided to dine at the A1A Aleworks, because after all, Highway A1A is as Floridian as palm trees and alligators. The restaurant is centrally located near the Bridge of Lions. I was quickly seated by the bar and served promptly. I had ordered a refreshing King Street Light Lager and a sesame tuna sandwich. The sesame tuna sandwich was tasty, yet nothing special, but a little less well done than my usual liking (but this is how the server recommended it) and a little more expensive than what I'd expect for lunch.

    (3)

  • Daniel M.

    The microbrews are good but not great. That said, the barley and cheese soup here is worth the stop by itself. Simply delicious, and very reasonably priced. They did a beer here a couple of years ago that was a Black IPA, and it was truly phenomenal. I keep hoping that they will make it a regular feature.

    (3)

  • Cathy F.

    My husband does not enjoy the IPA/Hipster beer culture. He would rather sit back with a Coor's Lite and eat a steak.....by the end of the evening, Sam , our bartender , educated my husband. We ate at the bar and Sam gave us a education in craft brews, ipa brews etc. We purchased a sampler for 6.00 that included 6 beers. In the end my husband had a Long Island Iced T, but he loved the beer cheese soup that Sam suggested. It was awesome and comes with bread so a great deal for 5.00. We split the seafood lime pasta, and that was good, kind of like Alfredo with shrimp and crab and a hint of lime. By listening to Sam we saved a lot of money and even purchased a shirt for 14.00, and my husband was able to watched the NFL games in the bar.

    (5)

  • Mary S.

    Atmosphere food drinks and view are all amazing. I have to have the fish tacos every time i visit St. Augustine.

    (5)

  • Rick F.

    Went here weekend before last with my wife and friend for my birthday - this is probably the fifth time we've been back in two years. I've never ordered anything from A1A that didn't taste incredible and wasn't priced well. Generally we've gone around lunch time but I've never had to experience any wait - I can only assume that is more of an issue with the dinner crowd or we just got lucky. The service has always been great and this time was no exception. My friend and I got the buffalo mozzarella stuffed meatballs and my wife got their grilled cheese. Both were amazing. In the past I've also had their chicken and avocado club which I would highly recommend as well. Their red brick ale is also delicious. We always get an outside seat on the balcony and no matter where we've been seated the view has been wonderful. I really need to try more restaurants in St. Augustine - that city has so much to offer - but this place is always hard to pass up.

    (5)

  • Kristine E.

    Great central location with large windows facing the marina. Good service, good drinks, and outstanding food (crab BLT and key lime cheesecake are wonderful).

    (4)

  • Angelita D.

    I went here 2 times now and the food was not so good. I got a pasta and it was watery and no salt no pepper! No taste at all. Our service was awful and had to wait for 20 minutes just to get a water. Next time I visit at Augustine I'm just going to explore a new restaurant.

    (2)

  • Lily F.

    Spent a few days in St. Augustine and stopped by this place for dinner. The food was absolutely amazing, the drinks were great, and the bartenders were extremely helpful. There was also a band playing live which was a definite plus.

    (4)

  • Sonny D.

    It was pretty good. Locals kept recommending it which I thought was odd because it seems touristy. We were looking for something a little more local and authentic but surprisingly didn't have much luck. But it's got a nice little porch seating area with a good view. I got the cheese soup (because you all told me too!) And it was ok I guess. Though after my first taste the first thing I thought was it was queso just as a soup. Mahi Mahi sandwich was better than expected. The lobster bisque a bit runny. I'd recommend it, I guess, I wouldn't necessarily hurry back.

    (3)

  • Tracey A.

    "A1A Ale was A-OK" Great local to pop in on your stroll through St. Augustine. Good beer for sure. Both times I've been the food is average but the wait staff attentive. Fun, but loud, live music fills the place. Not ideal to watch a game like a typical bar. Just not too special over all.

    (3)

  • Danielle G.

    I really love A1A. I went twice in the 6 days I was in St Augustine. The first time, there was a wait so we had a drink at the bar - Sean was awesome - and they were out of cheese soup which is what I wanted to try since someone had recommended it, because they were out they comped dessert for us. A couple nights later, I went again and sat at the bar the whole time. Again, Sean was the best and the cheese soup was seriously delicious!!

    (5)

  • Dana J.

    This place came highly recommended but I can't see why. The service was ok, the waitress was nice enough. We were close to the kitchen (it's all open) so my husband watched as my food sat in the heat lamps a good 5 minutes before his was even done. We laughed a bit when the waitress told us my plate was hot (a sign its been sitting in the heat lamps awhile). My husband got the burger and it was overdone. The menu is pretty diverse which I didn't notice much of from the other places in town. Good have been much better though.

    (3)

  • Tommy B.

    Good friendly attentive service. Very reasonable drink prices. $2 house beers and $5 specialty cocktails during happy hour.

    (4)

  • Lord Byron V.

    My girlfriend and me stayed in St. Augustine one night on our trip up to... (nobody cares). We passed by this establishment while strolling around taking in the sites, and decided that since it was unusually frickin' hot out we would indeed like to partake in some libations. We entered A1A Aleworks and immediately eyeballed the bar, which was unfortunately full. A hostess was quick to read our minds for our seat preferences and quickly informed us that there was another bar upstairs. Happily, we galloped up yonder. We arrived at the upstairs bar and there was indeed two seats open that we snagged up right away. It was quite quite busy, and many agitated looking senior citizens stood at the bar apparently waiting to close out their tabs. The bartender, Marc, informed us that he would be right with us in a moment, to which we replied that we were obviously in no hurry. This Marc fellow was working this upstairs bar solo, and over the next 10 minutes my girlfriend and me guesstimated that he must have made like 40-50 drinks for people. The guy was simply a ninja. Still though, we heard gripes and groans from agitated senior citizen tourists complaining about the wait time... even though he was visibly working his ass off in front of them. After the madness calmed down we learned that it was end of happy hour, which sorta explained the mayhem. I ordered a sampler (consists of seven, 3-ounce glasses) of all their brews and was pleasantly delighted with them all, their "Strange Stout" being my favorite. We didn't have any food but eyeballing the menu they seemed to have some good sounding options. Overall, these 5 stars mainly go to our bartender for his courageous ability to not punch obnoxiously stupid customers in the facehole. Though this place is alright though and I'd definitely return.

    (5)

  • Teresa L.

    As the restaurant name indicates, the A1A Aleworks sits right on A1A in the heart of St. Augustine. We were mostly interested in finding someplace we could sit outside and that had a full bar (a little hard to find in St. A) and this place fit the bill. It is operated by the same large-ish company that manages the Gordon Biersch and Rock Bottom Brewing Company brew pubs so I wasn't terribly surprised when everything was pretty much adequate. I had the house-made potato chips with blue cheese sauce (a personal weakness) and they were decent. I also had a couple of acceptable if not terribly memorable beers. Had it been less of a hot day I would have tried the beer soup that so many rave about. The real stand out here is the view from the balcony. It is quite a pleasant place to sit on a fine spring afternoon in St. Augustine and sip beer and nosh on chips. I'd certainly come here to drink beer and watch the world go by again.

    (3)

  • Matt C.

    Awesome bar, awesome location. It's a great spot to come and people watch with all the large windows facing the corners of King St. and A1A. Food is good, not great, but very good. The beers are excellent and the service has always been great as well. Targets a little more of the tourist crowd due to its location but there is still a good stronghold of locals as well. Every time I go to St. Augustine this is a mandatory stop.

    (4)

  • Stephen Y.

    Ate here last night. What a great time. There were ten of us and our waitress Samantha was outstanding! We ordered a little a bit of everything and took awhile to do so but Samantha never lost her cool and was so helpful. The crab dip was super delicious. I grabbed the seared ahi tuna and wow! I highly recommend! Everyone in our party loved everything they got! Can't wait to head back to enjoy the downstairs bar which was rocking!

    (5)

  • Tia H.

    I came here with my boyfriend to grab a few drinks before dinner. We sat at the gorgeous copper bar and were greeted warmly and quickly by the bar tender. We decided on the beer sampler since they brew their own and I've got to say I was impressed. Even their IPA was delicious, and I am usually not a fan of any IPA. I decided to go with the cucumber gimlet and let me tell you, this was the best cocktail I have ever ordered at a bar. If I didn't live in Atlanta I would be here every weekend, cucumber gimlet in hand!

    (5)

  • Michael B.

    2 people, burgers and soup, no alcohol - 57.00. Lousy. Inattentive service makes this the last visit here. Beer soup was tasty, but not worth the aggravation.

    (2)

  • Lisa S.

    Come in with low expectations and you'll be satisfied. There were 4 of us, two ordered the Kobe Beef Burger, one had the burger special, and the fourth ordered the honey Dijon chicken sandwich. Everything was frozen, not fresh. Paying $14 for a Kobe beef burger we were a little up set that it tasted and looked exactly like the burger special. We also had the limited time only beer which was a red ale, but was extremely watered down. Everything was rather inexpensive relative to other restaurants in the area, but I've had a Kobe beef burger other places, paid the same amount, and it was a million times better. Not worth the money.

    (1)

  • Rickster P.

    In a word (OK, maybe two) ... "ho hum" I decide if I should give a "2" or "3" this way: If I could go back, it gets a three; if not, a two. This one is a two. We are unlikely to go back. This is a popular place and the four of us went there last week primarily on the basis of Yelp reviews. In brief: They did not one beer we ordered "we're out and have no idea when they will brew some more." All of us agreed the food was "just OK" -- not excellent or even particularly good. Example: The lobster quesadilla did not have the FAINTEST taste of lobster. But, we suppose this is a place that is "cool" and that's why it generally gets good reviews. (One previous reviewer said "Pretty much adequate" -- a bit generous, I think. Here is a restaurant that can, and should, be avoided.

    (2)

  • Darcy P.

    I went here for dinner around 9 because apparently everywhere else downtown was closed (I'm sure that's not true but my hotel listed 4 places and this one seemed the best). Surprisingly, they were already on their late-night only menu. it was a thursday night so that was surprising, but hey. so, my 3 stars is based on that experience. the late night menu is pretty much bar food, though a little bit pricier than normal brewpub bar food. I opted for chicken quesadillas at bartenders rec (i sat at bar). they were big and good, though let's be honest, I actually don't usually even order quesadillas because I make them a lot at home bc they are quick, cheap and easy. and i usually like mine better because they have tastier veggies or cheese in them. but that just makes me sound like a jerk. anyway, these were in a tomato jalapeno tortilla that bizarrely tasted kind of sweet. I didn't love it but the taste was subtle. it said it came with guac but it was more like salsa with a smattering of avocado--and even that was like a spoonful worth (seriously, it was more red than green). and it wasn't enough to cover in a thin layer one of the three wedges of ques. also had sour cream and more salsa. it did have lots of shredded and seasoned chicken in it, so was more chickeny than cheesy, which was actually good. said it had black beans in it, too, but i wished it had more. overall, just fine but i wouldn't order again (though would have a bite if someone else did!). the rest of the menu looked better but i didn't get to see or try anything since "late night". the bartenders were super nice and helpful. great service and just nice genuine-seeming guys. the beer was good but mostly because I was looking forward to a dinner more along the lines of fish and a glass of wine, I ordered a cocktail instead. I did taste several of the beers and they were fine. none were terrible and none were awesome. but, see note above about awesome bartenders as to why i had so many samples (and i didn't ask for them!). I'd def go back to have drinks and hang out with a group but prob not for dinner. oh and they were supposed to close at 12 but because it was kind of slow said they were closing at 11. not a big deal and I was gone before then, but just a note to anyone going out in this area during one of the slower times ( which I guess includes thurs before a huge, soldout weekend) call ahead to check :)

    (3)

  • Shawn J.

    Very good crab bisque. Great beer selection. Beer was uber cold. The entire family enjoyed their meal. Service was somewhat lacking, like maybe someone called in sick and they were shorthanded. I always hate to see a good waitress stretched too thin, covering too many tables.

    (4)

  • Amanda D.

    The best grilled cheese sandwich I have ever had!!! The artisan grilled cheese sandwich and a cold beer really hits the spot when sightseeing through this historic city. The blue cheese chips and chicken quesadillas were out of this world as well. Stayed in St. Augustine for 3 days and ate here 3 times!!!

    (5)

  • Julie B.

    Two stars: 1 for the view and 1 for the soup. That's about it. What a bad idea. My boyfriend and I were looking for a quick and casual lunch on a gorgeous day in St. Augustine. We've read the reviews for A1A, both good and bad, and decided to give it a shot. Mistake. Highly dis-organized. We walked in the door and had no less than 5 employees walk past us - sometimes stopping to look at us then move on - without any idea of where to get a table. Finally, a couple walked in behind us, then around us and a gruff older gentleman finally shoved menus at them and barked to go upstairs for a table (still ignored us, though). We finally made it upstairs and someone finally acknowledged us and led us on a random trail through the restaurant looking for a table that was open. We scored one on the balcony thankfully, and the view was lovely, but that was a high point. Craft beers? That doesn't always mean they're remarkable. My boyfriend loves stouts so he ordered their A Strange Stout. Thin, bland, and with barely any head. Just awful. He couldn't get more than a few sips in. Oh, and by the way, their servers need a better way to describe that stout than just saying "It's like Guinness!". No, it is not. Not all stouts are made equal. I had their Homemade Root Beer and it was like drinking straight syrup with a little bit of bubbles. Nothing special at all. The beer cheese soup was the other high point of the visit. It deserves a star all by itself. It was lovely, I must hand it to them. Rich without being too thick. Savory and balanced in flavor. Quite delicious. Our entrees, however, were pretty awful. I had the Blue Crab BLT half sandwich, and really feel they should have advertised that what I was getting was a mushy, mayo-saturated, fishy-smelling salad. It wasn't inedible, but not what I was expecting at all. It made my bread and veggies all soggy. Thank goodness for bacon is all I'm saying. My slaw wasn't bad, though, and kinda spicy in a good way. My boyfriend ordered the "Sesame Tuna over a bed of crispy fried spinach". What he got was an uneven and inadequately-cooked piece of fish over a scattering of disintegrating green dust. This spinach was...weird...and thoroughly gross. We thought there had been a mistake, and our very kind server informed us the kitchen uses a special process to flash fry. It was, however, disgusting. Inedible. Our server offered to replace it with something else, but we were pretty much done with the whole experience. Our actual server was very kind and did the best he could (though service seemed a little slow because he appeared to be only able to accomplish one thing at a time - like one drink at a time). The food, however, and the general organization of the place, really made the experience unfortunate. We had passed this place so many times, and finally wanted to try, and now we wished we hadn't. It is a real shame.

    (2)

  • Ginger B.

    Service is hit or miss when you eat downstairs. Great location and food is pretty good. I really like their grilled chicken and avocado sandwich. Prices aren't too bad either. Would recommend if you were close by and wanted a quick bite.

    (3)

  • Sue J.

    A1A always delivers high quality food with a great view. Service tends to be a little more laid back than I'd prefer but the food comes out in a reasonable amount of time, and it's delicious!

    (4)

  • Daniel M.

    Pleasantly surprised by the food. Crab cake sliders were great. Loved the craft beer.

    (4)

  • Patty G.

    A1A was our stop for a drink one night. We asked to sit upstairs and outside on the balcony. We had a great view of the bay and bridge. The bar downstairs was hopping and the restaurant upstairs was fairly full too. Since we didn't have much food, I can't comment on how good or horrible it may be. But what we did have, I'll tell you about. The HOT chicken wings: VERY good in my book. The crab/lobster [?] enchiladas were too salty. The beer we had was really good. Can't remember which though. The ambiance is very laid-back and relaxed. And that's all I have to say about that.

    (3)

  • Fogger A.

    great location and good beers on tap. Good place to go for fresh fish and good beer, all at a reasonable price and good people watching. I like sitting at the bar downstairs.

    (4)

  • Jason K.

    their food is great (large portions and fresh) i got the cheddar beer soup and half sandwhich. The bread was fresh and the soup was to die for also if you are there make sure you get the ROOT BEER!!!! and do yourself a favor and some to go. If you are a root beer fan you must stop and have some

    (4)

  • Joseph L.

    This place is terrible The chicken quesedilla's are made with ground (pureed) chicken. It looked like cat food. It was so horrible that we did all we could just to get the awful taste out of our mouths.The cheese soup was okay but not not very warm The lobster bisque that my wife got was just ok seemed a litle bland to me.The lobster tacos were more like lobster "wraps." The little bit of lobster that was discovered inside was extremely mushy. Definitely not fresh. The only reason that it deserves 1 star is... Good beer. This is a bar. MAKE NO MISTAKE!. FOOD IS not tops on the agenda . If you want to go out drinking and then want a bit to munch on, this is a good place for you. If you are seeking a place for good food, you will be severely disappointed. This is not a place for sober people. Even the menus we got were nasty -- covered with food stains

    (1)

  • David F.

    They brew their own beers and have an impressive wine & drink list. 15 appetizers to choose from, 8 salads, a couple of soups, and a seafood inspired menu that is wonderful. 6 desserts, too. I have been here twice and been impressed both times. The Ale and Cheese Soup is good.

    (4)

  • Andrea H.

    Great spot for lunch...delicious salads, fresh fish and great location with views looking twds the Lions Gate Bridge on the bay. If you are in the area and are hungry, they have a nice variety on their menu. Stop in and try it out.

    (4)

  • Kim W.

    I have been here numerous times, over the years. A fantastic, casual place to eat and drink in St. Augustine. I have never had anything bad here. The food is always top notch. You especially need to try the cheese soup. It is heavenly. My daughter and I stopped in, the last time we were in St. Augustine, just for the cheese soup.

    (5)

  • Mike W.

    My boyfriend and I wound up here on a Friday night mainly because we came into St. Augustine a bit late in the night (around ten) and not many things downtown, even on a Friday, seemed to be open or else seemed ready to close for the night. Columbia's and Raintree are in my book the two best places to dine in St. Augustine but they were a little more expensive and the hour was late, so we looked for something more casual and doing a strong business despite the late hour. A1A Aleworks seemed a safe bet. The downstairs bar was doing a great business and the upstairs dining area was pretty busy too. As others have already noted, this is not a place so much for locals but for tourists, but that said it seems like a place which should be able to serve up decent, if not great, food. I was not asking for an adventure here, but for the prices something cooked from scratch and tasty would be fine. We ordered a nachos platter which was made, for reasons I cannot even guess at, with some sort of potato chips instead of corn chips. It came with not enough cheese and dry pieces of chicken. Not impressive at all. We also both ordered sandwiches: I ordered a crab salad BLT sandwich and my boyfriend got an ahi tuna sandwich. Mine was ok, but not anything special while his was pretty good but too small, in his opinion. We also ordered the white chocolate bread pudding for dessert which was alright, but really would have been better without the white chocolate. I don't understand why these type of restaurants (somewhat upscale chain places) try to be coy with things like bread pudding and add white chocolate and other non-traditional additions to a dessert that is already plenty sweet and plenty rich. The bar downstairs was mainly a rag-tag crew of cougars and dudes in Guy Harvey shirts. It's very apparent that the money here is made on the liqour and not the food. Still, I think we made the best bet in going somewhere still doing a good business at this late (for St. Augustine) hour instead of going somewhere that the staff were all looking to close up shop and head home. As things were, the waitress was ok, but not overly helpful, funny, nice or much else. We overtipped her, if anything. Here's a Blue's Clue you can all use: places that have names like "kickin'" or "bangin'" in the name of the dishes or too many dishes making use of mango or Key lime as selling points are normally not very good and often are about the same as a Ruby Tuesday's with about a five dollar per dish increase in price, but little more. I like places that are real: I don't like chains in general nor do I like overly trendy places that older gay men frequent and call "delish" . . . I like really real places, whether high-end or low-end, places that know what they're about and don't try to sell an elaborate marketing ploy but instead sell real food. A1A Aleworks is more beer and business plan than anything else.

    (2)

  • John C.

    Great place and location in St. Augustine. The jambalaya was very good. Blackened Mahi sandwich was spicy and we swapped black beans and rice for the fries. My daughter had the salmon Cesar which was excellent. This is our third time here and it is constantly great quality food and service.

    (4)

  • Jesse C.

    Can't say enough good things about A1A Aleworks. They have a great beer list with beers they brew themselves. The Lighthouse Lager is great but my favorite is the A. Strange Stout, so good. Beer aside, the food is really good too. I've had their wings and one of the salads. both were exceptional. The only thing that is bad is they often close around 11PM since they are technically a restaurant. Don't expect a late night stop here. Great location in downtown St. Augustine!

    (4)

  • Stacey S.

    I really wanted to love this place. What a cool location with a great view. The beer is great and that is the only reason for the third star. The service left something to be desired. Throughout our meal, my husband and I wondered several times if we had been forgotten. Empty drinks, no water, no bread. And even after promises of bringing things, they came very slowly. The food is alright. You will leave here thinking, that dish was good but it could have been great if... Then you will see your bill and wish you had spent the money somewhere more worth the cost. Go have a beer here, but eat somewhere else. If you read this and go anyway, I'm betting you will agree with me.

    (3)

  • Sundi P.

    A friend of ours recommended this place and it is very cool as it is right across from the Bridge of Lions so it is a nice view if you get right next to the window. We ordered portabello sandwiches which were good, but we're not beer drinkers so I think if you liked beer, you might like this place more.

    (3)

  • Mandie W.

    Eating here was a must on my trip to St. Augustine. Amazing location with a great view! The food was pretty good on our visit. Cheese stuffed meatballs had a wonderful oak flavor. The lobster bisque was delicious and perfect for the cold rainy weather outside. We will defiantly go back on our next trip!

    (5)

  • Jessica I.

    Tasty beers and a friendly setting in the heart of the tourist district. The beer is solid, and there actually seemed to be local regulars there, which was a nice surprise. I did not eat here, but the menu looked like typical safe bar food geared toward the masses.

    (3)

  • Trevor S.

    I spent 3 days in St. Augustine and I ate here twice. The smoked salmon fish and chips were out of this world. The seared ahi was off the chain. The beer is great, too. Make sure you stop in. Fantastic stuff across the board.

    (5)

  • DonPaul N.

    The A1A brewery is a landmark in downtown St. Augustine. If you like: -Craft Beer -Creatively prepared local cusine -Sitting outside on the second floor balcony while enjoying the above two ...then you might like the A1A. Favorite Dish: We started with a sampler of the brewery's beers (they brew their own, and only sell their own, so don't ask for a Budweiser, philistine). I settled on the stout with it's complex balance of I-don't-know-what flavors. Let just say it was freakin' awesome. They have daily specials, so I ordered one which was a sesame marinaded Mahi-Mahi with white rice and grilled peppers. F-A, yet again. My girlfriend ordered salmon with Jamaican Jerk seasoning. My friend, had smoked salmon fish & chips (the salmon was smoked in-house). they were both happy with their orders, Even if you don't eat there (and there are plenty of other places to try) I at least recommend stopping in to try the brews.

    (4)

  • Peter Y.

    I am extremely biased about A1A. We've been coming here for 20 some years. The food is always above average, the beer is always better than next door (however you define that) the the view of the old Lion's Bridge is always amazing. We never miss this place. We have never been disappointed. The staff has always been over friendly the food spot on. Like I said. I'm biased. We love this place.

    (5)

  • Jennifer W.

    This place was fun! They don't take reservations but we told them we'd be coming in at a specific time with a table for 10-11. They gave us a table for 8 which was really hard to squeeze 3 more people in. The table was not set with any flatware of napkins. Even after our food arrived, we had been given 1 utensil with our plate but we needed more, like a fork, knife and napkin. The waitress seemed preoccupied and did not provide enough service. Assumed & gave us a refill rather than a change of drink. I was not that impressed with the Root Beer, would have asked for a Pepsi or Coke 2nd time around. I like fresh good Root Beer, this seemed bland, watered down and not sweet. Know when you get a drink fresh and it feels like its been sitting in that glass and they simply poured more ice on top to double it? Not sure if you should drink fast before it gets worse or just deal with it, its only a drink. And who do you ask for a new drink, do we have wait staff? The food was okay. I had the Cheese Soup, asked for Bread but she never brought me any. My sister had ordered a cup of cheese soup. Waitress asked her do you want a salad or side with that, she said yes, a salad. Next I ordered but had not heard my sister order and said the same size cup of soup. Then asked, is there a salad that comes with it? I guess not so then ordered a side salad. It was wierd because when she brought both of our orders, they were essentially the same but mine cost more because I did not know it was a soup and salad option like she asked my sister if she wanted. The Stars here are for the Good Company at my table in a Pretty City. The soup was pretty good but with all the mistakes it was pretty disapointing. Very nice location, but need to park and walk several blocks. They need to work on there issues this day. I am sure the party who paid the tab tipped this girl too much.

    (3)

  • Kimberly D.

    Yummy beer (the seasonal wheat is really really good), delicious food, and service was great! I had the crab BLT and it was awesome! I've had it before and it was, once again, delicious! The bread on the sandwich is so soft and yummy but it didn't fall apart while holding in all the crab and bacon. Hubby had the shrimp and lobster tacos and he said they were really good. He said they had a great amount of flavor and the rice and beans were very tasty. We are here for a long weekend and will probably make a second trip there :)

    (5)

  • Daisy D.

    It's been quite a while since I made it down to A1A, though I have been back a couple times since my last review. And if parking wasn't such a bear, I might go more often. A friend of mine was celebrating her birthday and everybody was meeting up for dinner. They had made reservations for the balcony, which is really the only place worth sitting, in my opinion. I settled on the shrimp & grits for dinner. There was so much going on in the dish with all the 'extras' that the simplicity of the dish was lost. Don't get me wrong, I love bacon. And while I'm not the biggest fan of mushrooms, I'm willing to try them. But when I order shrimp & grits, I hope for a dish that lets those two things shine. Neither of which happened in this dish. Our table in the group was a table of five and did our best not to drive the waitress crazy. We were surprised at the fact that they actually took the time to separate our checks. We were all fully prepared with cash and weren't expecting them to accommodate us that way.

    (3)

  • Cheryl S.

    Food: fantastic. View: incredible. Beer: excellent. That pretty much sums it up!

    (5)

  • Katie M.

    We were looking for a place to get a late dinner (past 9 p.m.) which proves difficult during the week in St. Augustine. But this place served until 10 so it was kind of our only choice. Going by reviews I read it was pretty much what I expected. Nothing fabulous, but it wasn't terrible. Just meh. I had the salmon cesar salad and my salmon was cold. Also the lobster bisque, which was good, but not the best I've had. Boyfriend had the beer cheese soup which was tasty. He did really like the beer he ordered. The service was great...our waitress was really nice. Atmosphere is nice as well. Might just be a good place to go for drink and apps.

    (2)

  • Colln H.

    It was a great experience. There is great food, beer and the service was amazing. If you are in the area stop by and check it out. Sean did a great job, he is an awesome bartender and provided excellent service.

    (5)

  • Chris C.

    Good beer at decent prices for being smack in the middle of one of our nation's most popular tourist districts.

    (4)

  • Jef H.

    The food is much better than the beer, but the beer is pretty dang good. Love the shrimp and grits as well as the seafood tacos.

    (4)

  • Gig B.

    2 people, no cocktails with appetizer and lunch: $53.00. Do the beer cheese soup, to die for! Buffalo stuffed meatballs, and jambalaya were superb. Beth was the exceptional server. Remember, to sit upstairs. We were told to get a discount coupon from some local tourist publication...couldn't find it.

    (5)

  • Stephan C.

    This is a little brew pub restaurant in downtown St Augustine. The micro brews are very good. The food is average to above average. I've found the meals here were good but I was there to sample the micro brews. It's located on the second floor overlooking the bay. It's very beautiful view is worth the visit if nothing else.

    (4)

  • Julie F.

    I am giving a 3 star bc although the fried custard dessert is wonderful....the damn staff can never get it right. One time you come and it is floating in rum sauce. Next time you visit, there is almost no sauce. We came today with a party of 9 JUST for the custard. We explained to the waitress about the inconsistency of the food preparation and made it a point to tell her to get it right. The custards came out with almost no sauce. After telling her we need more, we waited to get what should hv come out right the first time. Aggravating. Hands down the best fried custard ever.

    (3)

  • Brittany M.

    Delicious food and excellent service !!! Such a nice place and house made beers were delicious. I hear upstairs is the place to be but we sat downstairs at the bar and it was great!

    (4)

  • Chris W.

    Fanfare= overblown. Wait was long, bartender tried to switch my wife to a higher-priced wine without our knowledge. In my napkin, I found a knife and a cocktail fork. ?????? Lobster/shrimp tacos were good, mango bbq chicken was avg at best, and every selection was basically overpriced by $5. Place wasn't very clean, either. Final thought: when you call a place A1A Ale Works, the menu should really be beer-friendly, don't you think?

    (2)

  • Mandie M.

    A1A is a road, right? Well yes, but it is also a restaurant and bar! That can be confusing, but at least found it! My first night on vacation in St. A I ended up here with some friends for a drink. We started out the night with a glass of wine, which was very classy. The bartenders were nice and the server we had was really friendly! I love visiting vacation hot-spots because service is always great! They had some live music as well as a very crowded bar area, it was difficult to chat with my friends, but we made it happen. We even made friends with others near us and had a great start to the night. As soon as our glasses were getting empty our server came over and offered another...why yes, I would like another! We hung out in the bar area, but there is an upstairs area that I didn't get to discover much. I only made a trip up there to visit the restroom...which leads me to my only complaint of the night...I LOST MY RING!!! I remember taking it off to use the salt scrub in the bathroom, but I am pretty sure I forgot to put it back on. I went back to find it and it was GONE :( night ruined. I'm an idiot. Was the salt scrub really worth it? No, not really. I did call the next day to see if anyone turned it in, but nada. I assume someone else when in, saw it, and kept it. I'm so sad. Maybe, just maybe someone is reading this post and knows about the location of the right?!?! That would make my life so much better!!! Maybe someone you know has it or knows about it? Of course, I'm never that lucky. Is it to much to ask for you to message me if you do know about this ring? I'm asking....please. Overall, the bar was great and the wine was good. I'm just very sad about the loss of my favorite pearl ring...RIP.

    (4)

  • Melanie B.

    The food was quite good and I enjoyed their brews. Really nice view of the harbor too. Had the lobster Mac and cheese... it was fine... it didn't blow my mind.

    (3)

  • Kimberly L.

    Based on the recommendations of our server (Ben), we went with the crab and artichoke dip for an appetizer. There were lumps of crab meat in this dip that were not to be believed. It was truly the best dip of that type I have ever eaten. We finished the bread it came with, and used the table bread to finish it off. Again, based on our server's recommendation, my husband went with the Ragtime shrimp (coated in coconut goodness, and fried). I went with the Miso marinated salmon, which came with Jasmine rice and a balsamic salad. The food is competitively priced with those downtown, and worth every penny. The added bonus is the spectacular views from the second floor upper deck. We went for dinner, and definitely will go back for another dinner, or possibly try their lunch. Either way, you can't go wrong.

    (4)

  • Anna L.

    This place is usually pretty solid to go to. The service has always been good, even when it is busy. It's lovely to sit outside on a nice day and have a beautiful view of the river. The bar area on the first floor is also a nice hangout, but it can get cramped when it's busy. The food and beer is good. They brew their own beer in house, which is cool. The lobster and shrimp tacos is probably the best thing I've ever eaten. Absolutely delicious!

    (4)

  • Michelle M.

    The crab and artichoke dip is insane. And the little bread you get with them? Omg. We ordered the ragtime shrimp which was good. Not as good as the dip but good. We also ordered the chicken wings, with Datil pepper sauce which was WAY too hot. Like way too hot. Besides the dip, the shining part of the evening was the drinks! Atlantic Beach Lemonade, you are my favorite. Just sweet enough but you can taste the alcohol. They are yum.

    (4)

  • Stephanie B.

    If you want a breathtaking view of the city, this is the place to go! The balcony seating is the best outdoor seating of any restaurant that I have visited as of yet. My guest and I ordered the Key Lime shrimp pasta dish. Considering that I'm not a huge fan of pasta, I was blown away of how much I enjoyed this menu item. The Key Lime flavor did not overpower the seafood and blended beautifully in a creamy sauce. It was nice to have a filling meal that wasn't heavy due to the heat that day. We arrived at 6:00 on a Friday and received excellent service from our server, Jen B. I was surprised by how quickly we received our cocktails (which were only five bucks thanks to happy hour!) from the bar and how our water glasses were always full. Jen B. provided great insight into local attractions and was very sweet. She definitely made our experience more enjoyable. Tip: We picked up a 10% off coupon at the tourist shops in town!

    (5)

  • Lael M.

    I've been here twice so far. The paella is to die for! I highly recommend it. My friends would definitely recommend the ale cheese soup. They order it every time! I would give a 5 star rating but I have found a tiny bit of issues with a lack of seasoning and service can be a tad slow. Despite those drawbacks, this is absolutely a place to experience in St. Augustine. I definitely recommend sitting outside when the weather permits because the view is beautiful! Good eats and good views. This is a spot to try out!

    (4)

  • Schannon B.

    Bry and I went here on our relaxation day. We wondered around the city of St. Augustine, perused the boats and fell in love with El Galeon. To culminate our adventure we popped into A1A Ale Works and ordered Sangrias, crab cakes and quesadillas. All of which, were very delicious. The best part was dining outside- if you're a people watcher you'll definitely enjoy the many patrons this town has to offer: colorful and vibrant just like the marina life thriving outside this restaurant. If you're here with friends, family or even your SO, you'll have an amazingly relaxing time. Listen to the ocean and take in a sangria or two.

    (4)

  • Robin O.

    Nothing too special. Great view from the bar area. The main dining area and restrooms are upstairs. The fish tacos were good, but there are a lot of items on the menu to chose from.

    (3)

  • Kristen S.

    Food and service are excellent. The Manager Phil is really awesome too. We go there every time we're in town. Highly recommend!

    (5)

  • Ali H.

    God food Great location nice service, i give four for only thing, they don't recognize between medium and well done

    (4)

  • Jenny W.

    This was a five star pub food experience. The beer was fantastic - Cucumber Saison was light and refreshing, but could be easily overwhelmed for the very reason it's so tasty. The Coconut Porter was absolutely delicious- thick and sweet and flavorful. As for food, the two of us shared the following. A bowl of the rich and creamy A1A Ale Cheese Soup with bread (too much bread for two, by far) - the soup was very tasty. I would have preferred more ale flavor but my date loved it. A Spinach Salad that was perfection- warm goat cheese medallions crusted with hazelnuts, fresh apple slices, spicy pecans, dried cherries & a divine hot bacon and onion dressing. All together an inspired goddess of a salad. I would have gladly eaten nothing else but more salad. Key Lime Shrimp & Lobster Pasta - just the right size to share. They were VERY generous with the seafood; there were plenty of shrimp & big chunks of lobster throughout. The sauce was light and flavorful, though the lime flavor was definitely not overwhelming (again, I would probably have preferred a stronger lime character, but my boyfriend thought it was perfect). Finally, we took the White Chocolate Cherry Bread Pudding to go and ate it on the veranda of our B&B. Even though it was room temperature by the time we ate it, it was lovely. The cherries were the best part, though the sauce was excellent also. Our server Kataryna was wonderful, her recommendations were spot on and she was friendly and very attentive. We had a 45-minute wait for a table but since they text you when your table is ready, we simply walked around the art galleries and enjoyed the beautiful weather. We'll be back! (Maybe tomorrow for salad.)

    (5)

  • Dan S.

    2 stars for the atmosphere/view but the food was just OK and even worse when your burger is served with wax paper!!!! I took a bite of the Kobe beef burger and it was dry and lacked flavor. So I took the bottom bun off to add some condiments and noticed this weird thing on it. After further inspection it was the paper used to keep the raw patties separated. I didn't make a scene. I wasn't rude or condescending either. The manager never came out. I still ended up paying for the burger. I was simply offered a dessert. Mistakes happen. It's HOW we handle mistakes that determines our service. This would be a 4 star review had the burger been scratched from the bill and an apology from the manager.

    (1)

  • Aimee S.

    When we arrived, we decided to sit at a table in the bar area. We were seated for quite a while without being acknowledged. The bartender was having a lengthy conversation with a customer. We decided to go upstairs to eat. We were seated right away and our waitress same right over. We ordered the crab & artichoke dip and Mahi sandwich. The dip had great flavor, but there were too many green onions. The Mahi sandwich was basic and didn't have much flavor. The service was attentive and refills were offered often.

    (3)

  • Conrad M.

    I always send my guests here and they always come back happy. In 10 years ive never had a bad meal. Good selection and their brewmaster Doug is affable and Dale is one of the best bartenders in town. Get on their email list if youre local for keg tapping parties...

    (5)

  • Laetitia V.

    I read this was a place to go when you stop by St Augustine ... and it was great ! The location just in front of the sea is very nice. Te restaurant offer a really nice view from the traditional balcony. Unfortunatly, I didn't have a chance to enjoy it since it was raining. The interior design is nice. Our waiter was very friendly but professional. He gave us very good advice to choose our meal. I had a SOUP, SIDE & HALF SANDWICH (Crab BLT sandwich with rice and beans side) IT WAS SO DELICIOUS !!!! Everything was really good. I can't finish my meal and for the price (9.75$) this was perfect !

    (5)

  • Pam H.

    I love beer. I love all things coconut. The Coconut Porter produced by A1A Ale Works is a combination of two of my most favorite things in the most delicious way. Add in some awesome food, and you have a very happy, very full Pam H. I visited A1A for a Sunday brunch with some friends, and we were glad we got there early, because by the time we left this place was hopping! Our server was really helpful with navigating the menu and deciding on beer. We ended up ordering a flight, so we could sample each of their brewed offerings, and the blue cheese chips to start. The blue cheese chips were a nice big portion- plenty for the three of us to enjoy. The chips are made in-house, smothered in blue cheese, this sour-creamy goodness, and bacon. The flight consisted of 7 small pours, ranging from a light lager to the aforementioned delicious porter. There were also two seasonal picks, both which were interesting. I still can't decide if I loved them or not, but they were definitely interesting flavors. I enjoyed the seafood cobb salad as my entree. Also known as the HUGE seafood cobb salad. The bowl felt more like a giant bucket, filled with all kinds of wonderful goodies, including avocado, shrimp, crab, bacon, and cheese- all the important items that should always make up a salad. The jalapeno ranch dressing topped it off perfectly. I found myself dipping the blue cheese chips in the ranch, which I highly recommend- so good! My friends ordered the chicken quesadilla (which is listed under the starters, but can easily work as a meal), which she said was just ok, nothing too special, and the blackened chicken salad, which also came with the jalapeno ranch. From the second floor dining room we had a nice view of the Lion Bridge and the waterway. If it wasn't so hot we would have opted to sit on the wrap around patio to maximize the great view. Hopefully next time the weather will cooperate!

    (4)

  • Jerry E.

    The food was good. I had jambalaya that was decent and Maryanne had pasta with shrimp and veggies and it was ok. We took a long walk in the drizzling rain. A good first day in St Augustine FL

    (3)

  • Sean T.

    The Good: nice view of St. Augustine. Available outside balcony seating. The Bad: food was lackluster compared to the price. Service was poor (slow refills). This particular restaurant will be off my list (at least for a while).

    (2)

  • Elissa W.

    This place is usually very good, but not this time. Service was very slow, nearly an hour before we could even place our dinner order (it was not very crowded). I ordered the Kobe sliders for my meal and they tasted like meatballs that had been in the fridge for a week, and the buns were soggy. By the time the check was coming, I was very sick feeling, and rushed to a bathroom once I had paid. I'm still sick, several hours later. Everyone else enjoyed their meal, but after that, I will not be back. There's no excuse when the prices are that high that they would serve old food that would make someone sick

    (2)

  • Kamni G.

    I know! It is insane that it took almost 9 months of us living in St.Johns to finally venture here for a friend's birthday celebration. It turns out they don't take reservations, but don't let that deter you! They have priority call ahead seating, so do yourself a favor and call ahead and get on that list. We walked in said every name I could think of and they couldn't find my friends name so we were told 45-60 min wait. Now that is a Saturday night, prime time. So we went to the bar and hung out. We barely got a drink before a hostess came over and explained that they found the name and our table is ready. Wah?!! Yeah so call ahead, it makes a difference. We ordered: Ceasar salad and lobster bisque Fries, crab and shrimp roll Quesadilla and lobster bisque Mango wings and a1a cheese soup Drinks: Mango iced tea Root beer The lobster bisque was a hit at the table. And I loved my quesadilla. They don't lie, their apps are huge and can be your entree. We were all being true foodies and saving room for dessert later. I will def be going back here for some ale as soon as possible and try more grub. If you haven't gone yet, you should. Seating and priority seating Parking

    (4)

  • David K.

    Recommended to us for lunch- second floor eatery - nice view of St. Augustine harbor near the historic district. Food is ok - we both ordered the blue crab Blt- had high hopes but was underwhelmed. Minimal seasoning and SMALL portion of blue crab- reminded me of the Wendy's - where's the beef commercial . One piece of bacon and one leaf of arugula and one tomato slice per side of sandwich- service VERY slow- it's a tourist place so you get the tourist treatment. Would not come back for the food or service- beer was good and refreshing on a hot and steamy summer day

    (2)

  • Erin L.

    This was an okay restaurant for lunch. Despite calling in advance, we still had to wait for 10 minutes once we arrived. We were seated on the balcony, which was great except for the table next to us smoking. Breathing in someone else's cigarette smoke while eating doesn't really make for the best of dining experiences. The service was a bit slow as well. I got the soup, side, and half sandwich with the crab BLT, lobster bisque, and fries. These were just okay, nothing special really. The heavy soup was probably a poor choice for such a warm day.

    (2)

  • Jorge V.

    Kicked off with blue crab and artichoke dip, great flavor balance. Lobster bisque; tomato based flavored big opportunity to enhance experience. Drinks, king street light lager, light indeed simple flavor. Red Brick Ale, great Rich ale high bitterness less served volume higher alcohol concentration. Main Dish: Lobster and Shrimp Tacos, my wife would recommend adding lime and avocado(avocado side 1$) interesting mix of crispy and soft. Buffalo Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs, good taste but I wouldn't order it twice

    (5)

  • Dave O.

    We love this place and never pass it by when traveling to St. Augustine. We love sitting downstairs at the bar for drinks and appetizers. We have also had a few dinners upstairs in the dining room and cocktails out on the upstairs balcony. Great service always a great selection of their micro brews on tap and solid food choices. This is a great place to meet up with friends the upstairs balcony always provide great people watching opportunities. On a visit here a few years ago we were given a great souvenir for our patio by the manager (check out my photo it's awesome). We were having fun and held a small scavenger hunt and what a score it was. We really enjoy spending New Years Eve here when we can it's just a wonderful place to relax, drink and enjoy a good meal. I highly recommend you give them a try when in the area it's the place to be.

    (5)

  • Cheryl S.

    All of the entrées were excellent the jambalaya the pot pie the medallions the hamburger.

    (5)

  • Steph H.

    This is definitely a popular spot in St. Augustine, but service on my group's recent visit left much to be desired. My friends and I chose this spot for dinner on a Saturday visit to St. Augustine as it had a pretty extensive menu and offered indoor seating on a chilly fall evening! When we arrived we were advised it would be about a 20 minute wait, which we were fine with. I believe we ended up being seated more quickly than that, which is always a plus. Once we were seated, it took a little while for our server to make his way to our table. We placed our drink orders. That's where things started to go south. It probably took a good 20 minutes to receive our drinks. The server eventually noticed we were waiting without our drinks and stopped by the table saying they'd be on their way shortly. I offered that we could place our orders while he was there but he shut that down. To me, it seemed like a good way to get the ball rolling on our meals as we were quite hungry! Once we got our drinks, he did take our orders, which included an appetizer. When the appetizer came out, we also got our bread for the table. For me, I would have appreciated getting the bread a little earlier, but it is what it is. The food as a whole was okay. We had the spinach and crab dip as an app, which I enjoyed- it was served piping hot! I had the portabella mushroom sandwich as my entree. It was good, but I feel could have used a little more seasoning or sauce or something. I also felt the sandwich portion was on the smaller side- three quarters of the plate was french fries! I appreciate that the server was proactive in offering to split our checks, as that was more convenient for our group. There was however an error where I was charged for a drink that I had not had, nor had anyone in my party. Overall, if I'm back in St. Augustine, I'd likely try another restaurant. I understand a restaurant being busy, but I definitely feel this went beyond busy and that we were forgotten about a couple times.

    (2)

  • Layla J.

    The view from upstairs is nice. Food is a little over priced but not bad. I recommend grouper. Their iced peach tea is pretty good.

    (3)

  • Beth M.

    Only stopped in for drinks at the bar. Took a long while to get service even though it wasn't too crowded. Got a speciality drink that was supposed to be with fresh squeezed lemonade, but tasted like just plain bottled lemonade. Also had to brush off 4 ants from me while there for an hour.

    (2)

  • Cecille R.

    Sweet little touristy spot in the heart of Downtown St. Augustine. Be prepared for some wait time if you come on the weekends. It's located right across the street from the Castillo de San Marcos so if you are seated on the patio on the 2nd floor, be prepared for some amazing views! Since it was scorching hot outside, we decided to dine indoors. We arrived waay before the rush on a Sunday morning so there was no wait at all. First floor seemed to be more casual with a bar . We were seated upstairs in the dining room (still more casual) in a roomy booth. If you're a beer person, you can try all of their beers that are produced there. My 2 friends opted to split a flight of beer. I am no beer drinker but the way my friend was raving over the Coconut Porter, I was almost tempted to have a sip. The food was pretty yummy. My friends ordered the blue cheese chips for the appetizer. While I normally don't do blue cheese, these were phenomenal- housemade chips topped with blue cheese cream, scallions, smoked bacon and blue cheese crumbles. Portion sizes are huge here so 1 appetizer is more than enough...well for 2-3 people. I opted to order the chicken quesadilla appetizer as my meal and paired a small side salad with the jalapeno ranch dressing. Super creamy with that "kick" of jalapeno. The chicken quesadilla app was just ok but on the plus side, a huge serving. They used a jalapeno cheddar tortilla and it had black beans , pepperjack cheese and pulled chicken along with a side of guac, pico de gallo and sour cream. I found that the chicken was too rich..not sure if it was the marinade but it had a strong, overwhelming flavor. I wouldn't order it again. My friends both ordered their salads and I swear they could feed an army of 4. The seafood cobb salad was enormous! So don't go crazy ordering here- portions are super duper sized and shareable. Service was good. Our server was checking in on us often but poor thing was flustered once it started to get busy and the dining room filled up with large parties. So I def felt for her. I would come back and maybe try to eat outdoors if the weather was cooler. Add this place to your St. Augustine foodie bucket list!

    (4)

  • Robert R.

    Always a good evening,pleasant service, perfect appetizers, cold beer, and a menu that is up to the times. Beautiful view of the bayfront and the boats

    (4)

  • Zach D.

    Great shrimp and spring roll appetizers! Sampler of their beers was very good and varied. 7 different pours.

    (4)

  • Matt F.

    Came here for the first time last weekend on a day trip to St. Augustine. We stopped in with the intent to try one beer each, but we ended up having their entire beer menu! Let me say, I'm very much a beer snob, so sue me. This day, it seems like breweries are cropping up all over, but this one surprised me with the quality of the brews. Their dark was very strong tasting, with a hint of coffee. I'd have to say the only beer of theirs that neither I, nor my lady friend, liked was the lager. It tasted like a domestic. Credit to the server though, when he asked how I liked it, he leaned in and joked that he had to have some for the "common" folks, haha. I know that he was joking, but it really made the experience even better. My personal preference leans to the fruit IPA, because it gave a usual IPA an even better kick. Their standard IPA felt a little boring by comparison, not saying that's bad, but there's clearly a winner here.

    (4)

  • Doug S.

    Stopped in to take a break from site-seeing and shopping. We didn't order any of the food, but everything smelled sooo good. All the customers seemed very happy, and for being as busy as it was, the staff was very pleasant. I look forward to returning again.

    (4)

  • Christina C.

    Super loud inside but delicious food! Upstairs is the dining room and downstairs is the bar. Either way you choose it will be super loud. However, we chose upstairs, because at first we sat downstairs and realized that we would probably get little to no service even though the menu was the same. It was a 15 min wait on a Tuesday night at 8:30 p.m. There is a beautiful view of the water that you can enjoy inside by the window or outside on the balcony. I would suggest eating outside on the balcony. They bring you bread. I like that the butter is whipped, but the bread wasn't that warm and not that great. I wouldn't waste my calories on the bread. I got the Crab BLT with sauteed vegetables and my fiance got the wings with a side of french fries. The Crab BLT was to die for! I am seriously in love with it and would suggest it to anyone. There is a ton of crab in the crab salad and the bread is nice and sturdy. The sauteed vegetables weren't great, but they weren't bad. The french fries were really good. I would just stick with fries next time. They are like McDonald fries in terms of cut, but have a good crunch. My fiance was not that impressed with the wings, but he also got them in bar b q sauce, which he dislikes (not a story worth telling how that happened), so that might have biased his opinion. Our server was really nice, but seemed to have her hands full, which slowed her down a bit. Not to the point of it being a problem, but it was just a observation. If you want an intimate dinner, go somewhere else, but if you're looking for a chill evening with good food, this is a place to go!

    (4)

  • Jerry C.

    Food was ok, but way overpriced, service was terrible and ownership really needs to address this before more business is lost

    (2)

  • Cody A.

    The datil pepper wings are amazing. I live 2 hours away and drive out at least once a month just to eat here. The service is typically pretty decent and the view is nice. It's always really busy on weekends so expect a wait unless you want to sit outside and smell the horse pee.

    (4)

  • Beth Anne E.

    This is one of my favorite restaurants in St. Augustine. If it's nice out you can get a beautiful view of the bay by sitting outside on the balcony. The prices are more reasonable than a lot of the other restaurants in the area. The Beer Cheese soup is DELICIOUS and a must! I've never had anything like it! It's also very filling sometimes I go there for the soup and nothing else. The service is okay. Sometimes I get good service and sometimes it's just okay. If you eat downstairs at the bar the service is usually awful but upstairs in the restaurant it's usually pretty good.

    (4)

  • Brad K.

    Great menu selection decent prices with a home run view. We held our wedding reception back in 2005 at the A1A. Back then it was a combination of the view and the price we got. But over the years they just keep getting better. Their menu offers a wide variety of options that will please everyone. They have managed to consistently keep their quality high year to year. Where some restaurants peak and then fall, they have kept up year to year. Service is normally very good. Of course if you hit it at peak time there might be a wait for seating, and the kitchen takes longer to get your orders out. Yes their prices are on the higher side, but once you see and taste the quality of the dish you're ordering you will see it's well worth the little extra in price. We highly recommend dining here when in St. Augustine !!

    (4)

  • Brittany B.

    This restaurant is great for its location alone! If you eat out on the upper deck at night the view is beautiful! The food and drinks were well made and our meal (ragtime shrimp, lobster and shrimp tacos and the mahi mahi sandwich) was very filling. One recommendation is going before 7 because their happy hour drink specials are worth it!

    (5)

  • Becky O.

    See my check in! This place rocks! Get Becky for your server and she will make your meal! Thanks again for the great meal! We will definitely be back!

    (5)

  • Dionisio A.

    Great beer, good atmosphere! As an AHA member I enjoy the value that brewpubs like these bring. The only down side was the limited space made seating a bit troublesome. I love their rotating tap! A must return!

    (4)

  • Jessica W.

    Loved this place! Sit outside if it's a nice night. We sat on the upstairs balcony overlooking the water. Beer is local and the miso salmon dish is wonderful! I'd definitely recommend this to anyone visiting St Augustine!

    (5)

  • Sharon P.

    Cook )[not a chef) does not know what 'medium rare' is. Food comes out well done. Server was very professional and didn't charge us!

    (2)

  • Geert G.

    Fish and chips had too much batter and coconut shrimp was good. The terras is great to sit. Will be back here.

    (3)

  • Mpocjt O.

    Wonderful views and great locally brewed beers. Fantastic food to top it all off. This trip I decided to try a mojito in lieu of there hose produced beer. They were fantastic too. I haven't had a bad meal at the place. Try it for beer, entrees, nachos, fish, the list goes on.

    (4)

  • Doug B.

    Had a blast with my wife, we sat outside at the corner and the view was spectacular. Food of the charts good along with the beer. Pete was our server and was the best!

    (4)

  • Benjamin G.

    It's been a while since our first visit with A1A and I was so glad we had a chance to build this in as a part of our brewery road trip a few summers ago. Luckily, our visit was during the somewhat cool part of a Floridian Winter - January. We stopped in for lunch and our lunch choices were made better with some of the in-house brews. The blue cheese chips and the cheese soup were both what we were the most excited for on the food side of things. Both were pretty fantastic and definitely hit the spot. I was really interested in trying the lobster soup as well as I had read a lot about it, but perhaps upon a different visit. The beers were nice. Nothing too punchy or overtly crazy. I suppose I can see St Augustine not really matching the scene of some other highly-traversed towns for travelers and the brews definitely were on par. The King St Light Lager was the easiest to approach from all sides. Light, a bit crisp, and pairs well with just about everything on their menu. I also liked the Red Brick and the IPA. Nothing changed my view of beer indefinitely, but it was nice to have tried them. The place is set up for visitors, plain and simple. It's pretty standard and easy to find something within the menu for everyone. Beyond beer, they have a fully stocked bar and plenty of wine choices as well. A-OK in my book and an easy choice for anyone visiting St Augustine.

    (3)

  • Richard P.

    I was attending a wedding this past weekend in St. Augustine. The groom wanted all the groomsmen and ushers to have lunch together. We ended up going to A1A Ale Works. I ordered the chicken avocado sandwich with espresso dark stout. We had a good time chatting and throwing back a few. The sandwich was not bad but nothing to write home about other than that it was a healthier choice. We went when they first opened, so there wasn't many people there. The place has a classic pub vibe and the service was good. I'd go back to visit again and try something different.

    (4)

  • Bill B.

    If it were not for the great location of this restaurant overlooking the waterfront, there is no doubt it would be out of business! Crap food, LAME service, and weak "craft" home brews. With so many great restaurants in the historical St. Augustine area, DO NOT waste your time here!! Only 2 stars because location...

    (2)

  • Mar H.

    Had a great dinner! Appetizer of Ragtime scrimp with a creamy dipping sauce with a hint of horseradish. The coconut was not overwhelming. For my entree I had huge hunks of lobster and shrimp in pasta our waiter, Ben S. Was great! He recommended several things that were awesome. Upstairs with the sea breeze at dinner hour was unbeatable!

    (5)

  • Joseph M.

    Food was good, but the service was not up to par. We waited at least 10 minutes for someone even to take a drink order. The restaurant wasn't even that busy at the time, it was about 3pm on a Monday so the lunch rush was over and dinner rush hadn't started. Come to find out it was the same guy that had walked by our table at least 3 times and didn't even say hello or that he would be right with us. We were about to get up and leave, but luckily for them we didn't. The food was good. I had a fried grouper sandwich that great flavor and my girlfriend had Jambalaya that was good, but a bit overpriced. I would go back as long as the service doesn't take as long again. I won't be as patient next time since I already was once.

    (3)

  • A S.

    I love this place and the food and atmosphere is great. Why it lost two stars was because when I went this week on a trip up to St. A, we had horrible service. The food was great, but we had to constantly ask for items that should have been there - water, silverware, spoon for the soup, water. Highly recomend the beer soup. It has been years but when I have had their beer it has been good.

    (3)

  • Robin S.

    I was pleasantly surprised. After reading some of the reviews, I worried that I'd be walking into a tourist trap. Given the nature of the people walking the streets (tourists, of which I was one), it seemed likely. But I wanted to try their beer. The lower bar area is not large and the bar itself is even smaller. That's where I would have preferred to sit. But given the crowd, I was lucky to snag a table as someone was leaving - this about 6 PM on a muggy summer Friday. Interestingly, it cleared out somewhat during the period I was there. I like IPA's and A1A's did not disappoint. It isn't a hop monster and has a good bit of body without being high gravity. Perfect. I probably should have asked for a flight, but as I said, I like IPA's. The menu is fairly large and, frankly, has the look of one you'd find in a tourist trap. A little too polished and chain-like. Just an impression, mind you. Doesn't mean anything. I went with the blackened mahi-mahi special. This dish was just about flawless. Fish was nicely seasoned, seared without being cooked dry. Nice side of squash, served on rice. Good portion, too. By that, I mean enough to be filling but no more. YMMV on that, of course. Excellent service. Oh, and I tried a cup of the cheese soup because some Yelpers raved. OMG.

    (4)

  • Adam J.

    Everything sounds good on the menu but all the dishes that our party got were underwhelming. A lot of the dishes (even the vegetarian ones) had an artificial liquid smoke taste. The service was friendly bit slow and not very efficient. The whole experience left the taste that it's a tourist trap.

    (2)

  • Alexandra M.

    I came here as part of a rehearsal dinner group and was seated upstairs in a private room. I've been here once before many years ago and remembered how delicious it was. This experience did not disappoint. I ordered BBQ shrimp skewers that came with this grit.... cake? Who knows but it was delicious! What a genius idea to take grits, mold them, and pan fry them! I also tasted the peanut butter pie and it was to for. Overall it was a great meal, and it's also a great place for weddings. The bride of my party had commented that she wished she had booked this place for her wedding venue instead of where she booked. Have to say... I can't disagree.

    (4)

  • Justine C.

    Great beer! Lots of shops near by with a great view as well. Try the Brewers select IPA!!!

    (4)

  • KImberly B.

    Mahi sandwich was great. great burgers are good service was good nice view of the bay.

    (3)

  • Katherine S.

    Really great menu, not a huge fan of their beers, but most people love them. I love the outdoor deck and the bar downstairs. It can get a little crazy and loud when it's busy. I love their food though, ESPECIALLY the beer cheese soup. NOM NOM.

    (4)

  • Joy L.

    jAbsolutely fabulous! We came here 3 years ago and felt the same way. Then we went sans baby and ate in the bar on the bottom floor. This time we were pleasantly surprised to find out they have an elevator (not many places in this town do) and were able to bring the baby carriage upstairs without any problem. The entire staff is extremely nice and our waiter,Mathew, was fantastic. My husband ordered their beer sampler. It is around $6 to taste all the beers they brew on site. They put each sample on a paper placemat that gives information about each one. Especially since none of their beers are available anywhere else, this is a great way to pick your favorite. For food, the portions are huge. You could share any meal but may not want to since everything is soo good. We ordered the nachos for an appetizer and were surprised at how much food there was. I ordered fish tacos and my husband had the fisherman`s platter. They take the idea of Fisherman needing large hearty meals to heart. Both were excellent. Our favorite part of the meal was dessert. Their bread pudding is amazing.

    (5)

  • Pete N.

    Used to be 5 stars all the way. Lately over last few months service has gone down hill. I know the chef who was there for ever left and trust me it's pretty evident. Food isn't what it used to be. Hope it gets better. I loved this place but not gonna keep going if it doesn't turn around.

    (3)

  • Ruben G.

    Okay, this place deserves a solid FOUR stars - from the location to the food to the ambiance ...and those of you that know me know that that means a lot! But our waiter, Pete, really EARNED that fifth star. I'm usually not one for run-on sentences, but: From the moment that he took our drink order (and got my VERY dry Grey Goose martini just right, for the happy hour price) to his help deciphering the menu, to his attentive service (while never obtrusive, I might add) to his attention to detail with dessert and coffee, this guy made us feel like the success of this restaurant was on HIS shoulders, and he was happy to bear that weight. How often can you say that about YOUR waiter? We hadn't intended to come to this restaurant. It was, as a matter of fact, a distant second to a nearby restaurant that wound up being closed. That said, not only would I not hesitate to come here again - but I would gladly put this first on my list, and ask for Pete by name. I can only hope his boss reads this. The guy made our dinner MEMORABLE. PS: My wife suggested I mention the FOOD. It was over the top WONDERFUL. She had the Mango Barbecue Shrimp Skewers. Every morsel was delightful! I opted for the Grouper Piccata... each mouthful was as wonderful as the last one! Wow! Can't say enough. I'd gladly order that again! See, the thing is, Pete mentioned that the cooks weren't your regular $10/hour types - they were *chefs.* It almost sounded like braggadocio... but ever word was true! Trust this: If you visit St. Augustine and get Pete to wait on you at A!A, you won't regret it. We're already looking forward to a return visit!

    (5)

  • Jeff P.

    Really enjoyed the view and the food. The only reason i didn't give 5 stars was because we had to insist on a good table that was open vs the hostess just taking us to it. The snapper special was fabulous! It was prepared perfectly and the taste was amazing. Good selection of beer. If I lived in St. Augustine i would be a regular.

    (4)

  • Tom G.

    Nice big place in a great location across from the Bridge of Lions. It was really crowded so we sat at the upstairs bar, had a beer and humus. I'm starting to become a fan of humus which surprises me a bit. Because it was crowded service was slow although our bartender was seriously hustling. I get hiring more staff is expensive, but they certainly could have that evening. Folks next to us shared nachos which looked really good. Rather than piled high in a bowl or on a plate, they came on a very large flat plate. So, instead of all the fixins (cheese, meat, jalapenos, etc) covering the top, they covered all the nachos - brilliant! I'd go in again and hope they weren't so crowded or had more staff on hand.

    (4)

  • Athena S.

    A beautiful evening on the balcony! Food and service just did not enhance the experience.. I was disappointed with what I order as it was recommended to me. Won't be back soon..

    (3)

  • Ryan T.

    This place has a haunting but vibrant atmosphere. We were greeted and told we couldn't sit in an area requested because a child "had vomited all over the place." You can imagine, hearing that did wonders for my appetite. Once seated, I was nervous to find the men's bathroom in need of a serious cleaning. Not a great first impression cleanliness wise. The waitress was great, honest and witty. The wine was tasty. The food came out really fast which always makes me nervous. Do NOT order the shrimp & crab spring rolls. I rarely send food back and these I could NOT stomach. They tasted like fried, regurgitated, mushy 'something' dripping with dirty oil. The fish tacos were a bit dry but way better than the shrimp and crab spring rolls (although, almost anything at that point would have been). Overall...a bit dirty and greasy but a landmark of a place I suppose. Tourist trap indeed. My advice...get drunk on their famous beers then order your food. It will go down much easier.

    (2)

  • Morgan G.

    My boyfriend and I went- we had their seasonal spring beer- he loved it I thought it was so so. We split a caesar salad and the artisan grilled cheese on sour dough-I thought it was delicious! He wasn't a fan of the bread. Atmosphere was nice, and service was wonderful. A place to try out

    (4)

  • Jeffrey V.

    Eh. It's okay if you're tired and the kids are screaming and you just want to be fed. Otherwise the food here is typical tourist fare. I've learned that in st Augustine you can't trust yelp reviews. Too many tourist that probably think red lobster is awesome skewing the curve. Actually this place is right about par with Red Lobster. I wanted the Grouper Oscar but my spidey sense told me not to trust them with with this and I think I was right on with that. Seafood Cobb wasn't bad but it should just be a Cobb because the crab was minced and tasted like it came from a tub o crab right off the Sysco truck. The shrimp had the texture of the core of a golf ball. My wife's pasta was probably as good as Denny's pasta. So there you have it. I just compared this place to Red Lobster and Denny's and I may have been generous at that. I think we'll give up on St Augustine dining after this trip and stay closer to home.

    (2)

  • John C.

    If you like salmon, try the miso marinated salmon. It was marvelous. The wait staff is friendly, helpful and accommodating. Give this place s try.

    (5)

  • Nick N.

    Nothing to special except the area. Food was okay, new menu is to fancy for a bar. Portions were to small, I got a mahi mahi sandwich and the fish was the scrawniness piece of fish I have seen. Over priced and not worth waiting for some mediocre food.

    (2)

  • Drew H.

    Food was mediocre. Don't get the jambalaya. It wasn't really hot and it tasted like they used ragu tomato sauce on it.

    (2)

  • Eric T.

    Came in for a late dinner, only 10'min wait for outside upstairs patio. Sat at the bar upstairs and got the sample draft beer, they have some really decent options. Staff was super friendly food was decent even though they were out of my original choice it was still a pleasant experience. The nachos were pretty good.

    (4)

  • Andy C.

    It's a great place for a casual dinner or lunch. The place is really busy, but they know how to move people along. The service was really good. We went on New Years Eve and had a nice dinner.

    (4)

  • Mari G.

    One great thing: They don't hold back on the liquor with their drinks. Good stuff! We were seated right away. A bit awkward considering there were so many of us at this round booth table, but it worked. The wait part didn't come until after we'd ordered. This didn't really bother me though because that said to me that everything is made fresh and my sesame tuna steak wasn't sitting out all day. The crispy spinach leaves were disconcerting and I really didn't taste anything. Then I tried it with the sesame tuna as intended and WOW!! It really boosted the taste. The rice and beans were pretty good, too. I liked that they put diced raw onions on top of them, but maybe not as much as they did. Those onions were strong! The rest of the fam liked their food as well. Hubby got the American Kobe burger. No complaints and he ate every bite. Kids ate most of their food which is a compliment, too. The real good stuff came in the dessert! We shared the white chocolate bread pudding with rum sauce and the grilled banana split. Usually desserts are way too sugary, but here they are all homemade and absolutely delish! They brew their own beer here. Hubby likes ale and tried a few sampler sizes before ordering what he liked. Gotta say, that's a pretty cool gimmick.

    (4)

  • Shari S.

    I fell in love with A1A Ale House!! We come here almost every weekend during the summer but for whatever reason haven't eaten here hardly. Cucumber Saison was refreshing as well as the house summer honey ale. We enjoyed the best calamari I've ever put in my mouth and not only do you get a side of marinara, but also yummy wasabi aioli to dip it in. I ordered the Sesame Tuna which was an impressive portion of fish and every bite was heaven!!! It was served over fried spinach and came with black beans and rice. Cannot wait to experience the food again!!!

    (5)

  • Aimee O.

    Went here on a whim one night while in St. Augustine. We started with the crab dip which my boyfriend and I agreed was not as good as suggested. However, our entrees (Cedar plank Salmon and Seafood Pot Pie) were absolutely delicious. Both of us cleared our plates in record time. Most importantly, the real star of the show here was our server Ben. He was knowledgable about the restaurant and being a server myself, it is always a treat to get a smiling face and a great attitude when you are among the last tables in that night. Thank you so much Ben, we'll be back!

    (4)

  • Jason S.

    I went in with a group of friends and their was a employee there I think his name em was josh or james . He had a Mohawk . But he was extremely rude to me and my group . He even tried putting his arm around my girlfriend and was trying to hit on her. She felt so uncomfortable we left. We will NEVER be back as long as he works there. I never got a chance to give the place a real chance, although I've heard good things. But , I definitely don't appreciate their choice of employees.

    (1)

  • Anne W.

    We ordered the beer sampler and it turned out two kegs were empty. They gave us the 4 types they had for free. Seafood cob salad was very nice. Shrimp and crab were the stars will plenty of cob stuff. Good wait staff.

    (4)

  • Kristi A.

    This place has a great view of the water from upstairs and has a fun atmosphere for a casual night out. Staff were friendly. The blackened mahi sandwich was delicious and the variety of options on the menu is sure to suit any tastebuds. We stop in here for some food and drinks every time we visit St. Augustine.

    (5)

  • A R.

    Beer. Any mahi mahi item. And fried custard. Great bar. Will always return when I am in the area.

    (5)

  • Anony M.

    I wish that I could give this restaurant TEN stars. The nachos and lobster/crab tacos were out of this world! Oh, and their root beer is delicious. If anyone is eating there today, then don't forget to invite me! I can't wait to go back.

    (5)

  • Anthony L.

    My food was very good A+ (Fisherman's platter) very, very good. My wife had a Caesar salad with chicken and some rice with black beans...she loved the salad, but said the black beans and rice lacked some traditional spices. The waitstaff were all *extremely* kind...but ours was training and the two of them forgot things a few times(fork, drink, refill.) It was a busy night. We waited for upstairs porch seating...the view is very pleasant, but the furniture just is not. We will come back.

    (4)

  • Julie P.

    This place was so good!! I had the seasonal summer wheat, a house salad with hot bacon dressing and the blue crab salad sandwich. All were delicious. My companion had the baked goat cheese salad and wings. He said they were both the best he had eaten. Go here!!

    (5)

  • Andy J.

    The seared ahi tuna was OK but not great. The wasabi sauce had no kick whatsoever. The beers they have are better than the the rice and corn adjunct beers the major breweries put out but they are nothing special. I would pick here if you want to eat and JP Henley's next door if you want craft beer.

    (3)

  • Laura Terese H.

    Lost a star on this revisit. We went up to St. Augustine for our anniversary weekend. A1A is one of our favorite places so we decided to go back. It was busy, but there was no wait. There was no wait because we got the two-top in the corner by the POS system that all the waitstaff uses. We sat there for awhile, and when our server did show up it was all apologies for being so busy, and that he had been there since 11 that morning (it was about 930 pm) , he looked frazzled poor guy. He took our drink orders, they dont have regular sweet tea...its all flavored...what? no sweet tea? wierd. I got a water. We got them in plastic cups because they had run out of clean glasses. We also got the complimentary bread...which was stale. I ordered the Crab BLT 9.95, My 1 year being my awesome husband got the blackened Mahi-Mahi sandwich 12.50. Both come with fries. They were good, the Crab BLT being the winner in taste. I personally wouldnt get the Mahi-Mahi again, because for quantity verses price it was pretty small and the mango ketchup with the cajun remolade was a bit strange. We had to share a napkin cause they only gave us one roll of utensils and we never saw our guy again till the end of the meal. And there was a need for ketchup, which we couldnt get anyone to help us locate another. If you ever get seated on that table, request another one. obviously that area is for the spill over from waiting for a table, and you will get children on the floor and women in high heels complaining their feet hurt while you are eating. By being next to the station where all the staff rings up meals, we also got to hear them complaining about their tables and about the business and about everthing else that was going wrong. I even heard "I will never work labor day weekend again" eeek! I still love this place, I just think that being slammed on labor day weekend made them forget some basic customer service. As in a good marriage you must feed the soul just as much as you feed the tummies.

    (4)

  • Mark H.

    I used to think their beer was "unremarkable", i.e. it " sucked". we hey must have gotten a new brewmaster because the beer has definitely improved! Try the red ale - a definite crowd pleaser!

    (3)

  • Brandon H.

    Best fish tacos I've ever had. Hands down. Good flights of basic beers. Waitress was awesome. Great experience.

    (5)

  • doneby l.

    Mediocre service. Mediocre food. Mediocre beer. I can't think of a single reason to ever eat there again. There are much better eateries right down the street. Go there and skip this dive.

    (1)

  • Patricia E.

    Really good food and brews! WIll be stopping here again for sure when we are in St. Augustine.

    (4)

  • Franck F.

    Basic food but good, fresh ingredients. Awesome beers. Good service. The tuna burger was great, the Cuban sandwich had a bit too much meat and not enough mustard.

    (4)

  • Callie P.

    This place is really good! Beautiful restaurant and location. The food is delicious...get the beer cheese soup! I could eat it everyday and I wish I knew how to make it. The only downside from my precious visit was that they sat us in a cramped little table by some busy doors and we were stuck next to where a bunch of guests from a wedding party were gathered...so it was loud! But the server was friendly and seemed to know a lot about the menu.

    (5)

  • Jason G.

    Wow, where do I begin with this place. First of all, the location is great, they have outdoor and indoor seating both that can overlook a beautiful part of St. Augustine. They have a bunch of their own brews, and my favorite is the A1A Lager. It's a light lager that is packed with tons of flavor and perfectly smooth. My girlfriend and I ordered the nachos for an appetizer, and they were great. Great for two people and nicely spread out so all of the cheese is not just on the top. I got a burger and it was cooked perfectly and really hit the spot. My girlfriend got a half sandwich and a bowl of the beer cheese soup. The soup was awesome! full of flavor and body. This was a great stop for lunch from the hot sun. Highly recommended! We will definitly stop here again on or way through.

    (5)

  • Jordin P.

    Nice place with great food. The service was good and friendly, even on a busy night, like New Year's Eve. Drinks are good and interesting, but a little pricey. Chocolate cake and nachos are delicious.

    (4)

  • Pacheco V.

    Great food and brewery! Out waiter Ben was absolutely great, knowledgable and extremely friendly and had great suggestions. Very nice ambiance outside.

    (4)

  • Christopher I.

    Im sitting in the restaurant right now as I write this, where I've been waiting for the last 20 minutes to have someone come and at least take our drink order. As they clearly can't be arsed to take care of their customers, I guess I can't be arsed to wait for them. So fuck this place, I'm walking down to The Florodian.

    (1)

  • Kathryn E.

    A1A has the best margaritas in town, also offer various flavored ones too. They offer a passport card for future discounts and special offers. The appetizers are always good and the dinners are delicious and the portions are very generous. I always go here for Birthday celebrations. Metered street parking available.

    (5)

  • Derek N.

    So this review was only on the beer and liquor beverages. I ordered the flight of beer. The beer is good, but not the best I have had. It satisfied the need for craft beer I was having but didn't blow me away. It reminded me of a Hops. The same beer is produced and not many variants are tapped or made. The beer was definitely tailored to a light palate. The stout was good and might be even better if it had more time to age. The honey ale was the only one I would have had another. My fiance ordered a mixed drink, she loved it!. Perfect balance of alcohol and juice. Great atmosphere and the food looked delicious.

    (3)

  • Stephen S.

    Make sure you ask the server what they are out of...on a Monday....at 4 PM.....and not even a holiday. Out of Cuban sandwiches, had to make more sweet tea, the fries came AFTER the sandwiches were over half gone already. Not coming back. Meh.

    (2)

  • Carlos C.

    I have never had a bad meal here. I have been coming here long before I have been yelping and this is my go to seafood spot in Saint Augustine. Love the atmosphere here and the service is always great considering how packed this place always is. In my most recent visit I ordered the Appetizer special which was a deep fried poblano pepper stuffed with cheddar and pepper jack along with avocado and chorizo topped with Pico de Gallo in a black bean puree. This was FANTASTIC! Very well executed dish. I wish they would give you two peppers for the 9 dollar price tag though. I decided to keep on the "Chef Special" menu so I ordered the Snapper special. Again, another perfectly executed dish. I was in heaven eating this. The thin crispy onions complimented the snapper so well with its slight crunch, the sauce and rice were superb as well. Love the texture balance. It should totally be a permanent dish. The desserts here are also fantastic. I had the grilled banana split the first time I came here and it was amazing and HUGE! lol. Love this place and can't get enough of it.

    (5)

  • John H.

    Not impressed. Had the Buffalo wings and two "craft brews". Really dull beer, and the food is massively overpriced because of its location. Much better places to spend $30 downtown, look elsewhere.

    (2)

  • Blaine M.

    Best place to visit in vacation!!! Ask for Ben! Best wings, pies, cucumber basil Collins drink! Everything was awesome and the view was absolutely spectacular!

    (5)

  • Erin J.

    I rarely give bad reviews but I sat next to the bread station where the servers get the bread and slice it: 1. There was half a small bug in one of our waters. 2. The waitress held our unwrapped straws with bare hands and threw them in the drinks. Um, yuck. 3. When the beer taster glasses were brought the waitress had her fingers on the lips of the glasses. Um, no thanks. - THE KICKER: we sat next to the bread area. EVERY server directly touched the bread at some point. One server grabbed the bread with paper, sliced the bread using paper and then ruined it by using her bare hands to finally put it in the basket. Um, really gross, no bread for me. Just a complete lack of disease protection from patron to patron. - the food was mediocre average. I will not return. I hope they change their bread serving policy to protect their future customers. I could not even pay attention to my food just thinking about all the germs being spread every time a new loaf was taken from the warmer.

    (1)

  • Jessica P.

    Happy hour prices were on point. Loved their seasonal beer and the bartenders were very attentive and friendly. We ordered nachos and was a generous serving.

    (4)

  • Lauren S.

    We went to A1A on the recommendation of my aunt. The ONLY reason I am not giving this restaurant 1 star is the beer. The IPA the Summer Wheat beers were very good. The food was terrible. My husband ordered a seafood cobb salad, and the salad was 98% lettuce, 1% cheese and 1% seafood for $14. My sister-in-law is a vegetarian, which she told the waitress, and she ordered a plain spinach salad. The spinach salad had pieces of chicken on top, and when we informed the waitress, she replied, "At least it's not pork." The waitress made no attempt to fix the problem. I would NEVER return to this restaurant on future visits to St. Augustine.

    (2)

  • Deanna M.

    Went there with a group of 4 adults and 4 kids. It was lunchtime not too busy. We were seated right away in a good spot for kids. Disappointed they were out of kids menus. I ordered the adult grilled cheese it was supposed to have avocado mayo or sauce or something but I never tasted it. Not my fave meal. Seemed average.

    (3)

  • Liz L.

    Stay away from this place! Boyfriend and I had lunch here today. 8 hrs later he has a horrible food poisoning. The only thing he has had all day was their Kobe beef burger. We tried to give them a chance by calling the restaurant and attempting to let the manager know to prevent others from getting the illness. No surprise, they put him on hold and no manager after 10 mins. We tried calling again and no luck again. Put food poisoning and bad customer service together and you have a horrible restaurant. I wish I could give it 0 stars! Yeah we did contact you and again no answer. Maybe e-mail got lost this time. Sorry but never again.

    (1)

  • Ashley M.

    Picture this: Wind blowing violently, and two people walking around ALL of downtown St Augustine for a warm place to eat. Walking in, we over heard a few people saying they were leaving due to not being served... of course wanting to get out of the cold, I proceeded in. The hostess was very sweet and welcoming, she sat us and said someone would be with us shortly.. 5 minutes later.....10 minutes later... 15 minutes later... I finally stopped a waitress who had walked by us several times and said "Hey can you let our waiter know that we are here.." She stopped immediately and took our order and brought us our drinks. The food arrived in a timely manner and was pretty good, nothing really stood out to me, but I will definitely go back to give it another try. Neat fact: They brew their own brewskies.

    (3)

  • Mike F.

    Food was good. Service was very good. We sat outside on deck overlooking the intersection at the bridge of lions drinking wine and their beers on a windy hot august night which was the highlight of the meal.

    (4)

  • Jen G.

    Oh, A1A Aleworks, thank you for being there for me when I stumbled into you at 1am in a drunken stupor. Your employees ushered me us upstairs (how the heck I made it up the stairs I'll never know) into the safety of a table (or booth, who knows, it's all hazy) overlooking A1A. During the day, I'm sure the view is great, but all I saw were twinkles of light over the water. Live music blaring from down below offered a nice distraction and ambiance as I tried to gain coherency. I've heard great things about this place, so I proceed to order a strawberry mojito (I know, why did my boyfriend allow such a ludicrous thing to happen), which resulted in slurred speech and me not being able to focus on the friendly server as he tried to engage me in conversation. I think it was more for his entertainment, but I am laughing about it now. The mojito was good but they went a little overboard on the mint leaves (sorry for flicking those at the window, btw). But it was tasty. We then ordered the most memorable chicken quesadilla to date. Not sure what it was, the cheesiness, the tastiness, the ingredients, or the hunger. But it was G-O-O-D. I have a hard time remembering mediocre food I ate yesterday completely sober, so I'm sure this really was special. Service was good, I did sober up enough to realize the experience was great, decor was great, and food was divine. We will be back on our next visit to St. Augustine. And maybe this time, I'll start the night here, instead of ending it here. And I promise I didn't drive like that. I walked (stumbled?) across the bridge of lions to our hotel room, where I drifted off to sleep dreaming of that chicken quesadilla that satisfied my hunger so.

    (5)

  • Alan J.

    Really awesome food and service. We ate there for dinner and the jambalaya was awesome. All the food in our party was great. The next day we went back for lunch and they had a great grouper sandwich. They have a great casual atmosphere with a bar downstairs and restaurant upstairs. It's definitely not bar food. They handle groups and parties well.

    (4)

  • Angie L.

    We frequent St. Augustine on a regular basis since we live just across the state on the gulf coast. Every time we are in town we stop at A1A for the sashimi tuna appetizer. It had always been the best I have found locally and in my travels. NOT ANYMORE. The portion has been reduced from six slices to four but of coarse the price remains the same. I will no longer go to A1A. Seriously, four pieces? Who's brainy idea was this? What I used to make a meal of along with a salad is now a waste of my time. I will stick to the smaller personable restaurants who are concerned with retaining their patrons rather than padding their wallets by such drastic portion cuts.

    (1)

  • Megan R.

    Lobster bisque tasted like salt. Mahi sandwich didn't taste like anything. Red ale was good at least.

    (2)

  • Heather E.

    LOVED LOVED LOVED the fish tacos. The best fish tacos that I have ever had. I went for lunch and was seated right away inside. The waitress took our order about 5 minutes after we sat down. We started with drinks and crab artichoke dip with bread. The crab dip was delicious but a little more of a soup consistency. The bread was not served warm. However the fish tacos had so much flavor and were absolutely amazing. I hope to eat here again before leaving.

    (4)

  • Gabrielle S.

    Food was amazing! Best nachos I've ever eaten and my father got the salmon and he said it was the best he's ever had! Yum!

    (4)

  • CJ O.

    Someone in the outlets recommended we come by on our way back home from Jacksonville to Miami. We couldn't have been any happier. The absolute best view with amazing food and perfect service. I can't wait to get back here and try some beers on our way up to see Garth.

    (5)

  • Ernest lee S.

    Just tasted the best Bread Pudding I've ever experienced!!! A1A Ale Works, St Augustine, FL White Chocolate with cherries. To die for

    (5)

  • Sarah V.

    On a recent trip to St. Augustine, my fiance and I found ourselves trying to entertain my younger brother. After trying several places with no success (either they were empty, the crowd did not match our tastes, or the drink selection sucked), we settled on A1A. The drink menu had a wide range of selections and our drinks were well-made- which we received in excellent time although the place was packed, the atmosphere was good, and there was some great live music. I can't speak for the food, but I would definitely come back here for drinks and entertainment if I wanted to spend an evening out.

    (4)

  • Jeannine W.

    Been wanting to go here for a while and it didn't disappoint. Went for lunch on a Friday afternoon so it wasn't too crowded. Bar area was first come first serve so we sat in there. A dining room was upstairs, there wasn't any signs directing people of either of these things so when a server in the bar area was occupied some people just stood around staring until they were told what was going on. We had the blue crab and artichoke dip for an app, it was really good. Our food came out quick so we sadly didn't finish it. My boyfriend got the crab BLT and I got the artisan grilled cheese. Both were really good but it was rainy and unseasonably cool out so I enjoyed my warm sandwich better. They had skinny fries that came with it and they were seasoned very well. As for the beer - I started with the Red Brick Ale and really enjoyed it. If you like red/amber ales, this is perfect. They had a Pale Ale that day (which is not one of the standard beers) so I had that next. It was decent but definitely liked the Red Brick Ale better. My boyfriend got the Porpoise Point IPA first, liked it but then tried the Bridge of Lions Brown Ale. It was not so good. It says it's a smooth, malty brew and it's just that. I felt it tasted more along the lines of a porter instead of a brown ale which I normally really like. I was glad I hadn't ordered it. I will definitely want to go back when I'm in town, they apparently do an Oktoberfest in the fall so maybe we'll make a return trip then!

    (4)

  • Melly M.

    I like their outdoor seatings upstairs, especially when the weather is beautiful!! I had flounder fillet with mashed potatoes and some veggies, they were pretty delicious, overall a great job. Wait time was decent. I heard they make their own root beer and it's really good, so make sure you try some root beer! Will go back again if I'm ever in St. Augustine again.

    (4)

  • Ray P.

    When we arrived they told us 35-40min wait. About 20 mins of waiting, our table was ready, not bad. We had a coupon from the hotel for a free half pint of beer per person, tried their Summer Wheat and must say it's one of the best beers I've had! Then the food came and it was fabulous!! After eating our server offered to give us pointers on where to go and what to see, it was great hearing what someone in the know had to say. I must say that it was well worth it! If you're visiting St. Aug, you must stop by!

    (5)

  • Paul B.

    Great atmosphere. Great food. Great beer. Fair prices. We will return!

    (5)

  • Jason R.

    Food was average. Fries were average. Aware of gluten allergies, but no separate menu items. Prices and food and service - nothing special.

    (3)

  • Alan S.

    Was hoping for more. It was ok. We'll go back, but after we've tried other restaurants. We ate upstairs, next to open kitchen, which was kinda fun actually. Seeing the chefs working is entertaining. Lot's of waitstaff...a whole lot. Very busy, always in motion. Even when they're at your table...know what I mean. Not very "present". Food was ok. Mango shrimp for one of us. Salmon on plank for the other. We'd recommend both, but get the salmon medium or well. Very touristy. Not a locals' recco.

    (3)

  • Laarv F.

    Those Flagler kids have it good because A1A is A-ok! Laarv's companion likes brewpubs and the homebrews at A1A were just the right thing after walking around in St.Augustine for the afternoon. He really liked the Ragtime Shrimp appetizer (even though Laarv found a hair in one of hers - but they fixed it quickly with a fresh plate). Whenever Laarv is in St. Augustine she will make a trip to A1A.

    (3)

  • Mike M.

    Man this place is awesome. Get the beer sampler. Three other waiter/waitresses were all making small talk with our kids and everyone was talking to our new two week old. I'm not saying this is the best kid place vs a kid zone but they jumped to it both times we went there and it was wicked cool. It's in a touristy area in Saint Augustine but not over priced and well put. Upstairs you can see the fort and ocean ect. You can see the kitchen and the menu seemed basic. Until I had the pleasure of seeing the food come out. Wow. Portioned very well for the price. We were asked by the Manager (Didn't get his name) how the food was. And twice by other waiters if we needed anything. Wifely got the crab patty BLT and I don't like crab at all, it was flippin good. I got the Fisherman's platter and there was so much calamari I was just tickled pink. Lol it's a hot spot for me for sure. I even made an effort to "Check in" here. I never do that. If your there don't spend the money anywhere else before you go eat here.

    (4)

  • Kerry O.

    Beer cheese soup and most of the salads are very good. Other things on the menu are just ok. The chicken piccata is pretty good! No to the tomato pasta...

    (3)

  • Steve M.

    This review is based solely on the beer and nothing else. I had two pints here, the red ale and the brown ale, both were lackluster and dumbed downed significantly to appeal the masses which pretty much makes you not really a brewery in my book. If you are going to brew a style, do it right and don't teeter on the edge hoping the non beer nerds will like it, you just end up pissing both sides off. edit: I just noticed this place is owned by the Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group, Inc. They are the same people that make some of the beer for Trader Joes and also do a lot of contract brewing. Let's just say they are not known for their awesome beer.

    (2)

  • David B.

    Liked this place. The food was really good. Not so thrilled with the local draft beer served here however. Really too bad since I really enjoy sampling local suds.

    (4)

  • Phin S.

    This place has an awesome location, a really nice atmosphere, and the best balcony I have ever eaten on. We sat on the balcony and watched a storm roll in over the bay-- you really can't beat it. The balcony alone makes A1A worth a visit. But the service we experienced was really bad. It seemed like a place convinced only females can serve food because guys like females in tight pants (or something). And these females just were not good servers. Ours failed to bring us bread, so we asked for bread. Then we got our entrees and still no bread, so we asked again, and finally got a plate of bread that really was not very good. Then we got our shrimp scampi jerk garlic pasta, which sounded really good, but was watered down and had way too much garlic. I actually got really sick to my stomach later that night. I can't remember why else out waitress bothered me, but I think there was more. I overheard the table next to me complain to another waitress that their salads took 30 minutes to come out, and the waitress responded "I don't think it has been 30 minutes but I can check the clock and get back to you if you want." Seriously? What ever happened to the customer being right? Oh, and I got a San Francisco lemonade that was kind of watery and weak. And their micro-brewed beers were not anything special. But go have a meal on that porch! =)

    (3)

  • Janet S.

    Good service. Great food! Awesome balcony views!

    (4)

  • Jess H.

    I had so much fun here while visiting family in St. Augustine. They took us here for drinks and hangouts a couple times. The bartenders were very sweet and helpful. I had a blueberry cheesecake martini-- one of the bartender's new concoctions-- and chased it with a generous shot of Sauza Hornitos tequila. I can't remember anything useful about the food, but I do remember thinking it was quite tasty. I loved this place for the ambiance and the friendliness of the staff. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in St. Augustine.

    (5)

  • Ana C.

    After walking the around the Spanish Quarter, The six of us decided to try this place for lunch and none of us were disappointed with our meal. The hamburger special was well prepared and cooked to perfection. The coconut shrimp was delicious as well. The grilled Mahi Mahi with a mango salsa was also a hit. We had a great eating experience here and the ALE was not bad either !

    (4)

  • Bill M.

    As for brewery restaurants, this place is very good. I've been here about 5 times and have consistently enjoyed the experience. I am a sucker for a nice view. ICW, beautiful wife, ICW, beautiful wife, ICW, beautiful wife. That was my last encounter with the place. Taste in beer varies so widely from person-to-person, that it's necessary that you give this place a try, but not to worry, even if you don't like their beers, you'll like the food. First, the beer. I've tried them all. The good: the brown ale, the stout and the porpoise point pale ale. The summer seasonal is a wheat. I'd recommend against it. It has a strange taste that lingers beyond the swallow. If there in the summer and the brown or stout sound a bit too heavy (as they are to my taste), the light lager is a great choice. Next, the food. This is not where they earn the 5-stars, but it's good enough. I like the Ale and Cheese soup, the Seared Ahi Tuna appetizer and last night's gazpacho special was excellent. Their entrees are good. I had the Jerk du Jour (the wife said I *am* the Jerk du Jour, but that's my problem, not yours). It was salmon and it was very good. The salmon was mild, the jerk was tasty but not overpowering and the sauce on top added a little tang. My wife had the Key Lime Shrimp and Lobster over fettuccine. I'm not a cream sauce guy, and the lobster was not very tasty. I'd never get that. Service is always very attentive, with regular checks and friendly demeanor. Finally, the view. Sit outside if the weather permits. The views of the Matanzas are stunning, with an occasional clip-clop of horse's hooves breaking the traffic sounds. Once the renovation of the Bridge of Lions is finished, the view will be even better (I've been before they started and it was excellent). After dark is also very nice. Parking is tricky and the place is a little pricey, but not bad for the location.

    (5)

  • Mark K.

    Nice selection of home-made brews. Lively server. Good happy hour discounts. Some innovative dishes. Try the boniato chips, interesting sweet potato-like tuber.

    (3)

  • Luke H.

    We go for a drink, but never stay for the night. Nightspot for 35-55s, with live music. Food is forgettable.

    (3)

  • John B.

    I eat here every time i come to St Augustine. The food is incredible and the brews exceptional.

    (5)

  • Brenda H.

    We liked this place, actually. I'm surprised by all the bad reviews, but maybe we just got lucky. My friend ordered the A1A burger - he said it was okay, nothing to write home about, but not terrible. I had the soup and half sandwich - Crab BLT and Lobster Bisque. When the soup came, I discovered it was not lobster, but the cheese soup; I was going to send it back, but once I tasted it, I liked it so much I decided not to say anything. The soup was definitely the best part of the meal; the sandwich was decent. Service was fast consdering how packed the restaurant was.

    (3)

  • miss a.

    i really liked the views from the outside upper balcony. i LOVED the blackened chicken salad!!!!! yum all around!

    (4)

  • Ashley H.

    My husband and I ate here on 3/26 for dinner. I chose this place because I wanted a view of the river. I also have eaten here about 7 years ago and seem to remember it better than it was this time around. When we got to the top area, where the restaurant is located, I asked one of the two hostesses if we could be seated next to a window. (I was not aware there was also outside balcony seating, or I would have asked for that) The girl I asked looked down at her table map thing to check if one was available (although I could see from my view point there were 3 at least). The hostess next to her was very snooty when she responded "We can get you a view but we can't guarantee a window". I was confused and a bit put off because I could clearly see window tables. The first hostess just asked us to follow her and found us a window table off to the side. It took at least 10 minutes for a waiter to come over. He saw us, even made eye contact with me a few times, but 10 minutes?! While we waited we had already decided what to eat and drink and just needed to place our order. I am very picky about good service, so I was already peeved about the hostess' attitude and now this. When he finally arrived, he acted very rushed and as if our placement in his section was an inconvenience. This made us in turn feel rushed and tainted the rest of the evening. I ordered lemon crusted flounder and my husband had shrimp and grits. We both enjoyed our meal, as this was the best part about this place. The waiter never once checked on us and ignored our attempts to flag him down for more drinks. Fast forward to pay the bill though, and he was super speedy. Again, I did not appreciate the rushed feeling. I stopped off in the restroom on the way out, and that was a disaster! One stall was disgusting and refused to flush, and after hastily backing out of that one, the other stall had a carpet of toilet paper. The smell from the clogged stall made my last impression of this place unfavorable. I'm sorry to say that I would not recommend this place, despite a great view and good food. If you do not place as much importance on service and cleanliness as me, however, please enjoy. But you can get better everything somewhere else!

    (2)

  • Will C.

    Cold beers, great views from the upper outdoor deck, and average pub food.

    (3)

  • Jason F.

    You stupid assholes. This is one of the worst restaurants I have tried in the last five years. We had: burger (frozen), crab BLT (fishy), lobster bites (bland/greasy), salad (wilted/brown), ahi tuna (old, sliced wrong), hummus (2-3 days old, oxidizing), sweet potato chips (soggy, completely dumped in seasoning), shrimp (looked like rubber, didn't go near) Everything was complete fucking trash. You are better off eating straight from the dumpster and skipping this middleman. However, the brown ale was delicious. To anyone that gave this place three stars or better? I now know to never trust another review from any of you jerks. This was a joke.

    (1)

  • Dave H.

    I'm normally not a big fan of Brewerys but this place was great. Service was excellent, food was abover average. I really like the Porpoise Point Pale Ale. Also the Pumpkin Ale was pretty darn good too. Mahi and Tuna Sammichs are very very good.

    (4)

  • Angi R.

    Even though it is a brewery, my curiosity got the best of me and I had to order the cucumber martini - it was cold, smooth and had a sweet cucumber flavor. It made me think of summer in January. The food was pretty good too. My friend and I shared the crab and artichoke dip and it was tasty and creamy and contained a nice amount of crab meat. At that point, we didn't have any silverware and my friend had to snatch some from a neighboring table. The first dish the waitress brought out was not what I had ordered - well, the pecan-crusted salmon looked good but I had ordered the shrimp past with smoked gouda and bacon sauce (with that kind of sauce on the menu, I honestly can't imagine why anyone would want anything else). I wish I could have licked the cheesy bacony goodness off my plate. The past was pasta and the shrimp was supposed to be coated with parmesan but I didn't really taste it. The service was kind of slow and our waitress seemed a little inexperienced or absent-minded. I don't know what issues the other reviewers had but I liked it and I'll go back.

    (4)

  • D M.

    Sooooo drunk. Dorian and I came here after I'd had one gin martini, and we ordered some food to soak it up with, and some more booze to wash it down with. It was a fun afternoon. We ordered some of the plantain nachos, which were good, and necessarily greasy. I ate all the jalapenos off of the nachos, which is NOT a good idea, so don't eat all the hots off of nachos. The service was nice, and I kept my gin streak going versus trying the in house brewed beer. If I ever come back, I will stick with beer, but the gin and tonics were sure tasty. Everything was reasonably priced, and there are tevevisions going for all the sports enthusiasts.

    (4)

  • lauren j.

    It's OK. I've been there a few times, and the food isn't amazing, but it's not bad by any stretch. The beer is house-made; they have a light lager, a pale ale, a brown ale, a red ale, a stout, and a seasonal. Personally I thought the light lager was gross, but I liked the brown ale and the red ale quite well. The stout is alright, too. The decor is very nice. You can sit outside on the deck, overlooking the (currently under construction) Bridge of Lions and Matanzas Bay (I recommend sitting outside, even though the outdoor chairs are plastic lawn chair things), or you can sit inside and watch tropical fish go by in the enormous saltwater tanks. The waiters are a bit ho-hum...middle of the road. The service won't knock you off your feet, but they're not awful, either--just OK. A few times I've been a bit annoyed with the length of time on water refills, though. Food: I've ordered the hummus and pitas for an appetizer. The hummus was alright, it could have used some garlic and oil, and I ended up squeezing the lemon from my water over top of it to add some acidity. I've also eaten the ale & cheese soup-- that is actually quite good. If you get a salad, make sure to ask for dressing on the side; they put WAY too much of it on. The portabella mushroom sandwich is decent, though a bit small. Portion sizes are enough to satisfy, but if you're looking to have something left over for lunch the next day, you won't find it here. I hear that they serve food late-night, though. Overall, the food seems sort of assembly line. It tastes alright, it just doesn't feel like individual attention was put into each plate. All in all, its just alright. Wish I could do 2.5 stars instead of 3.

    (3)

  • Hunter B.

    I was lucky in getting here right before the big dinner crowd poured in at around 6:00 p.m. on a recent weekend. Got a table upstairs right by the window with a view overlooking the river and had a very attentive server. The seared ahi tuna was quite good, but was slightly undercooked (yes, even for what it was). Didn't expect that from a house specialty, as it's listed on the menu. Even so, the tuna and the sides were tasty, as was the pale ale that went down with 'em. Prices are reasonable and the bar downstairs seemed to be getting pretty lively while the upstairs tables were filling up. There are also some outdoor tables that I figure are open in warmer weather. Next time I'm down in St. Augustine, I'll most likely stop back to try some of the other beers. Recommended.

    (4)

  • Colleen M.

    yum beer=good cheese grit cake thingy=heavenly service=a-okay!

    (4)

  • Holly L.

    The sesame seared tuna was so good, that I can't wait to eat here again!

    (5)

  • Ron N.

    I had high expectations for this place after reading the local reviews but was a tad disappointed. The micro-beers were okay, not outstanding. The service was really, really slow. Thought I saw Ponce De Leon meandering through taking orders. We had a nice table near the window that looked out over the A1A, bridge, and part of town, a plus. I'd go to J.P. Henley's instead of this place.

    (3)

  • Alex G.

    Although I am a typically "high end" eater, I found this place to be more than decent for a family lunch. I would actually rate it 3.5 stars, as the beer sampler was as good as I have had in terms of beer flavor and quality. The cheese soup "bowl" was delicious, and came out piping hot (they say "bread for dipping", but it was just crackers). The burgers were huge and tasty, and the coconut shrimp was hot and flavorful, if a little too oily. My son had a grilled filet of mahi with jasmine rice - and left nothing on the plate! Although not a high end experience, we enjoyed it as a solidly average to slightly above average lunch and beer destination.

    (3)

  • Heather F.

    We visit A1A Aleworks at least twice a year. The lobster bisque soup is one of our absolute favorites. The veranda overlooking the bay is the best in the city and most of the time we have excellent service. The chairs on the porch are not too comfortable and they have too many tables crammed in the space but the view makes up for this. They have a different menu for lunch and dinner. Lunch is your best bargain. The Council of Aging on Marine Street sells a discount card for $10.00 that will save you 50% on a second meal. This card is good at several restaurants in St. Augustine and over on the island. If you don't have that, they do offer 10% discount to the trolley riders.

    (4)

  • Jamie S.

    This placed was highly recommended to us by several different friends and we feel it was a little hyped up. If you're going to come here... come strictly for their delicious beers and ale & cheese soup. Otherwise, their dishes are overpriced and pretty small. My husband and I both got the soup and salad - the salad is pretty small, but the soup is so heavy, it fills you up. I had the Porpoise Point IPA, which was DELICIOUS! My husband had the seasonal Oktoberfest and my brother had the King Street Light Lager - both were pleased. My brother and his girlfriend intended on splitting the entree portion of the seared tuna, since it got raving reviews, but they weren't too impressed. The food itself tasted good, but the portion was SO tiny. They thought the waiter messed up and gave them the appetizer portion, until they saw their bill and were charged $20 for a tiny entree. Not too happy. All in all - we suggest coming here to relax and taste-test all their different beers and/or come for a snack of the beer & ale soup.

    (3)

  • David H.

    Very nice atmosphere and a great view of the Fort and water. It was a little too cool to sit outside, but that would have been beautiful. My mom and I Had the Jambalaya which was fabulous! I asked for mine with extra spice and another substitution which was handled perfectly and with no sidewise glances from the server. My sister had chicken fettucini which she said was outstanding. The only thing that kept A1A from the fifth star is that I thought it was a bit pricy. Otherwise ...great.

    (4)

  • Jay R.

    Artichoke dip & a Mojito with a view of the bay at dusk is about it for me. Beer soup isn't bad. Then again I'm not a beer person at all. A tourist "must stop" is all it is. My "Local" opinion is ... The lower bar is okay at night. The bands are usually good but too loud for such a small place... That about sums it up.

    (4)

  • K R.

    Great location! My husband and I did a restaurant/bar hop around St Augustine yesterday! A1A Aleworks was our last stop of the afternoon. We arrived around 4:30 just in time for Happy Hour. It was one of the first days good for sitting outside this year and we capitalized on it by sitting outside overlooking the Bridge of Lions. The drinks were excellent and priced well with the Happy Hour specials (4-7). We had appetizers elsewhere so we just selected entrees here. I had the Carribean Jerk Shrimp Scampi over fettuccine and my husband ate fresh fried grouper sandwich. We both thoroughly enjoyed our meal! Our waiter was great and helped us with our meal selections! We were not rushed and was able to enjoy the fabulous day!

    (4)

  • Ryan M.

    This is a great place for a date or to bring guests. This is one of a chain of unique microbrewery restaurants, and a solid bar and dining establishment. Absolutely great location, make sure to sit out on the balcony on the second floor. The seafood is good, as is most everything else. Make sure to try their homemade beers.

    (4)

  • David D.

    I have been here many times--most recently for new years. The food is good; the drinks are great. I really recommend their Trinidad wings. They are very good. Also, they brew their own beer and have live music at night. The restaurant has an outside area which has a nice view of the Slave Market and the Bridge of Lions.

    (4)

  • Carolyn M.

    The food is bland and overpriced. The service is so-so. The atmosphere is like any other bar you went to in college. I give it 2 stars only because of its prime location with outdoor seating overlooking the water.

    (2)

  • Daniel S.

    If you're looking for a bite to eat or a drink, this place is as safe a bet as any. The prices are fairly reasonable given the area. The menu isn't too adventurous and has enough staples to keep most folks happy. Not bad, not remarkable, just good.

    (3)

  • Sarah S.

    This is a wonderful restaurant in downtown St. Augustine. The service, the atmosphere, and the food were all wonderful. We came with a party of eight people, and each of us enjoyed our meal; I ordered the sushi-grade Ahi tuna and it was amazing! For dessert three of us split a white chocolate cherry bread pudding... oh, it was so good! I highly recommend making this restaurant part of your St. Augustine dinner plans.

    (5)

  • Benjamin H.

    Crap food. Crap service. Crap in general. Augustine has so much to offer, skip this place and do yourself a favor.

    (1)

  • Karen O.

    Went to this place on vacation. Very chill and fun spot, but they seem to get mad busy (was packed when I was there). It's also located within walking distance of a lot of things and that's a major plus. I found the food to be pretty yummy. The hummus was absolutely delicious and refreshing. I can't remember what other people in my party had, but I loved the shrimp scampi over angel hair pasta. The service was fine, not mind-blowing, but not terrible. Try the pomegranate lemonade. =D It was delish!

    (4)

  • Scott W.

    Agreed. Their food is terrible. I used to live in Neptune Beach, and I understand they have some association with the Ragtime up there in Atlantic Beach, meaning the same beer. There is one draft I like, can't recall, like Tampa Brown or something. But I took some friends there and was embarrassed at the food served. Looked like a damn mess. A little training please? No one is looking for slop.

    (1)

  • lori S.

    we went here for dinner friday night april 22nd. it was awful!!! there were 3 of us for dinner.....1 person liked his meal but ordered the ale and cheese soup and it had no flavor. the 2nd person had the soup too but had the same opinion....she ordered the coconut shrimp and it just tasted like fried shrimp...no coconut. then the 3rd person never even got to eat!! his soup....lobster bisque tasted like tomato soup and then he had the pecan encrusted salmon and that came out on a plank with a little sauce and some pecans on top of the salmon....not encrusted as stated!!! then he got the crab cakes and they tasted more like tuna cakes.....not good at all!!! when we complained the manager never came out...just the waiter apologized and didnt charge us for it. my advice to anyone reading this is to eat elsewhere!!! good luck.

    (1)

  • Pooh T.

    Great home brewed beer. Great friendly servers. fresh fish!!! The inside is all new. They shut down for a month to redecorate.

    (5)

  • Alex Y.

    We visited St. Augustine for a couple of days and found this place through Yelp! The location is excellent, right on the river with a panoramic view of OldTown. The decor is inspired and the atmosphere unpretentious. The floor plan is a bit truncated and claustrophobic, but the food and micro brew beer rectified that. The fusion preparation mated my wife's choice of beer with her coconut shrimp dish, although she commented on several charred pieces. I tried the Ahi Tuna sandwich and found it to be great with the stout and tasty slaw. The prices were expected of any tourist location and the staff was friendly.

    (3)

  • Kimberly L.

    Based on the recommendations of our server (Ben), we went with the crab and artichoke dip for an appetizer. There were lumps of crab meat in this dip that were not to be believed. It was truly the best dip of that type I have ever eaten. We finished the bread it came with, and used the table bread to finish it off. Again, based on our server's recommendation, my husband went with the Ragtime shrimp (coated in coconut goodness, and fried). I went with the Miso marinated salmon, which came with Jasmine rice and a balsamic salad. The food is competitively priced with those downtown, and worth every penny. The added bonus is the spectacular views from the second floor upper deck. We went for dinner, and definitely will go back for another dinner, or possibly try their lunch. Either way, you can't go wrong.

    (4)

  • Anna L.

    This place is usually pretty solid to go to. The service has always been good, even when it is busy. It's lovely to sit outside on a nice day and have a beautiful view of the river. The bar area on the first floor is also a nice hangout, but it can get cramped when it's busy. The food and beer is good. They brew their own beer in house, which is cool. The lobster and shrimp tacos is probably the best thing I've ever eaten. Absolutely delicious!

    (4)

  • Michelle M.

    The crab and artichoke dip is insane. And the little bread you get with them? Omg. We ordered the ragtime shrimp which was good. Not as good as the dip but good. We also ordered the chicken wings, with Datil pepper sauce which was WAY too hot. Like way too hot. Besides the dip, the shining part of the evening was the drinks! Atlantic Beach Lemonade, you are my favorite. Just sweet enough but you can taste the alcohol. They are yum.

    (4)

  • Stephanie B.

    If you want a breathtaking view of the city, this is the place to go! The balcony seating is the best outdoor seating of any restaurant that I have visited as of yet. My guest and I ordered the Key Lime shrimp pasta dish. Considering that I'm not a huge fan of pasta, I was blown away of how much I enjoyed this menu item. The Key Lime flavor did not overpower the seafood and blended beautifully in a creamy sauce. It was nice to have a filling meal that wasn't heavy due to the heat that day. We arrived at 6:00 on a Friday and received excellent service from our server, Jen B. I was surprised by how quickly we received our cocktails (which were only five bucks thanks to happy hour!) from the bar and how our water glasses were always full. Jen B. provided great insight into local attractions and was very sweet. She definitely made our experience more enjoyable. Tip: We picked up a 10% off coupon at the tourist shops in town!

    (5)

  • Lael M.

    I've been here twice so far. The paella is to die for! I highly recommend it. My friends would definitely recommend the ale cheese soup. They order it every time! I would give a 5 star rating but I have found a tiny bit of issues with a lack of seasoning and service can be a tad slow. Despite those drawbacks, this is absolutely a place to experience in St. Augustine. I definitely recommend sitting outside when the weather permits because the view is beautiful! Good eats and good views. This is a spot to try out!

    (4)

  • Schannon B.

    Bry and I went here on our relaxation day. We wondered around the city of St. Augustine, perused the boats and fell in love with El Galeon. To culminate our adventure we popped into A1A Ale Works and ordered Sangrias, crab cakes and quesadillas. All of which, were very delicious. The best part was dining outside- if you're a people watcher you'll definitely enjoy the many patrons this town has to offer: colorful and vibrant just like the marina life thriving outside this restaurant. If you're here with friends, family or even your SO, you'll have an amazingly relaxing time. Listen to the ocean and take in a sangria or two.

    (4)

  • Jenny W.

    This was a five star pub food experience. The beer was fantastic - Cucumber Saison was light and refreshing, but could be easily overwhelmed for the very reason it's so tasty. The Coconut Porter was absolutely delicious- thick and sweet and flavorful. As for food, the two of us shared the following. A bowl of the rich and creamy A1A Ale Cheese Soup with bread (too much bread for two, by far) - the soup was very tasty. I would have preferred more ale flavor but my date loved it. A Spinach Salad that was perfection- warm goat cheese medallions crusted with hazelnuts, fresh apple slices, spicy pecans, dried cherries & a divine hot bacon and onion dressing. All together an inspired goddess of a salad. I would have gladly eaten nothing else but more salad. Key Lime Shrimp & Lobster Pasta - just the right size to share. They were VERY generous with the seafood; there were plenty of shrimp & big chunks of lobster throughout. The sauce was light and flavorful, though the lime flavor was definitely not overwhelming (again, I would probably have preferred a stronger lime character, but my boyfriend thought it was perfect). Finally, we took the White Chocolate Cherry Bread Pudding to go and ate it on the veranda of our B&B. Even though it was room temperature by the time we ate it, it was lovely. The cherries were the best part, though the sauce was excellent also. Our server Kataryna was wonderful, her recommendations were spot on and she was friendly and very attentive. We had a 45-minute wait for a table but since they text you when your table is ready, we simply walked around the art galleries and enjoyed the beautiful weather. We'll be back! (Maybe tomorrow for salad.)

    (5)

  • Dan S.

    2 stars for the atmosphere/view but the food was just OK and even worse when your burger is served with wax paper!!!! I took a bite of the Kobe beef burger and it was dry and lacked flavor. So I took the bottom bun off to add some condiments and noticed this weird thing on it. After further inspection it was the paper used to keep the raw patties separated. I didn't make a scene. I wasn't rude or condescending either. The manager never came out. I still ended up paying for the burger. I was simply offered a dessert. Mistakes happen. It's HOW we handle mistakes that determines our service. This would be a 4 star review had the burger been scratched from the bill and an apology from the manager.

    (1)

  • Aimee S.

    When we arrived, we decided to sit at a table in the bar area. We were seated for quite a while without being acknowledged. The bartender was having a lengthy conversation with a customer. We decided to go upstairs to eat. We were seated right away and our waitress same right over. We ordered the crab & artichoke dip and Mahi sandwich. The dip had great flavor, but there were too many green onions. The Mahi sandwich was basic and didn't have much flavor. The service was attentive and refills were offered often.

    (3)

  • Conrad M.

    I always send my guests here and they always come back happy. In 10 years ive never had a bad meal. Good selection and their brewmaster Doug is affable and Dale is one of the best bartenders in town. Get on their email list if youre local for keg tapping parties...

    (5)

  • Robin O.

    Nothing too special. Great view from the bar area. The main dining area and restrooms are upstairs. The fish tacos were good, but there are a lot of items on the menu to chose from.

    (3)

  • Kristen S.

    Food and service are excellent. The Manager Phil is really awesome too. We go there every time we're in town. Highly recommend!

    (5)

  • Ali H.

    God food Great location nice service, i give four for only thing, they don't recognize between medium and well done

    (4)

  • Laetitia V.

    I read this was a place to go when you stop by St Augustine ... and it was great ! The location just in front of the sea is very nice. Te restaurant offer a really nice view from the traditional balcony. Unfortunatly, I didn't have a chance to enjoy it since it was raining. The interior design is nice. Our waiter was very friendly but professional. He gave us very good advice to choose our meal. I had a SOUP, SIDE & HALF SANDWICH (Crab BLT sandwich with rice and beans side) IT WAS SO DELICIOUS !!!! Everything was really good. I can't finish my meal and for the price (9.75$) this was perfect !

    (5)

  • Beth M.

    Only stopped in for drinks at the bar. Took a long while to get service even though it wasn't too crowded. Got a speciality drink that was supposed to be with fresh squeezed lemonade, but tasted like just plain bottled lemonade. Also had to brush off 4 ants from me while there for an hour.

    (2)

  • Doug S.

    Stopped in to take a break from site-seeing and shopping. We didn't order any of the food, but everything smelled sooo good. All the customers seemed very happy, and for being as busy as it was, the staff was very pleasant. I look forward to returning again.

    (4)

  • Pam H.

    I love beer. I love all things coconut. The Coconut Porter produced by A1A Ale Works is a combination of two of my most favorite things in the most delicious way. Add in some awesome food, and you have a very happy, very full Pam H. I visited A1A for a Sunday brunch with some friends, and we were glad we got there early, because by the time we left this place was hopping! Our server was really helpful with navigating the menu and deciding on beer. We ended up ordering a flight, so we could sample each of their brewed offerings, and the blue cheese chips to start. The blue cheese chips were a nice big portion- plenty for the three of us to enjoy. The chips are made in-house, smothered in blue cheese, this sour-creamy goodness, and bacon. The flight consisted of 7 small pours, ranging from a light lager to the aforementioned delicious porter. There were also two seasonal picks, both which were interesting. I still can't decide if I loved them or not, but they were definitely interesting flavors. I enjoyed the seafood cobb salad as my entree. Also known as the HUGE seafood cobb salad. The bowl felt more like a giant bucket, filled with all kinds of wonderful goodies, including avocado, shrimp, crab, bacon, and cheese- all the important items that should always make up a salad. The jalapeno ranch dressing topped it off perfectly. I found myself dipping the blue cheese chips in the ranch, which I highly recommend- so good! My friends ordered the chicken quesadilla (which is listed under the starters, but can easily work as a meal), which she said was just ok, nothing too special, and the blackened chicken salad, which also came with the jalapeno ranch. From the second floor dining room we had a nice view of the Lion Bridge and the waterway. If it wasn't so hot we would have opted to sit on the wrap around patio to maximize the great view. Hopefully next time the weather will cooperate!

    (4)

  • Jerry E.

    The food was good. I had jambalaya that was decent and Maryanne had pasta with shrimp and veggies and it was ok. We took a long walk in the drizzling rain. A good first day in St Augustine FL

    (3)

  • Sean T.

    The Good: nice view of St. Augustine. Available outside balcony seating. The Bad: food was lackluster compared to the price. Service was poor (slow refills). This particular restaurant will be off my list (at least for a while).

    (2)

  • Elissa W.

    This place is usually very good, but not this time. Service was very slow, nearly an hour before we could even place our dinner order (it was not very crowded). I ordered the Kobe sliders for my meal and they tasted like meatballs that had been in the fridge for a week, and the buns were soggy. By the time the check was coming, I was very sick feeling, and rushed to a bathroom once I had paid. I'm still sick, several hours later. Everyone else enjoyed their meal, but after that, I will not be back. There's no excuse when the prices are that high that they would serve old food that would make someone sick

    (2)

  • Kamni G.

    I know! It is insane that it took almost 9 months of us living in St.Johns to finally venture here for a friend's birthday celebration. It turns out they don't take reservations, but don't let that deter you! They have priority call ahead seating, so do yourself a favor and call ahead and get on that list. We walked in said every name I could think of and they couldn't find my friends name so we were told 45-60 min wait. Now that is a Saturday night, prime time. So we went to the bar and hung out. We barely got a drink before a hostess came over and explained that they found the name and our table is ready. Wah?!! Yeah so call ahead, it makes a difference. We ordered: Ceasar salad and lobster bisque Fries, crab and shrimp roll Quesadilla and lobster bisque Mango wings and a1a cheese soup Drinks: Mango iced tea Root beer The lobster bisque was a hit at the table. And I loved my quesadilla. They don't lie, their apps are huge and can be your entree. We were all being true foodies and saving room for dessert later. I will def be going back here for some ale as soon as possible and try more grub. If you haven't gone yet, you should. Seating and priority seating Parking

    (4)

  • David K.

    Recommended to us for lunch- second floor eatery - nice view of St. Augustine harbor near the historic district. Food is ok - we both ordered the blue crab Blt- had high hopes but was underwhelmed. Minimal seasoning and SMALL portion of blue crab- reminded me of the Wendy's - where's the beef commercial . One piece of bacon and one leaf of arugula and one tomato slice per side of sandwich- service VERY slow- it's a tourist place so you get the tourist treatment. Would not come back for the food or service- beer was good and refreshing on a hot and steamy summer day

    (2)

  • Erin L.

    This was an okay restaurant for lunch. Despite calling in advance, we still had to wait for 10 minutes once we arrived. We were seated on the balcony, which was great except for the table next to us smoking. Breathing in someone else's cigarette smoke while eating doesn't really make for the best of dining experiences. The service was a bit slow as well. I got the soup, side, and half sandwich with the crab BLT, lobster bisque, and fries. These were just okay, nothing special really. The heavy soup was probably a poor choice for such a warm day.

    (2)

  • Jorge V.

    Kicked off with blue crab and artichoke dip, great flavor balance. Lobster bisque; tomato based flavored big opportunity to enhance experience. Drinks, king street light lager, light indeed simple flavor. Red Brick Ale, great Rich ale high bitterness less served volume higher alcohol concentration. Main Dish: Lobster and Shrimp Tacos, my wife would recommend adding lime and avocado(avocado side 1$) interesting mix of crispy and soft. Buffalo Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs, good taste but I wouldn't order it twice

    (5)

  • Dave O.

    We love this place and never pass it by when traveling to St. Augustine. We love sitting downstairs at the bar for drinks and appetizers. We have also had a few dinners upstairs in the dining room and cocktails out on the upstairs balcony. Great service always a great selection of their micro brews on tap and solid food choices. This is a great place to meet up with friends the upstairs balcony always provide great people watching opportunities. On a visit here a few years ago we were given a great souvenir for our patio by the manager (check out my photo it's awesome). We were having fun and held a small scavenger hunt and what a score it was. We really enjoy spending New Years Eve here when we can it's just a wonderful place to relax, drink and enjoy a good meal. I highly recommend you give them a try when in the area it's the place to be.

    (5)

  • Cheryl S.

    All of the entrées were excellent the jambalaya the pot pie the medallions the hamburger.

    (5)

  • Steph H.

    This is definitely a popular spot in St. Augustine, but service on my group's recent visit left much to be desired. My friends and I chose this spot for dinner on a Saturday visit to St. Augustine as it had a pretty extensive menu and offered indoor seating on a chilly fall evening! When we arrived we were advised it would be about a 20 minute wait, which we were fine with. I believe we ended up being seated more quickly than that, which is always a plus. Once we were seated, it took a little while for our server to make his way to our table. We placed our drink orders. That's where things started to go south. It probably took a good 20 minutes to receive our drinks. The server eventually noticed we were waiting without our drinks and stopped by the table saying they'd be on their way shortly. I offered that we could place our orders while he was there but he shut that down. To me, it seemed like a good way to get the ball rolling on our meals as we were quite hungry! Once we got our drinks, he did take our orders, which included an appetizer. When the appetizer came out, we also got our bread for the table. For me, I would have appreciated getting the bread a little earlier, but it is what it is. The food as a whole was okay. We had the spinach and crab dip as an app, which I enjoyed- it was served piping hot! I had the portabella mushroom sandwich as my entree. It was good, but I feel could have used a little more seasoning or sauce or something. I also felt the sandwich portion was on the smaller side- three quarters of the plate was french fries! I appreciate that the server was proactive in offering to split our checks, as that was more convenient for our group. There was however an error where I was charged for a drink that I had not had, nor had anyone in my party. Overall, if I'm back in St. Augustine, I'd likely try another restaurant. I understand a restaurant being busy, but I definitely feel this went beyond busy and that we were forgotten about a couple times.

    (2)

  • Layla J.

    The view from upstairs is nice. Food is a little over priced but not bad. I recommend grouper. Their iced peach tea is pretty good.

    (3)

  • Cecille R.

    Sweet little touristy spot in the heart of Downtown St. Augustine. Be prepared for some wait time if you come on the weekends. It's located right across the street from the Castillo de San Marcos so if you are seated on the patio on the 2nd floor, be prepared for some amazing views! Since it was scorching hot outside, we decided to dine indoors. We arrived waay before the rush on a Sunday morning so there was no wait at all. First floor seemed to be more casual with a bar . We were seated upstairs in the dining room (still more casual) in a roomy booth. If you're a beer person, you can try all of their beers that are produced there. My 2 friends opted to split a flight of beer. I am no beer drinker but the way my friend was raving over the Coconut Porter, I was almost tempted to have a sip. The food was pretty yummy. My friends ordered the blue cheese chips for the appetizer. While I normally don't do blue cheese, these were phenomenal- housemade chips topped with blue cheese cream, scallions, smoked bacon and blue cheese crumbles. Portion sizes are huge here so 1 appetizer is more than enough...well for 2-3 people. I opted to order the chicken quesadilla appetizer as my meal and paired a small side salad with the jalapeno ranch dressing. Super creamy with that "kick" of jalapeno. The chicken quesadilla app was just ok but on the plus side, a huge serving. They used a jalapeno cheddar tortilla and it had black beans , pepperjack cheese and pulled chicken along with a side of guac, pico de gallo and sour cream. I found that the chicken was too rich..not sure if it was the marinade but it had a strong, overwhelming flavor. I wouldn't order it again. My friends both ordered their salads and I swear they could feed an army of 4. The seafood cobb salad was enormous! So don't go crazy ordering here- portions are super duper sized and shareable. Service was good. Our server was checking in on us often but poor thing was flustered once it started to get busy and the dining room filled up with large parties. So I def felt for her. I would come back and maybe try to eat outdoors if the weather was cooler. Add this place to your St. Augustine foodie bucket list!

    (4)

  • Robert R.

    Always a good evening,pleasant service, perfect appetizers, cold beer, and a menu that is up to the times. Beautiful view of the bayfront and the boats

    (4)

  • Zach D.

    Great shrimp and spring roll appetizers! Sampler of their beers was very good and varied. 7 different pours.

    (4)

  • Matt F.

    Came here for the first time last weekend on a day trip to St. Augustine. We stopped in with the intent to try one beer each, but we ended up having their entire beer menu! Let me say, I'm very much a beer snob, so sue me. This day, it seems like breweries are cropping up all over, but this one surprised me with the quality of the brews. Their dark was very strong tasting, with a hint of coffee. I'd have to say the only beer of theirs that neither I, nor my lady friend, liked was the lager. It tasted like a domestic. Credit to the server though, when he asked how I liked it, he leaned in and joked that he had to have some for the "common" folks, haha. I know that he was joking, but it really made the experience even better. My personal preference leans to the fruit IPA, because it gave a usual IPA an even better kick. Their standard IPA felt a little boring by comparison, not saying that's bad, but there's clearly a winner here.

    (4)

  • Christina C.

    Super loud inside but delicious food! Upstairs is the dining room and downstairs is the bar. Either way you choose it will be super loud. However, we chose upstairs, because at first we sat downstairs and realized that we would probably get little to no service even though the menu was the same. It was a 15 min wait on a Tuesday night at 8:30 p.m. There is a beautiful view of the water that you can enjoy inside by the window or outside on the balcony. I would suggest eating outside on the balcony. They bring you bread. I like that the butter is whipped, but the bread wasn't that warm and not that great. I wouldn't waste my calories on the bread. I got the Crab BLT with sauteed vegetables and my fiance got the wings with a side of french fries. The Crab BLT was to die for! I am seriously in love with it and would suggest it to anyone. There is a ton of crab in the crab salad and the bread is nice and sturdy. The sauteed vegetables weren't great, but they weren't bad. The french fries were really good. I would just stick with fries next time. They are like McDonald fries in terms of cut, but have a good crunch. My fiance was not that impressed with the wings, but he also got them in bar b q sauce, which he dislikes (not a story worth telling how that happened), so that might have biased his opinion. Our server was really nice, but seemed to have her hands full, which slowed her down a bit. Not to the point of it being a problem, but it was just a observation. If you want an intimate dinner, go somewhere else, but if you're looking for a chill evening with good food, this is a place to go!

    (4)

  • Jerry C.

    Food was ok, but way overpriced, service was terrible and ownership really needs to address this before more business is lost

    (2)

  • Cody A.

    The datil pepper wings are amazing. I live 2 hours away and drive out at least once a month just to eat here. The service is typically pretty decent and the view is nice. It's always really busy on weekends so expect a wait unless you want to sit outside and smell the horse pee.

    (4)

  • Beth Anne E.

    This is one of my favorite restaurants in St. Augustine. If it's nice out you can get a beautiful view of the bay by sitting outside on the balcony. The prices are more reasonable than a lot of the other restaurants in the area. The Beer Cheese soup is DELICIOUS and a must! I've never had anything like it! It's also very filling sometimes I go there for the soup and nothing else. The service is okay. Sometimes I get good service and sometimes it's just okay. If you eat downstairs at the bar the service is usually awful but upstairs in the restaurant it's usually pretty good.

    (4)

  • Brad K.

    Great menu selection decent prices with a home run view. We held our wedding reception back in 2005 at the A1A. Back then it was a combination of the view and the price we got. But over the years they just keep getting better. Their menu offers a wide variety of options that will please everyone. They have managed to consistently keep their quality high year to year. Where some restaurants peak and then fall, they have kept up year to year. Service is normally very good. Of course if you hit it at peak time there might be a wait for seating, and the kitchen takes longer to get your orders out. Yes their prices are on the higher side, but once you see and taste the quality of the dish you're ordering you will see it's well worth the little extra in price. We highly recommend dining here when in St. Augustine !!

    (4)

  • Brittany B.

    This restaurant is great for its location alone! If you eat out on the upper deck at night the view is beautiful! The food and drinks were well made and our meal (ragtime shrimp, lobster and shrimp tacos and the mahi mahi sandwich) was very filling. One recommendation is going before 7 because their happy hour drink specials are worth it!

    (5)

  • Becky O.

    See my check in! This place rocks! Get Becky for your server and she will make your meal! Thanks again for the great meal! We will definitely be back!

    (5)

  • Dionisio A.

    Great beer, good atmosphere! As an AHA member I enjoy the value that brewpubs like these bring. The only down side was the limited space made seating a bit troublesome. I love their rotating tap! A must return!

    (4)

  • Kristine E.

    Great central location with large windows facing the marina. Good service, good drinks, and outstanding food (crab BLT and key lime cheesecake are wonderful).

    (4)

  • Angelita D.

    I went here 2 times now and the food was not so good. I got a pasta and it was watery and no salt no pepper! No taste at all. Our service was awful and had to wait for 20 minutes just to get a water. Next time I visit at Augustine I'm just going to explore a new restaurant.

    (2)

  • Lily F.

    Spent a few days in St. Augustine and stopped by this place for dinner. The food was absolutely amazing, the drinks were great, and the bartenders were extremely helpful. There was also a band playing live which was a definite plus.

    (4)

  • Sonny D.

    It was pretty good. Locals kept recommending it which I thought was odd because it seems touristy. We were looking for something a little more local and authentic but surprisingly didn't have much luck. But it's got a nice little porch seating area with a good view. I got the cheese soup (because you all told me too!) And it was ok I guess. Though after my first taste the first thing I thought was it was queso just as a soup. Mahi Mahi sandwich was better than expected. The lobster bisque a bit runny. I'd recommend it, I guess, I wouldn't necessarily hurry back.

    (3)

  • Jessica W.

    Loved this place! Sit outside if it's a nice night. We sat on the upstairs balcony overlooking the water. Beer is local and the miso salmon dish is wonderful! I'd definitely recommend this to anyone visiting St Augustine!

    (5)

  • Sharon P.

    Cook )[not a chef) does not know what 'medium rare' is. Food comes out well done. Server was very professional and didn't charge us!

    (2)

  • Geert G.

    Fish and chips had too much batter and coconut shrimp was good. The terras is great to sit. Will be back here.

    (3)

  • Mpocjt O.

    Wonderful views and great locally brewed beers. Fantastic food to top it all off. This trip I decided to try a mojito in lieu of there hose produced beer. They were fantastic too. I haven't had a bad meal at the place. Try it for beer, entrees, nachos, fish, the list goes on.

    (4)

  • Doug B.

    Had a blast with my wife, we sat outside at the corner and the view was spectacular. Food of the charts good along with the beer. Pete was our server and was the best!

    (4)

  • A S.

    I love this place and the food and atmosphere is great. Why it lost two stars was because when I went this week on a trip up to St. A, we had horrible service. The food was great, but we had to constantly ask for items that should have been there - water, silverware, spoon for the soup, water. Highly recomend the beer soup. It has been years but when I have had their beer it has been good.

    (3)

  • Benjamin G.

    It's been a while since our first visit with A1A and I was so glad we had a chance to build this in as a part of our brewery road trip a few summers ago. Luckily, our visit was during the somewhat cool part of a Floridian Winter - January. We stopped in for lunch and our lunch choices were made better with some of the in-house brews. The blue cheese chips and the cheese soup were both what we were the most excited for on the food side of things. Both were pretty fantastic and definitely hit the spot. I was really interested in trying the lobster soup as well as I had read a lot about it, but perhaps upon a different visit. The beers were nice. Nothing too punchy or overtly crazy. I suppose I can see St Augustine not really matching the scene of some other highly-traversed towns for travelers and the brews definitely were on par. The King St Light Lager was the easiest to approach from all sides. Light, a bit crisp, and pairs well with just about everything on their menu. I also liked the Red Brick and the IPA. Nothing changed my view of beer indefinitely, but it was nice to have tried them. The place is set up for visitors, plain and simple. It's pretty standard and easy to find something within the menu for everyone. Beyond beer, they have a fully stocked bar and plenty of wine choices as well. A-OK in my book and an easy choice for anyone visiting St Augustine.

    (3)

  • Richard P.

    I was attending a wedding this past weekend in St. Augustine. The groom wanted all the groomsmen and ushers to have lunch together. We ended up going to A1A Ale Works. I ordered the chicken avocado sandwich with espresso dark stout. We had a good time chatting and throwing back a few. The sandwich was not bad but nothing to write home about other than that it was a healthier choice. We went when they first opened, so there wasn't many people there. The place has a classic pub vibe and the service was good. I'd go back to visit again and try something different.

    (4)

  • Bill B.

    If it were not for the great location of this restaurant overlooking the waterfront, there is no doubt it would be out of business! Crap food, LAME service, and weak "craft" home brews. With so many great restaurants in the historical St. Augustine area, DO NOT waste your time here!! Only 2 stars because location...

    (2)

  • Mar H.

    Had a great dinner! Appetizer of Ragtime scrimp with a creamy dipping sauce with a hint of horseradish. The coconut was not overwhelming. For my entree I had huge hunks of lobster and shrimp in pasta our waiter, Ben S. Was great! He recommended several things that were awesome. Upstairs with the sea breeze at dinner hour was unbeatable!

    (5)

  • Joseph M.

    Food was good, but the service was not up to par. We waited at least 10 minutes for someone even to take a drink order. The restaurant wasn't even that busy at the time, it was about 3pm on a Monday so the lunch rush was over and dinner rush hadn't started. Come to find out it was the same guy that had walked by our table at least 3 times and didn't even say hello or that he would be right with us. We were about to get up and leave, but luckily for them we didn't. The food was good. I had a fried grouper sandwich that great flavor and my girlfriend had Jambalaya that was good, but a bit overpriced. I would go back as long as the service doesn't take as long again. I won't be as patient next time since I already was once.

    (3)

  • Robin S.

    I was pleasantly surprised. After reading some of the reviews, I worried that I'd be walking into a tourist trap. Given the nature of the people walking the streets (tourists, of which I was one), it seemed likely. But I wanted to try their beer. The lower bar area is not large and the bar itself is even smaller. That's where I would have preferred to sit. But given the crowd, I was lucky to snag a table as someone was leaving - this about 6 PM on a muggy summer Friday. Interestingly, it cleared out somewhat during the period I was there. I like IPA's and A1A's did not disappoint. It isn't a hop monster and has a good bit of body without being high gravity. Perfect. I probably should have asked for a flight, but as I said, I like IPA's. The menu is fairly large and, frankly, has the look of one you'd find in a tourist trap. A little too polished and chain-like. Just an impression, mind you. Doesn't mean anything. I went with the blackened mahi-mahi special. This dish was just about flawless. Fish was nicely seasoned, seared without being cooked dry. Nice side of squash, served on rice. Good portion, too. By that, I mean enough to be filling but no more. YMMV on that, of course. Excellent service. Oh, and I tried a cup of the cheese soup because some Yelpers raved. OMG.

    (4)

  • Adam J.

    Everything sounds good on the menu but all the dishes that our party got were underwhelming. A lot of the dishes (even the vegetarian ones) had an artificial liquid smoke taste. The service was friendly bit slow and not very efficient. The whole experience left the taste that it's a tourist trap.

    (2)

  • Alexandra M.

    I came here as part of a rehearsal dinner group and was seated upstairs in a private room. I've been here once before many years ago and remembered how delicious it was. This experience did not disappoint. I ordered BBQ shrimp skewers that came with this grit.... cake? Who knows but it was delicious! What a genius idea to take grits, mold them, and pan fry them! I also tasted the peanut butter pie and it was to for. Overall it was a great meal, and it's also a great place for weddings. The bride of my party had commented that she wished she had booked this place for her wedding venue instead of where she booked. Have to say... I can't disagree.

    (4)

  • Justine C.

    Great beer! Lots of shops near by with a great view as well. Try the Brewers select IPA!!!

    (4)

  • KImberly B.

    Mahi sandwich was great. great burgers are good service was good nice view of the bay.

    (3)

  • Katherine S.

    Really great menu, not a huge fan of their beers, but most people love them. I love the outdoor deck and the bar downstairs. It can get a little crazy and loud when it's busy. I love their food though, ESPECIALLY the beer cheese soup. NOM NOM.

    (4)

  • Joy L.

    jAbsolutely fabulous! We came here 3 years ago and felt the same way. Then we went sans baby and ate in the bar on the bottom floor. This time we were pleasantly surprised to find out they have an elevator (not many places in this town do) and were able to bring the baby carriage upstairs without any problem. The entire staff is extremely nice and our waiter,Mathew, was fantastic. My husband ordered their beer sampler. It is around $6 to taste all the beers they brew on site. They put each sample on a paper placemat that gives information about each one. Especially since none of their beers are available anywhere else, this is a great way to pick your favorite. For food, the portions are huge. You could share any meal but may not want to since everything is soo good. We ordered the nachos for an appetizer and were surprised at how much food there was. I ordered fish tacos and my husband had the fisherman`s platter. They take the idea of Fisherman needing large hearty meals to heart. Both were excellent. Our favorite part of the meal was dessert. Their bread pudding is amazing.

    (5)

  • Pete N.

    Used to be 5 stars all the way. Lately over last few months service has gone down hill. I know the chef who was there for ever left and trust me it's pretty evident. Food isn't what it used to be. Hope it gets better. I loved this place but not gonna keep going if it doesn't turn around.

    (3)

  • Ruben G.

    Okay, this place deserves a solid FOUR stars - from the location to the food to the ambiance ...and those of you that know me know that that means a lot! But our waiter, Pete, really EARNED that fifth star. I'm usually not one for run-on sentences, but: From the moment that he took our drink order (and got my VERY dry Grey Goose martini just right, for the happy hour price) to his help deciphering the menu, to his attentive service (while never obtrusive, I might add) to his attention to detail with dessert and coffee, this guy made us feel like the success of this restaurant was on HIS shoulders, and he was happy to bear that weight. How often can you say that about YOUR waiter? We hadn't intended to come to this restaurant. It was, as a matter of fact, a distant second to a nearby restaurant that wound up being closed. That said, not only would I not hesitate to come here again - but I would gladly put this first on my list, and ask for Pete by name. I can only hope his boss reads this. The guy made our dinner MEMORABLE. PS: My wife suggested I mention the FOOD. It was over the top WONDERFUL. She had the Mango Barbecue Shrimp Skewers. Every morsel was delightful! I opted for the Grouper Piccata... each mouthful was as wonderful as the last one! Wow! Can't say enough. I'd gladly order that again! See, the thing is, Pete mentioned that the cooks weren't your regular $10/hour types - they were *chefs.* It almost sounded like braggadocio... but ever word was true! Trust this: If you visit St. Augustine and get Pete to wait on you at A!A, you won't regret it. We're already looking forward to a return visit!

    (5)

  • Jeff P.

    Really enjoyed the view and the food. The only reason i didn't give 5 stars was because we had to insist on a good table that was open vs the hostess just taking us to it. The snapper special was fabulous! It was prepared perfectly and the taste was amazing. Good selection of beer. If I lived in St. Augustine i would be a regular.

    (4)

  • Tom G.

    Nice big place in a great location across from the Bridge of Lions. It was really crowded so we sat at the upstairs bar, had a beer and humus. I'm starting to become a fan of humus which surprises me a bit. Because it was crowded service was slow although our bartender was seriously hustling. I get hiring more staff is expensive, but they certainly could have that evening. Folks next to us shared nachos which looked really good. Rather than piled high in a bowl or on a plate, they came on a very large flat plate. So, instead of all the fixins (cheese, meat, jalapenos, etc) covering the top, they covered all the nachos - brilliant! I'd go in again and hope they weren't so crowded or had more staff on hand.

    (4)

  • Athena S.

    A beautiful evening on the balcony! Food and service just did not enhance the experience.. I was disappointed with what I order as it was recommended to me. Won't be back soon..

    (3)

  • Ryan T.

    This place has a haunting but vibrant atmosphere. We were greeted and told we couldn't sit in an area requested because a child "had vomited all over the place." You can imagine, hearing that did wonders for my appetite. Once seated, I was nervous to find the men's bathroom in need of a serious cleaning. Not a great first impression cleanliness wise. The waitress was great, honest and witty. The wine was tasty. The food came out really fast which always makes me nervous. Do NOT order the shrimp & crab spring rolls. I rarely send food back and these I could NOT stomach. They tasted like fried, regurgitated, mushy 'something' dripping with dirty oil. The fish tacos were a bit dry but way better than the shrimp and crab spring rolls (although, almost anything at that point would have been). Overall...a bit dirty and greasy but a landmark of a place I suppose. Tourist trap indeed. My advice...get drunk on their famous beers then order your food. It will go down much easier.

    (2)

  • Morgan G.

    My boyfriend and I went- we had their seasonal spring beer- he loved it I thought it was so so. We split a caesar salad and the artisan grilled cheese on sour dough-I thought it was delicious! He wasn't a fan of the bread. Atmosphere was nice, and service was wonderful. A place to try out

    (4)

  • Jeffrey V.

    Eh. It's okay if you're tired and the kids are screaming and you just want to be fed. Otherwise the food here is typical tourist fare. I've learned that in st Augustine you can't trust yelp reviews. Too many tourist that probably think red lobster is awesome skewing the curve. Actually this place is right about par with Red Lobster. I wanted the Grouper Oscar but my spidey sense told me not to trust them with with this and I think I was right on with that. Seafood Cobb wasn't bad but it should just be a Cobb because the crab was minced and tasted like it came from a tub o crab right off the Sysco truck. The shrimp had the texture of the core of a golf ball. My wife's pasta was probably as good as Denny's pasta. So there you have it. I just compared this place to Red Lobster and Denny's and I may have been generous at that. I think we'll give up on St Augustine dining after this trip and stay closer to home.

    (2)

  • John C.

    If you like salmon, try the miso marinated salmon. It was marvelous. The wait staff is friendly, helpful and accommodating. Give this place s try.

    (5)

  • Nick N.

    Nothing to special except the area. Food was okay, new menu is to fancy for a bar. Portions were to small, I got a mahi mahi sandwich and the fish was the scrawniness piece of fish I have seen. Over priced and not worth waiting for some mediocre food.

    (2)

  • Drew H.

    Food was mediocre. Don't get the jambalaya. It wasn't really hot and it tasted like they used ragu tomato sauce on it.

    (2)

  • Eric T.

    Came in for a late dinner, only 10'min wait for outside upstairs patio. Sat at the bar upstairs and got the sample draft beer, they have some really decent options. Staff was super friendly food was decent even though they were out of my original choice it was still a pleasant experience. The nachos were pretty good.

    (4)

  • Andy C.

    It's a great place for a casual dinner or lunch. The place is really busy, but they know how to move people along. The service was really good. We went on New Years Eve and had a nice dinner.

    (4)

  • Mari G.

    One great thing: They don't hold back on the liquor with their drinks. Good stuff! We were seated right away. A bit awkward considering there were so many of us at this round booth table, but it worked. The wait part didn't come until after we'd ordered. This didn't really bother me though because that said to me that everything is made fresh and my sesame tuna steak wasn't sitting out all day. The crispy spinach leaves were disconcerting and I really didn't taste anything. Then I tried it with the sesame tuna as intended and WOW!! It really boosted the taste. The rice and beans were pretty good, too. I liked that they put diced raw onions on top of them, but maybe not as much as they did. Those onions were strong! The rest of the fam liked their food as well. Hubby got the American Kobe burger. No complaints and he ate every bite. Kids ate most of their food which is a compliment, too. The real good stuff came in the dessert! We shared the white chocolate bread pudding with rum sauce and the grilled banana split. Usually desserts are way too sugary, but here they are all homemade and absolutely delish! They brew their own beer here. Hubby likes ale and tried a few sampler sizes before ordering what he liked. Gotta say, that's a pretty cool gimmick.

    (4)

  • Shari S.

    I fell in love with A1A Ale House!! We come here almost every weekend during the summer but for whatever reason haven't eaten here hardly. Cucumber Saison was refreshing as well as the house summer honey ale. We enjoyed the best calamari I've ever put in my mouth and not only do you get a side of marinara, but also yummy wasabi aioli to dip it in. I ordered the Sesame Tuna which was an impressive portion of fish and every bite was heaven!!! It was served over fried spinach and came with black beans and rice. Cannot wait to experience the food again!!!

    (5)

  • Aimee O.

    Went here on a whim one night while in St. Augustine. We started with the crab dip which my boyfriend and I agreed was not as good as suggested. However, our entrees (Cedar plank Salmon and Seafood Pot Pie) were absolutely delicious. Both of us cleared our plates in record time. Most importantly, the real star of the show here was our server Ben. He was knowledgable about the restaurant and being a server myself, it is always a treat to get a smiling face and a great attitude when you are among the last tables in that night. Thank you so much Ben, we'll be back!

    (4)

  • Jason S.

    I went in with a group of friends and their was a employee there I think his name em was josh or james . He had a Mohawk . But he was extremely rude to me and my group . He even tried putting his arm around my girlfriend and was trying to hit on her. She felt so uncomfortable we left. We will NEVER be back as long as he works there. I never got a chance to give the place a real chance, although I've heard good things. But , I definitely don't appreciate their choice of employees.

    (1)

  • Anne W.

    We ordered the beer sampler and it turned out two kegs were empty. They gave us the 4 types they had for free. Seafood cob salad was very nice. Shrimp and crab were the stars will plenty of cob stuff. Good wait staff.

    (4)

  • Kristi A.

    This place has a great view of the water from upstairs and has a fun atmosphere for a casual night out. Staff were friendly. The blackened mahi sandwich was delicious and the variety of options on the menu is sure to suit any tastebuds. We stop in here for some food and drinks every time we visit St. Augustine.

    (5)

  • A R.

    Beer. Any mahi mahi item. And fried custard. Great bar. Will always return when I am in the area.

    (5)

  • Anony M.

    I wish that I could give this restaurant TEN stars. The nachos and lobster/crab tacos were out of this world! Oh, and their root beer is delicious. If anyone is eating there today, then don't forget to invite me! I can't wait to go back.

    (5)

  • Anthony L.

    My food was very good A+ (Fisherman's platter) very, very good. My wife had a Caesar salad with chicken and some rice with black beans...she loved the salad, but said the black beans and rice lacked some traditional spices. The waitstaff were all *extremely* kind...but ours was training and the two of them forgot things a few times(fork, drink, refill.) It was a busy night. We waited for upstairs porch seating...the view is very pleasant, but the furniture just is not. We will come back.

    (4)

  • Julie P.

    This place was so good!! I had the seasonal summer wheat, a house salad with hot bacon dressing and the blue crab salad sandwich. All were delicious. My companion had the baked goat cheese salad and wings. He said they were both the best he had eaten. Go here!!

    (5)

  • Hollie M.

    I have been here a few times over the years for appetizers or drinks and always enjoyed the atmosphere and the great balcony view. Their home brewed beer flights are also not to be missed. The other night I finally went for a full dinner and became an even bigger fan! My seared tuna entree was done perfectly. My husbands NY strip and shrimp tempura was also top notch for a very reasonably price. They did go a little heavy on the seasoning for the steak but that is really the only complaint. Friendly service, great atmosphere, great view, great drinks, and great food. Can't go wrong.

    (5)

  • Ray P.

    When we arrived they told us 35-40min wait. About 20 mins of waiting, our table was ready, not bad. We had a coupon from the hotel for a free half pint of beer per person, tried their Summer Wheat and must say it's one of the best beers I've had! Then the food came and it was fabulous!! After eating our server offered to give us pointers on where to go and what to see, it was great hearing what someone in the know had to say. I must say that it was well worth it! If you're visiting St. Aug, you must stop by!

    (5)

  • Paul B.

    Great atmosphere. Great food. Great beer. Fair prices. We will return!

    (5)

  • Jason R.

    Food was average. Fries were average. Aware of gluten allergies, but no separate menu items. Prices and food and service - nothing special.

    (3)

  • Alan S.

    Was hoping for more. It was ok. We'll go back, but after we've tried other restaurants. We ate upstairs, next to open kitchen, which was kinda fun actually. Seeing the chefs working is entertaining. Lot's of waitstaff...a whole lot. Very busy, always in motion. Even when they're at your table...know what I mean. Not very "present". Food was ok. Mango shrimp for one of us. Salmon on plank for the other. We'd recommend both, but get the salmon medium or well. Very touristy. Not a locals' recco.

    (3)

  • Laarv F.

    Those Flagler kids have it good because A1A is A-ok! Laarv's companion likes brewpubs and the homebrews at A1A were just the right thing after walking around in St.Augustine for the afternoon. He really liked the Ragtime Shrimp appetizer (even though Laarv found a hair in one of hers - but they fixed it quickly with a fresh plate). Whenever Laarv is in St. Augustine she will make a trip to A1A.

    (3)

  • Mike M.

    Man this place is awesome. Get the beer sampler. Three other waiter/waitresses were all making small talk with our kids and everyone was talking to our new two week old. I'm not saying this is the best kid place vs a kid zone but they jumped to it both times we went there and it was wicked cool. It's in a touristy area in Saint Augustine but not over priced and well put. Upstairs you can see the fort and ocean ect. You can see the kitchen and the menu seemed basic. Until I had the pleasure of seeing the food come out. Wow. Portioned very well for the price. We were asked by the Manager (Didn't get his name) how the food was. And twice by other waiters if we needed anything. Wifely got the crab patty BLT and I don't like crab at all, it was flippin good. I got the Fisherman's platter and there was so much calamari I was just tickled pink. Lol it's a hot spot for me for sure. I even made an effort to "Check in" here. I never do that. If your there don't spend the money anywhere else before you go eat here.

    (4)

  • Kerry O.

    Beer cheese soup and most of the salads are very good. Other things on the menu are just ok. The chicken piccata is pretty good! No to the tomato pasta...

    (3)

  • Steve M.

    This review is based solely on the beer and nothing else. I had two pints here, the red ale and the brown ale, both were lackluster and dumbed downed significantly to appeal the masses which pretty much makes you not really a brewery in my book. If you are going to brew a style, do it right and don't teeter on the edge hoping the non beer nerds will like it, you just end up pissing both sides off. edit: I just noticed this place is owned by the Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group, Inc. They are the same people that make some of the beer for Trader Joes and also do a lot of contract brewing. Let's just say they are not known for their awesome beer.

    (2)

  • David B.

    Liked this place. The food was really good. Not so thrilled with the local draft beer served here however. Really too bad since I really enjoy sampling local suds.

    (4)

  • Phin S.

    This place has an awesome location, a really nice atmosphere, and the best balcony I have ever eaten on. We sat on the balcony and watched a storm roll in over the bay-- you really can't beat it. The balcony alone makes A1A worth a visit. But the service we experienced was really bad. It seemed like a place convinced only females can serve food because guys like females in tight pants (or something). And these females just were not good servers. Ours failed to bring us bread, so we asked for bread. Then we got our entrees and still no bread, so we asked again, and finally got a plate of bread that really was not very good. Then we got our shrimp scampi jerk garlic pasta, which sounded really good, but was watered down and had way too much garlic. I actually got really sick to my stomach later that night. I can't remember why else out waitress bothered me, but I think there was more. I overheard the table next to me complain to another waitress that their salads took 30 minutes to come out, and the waitress responded "I don't think it has been 30 minutes but I can check the clock and get back to you if you want." Seriously? What ever happened to the customer being right? Oh, and I got a San Francisco lemonade that was kind of watery and weak. And their micro-brewed beers were not anything special. But go have a meal on that porch! =)

    (3)

  • Janet S.

    Good service. Great food! Awesome balcony views!

    (4)

  • Jess H.

    I had so much fun here while visiting family in St. Augustine. They took us here for drinks and hangouts a couple times. The bartenders were very sweet and helpful. I had a blueberry cheesecake martini-- one of the bartender's new concoctions-- and chased it with a generous shot of Sauza Hornitos tequila. I can't remember anything useful about the food, but I do remember thinking it was quite tasty. I loved this place for the ambiance and the friendliness of the staff. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in St. Augustine.

    (5)

  • Ana C.

    After walking the around the Spanish Quarter, The six of us decided to try this place for lunch and none of us were disappointed with our meal. The hamburger special was well prepared and cooked to perfection. The coconut shrimp was delicious as well. The grilled Mahi Mahi with a mango salsa was also a hit. We had a great eating experience here and the ALE was not bad either !

    (4)

  • Bill M.

    As for brewery restaurants, this place is very good. I've been here about 5 times and have consistently enjoyed the experience. I am a sucker for a nice view. ICW, beautiful wife, ICW, beautiful wife, ICW, beautiful wife. That was my last encounter with the place. Taste in beer varies so widely from person-to-person, that it's necessary that you give this place a try, but not to worry, even if you don't like their beers, you'll like the food. First, the beer. I've tried them all. The good: the brown ale, the stout and the porpoise point pale ale. The summer seasonal is a wheat. I'd recommend against it. It has a strange taste that lingers beyond the swallow. If there in the summer and the brown or stout sound a bit too heavy (as they are to my taste), the light lager is a great choice. Next, the food. This is not where they earn the 5-stars, but it's good enough. I like the Ale and Cheese soup, the Seared Ahi Tuna appetizer and last night's gazpacho special was excellent. Their entrees are good. I had the Jerk du Jour (the wife said I *am* the Jerk du Jour, but that's my problem, not yours). It was salmon and it was very good. The salmon was mild, the jerk was tasty but not overpowering and the sauce on top added a little tang. My wife had the Key Lime Shrimp and Lobster over fettuccine. I'm not a cream sauce guy, and the lobster was not very tasty. I'd never get that. Service is always very attentive, with regular checks and friendly demeanor. Finally, the view. Sit outside if the weather permits. The views of the Matanzas are stunning, with an occasional clip-clop of horse's hooves breaking the traffic sounds. Once the renovation of the Bridge of Lions is finished, the view will be even better (I've been before they started and it was excellent). After dark is also very nice. Parking is tricky and the place is a little pricey, but not bad for the location.

    (5)

  • Mark K.

    Nice selection of home-made brews. Lively server. Good happy hour discounts. Some innovative dishes. Try the boniato chips, interesting sweet potato-like tuber.

    (3)

  • Luke H.

    We go for a drink, but never stay for the night. Nightspot for 35-55s, with live music. Food is forgettable.

    (3)

  • John B.

    I eat here every time i come to St Augustine. The food is incredible and the brews exceptional.

    (5)

  • Brenda H.

    We liked this place, actually. I'm surprised by all the bad reviews, but maybe we just got lucky. My friend ordered the A1A burger - he said it was okay, nothing to write home about, but not terrible. I had the soup and half sandwich - Crab BLT and Lobster Bisque. When the soup came, I discovered it was not lobster, but the cheese soup; I was going to send it back, but once I tasted it, I liked it so much I decided not to say anything. The soup was definitely the best part of the meal; the sandwich was decent. Service was fast consdering how packed the restaurant was.

    (3)

  • miss a.

    i really liked the views from the outside upper balcony. i LOVED the blackened chicken salad!!!!! yum all around!

    (4)

  • Ashley H.

    My husband and I ate here on 3/26 for dinner. I chose this place because I wanted a view of the river. I also have eaten here about 7 years ago and seem to remember it better than it was this time around. When we got to the top area, where the restaurant is located, I asked one of the two hostesses if we could be seated next to a window. (I was not aware there was also outside balcony seating, or I would have asked for that) The girl I asked looked down at her table map thing to check if one was available (although I could see from my view point there were 3 at least). The hostess next to her was very snooty when she responded "We can get you a view but we can't guarantee a window". I was confused and a bit put off because I could clearly see window tables. The first hostess just asked us to follow her and found us a window table off to the side. It took at least 10 minutes for a waiter to come over. He saw us, even made eye contact with me a few times, but 10 minutes?! While we waited we had already decided what to eat and drink and just needed to place our order. I am very picky about good service, so I was already peeved about the hostess' attitude and now this. When he finally arrived, he acted very rushed and as if our placement in his section was an inconvenience. This made us in turn feel rushed and tainted the rest of the evening. I ordered lemon crusted flounder and my husband had shrimp and grits. We both enjoyed our meal, as this was the best part about this place. The waiter never once checked on us and ignored our attempts to flag him down for more drinks. Fast forward to pay the bill though, and he was super speedy. Again, I did not appreciate the rushed feeling. I stopped off in the restroom on the way out, and that was a disaster! One stall was disgusting and refused to flush, and after hastily backing out of that one, the other stall had a carpet of toilet paper. The smell from the clogged stall made my last impression of this place unfavorable. I'm sorry to say that I would not recommend this place, despite a great view and good food. If you do not place as much importance on service and cleanliness as me, however, please enjoy. But you can get better everything somewhere else!

    (2)

  • Will C.

    Cold beers, great views from the upper outdoor deck, and average pub food.

    (3)

  • Jason F.

    You stupid assholes. This is one of the worst restaurants I have tried in the last five years. We had: burger (frozen), crab BLT (fishy), lobster bites (bland/greasy), salad (wilted/brown), ahi tuna (old, sliced wrong), hummus (2-3 days old, oxidizing), sweet potato chips (soggy, completely dumped in seasoning), shrimp (looked like rubber, didn't go near) Everything was complete fucking trash. You are better off eating straight from the dumpster and skipping this middleman. However, the brown ale was delicious. To anyone that gave this place three stars or better? I now know to never trust another review from any of you jerks. This was a joke.

    (1)

  • Dave H.

    I'm normally not a big fan of Brewerys but this place was great. Service was excellent, food was abover average. I really like the Porpoise Point Pale Ale. Also the Pumpkin Ale was pretty darn good too. Mahi and Tuna Sammichs are very very good.

    (4)

  • Angi R.

    Even though it is a brewery, my curiosity got the best of me and I had to order the cucumber martini - it was cold, smooth and had a sweet cucumber flavor. It made me think of summer in January. The food was pretty good too. My friend and I shared the crab and artichoke dip and it was tasty and creamy and contained a nice amount of crab meat. At that point, we didn't have any silverware and my friend had to snatch some from a neighboring table. The first dish the waitress brought out was not what I had ordered - well, the pecan-crusted salmon looked good but I had ordered the shrimp past with smoked gouda and bacon sauce (with that kind of sauce on the menu, I honestly can't imagine why anyone would want anything else). I wish I could have licked the cheesy bacony goodness off my plate. The past was pasta and the shrimp was supposed to be coated with parmesan but I didn't really taste it. The service was kind of slow and our waitress seemed a little inexperienced or absent-minded. I don't know what issues the other reviewers had but I liked it and I'll go back.

    (4)

  • D M.

    Sooooo drunk. Dorian and I came here after I'd had one gin martini, and we ordered some food to soak it up with, and some more booze to wash it down with. It was a fun afternoon. We ordered some of the plantain nachos, which were good, and necessarily greasy. I ate all the jalapenos off of the nachos, which is NOT a good idea, so don't eat all the hots off of nachos. The service was nice, and I kept my gin streak going versus trying the in house brewed beer. If I ever come back, I will stick with beer, but the gin and tonics were sure tasty. Everything was reasonably priced, and there are tevevisions going for all the sports enthusiasts.

    (4)

  • lauren j.

    It's OK. I've been there a few times, and the food isn't amazing, but it's not bad by any stretch. The beer is house-made; they have a light lager, a pale ale, a brown ale, a red ale, a stout, and a seasonal. Personally I thought the light lager was gross, but I liked the brown ale and the red ale quite well. The stout is alright, too. The decor is very nice. You can sit outside on the deck, overlooking the (currently under construction) Bridge of Lions and Matanzas Bay (I recommend sitting outside, even though the outdoor chairs are plastic lawn chair things), or you can sit inside and watch tropical fish go by in the enormous saltwater tanks. The waiters are a bit ho-hum...middle of the road. The service won't knock you off your feet, but they're not awful, either--just OK. A few times I've been a bit annoyed with the length of time on water refills, though. Food: I've ordered the hummus and pitas for an appetizer. The hummus was alright, it could have used some garlic and oil, and I ended up squeezing the lemon from my water over top of it to add some acidity. I've also eaten the ale & cheese soup-- that is actually quite good. If you get a salad, make sure to ask for dressing on the side; they put WAY too much of it on. The portabella mushroom sandwich is decent, though a bit small. Portion sizes are enough to satisfy, but if you're looking to have something left over for lunch the next day, you won't find it here. I hear that they serve food late-night, though. Overall, the food seems sort of assembly line. It tastes alright, it just doesn't feel like individual attention was put into each plate. All in all, its just alright. Wish I could do 2.5 stars instead of 3.

    (3)

  • Hunter B.

    I was lucky in getting here right before the big dinner crowd poured in at around 6:00 p.m. on a recent weekend. Got a table upstairs right by the window with a view overlooking the river and had a very attentive server. The seared ahi tuna was quite good, but was slightly undercooked (yes, even for what it was). Didn't expect that from a house specialty, as it's listed on the menu. Even so, the tuna and the sides were tasty, as was the pale ale that went down with 'em. Prices are reasonable and the bar downstairs seemed to be getting pretty lively while the upstairs tables were filling up. There are also some outdoor tables that I figure are open in warmer weather. Next time I'm down in St. Augustine, I'll most likely stop back to try some of the other beers. Recommended.

    (4)

  • Colleen M.

    yum beer=good cheese grit cake thingy=heavenly service=a-okay!

    (4)

  • Holly L.

    The sesame seared tuna was so good, that I can't wait to eat here again!

    (5)

  • Ron N.

    I had high expectations for this place after reading the local reviews but was a tad disappointed. The micro-beers were okay, not outstanding. The service was really, really slow. Thought I saw Ponce De Leon meandering through taking orders. We had a nice table near the window that looked out over the A1A, bridge, and part of town, a plus. I'd go to J.P. Henley's instead of this place.

    (3)

  • Alex G.

    Although I am a typically "high end" eater, I found this place to be more than decent for a family lunch. I would actually rate it 3.5 stars, as the beer sampler was as good as I have had in terms of beer flavor and quality. The cheese soup "bowl" was delicious, and came out piping hot (they say "bread for dipping", but it was just crackers). The burgers were huge and tasty, and the coconut shrimp was hot and flavorful, if a little too oily. My son had a grilled filet of mahi with jasmine rice - and left nothing on the plate! Although not a high end experience, we enjoyed it as a solidly average to slightly above average lunch and beer destination.

    (3)

  • Heather F.

    We visit A1A Aleworks at least twice a year. The lobster bisque soup is one of our absolute favorites. The veranda overlooking the bay is the best in the city and most of the time we have excellent service. The chairs on the porch are not too comfortable and they have too many tables crammed in the space but the view makes up for this. They have a different menu for lunch and dinner. Lunch is your best bargain. The Council of Aging on Marine Street sells a discount card for $10.00 that will save you 50% on a second meal. This card is good at several restaurants in St. Augustine and over on the island. If you don't have that, they do offer 10% discount to the trolley riders.

    (4)

  • Jamie S.

    This placed was highly recommended to us by several different friends and we feel it was a little hyped up. If you're going to come here... come strictly for their delicious beers and ale & cheese soup. Otherwise, their dishes are overpriced and pretty small. My husband and I both got the soup and salad - the salad is pretty small, but the soup is so heavy, it fills you up. I had the Porpoise Point IPA, which was DELICIOUS! My husband had the seasonal Oktoberfest and my brother had the King Street Light Lager - both were pleased. My brother and his girlfriend intended on splitting the entree portion of the seared tuna, since it got raving reviews, but they weren't too impressed. The food itself tasted good, but the portion was SO tiny. They thought the waiter messed up and gave them the appetizer portion, until they saw their bill and were charged $20 for a tiny entree. Not too happy. All in all - we suggest coming here to relax and taste-test all their different beers and/or come for a snack of the beer & ale soup.

    (3)

  • David H.

    Very nice atmosphere and a great view of the Fort and water. It was a little too cool to sit outside, but that would have been beautiful. My mom and I Had the Jambalaya which was fabulous! I asked for mine with extra spice and another substitution which was handled perfectly and with no sidewise glances from the server. My sister had chicken fettucini which she said was outstanding. The only thing that kept A1A from the fifth star is that I thought it was a bit pricy. Otherwise ...great.

    (4)

  • Jay R.

    Artichoke dip & a Mojito with a view of the bay at dusk is about it for me. Beer soup isn't bad. Then again I'm not a beer person at all. A tourist "must stop" is all it is. My "Local" opinion is ... The lower bar is okay at night. The bands are usually good but too loud for such a small place... That about sums it up.

    (4)

  • K R.

    Great location! My husband and I did a restaurant/bar hop around St Augustine yesterday! A1A Aleworks was our last stop of the afternoon. We arrived around 4:30 just in time for Happy Hour. It was one of the first days good for sitting outside this year and we capitalized on it by sitting outside overlooking the Bridge of Lions. The drinks were excellent and priced well with the Happy Hour specials (4-7). We had appetizers elsewhere so we just selected entrees here. I had the Carribean Jerk Shrimp Scampi over fettuccine and my husband ate fresh fried grouper sandwich. We both thoroughly enjoyed our meal! Our waiter was great and helped us with our meal selections! We were not rushed and was able to enjoy the fabulous day!

    (4)

  • Ryan M.

    This is a great place for a date or to bring guests. This is one of a chain of unique microbrewery restaurants, and a solid bar and dining establishment. Absolutely great location, make sure to sit out on the balcony on the second floor. The seafood is good, as is most everything else. Make sure to try their homemade beers.

    (4)

  • David D.

    I have been here many times--most recently for new years. The food is good; the drinks are great. I really recommend their Trinidad wings. They are very good. Also, they brew their own beer and have live music at night. The restaurant has an outside area which has a nice view of the Slave Market and the Bridge of Lions.

    (4)

  • Carolyn M.

    The food is bland and overpriced. The service is so-so. The atmosphere is like any other bar you went to in college. I give it 2 stars only because of its prime location with outdoor seating overlooking the water.

    (2)

  • Daniel S.

    If you're looking for a bite to eat or a drink, this place is as safe a bet as any. The prices are fairly reasonable given the area. The menu isn't too adventurous and has enough staples to keep most folks happy. Not bad, not remarkable, just good.

    (3)

  • Sarah S.

    This is a wonderful restaurant in downtown St. Augustine. The service, the atmosphere, and the food were all wonderful. We came with a party of eight people, and each of us enjoyed our meal; I ordered the sushi-grade Ahi tuna and it was amazing! For dessert three of us split a white chocolate cherry bread pudding... oh, it was so good! I highly recommend making this restaurant part of your St. Augustine dinner plans.

    (5)

  • Benjamin H.

    Crap food. Crap service. Crap in general. Augustine has so much to offer, skip this place and do yourself a favor.

    (1)

  • Karen O.

    Went to this place on vacation. Very chill and fun spot, but they seem to get mad busy (was packed when I was there). It's also located within walking distance of a lot of things and that's a major plus. I found the food to be pretty yummy. The hummus was absolutely delicious and refreshing. I can't remember what other people in my party had, but I loved the shrimp scampi over angel hair pasta. The service was fine, not mind-blowing, but not terrible. Try the pomegranate lemonade. =D It was delish!

    (4)

  • Scott W.

    Agreed. Their food is terrible. I used to live in Neptune Beach, and I understand they have some association with the Ragtime up there in Atlantic Beach, meaning the same beer. There is one draft I like, can't recall, like Tampa Brown or something. But I took some friends there and was embarrassed at the food served. Looked like a damn mess. A little training please? No one is looking for slop.

    (1)

  • Rebecca D.

    Great food and nice atmosphere! Our server was really knowledgeable about the menu and the beer selection and made great recommendations. We started with the crab and artichoke dip served with crostini and it was wonderful. Between the four of us we had shrimp and grits, fried seafood platter, grouper, ale and cheddar soup, and the crab BLT. Everything was fresh and delicious, and the Irish Red ale was a great compliment to the food! Definitely a new favorite in St. Augustine!

    (4)

  • lori S.

    we went here for dinner friday night april 22nd. it was awful!!! there were 3 of us for dinner.....1 person liked his meal but ordered the ale and cheese soup and it had no flavor. the 2nd person had the soup too but had the same opinion....she ordered the coconut shrimp and it just tasted like fried shrimp...no coconut. then the 3rd person never even got to eat!! his soup....lobster bisque tasted like tomato soup and then he had the pecan encrusted salmon and that came out on a plank with a little sauce and some pecans on top of the salmon....not encrusted as stated!!! then he got the crab cakes and they tasted more like tuna cakes.....not good at all!!! when we complained the manager never came out...just the waiter apologized and didnt charge us for it. my advice to anyone reading this is to eat elsewhere!!! good luck.

    (1)

  • Pooh T.

    Great home brewed beer. Great friendly servers. fresh fish!!! The inside is all new. They shut down for a month to redecorate.

    (5)

  • Alex Y.

    We visited St. Augustine for a couple of days and found this place through Yelp! The location is excellent, right on the river with a panoramic view of OldTown. The decor is inspired and the atmosphere unpretentious. The floor plan is a bit truncated and claustrophobic, but the food and micro brew beer rectified that. The fusion preparation mated my wife's choice of beer with her coconut shrimp dish, although she commented on several charred pieces. I tried the Ahi Tuna sandwich and found it to be great with the stout and tasty slaw. The prices were expected of any tourist location and the staff was friendly.

    (3)

  • Kristin D.

    1.5 hours later still no food. Horrible staffing. On a Friday night they should staff their restaurant appropriate

    (1)

  • H. H.

    Nice outdoor seating, nice day, nice lager, nice waiter, very nice portobello sandwich. I maybe would have liked something other than French fries, but whatever.

    (4)

  • Steve L.

    Great location overlooking harbor. Great onsite brews, salmon fish and chips some of best I've ever had, calamari tender and tasty with yummy dipping sauce. All priced reasonably with good service and upbeat atmosphere!

    (4)

  • Diana M.

    This is a cool place to stop in and try out their beers but their food is just meh. The beer cheese soup is excellent and I wish I would have just gotten a bowl and called it dinner. I don't care for seafood, so I asked for a simple BLT. The bread was eh, the bacon burned, and it really wasn't anything to write home about.

    (3)

  • Ronni S.

    Great hand crafted beers and wonderful water views, BUT the food left a lot to be desired. Hamburger was overcooked. Ahi tuna salad was not good quaiity. Too expensive for the quality of the food. There is better food elsewhere in this wonderful city, but a nice place for beers.

    (2)

  • Thomas W.

    Tuna .. Just ok Crab cakes ... Amazing anf tangy Lobster and shrimp tacos .... yummy! Great view if you sit on the balcony!

    (4)

  • Ophelia B.

    A place with a view. I love the calamari with wasabi sauce here. Being into calamari. I'm use to getting served calamari with aioli sauce or marinara. Here they serve it with wasabi sauce and marinara(if requested). Their beer sampler is fun too. I have yet to sample their seasonal Lavendar beer. I heard it tastes "girly". Avoid the place if it is too crowded. Second floor with a view of the water is divine. Great place to meet friends and have drinks.

    (5)

  • Joy B.

    ATMOSPHERE PLUS A VIEW! Nice rooftop restaurant with seating overlooking the center of the city of St. Augustine. Beautiful view! Building built in 1888. Orig. Wood floors! Reasonably priced pub-type casual restaurant with lots of craft beers that they brew on site. I stopped in for appetizers -had the chicken and black bean quesadilla with guacamole, sour cream and fresh pico de gallo which was excellent! -Spicy, lots of flavor. House salad with a good size with lots of vegetables and two different kinds of cheeses. The grilled banana split dessert with poundcake & jam, vanilla ice cream, toasted coconut & pecans was very tasty but a disappointment because they used a very green, unripe banana (why)? which was starchy & not sweet :( Excellent service, good atmosphere, pleasant waitress. I can see now why this place was packed until well after 10p.m. Great place to go with friends or just to hang out. Can't wait to try the white chocolate and sour dried cherry bread pudding with butter rum sauce next time! Be sure to look for the free appetizer ($9 value) coupon code on your receipt good for a free appetizer with entree purchase next time you dine if you fill out the customer questionnaire online! Would highly recommend.

    (4)

  • Doug K.

    Looking for a lunch spot while visiting St. Augustine, I decided to dine at the A1A Aleworks, because after all, Highway A1A is as Floridian as palm trees and alligators. The restaurant is centrally located near the Bridge of Lions. I was quickly seated by the bar and served promptly. I had ordered a refreshing King Street Light Lager and a sesame tuna sandwich. The sesame tuna sandwich was tasty, yet nothing special, but a little less well done than my usual liking (but this is how the server recommended it) and a little more expensive than what I'd expect for lunch.

    (3)

  • Daniel M.

    The microbrews are good but not great. That said, the barley and cheese soup here is worth the stop by itself. Simply delicious, and very reasonably priced. They did a beer here a couple of years ago that was a Black IPA, and it was truly phenomenal. I keep hoping that they will make it a regular feature.

    (3)

  • Cathy F.

    My husband does not enjoy the IPA/Hipster beer culture. He would rather sit back with a Coor's Lite and eat a steak.....by the end of the evening, Sam , our bartender , educated my husband. We ate at the bar and Sam gave us a education in craft brews, ipa brews etc. We purchased a sampler for 6.00 that included 6 beers. In the end my husband had a Long Island Iced T, but he loved the beer cheese soup that Sam suggested. It was awesome and comes with bread so a great deal for 5.00. We split the seafood lime pasta, and that was good, kind of like Alfredo with shrimp and crab and a hint of lime. By listening to Sam we saved a lot of money and even purchased a shirt for 14.00, and my husband was able to watched the NFL games in the bar.

    (5)

  • Mary S.

    Atmosphere food drinks and view are all amazing. I have to have the fish tacos every time i visit St. Augustine.

    (5)

  • Tina K.

    Excellent beer. The fish and chips is delicious pink salmon. The calamari is perfect, with an aioli sauce that was to die for. The waiter was most prompt, and the bar area is clean, smells great, and has awesome music and great views of the bridge and ocean.

    (5)

  • Rick F.

    Went here weekend before last with my wife and friend for my birthday - this is probably the fifth time we've been back in two years. I've never ordered anything from A1A that didn't taste incredible and wasn't priced well. Generally we've gone around lunch time but I've never had to experience any wait - I can only assume that is more of an issue with the dinner crowd or we just got lucky. The service has always been great and this time was no exception. My friend and I got the buffalo mozzarella stuffed meatballs and my wife got their grilled cheese. Both were amazing. In the past I've also had their chicken and avocado club which I would highly recommend as well. Their red brick ale is also delicious. We always get an outside seat on the balcony and no matter where we've been seated the view has been wonderful. I really need to try more restaurants in St. Augustine - that city has so much to offer - but this place is always hard to pass up.

    (5)

  • Tracey A.

    "A1A Ale was A-OK" Great local to pop in on your stroll through St. Augustine. Good beer for sure. Both times I've been the food is average but the wait staff attentive. Fun, but loud, live music fills the place. Not ideal to watch a game like a typical bar. Just not too special over all.

    (3)

  • Danielle G.

    I really love A1A. I went twice in the 6 days I was in St Augustine. The first time, there was a wait so we had a drink at the bar - Sean was awesome - and they were out of cheese soup which is what I wanted to try since someone had recommended it, because they were out they comped dessert for us. A couple nights later, I went again and sat at the bar the whole time. Again, Sean was the best and the cheese soup was seriously delicious!!

    (5)

  • Dana J.

    This place came highly recommended but I can't see why. The service was ok, the waitress was nice enough. We were close to the kitchen (it's all open) so my husband watched as my food sat in the heat lamps a good 5 minutes before his was even done. We laughed a bit when the waitress told us my plate was hot (a sign its been sitting in the heat lamps awhile). My husband got the burger and it was overdone. The menu is pretty diverse which I didn't notice much of from the other places in town. Good have been much better though.

    (3)

  • Tommy B.

    Good friendly attentive service. Very reasonable drink prices. $2 house beers and $5 specialty cocktails during happy hour.

    (4)

  • Stephen Y.

    Ate here last night. What a great time. There were ten of us and our waitress Samantha was outstanding! We ordered a little a bit of everything and took awhile to do so but Samantha never lost her cool and was so helpful. The crab dip was super delicious. I grabbed the seared ahi tuna and wow! I highly recommend! Everyone in our party loved everything they got! Can't wait to head back to enjoy the downstairs bar which was rocking!

    (5)

  • Tia H.

    I came here with my boyfriend to grab a few drinks before dinner. We sat at the gorgeous copper bar and were greeted warmly and quickly by the bar tender. We decided on the beer sampler since they brew their own and I've got to say I was impressed. Even their IPA was delicious, and I am usually not a fan of any IPA. I decided to go with the cucumber gimlet and let me tell you, this was the best cocktail I have ever ordered at a bar. If I didn't live in Atlanta I would be here every weekend, cucumber gimlet in hand!

    (5)

  • Lord Byron V.

    My girlfriend and me stayed in St. Augustine one night on our trip up to... (nobody cares). We passed by this establishment while strolling around taking in the sites, and decided that since it was unusually frickin' hot out we would indeed like to partake in some libations. We entered A1A Aleworks and immediately eyeballed the bar, which was unfortunately full. A hostess was quick to read our minds for our seat preferences and quickly informed us that there was another bar upstairs. Happily, we galloped up yonder. We arrived at the upstairs bar and there was indeed two seats open that we snagged up right away. It was quite quite busy, and many agitated looking senior citizens stood at the bar apparently waiting to close out their tabs. The bartender, Marc, informed us that he would be right with us in a moment, to which we replied that we were obviously in no hurry. This Marc fellow was working this upstairs bar solo, and over the next 10 minutes my girlfriend and me guesstimated that he must have made like 40-50 drinks for people. The guy was simply a ninja. Still though, we heard gripes and groans from agitated senior citizen tourists complaining about the wait time... even though he was visibly working his ass off in front of them. After the madness calmed down we learned that it was end of happy hour, which sorta explained the mayhem. I ordered a sampler (consists of seven, 3-ounce glasses) of all their brews and was pleasantly delighted with them all, their "Strange Stout" being my favorite. We didn't have any food but eyeballing the menu they seemed to have some good sounding options. Overall, these 5 stars mainly go to our bartender for his courageous ability to not punch obnoxiously stupid customers in the facehole. Though this place is alright though and I'd definitely return.

    (5)

  • Teresa L.

    As the restaurant name indicates, the A1A Aleworks sits right on A1A in the heart of St. Augustine. We were mostly interested in finding someplace we could sit outside and that had a full bar (a little hard to find in St. A) and this place fit the bill. It is operated by the same large-ish company that manages the Gordon Biersch and Rock Bottom Brewing Company brew pubs so I wasn't terribly surprised when everything was pretty much adequate. I had the house-made potato chips with blue cheese sauce (a personal weakness) and they were decent. I also had a couple of acceptable if not terribly memorable beers. Had it been less of a hot day I would have tried the beer soup that so many rave about. The real stand out here is the view from the balcony. It is quite a pleasant place to sit on a fine spring afternoon in St. Augustine and sip beer and nosh on chips. I'd certainly come here to drink beer and watch the world go by again.

    (3)

  • Matt C.

    Awesome bar, awesome location. It's a great spot to come and people watch with all the large windows facing the corners of King St. and A1A. Food is good, not great, but very good. The beers are excellent and the service has always been great as well. Targets a little more of the tourist crowd due to its location but there is still a good stronghold of locals as well. Every time I go to St. Augustine this is a mandatory stop.

    (4)

  • Darcy P.

    I went here for dinner around 9 because apparently everywhere else downtown was closed (I'm sure that's not true but my hotel listed 4 places and this one seemed the best). Surprisingly, they were already on their late-night only menu. it was a thursday night so that was surprising, but hey. so, my 3 stars is based on that experience. the late night menu is pretty much bar food, though a little bit pricier than normal brewpub bar food. I opted for chicken quesadillas at bartenders rec (i sat at bar). they were big and good, though let's be honest, I actually don't usually even order quesadillas because I make them a lot at home bc they are quick, cheap and easy. and i usually like mine better because they have tastier veggies or cheese in them. but that just makes me sound like a jerk. anyway, these were in a tomato jalapeno tortilla that bizarrely tasted kind of sweet. I didn't love it but the taste was subtle. it said it came with guac but it was more like salsa with a smattering of avocado--and even that was like a spoonful worth (seriously, it was more red than green). and it wasn't enough to cover in a thin layer one of the three wedges of ques. also had sour cream and more salsa. it did have lots of shredded and seasoned chicken in it, so was more chickeny than cheesy, which was actually good. said it had black beans in it, too, but i wished it had more. overall, just fine but i wouldn't order again (though would have a bite if someone else did!). the rest of the menu looked better but i didn't get to see or try anything since "late night". the bartenders were super nice and helpful. great service and just nice genuine-seeming guys. the beer was good but mostly because I was looking forward to a dinner more along the lines of fish and a glass of wine, I ordered a cocktail instead. I did taste several of the beers and they were fine. none were terrible and none were awesome. but, see note above about awesome bartenders as to why i had so many samples (and i didn't ask for them!). I'd def go back to have drinks and hang out with a group but prob not for dinner. oh and they were supposed to close at 12 but because it was kind of slow said they were closing at 11. not a big deal and I was gone before then, but just a note to anyone going out in this area during one of the slower times ( which I guess includes thurs before a huge, soldout weekend) call ahead to check :)

    (3)

  • Shawn J.

    Very good crab bisque. Great beer selection. Beer was uber cold. The entire family enjoyed their meal. Service was somewhat lacking, like maybe someone called in sick and they were shorthanded. I always hate to see a good waitress stretched too thin, covering too many tables.

    (4)

  • Michael B.

    2 people, burgers and soup, no alcohol - 57.00. Lousy. Inattentive service makes this the last visit here. Beer soup was tasty, but not worth the aggravation.

    (2)

  • Lisa S.

    Come in with low expectations and you'll be satisfied. There were 4 of us, two ordered the Kobe Beef Burger, one had the burger special, and the fourth ordered the honey Dijon chicken sandwich. Everything was frozen, not fresh. Paying $14 for a Kobe beef burger we were a little up set that it tasted and looked exactly like the burger special. We also had the limited time only beer which was a red ale, but was extremely watered down. Everything was rather inexpensive relative to other restaurants in the area, but I've had a Kobe beef burger other places, paid the same amount, and it was a million times better. Not worth the money.

    (1)

  • Julie B.

    Two stars: 1 for the view and 1 for the soup. That's about it. What a bad idea. My boyfriend and I were looking for a quick and casual lunch on a gorgeous day in St. Augustine. We've read the reviews for A1A, both good and bad, and decided to give it a shot. Mistake. Highly dis-organized. We walked in the door and had no less than 5 employees walk past us - sometimes stopping to look at us then move on - without any idea of where to get a table. Finally, a couple walked in behind us, then around us and a gruff older gentleman finally shoved menus at them and barked to go upstairs for a table (still ignored us, though). We finally made it upstairs and someone finally acknowledged us and led us on a random trail through the restaurant looking for a table that was open. We scored one on the balcony thankfully, and the view was lovely, but that was a high point. Craft beers? That doesn't always mean they're remarkable. My boyfriend loves stouts so he ordered their A Strange Stout. Thin, bland, and with barely any head. Just awful. He couldn't get more than a few sips in. Oh, and by the way, their servers need a better way to describe that stout than just saying "It's like Guinness!". No, it is not. Not all stouts are made equal. I had their Homemade Root Beer and it was like drinking straight syrup with a little bit of bubbles. Nothing special at all. The beer cheese soup was the other high point of the visit. It deserves a star all by itself. It was lovely, I must hand it to them. Rich without being too thick. Savory and balanced in flavor. Quite delicious. Our entrees, however, were pretty awful. I had the Blue Crab BLT half sandwich, and really feel they should have advertised that what I was getting was a mushy, mayo-saturated, fishy-smelling salad. It wasn't inedible, but not what I was expecting at all. It made my bread and veggies all soggy. Thank goodness for bacon is all I'm saying. My slaw wasn't bad, though, and kinda spicy in a good way. My boyfriend ordered the "Sesame Tuna over a bed of crispy fried spinach". What he got was an uneven and inadequately-cooked piece of fish over a scattering of disintegrating green dust. This spinach was...weird...and thoroughly gross. We thought there had been a mistake, and our very kind server informed us the kitchen uses a special process to flash fry. It was, however, disgusting. Inedible. Our server offered to replace it with something else, but we were pretty much done with the whole experience. Our actual server was very kind and did the best he could (though service seemed a little slow because he appeared to be only able to accomplish one thing at a time - like one drink at a time). The food, however, and the general organization of the place, really made the experience unfortunate. We had passed this place so many times, and finally wanted to try, and now we wished we hadn't. It is a real shame.

    (2)

  • Ginger B.

    Service is hit or miss when you eat downstairs. Great location and food is pretty good. I really like their grilled chicken and avocado sandwich. Prices aren't too bad either. Would recommend if you were close by and wanted a quick bite.

    (3)

  • Sue J.

    A1A always delivers high quality food with a great view. Service tends to be a little more laid back than I'd prefer but the food comes out in a reasonable amount of time, and it's delicious!

    (4)

  • Daniel M.

    Pleasantly surprised by the food. Crab cake sliders were great. Loved the craft beer.

    (4)

  • Rickster P.

    In a word (OK, maybe two) ... "ho hum" I decide if I should give a "2" or "3" this way: If I could go back, it gets a three; if not, a two. This one is a two. We are unlikely to go back. This is a popular place and the four of us went there last week primarily on the basis of Yelp reviews. In brief: They did not one beer we ordered "we're out and have no idea when they will brew some more." All of us agreed the food was "just OK" -- not excellent or even particularly good. Example: The lobster quesadilla did not have the FAINTEST taste of lobster. But, we suppose this is a place that is "cool" and that's why it generally gets good reviews. (One previous reviewer said "Pretty much adequate" -- a bit generous, I think. Here is a restaurant that can, and should, be avoided.

    (2)

  • Amanda D.

    The best grilled cheese sandwich I have ever had!!! The artisan grilled cheese sandwich and a cold beer really hits the spot when sightseeing through this historic city. The blue cheese chips and chicken quesadillas were out of this world as well. Stayed in St. Augustine for 3 days and ate here 3 times!!!

    (5)

  • Patty G.

    A1A was our stop for a drink one night. We asked to sit upstairs and outside on the balcony. We had a great view of the bay and bridge. The bar downstairs was hopping and the restaurant upstairs was fairly full too. Since we didn't have much food, I can't comment on how good or horrible it may be. But what we did have, I'll tell you about. The HOT chicken wings: VERY good in my book. The crab/lobster [?] enchiladas were too salty. The beer we had was really good. Can't remember which though. The ambiance is very laid-back and relaxed. And that's all I have to say about that.

    (3)

  • Fogger A.

    great location and good beers on tap. Good place to go for fresh fish and good beer, all at a reasonable price and good people watching. I like sitting at the bar downstairs.

    (4)

  • Andy J.

    The seared ahi tuna was OK but not great. The wasabi sauce had no kick whatsoever. The beers they have are better than the the rice and corn adjunct beers the major breweries put out but they are nothing special. I would pick here if you want to eat and JP Henley's next door if you want craft beer.

    (3)

  • Laura Terese H.

    Lost a star on this revisit. We went up to St. Augustine for our anniversary weekend. A1A is one of our favorite places so we decided to go back. It was busy, but there was no wait. There was no wait because we got the two-top in the corner by the POS system that all the waitstaff uses. We sat there for awhile, and when our server did show up it was all apologies for being so busy, and that he had been there since 11 that morning (it was about 930 pm) , he looked frazzled poor guy. He took our drink orders, they dont have regular sweet tea...its all flavored...what? no sweet tea? wierd. I got a water. We got them in plastic cups because they had run out of clean glasses. We also got the complimentary bread...which was stale. I ordered the Crab BLT 9.95, My 1 year being my awesome husband got the blackened Mahi-Mahi sandwich 12.50. Both come with fries. They were good, the Crab BLT being the winner in taste. I personally wouldnt get the Mahi-Mahi again, because for quantity verses price it was pretty small and the mango ketchup with the cajun remolade was a bit strange. We had to share a napkin cause they only gave us one roll of utensils and we never saw our guy again till the end of the meal. And there was a need for ketchup, which we couldnt get anyone to help us locate another. If you ever get seated on that table, request another one. obviously that area is for the spill over from waiting for a table, and you will get children on the floor and women in high heels complaining their feet hurt while you are eating. By being next to the station where all the staff rings up meals, we also got to hear them complaining about their tables and about the business and about everthing else that was going wrong. I even heard "I will never work labor day weekend again" eeek! I still love this place, I just think that being slammed on labor day weekend made them forget some basic customer service. As in a good marriage you must feed the soul just as much as you feed the tummies.

    (4)

  • Mark H.

    I used to think their beer was "unremarkable", i.e. it " sucked". we hey must have gotten a new brewmaster because the beer has definitely improved! Try the red ale - a definite crowd pleaser!

    (3)

  • Brandon H.

    Best fish tacos I've ever had. Hands down. Good flights of basic beers. Waitress was awesome. Great experience.

    (5)

  • doneby l.

    Mediocre service. Mediocre food. Mediocre beer. I can't think of a single reason to ever eat there again. There are much better eateries right down the street. Go there and skip this dive.

    (1)

  • Patricia E.

    Really good food and brews! WIll be stopping here again for sure when we are in St. Augustine.

    (4)

  • Franck F.

    Basic food but good, fresh ingredients. Awesome beers. Good service. The tuna burger was great, the Cuban sandwich had a bit too much meat and not enough mustard.

    (4)

  • Callie P.

    This place is really good! Beautiful restaurant and location. The food is delicious...get the beer cheese soup! I could eat it everyday and I wish I knew how to make it. The only downside from my precious visit was that they sat us in a cramped little table by some busy doors and we were stuck next to where a bunch of guests from a wedding party were gathered...so it was loud! But the server was friendly and seemed to know a lot about the menu.

    (5)

  • Jason G.

    Wow, where do I begin with this place. First of all, the location is great, they have outdoor and indoor seating both that can overlook a beautiful part of St. Augustine. They have a bunch of their own brews, and my favorite is the A1A Lager. It's a light lager that is packed with tons of flavor and perfectly smooth. My girlfriend and I ordered the nachos for an appetizer, and they were great. Great for two people and nicely spread out so all of the cheese is not just on the top. I got a burger and it was cooked perfectly and really hit the spot. My girlfriend got a half sandwich and a bowl of the beer cheese soup. The soup was awesome! full of flavor and body. This was a great stop for lunch from the hot sun. Highly recommended! We will definitly stop here again on or way through.

    (5)

  • Jordin P.

    Nice place with great food. The service was good and friendly, even on a busy night, like New Year's Eve. Drinks are good and interesting, but a little pricey. Chocolate cake and nachos are delicious.

    (4)

  • Pacheco V.

    Great food and brewery! Out waiter Ben was absolutely great, knowledgable and extremely friendly and had great suggestions. Very nice ambiance outside.

    (4)

  • Christopher I.

    Im sitting in the restaurant right now as I write this, where I've been waiting for the last 20 minutes to have someone come and at least take our drink order. As they clearly can't be arsed to take care of their customers, I guess I can't be arsed to wait for them. So fuck this place, I'm walking down to The Florodian.

    (1)

  • Kathryn E.

    A1A has the best margaritas in town, also offer various flavored ones too. They offer a passport card for future discounts and special offers. The appetizers are always good and the dinners are delicious and the portions are very generous. I always go here for Birthday celebrations. Metered street parking available.

    (5)

  • Derek N.

    So this review was only on the beer and liquor beverages. I ordered the flight of beer. The beer is good, but not the best I have had. It satisfied the need for craft beer I was having but didn't blow me away. It reminded me of a Hops. The same beer is produced and not many variants are tapped or made. The beer was definitely tailored to a light palate. The stout was good and might be even better if it had more time to age. The honey ale was the only one I would have had another. My fiance ordered a mixed drink, she loved it!. Perfect balance of alcohol and juice. Great atmosphere and the food looked delicious.

    (3)

  • Stephen S.

    Make sure you ask the server what they are out of...on a Monday....at 4 PM.....and not even a holiday. Out of Cuban sandwiches, had to make more sweet tea, the fries came AFTER the sandwiches were over half gone already. Not coming back. Meh.

    (2)

  • Carlos C.

    I have never had a bad meal here. I have been coming here long before I have been yelping and this is my go to seafood spot in Saint Augustine. Love the atmosphere here and the service is always great considering how packed this place always is. In my most recent visit I ordered the Appetizer special which was a deep fried poblano pepper stuffed with cheddar and pepper jack along with avocado and chorizo topped with Pico de Gallo in a black bean puree. This was FANTASTIC! Very well executed dish. I wish they would give you two peppers for the 9 dollar price tag though. I decided to keep on the "Chef Special" menu so I ordered the Snapper special. Again, another perfectly executed dish. I was in heaven eating this. The thin crispy onions complimented the snapper so well with its slight crunch, the sauce and rice were superb as well. Love the texture balance. It should totally be a permanent dish. The desserts here are also fantastic. I had the grilled banana split the first time I came here and it was amazing and HUGE! lol. Love this place and can't get enough of it.

    (5)

  • John H.

    Not impressed. Had the Buffalo wings and two "craft brews". Really dull beer, and the food is massively overpriced because of its location. Much better places to spend $30 downtown, look elsewhere.

    (2)

  • Blaine M.

    Best place to visit in vacation!!! Ask for Ben! Best wings, pies, cucumber basil Collins drink! Everything was awesome and the view was absolutely spectacular!

    (5)

  • Angie L.

    We frequent St. Augustine on a regular basis since we live just across the state on the gulf coast. Every time we are in town we stop at A1A for the sashimi tuna appetizer. It had always been the best I have found locally and in my travels. NOT ANYMORE. The portion has been reduced from six slices to four but of coarse the price remains the same. I will no longer go to A1A. Seriously, four pieces? Who's brainy idea was this? What I used to make a meal of along with a salad is now a waste of my time. I will stick to the smaller personable restaurants who are concerned with retaining their patrons rather than padding their wallets by such drastic portion cuts.

    (1)

  • Erin J.

    I rarely give bad reviews but I sat next to the bread station where the servers get the bread and slice it: 1. There was half a small bug in one of our waters. 2. The waitress held our unwrapped straws with bare hands and threw them in the drinks. Um, yuck. 3. When the beer taster glasses were brought the waitress had her fingers on the lips of the glasses. Um, no thanks. - THE KICKER: we sat next to the bread area. EVERY server directly touched the bread at some point. One server grabbed the bread with paper, sliced the bread using paper and then ruined it by using her bare hands to finally put it in the basket. Um, really gross, no bread for me. Just a complete lack of disease protection from patron to patron. - the food was mediocre average. I will not return. I hope they change their bread serving policy to protect their future customers. I could not even pay attention to my food just thinking about all the germs being spread every time a new loaf was taken from the warmer.

    (1)

  • Jessica P.

    Happy hour prices were on point. Loved their seasonal beer and the bartenders were very attentive and friendly. We ordered nachos and was a generous serving.

    (4)

  • Lauren S.

    We went to A1A on the recommendation of my aunt. The ONLY reason I am not giving this restaurant 1 star is the beer. The IPA the Summer Wheat beers were very good. The food was terrible. My husband ordered a seafood cobb salad, and the salad was 98% lettuce, 1% cheese and 1% seafood for $14. My sister-in-law is a vegetarian, which she told the waitress, and she ordered a plain spinach salad. The spinach salad had pieces of chicken on top, and when we informed the waitress, she replied, "At least it's not pork." The waitress made no attempt to fix the problem. I would NEVER return to this restaurant on future visits to St. Augustine.

    (2)

  • Deanna M.

    Went there with a group of 4 adults and 4 kids. It was lunchtime not too busy. We were seated right away in a good spot for kids. Disappointed they were out of kids menus. I ordered the adult grilled cheese it was supposed to have avocado mayo or sauce or something but I never tasted it. Not my fave meal. Seemed average.

    (3)

  • Liz L.

    Stay away from this place! Boyfriend and I had lunch here today. 8 hrs later he has a horrible food poisoning. The only thing he has had all day was their Kobe beef burger. We tried to give them a chance by calling the restaurant and attempting to let the manager know to prevent others from getting the illness. No surprise, they put him on hold and no manager after 10 mins. We tried calling again and no luck again. Put food poisoning and bad customer service together and you have a horrible restaurant. I wish I could give it 0 stars! Yeah we did contact you and again no answer. Maybe e-mail got lost this time. Sorry but never again.

    (1)

  • Ashley M.

    Picture this: Wind blowing violently, and two people walking around ALL of downtown St Augustine for a warm place to eat. Walking in, we over heard a few people saying they were leaving due to not being served... of course wanting to get out of the cold, I proceeded in. The hostess was very sweet and welcoming, she sat us and said someone would be with us shortly.. 5 minutes later.....10 minutes later... 15 minutes later... I finally stopped a waitress who had walked by us several times and said "Hey can you let our waiter know that we are here.." She stopped immediately and took our order and brought us our drinks. The food arrived in a timely manner and was pretty good, nothing really stood out to me, but I will definitely go back to give it another try. Neat fact: They brew their own brewskies.

    (3)

  • Mike F.

    Food was good. Service was very good. We sat outside on deck overlooking the intersection at the bridge of lions drinking wine and their beers on a windy hot august night which was the highlight of the meal.

    (4)

  • Jen G.

    Oh, A1A Aleworks, thank you for being there for me when I stumbled into you at 1am in a drunken stupor. Your employees ushered me us upstairs (how the heck I made it up the stairs I'll never know) into the safety of a table (or booth, who knows, it's all hazy) overlooking A1A. During the day, I'm sure the view is great, but all I saw were twinkles of light over the water. Live music blaring from down below offered a nice distraction and ambiance as I tried to gain coherency. I've heard great things about this place, so I proceed to order a strawberry mojito (I know, why did my boyfriend allow such a ludicrous thing to happen), which resulted in slurred speech and me not being able to focus on the friendly server as he tried to engage me in conversation. I think it was more for his entertainment, but I am laughing about it now. The mojito was good but they went a little overboard on the mint leaves (sorry for flicking those at the window, btw). But it was tasty. We then ordered the most memorable chicken quesadilla to date. Not sure what it was, the cheesiness, the tastiness, the ingredients, or the hunger. But it was G-O-O-D. I have a hard time remembering mediocre food I ate yesterday completely sober, so I'm sure this really was special. Service was good, I did sober up enough to realize the experience was great, decor was great, and food was divine. We will be back on our next visit to St. Augustine. And maybe this time, I'll start the night here, instead of ending it here. And I promise I didn't drive like that. I walked (stumbled?) across the bridge of lions to our hotel room, where I drifted off to sleep dreaming of that chicken quesadilla that satisfied my hunger so.

    (5)

  • Alan J.

    Really awesome food and service. We ate there for dinner and the jambalaya was awesome. All the food in our party was great. The next day we went back for lunch and they had a great grouper sandwich. They have a great casual atmosphere with a bar downstairs and restaurant upstairs. It's definitely not bar food. They handle groups and parties well.

    (4)

  • Megan R.

    Lobster bisque tasted like salt. Mahi sandwich didn't taste like anything. Red ale was good at least.

    (2)

  • Heather E.

    LOVED LOVED LOVED the fish tacos. The best fish tacos that I have ever had. I went for lunch and was seated right away inside. The waitress took our order about 5 minutes after we sat down. We started with drinks and crab artichoke dip with bread. The crab dip was delicious but a little more of a soup consistency. The bread was not served warm. However the fish tacos had so much flavor and were absolutely amazing. I hope to eat here again before leaving.

    (4)

  • Gabrielle S.

    Food was amazing! Best nachos I've ever eaten and my father got the salmon and he said it was the best he's ever had! Yum!

    (4)

  • CJ O.

    Someone in the outlets recommended we come by on our way back home from Jacksonville to Miami. We couldn't have been any happier. The absolute best view with amazing food and perfect service. I can't wait to get back here and try some beers on our way up to see Garth.

    (5)

  • Ernest lee S.

    Just tasted the best Bread Pudding I've ever experienced!!! A1A Ale Works, St Augustine, FL White Chocolate with cherries. To die for

    (5)

  • Sarah V.

    On a recent trip to St. Augustine, my fiance and I found ourselves trying to entertain my younger brother. After trying several places with no success (either they were empty, the crowd did not match our tastes, or the drink selection sucked), we settled on A1A. The drink menu had a wide range of selections and our drinks were well-made- which we received in excellent time although the place was packed, the atmosphere was good, and there was some great live music. I can't speak for the food, but I would definitely come back here for drinks and entertainment if I wanted to spend an evening out.

    (4)

  • Cheryl S.

    Food: fantastic. View: incredible. Beer: excellent. That pretty much sums it up!

    (5)

  • Jeannine W.

    Been wanting to go here for a while and it didn't disappoint. Went for lunch on a Friday afternoon so it wasn't too crowded. Bar area was first come first serve so we sat in there. A dining room was upstairs, there wasn't any signs directing people of either of these things so when a server in the bar area was occupied some people just stood around staring until they were told what was going on. We had the blue crab and artichoke dip for an app, it was really good. Our food came out quick so we sadly didn't finish it. My boyfriend got the crab BLT and I got the artisan grilled cheese. Both were really good but it was rainy and unseasonably cool out so I enjoyed my warm sandwich better. They had skinny fries that came with it and they were seasoned very well. As for the beer - I started with the Red Brick Ale and really enjoyed it. If you like red/amber ales, this is perfect. They had a Pale Ale that day (which is not one of the standard beers) so I had that next. It was decent but definitely liked the Red Brick Ale better. My boyfriend got the Porpoise Point IPA first, liked it but then tried the Bridge of Lions Brown Ale. It was not so good. It says it's a smooth, malty brew and it's just that. I felt it tasted more along the lines of a porter instead of a brown ale which I normally really like. I was glad I hadn't ordered it. I will definitely want to go back when I'm in town, they apparently do an Oktoberfest in the fall so maybe we'll make a return trip then!

    (4)

  • Melly M.

    I like their outdoor seatings upstairs, especially when the weather is beautiful!! I had flounder fillet with mashed potatoes and some veggies, they were pretty delicious, overall a great job. Wait time was decent. I heard they make their own root beer and it's really good, so make sure you try some root beer! Will go back again if I'm ever in St. Augustine again.

    (4)

  • Kimberly D.

    Yummy beer (the seasonal wheat is really really good), delicious food, and service was great! I had the crab BLT and it was awesome! I've had it before and it was, once again, delicious! The bread on the sandwich is so soft and yummy but it didn't fall apart while holding in all the crab and bacon. Hubby had the shrimp and lobster tacos and he said they were really good. He said they had a great amount of flavor and the rice and beans were very tasty. We are here for a long weekend and will probably make a second trip there :)

    (5)

  • Daisy D.

    It's been quite a while since I made it down to A1A, though I have been back a couple times since my last review. And if parking wasn't such a bear, I might go more often. A friend of mine was celebrating her birthday and everybody was meeting up for dinner. They had made reservations for the balcony, which is really the only place worth sitting, in my opinion. I settled on the shrimp & grits for dinner. There was so much going on in the dish with all the 'extras' that the simplicity of the dish was lost. Don't get me wrong, I love bacon. And while I'm not the biggest fan of mushrooms, I'm willing to try them. But when I order shrimp & grits, I hope for a dish that lets those two things shine. Neither of which happened in this dish. Our table in the group was a table of five and did our best not to drive the waitress crazy. We were surprised at the fact that they actually took the time to separate our checks. We were all fully prepared with cash and weren't expecting them to accommodate us that way.

    (3)

  • Colln H.

    It was a great experience. There is great food, beer and the service was amazing. If you are in the area stop by and check it out. Sean did a great job, he is an awesome bartender and provided excellent service.

    (5)

  • Chris C.

    Good beer at decent prices for being smack in the middle of one of our nation's most popular tourist districts.

    (4)

  • Jef H.

    The food is much better than the beer, but the beer is pretty dang good. Love the shrimp and grits as well as the seafood tacos.

    (4)

  • Gig B.

    2 people, no cocktails with appetizer and lunch: $53.00. Do the beer cheese soup, to die for! Buffalo stuffed meatballs, and jambalaya were superb. Beth was the exceptional server. Remember, to sit upstairs. We were told to get a discount coupon from some local tourist publication...couldn't find it.

    (5)

  • Katie M.

    We were looking for a place to get a late dinner (past 9 p.m.) which proves difficult during the week in St. Augustine. But this place served until 10 so it was kind of our only choice. Going by reviews I read it was pretty much what I expected. Nothing fabulous, but it wasn't terrible. Just meh. I had the salmon cesar salad and my salmon was cold. Also the lobster bisque, which was good, but not the best I've had. Boyfriend had the beer cheese soup which was tasty. He did really like the beer he ordered. The service was great...our waitress was really nice. Atmosphere is nice as well. Might just be a good place to go for drink and apps.

    (2)

  • Stephan C.

    This is a little brew pub restaurant in downtown St Augustine. The micro brews are very good. The food is average to above average. I've found the meals here were good but I was there to sample the micro brews. It's located on the second floor overlooking the bay. It's very beautiful view is worth the visit if nothing else.

    (4)

  • Julie F.

    I am giving a 3 star bc although the fried custard dessert is wonderful....the damn staff can never get it right. One time you come and it is floating in rum sauce. Next time you visit, there is almost no sauce. We came today with a party of 9 JUST for the custard. We explained to the waitress about the inconsistency of the food preparation and made it a point to tell her to get it right. The custards came out with almost no sauce. After telling her we need more, we waited to get what should hv come out right the first time. Aggravating. Hands down the best fried custard ever.

    (3)

  • Brittany M.

    Delicious food and excellent service !!! Such a nice place and house made beers were delicious. I hear upstairs is the place to be but we sat downstairs at the bar and it was great!

    (4)

  • Chris W.

    Fanfare= overblown. Wait was long, bartender tried to switch my wife to a higher-priced wine without our knowledge. In my napkin, I found a knife and a cocktail fork. ?????? Lobster/shrimp tacos were good, mango bbq chicken was avg at best, and every selection was basically overpriced by $5. Place wasn't very clean, either. Final thought: when you call a place A1A Ale Works, the menu should really be beer-friendly, don't you think?

    (2)

  • Ed B.

    This brewery never disappoints. The cheese soup is an absolute must. My wife prefers the grilled cheese and I try something new each time we go! Most recently the jerk chicken salad... It was pretty good!

    (4)

  • Phil R.

    This place is super-good!!!!! Love the house-made Red Brick Ale. Absolutely excellent. Have also had the chicken quesadilla which I think is the best ever. And the Mahi Mahi sandwich, well, let's just say you won't be disappointed. And even the house salad (which can be customized: "hold the candied pecans and cucumbers, please") was excellent. Then there's the vibe in the place...energetic, fun, loud. Just a great place to hang out for happy hour and have a freshly made and delicious beer or a meal, too.

    (5)

  • Mandie M.

    A1A is a road, right? Well yes, but it is also a restaurant and bar! That can be confusing, but at least found it! My first night on vacation in St. A I ended up here with some friends for a drink. We started out the night with a glass of wine, which was very classy. The bartenders were nice and the server we had was really friendly! I love visiting vacation hot-spots because service is always great! They had some live music as well as a very crowded bar area, it was difficult to chat with my friends, but we made it happen. We even made friends with others near us and had a great start to the night. As soon as our glasses were getting empty our server came over and offered another...why yes, I would like another! We hung out in the bar area, but there is an upstairs area that I didn't get to discover much. I only made a trip up there to visit the restroom...which leads me to my only complaint of the night...I LOST MY RING!!! I remember taking it off to use the salt scrub in the bathroom, but I am pretty sure I forgot to put it back on. I went back to find it and it was GONE :( night ruined. I'm an idiot. Was the salt scrub really worth it? No, not really. I did call the next day to see if anyone turned it in, but nada. I assume someone else when in, saw it, and kept it. I'm so sad. Maybe, just maybe someone is reading this post and knows about the location of the right?!?! That would make my life so much better!!! Maybe someone you know has it or knows about it? Of course, I'm never that lucky. Is it to much to ask for you to message me if you do know about this ring? I'm asking....please. Overall, the bar was great and the wine was good. I'm just very sad about the loss of my favorite pearl ring...RIP.

    (4)

  • Melanie B.

    The food was quite good and I enjoyed their brews. Really nice view of the harbor too. Had the lobster Mac and cheese... it was fine... it didn't blow my mind.

    (3)

  • L Mark D.

    Stopped in because of Yelp reviews.,,, sat a t the bar for a drink before dinner. The person behind the bar. Long balding hair was the laziest "bartender" I have ever seen. Ordered a rum and coke he said the restaurant was out of Rum? Ordered a Scotch and soda with a lemon he made the drink and said the restaurant ran out of lemons...... I noticed the customers at tables had lemons..., asked if the lemons were delivered He said NO Lemons in the house , as one more time , He said No lemons...!!!! She saw a full bowl on the bar and asked a waiter for one , no problem. Bartender Said it's not his fault ? He just started his shift?

    (1)

  • Debbie R.

    Great food, great service, and according to my husband, great beer! We walked over from the marina and entered. It was obvious from a sign on the stair wall that the restaurant was upstairs. We went up and the hostess booth was right there. We were cheerfully greeted and promptly seated by a window looking out on the Bridge. Only complaint is that we were right by the bar but, hey, someone has to sit there and the folks at the bar seemed nice! We had the crab and artichoke dip for starters - so good. I had the seared tuna sandwich while my husband had the spinach salad and the cheese soup. Everything was so tasty. Our server was delightful and the gentleman who brought our food to the table had a great sense of humor. This is our second visit and well worth it!

    (4)

  • Noreen S.

    We have always LOVED A1A but this last visit has turned us off completely. Let me start by saying that we had been looking forward to celebrating my husbands birthday for over a month. He wanted to go nowhere but to sit on the deck/patio of A1A and celebrate just the 2 of us for dinner and have everyone else meet us for drinks and dessert after dinner downstairs. I made the call for priority seating and asked that we have a view for my husbands birthday and was told no problem...if we didn't mind waiting an extra few at the bar when we arrived she could accommodate us. We arrived earlier than our priority time and checked in. Within 5 minutes she proceeded to take me to a table on the "side" with a view of the cabbies. Since my husband was in the restroom I mentioned that we wanted a table facing the Bridge of Lions as I had asked. I was told "fine but you'll have to wait just like everyone else and it will be a while". Since it was already 8pm we took the table in the far back corner facing the cabbies. I must say that our server was as nice as she could be. Drinks came out promptly and so did the apps and then it ALL went downhill. We ordered steaks medium rare and medium and were served burned well well done steaks. I ordered double veg which was served ice cold. I informed our server about the veg and the steak and she took them back to the kitchen. Needless to say my husband ate his birthday dinner alone while I watched. The server brought out the veg first to me which was not cooked this time (zukes & squash) and then the steak came about 5 minutes later...again well done and burned on the bottom side (I took pictures). She apologized and offered to comp my husbands dinner. The manager NEVER came to the table but we were informed by our server that my husbands dinner would be comped. When she realized that I did not touch but a bite of my food my dinner was comped also. All in all we paid $40.00 for a salad, soup and a few drinks. They gave us a coupon for a free birthday dinner (signed off by the manager-still yet to be seen) that we left on the table. When the fiasco was over, we went downstairs, gathered up our group of 10 and headed down the street for a long night of dessert and drinks at a different establishment. Worst birthday dinner we have ever experienced in 15 years of being together. On a positive note...the beer cheese soup is phenomenal but I may never get to taste it again.

    (1)

  • Don C.

    Kinda carribean, great home brewed beers. Have the fried custard for dessert- it's my favorite item.

    (3)

  • Amber S.

    Waitress was super nice, but one of the others gave me the eye for feeding a pigeon. Lol Food was real good, pricey though. Beer was great. Beer cheese soup is where its at!

    (4)

  • Chris L.

    Nice ambience, decent drinks, and nice waiter. Tried the Mahi burger, regular burger, lobster bisk, and wedge salad. All were OK. No complaints really but the everything was pretty standard - the food was MEH. Don't expect to be blown away.

    (3)

  • Heather M.

    My last two visits to this restaurant were not good. The food was average and the service was slow even though the restaurant was practically empty. The atmosphere and location are very nice. The beer selection is alright

    (3)

  • Miguel R.

    A1A Aleworks is in one of those buildings with ornate wrought iron work that remind you of the old South. You can't miss it - it's a yellow two story building right on the main plaza in historic St. Augustine. We were seated on the second floor which has views of Matanza Bay and the Bridge of Lions. Sadly, the view was not that great from where we were seated. They have award winning beers like the Espresso Stout which sounds great. I opted for a dark Belgian. The bread basket here is just ok. As for food I ordered the shrimp and grits. The shrimp were pretty small. The dish was pretty tasty but I was unable to finish it because they serve large portions. There's also the fact that I ordered their famous ale and cheese soup. It was seriously good. My BF ordered the lobster mac and cheese which was pretty good also but the lobster was a bit too salty. The food could have been a bit more well prepared but it and the service make this place worthy of a visit if you are into American comfort food. The great selection of unique and award winning beers also help bring up the rating I gave this restaurant. Our server, who looked like Russell Crow, was pretty cool and attentive. A big plus was his knowledge of the food and beers. The decor is pretty cool. There were many people at the bar when we got there and the ambience was pretty good. It must get seriously good at night. Considering the fact I am not very much into American comfort food this place is not bad at all!

    (4)

  • Molly C.

    The main reason this is getting 4 stars is because of the food...absolutely delicious! Everyone at our table enjoyed what they ordered (which is actually a extremely rare thing for my family). The smoked salmon fish and chips was hands down the best version of fish and chips I've ever had. Perfect breading, texture was right on. The coleslaw was uniquely awesome as well. Spicy and different. The service, however, was lacking. Seems like our server specifically had too much to do, and seemed overwhelmed. She made errors on what we ordered, which we didn't really mind because the food made up for it. Though, I noticed she made errors at all the tables around us. Overall, we were happy to find a place that reminded us of our microbrewery-packed Michigan home!

    (4)

  • D. V.

    I had the hamburger with cheese and it was just ok. My husband had the Cobb Salad and I was sorry I didn't get that, it looked so good (he said it was excellent). The Shrimp Cocktail was also very good and a great deal. It was about $10 and you get eight large shrimp. Service was very good also.

    (4)

  • Andrew J.

    One of the highlights of a recent trip to St. Augy. Beautiful New Orleans style 2 story corner building with a big wrap around balcony with great views of the old city and intracoastal. Decent beer brewed on site and an extensive creative menu. Great happy hour too...$3 drafts.

    (4)

  • Agustina P.

    This was our first stop when we got in to St. Augustine and after this, no other restaurant could compare to how amazing A1A Ale Works is. From their superb service, to their beautiful terrace views and from the excellent food to their delicious beers. We were definitely spoiled. We went back to the bar for drinks and even though it was packed, the ambiance was very welcoming. I'd go back to St. Augustine just to eat here again.

    (5)

  • Jeff K.

    I'll maintain my four-star previous review for the restaurant/bar. I just want to add one thing to that review: their stout, called "A. Strange Stout" is truly excellent. This review though, is for the catering services. As I mentioned in my previous review, A1A was the caterer for our wedding reception since we had our reception at the Bayview Room upstairs and across the hall. They have a really large selection of menu options to choose from, and while I don't remember off the top of my head which hors d'oeuvres we selected, our entrées were a garlic-stuffed filet mignon and chicken marsala. We got rave reviews for both of them, and nobody said a single bad thing about any of it. I had the filet, and I loved it. The staff was incredible, moving quickly among the tables but never being in the way. Everything went beautifully. The coordinator Beth Hulburt was excellent, ensuring us early on that there would be no problem making separate meals for any vegetarians that might come. When we got a last-minute request from one of my friends to bring a guest, she promised that the guest would have a meal even though our final numbers were due in long before. It was a great experience all around. Thanks again to everyone involved!

    (5)

  • Kate K.

    Great food, service and atmosphere. Indoor and outdoor seating upstairs. Full bar and live music downstairs. Our party ordered the dill salmon dish, bbq chicken and steak. All were great. Server was very attentive. Strawberry soda from the bar was great.

    (5)

  • Hue L.

    We were there 9/2012 for a day visit. What a gorgeous setting!!! I had the seafood paella and my husband had the shrimp and grits. Great tasting beer and drinks: love their mojito. Fantastic view from the balcony. Great location next to the harbor and historical sites.

    (5)

  • N E.

    The restaurant is situated overlooking the harbor of St Augustine. Beautiful historic Louisiana style architecture with plenty of wrought iron details. The service is very good, the views are great, the food is marginal at best. I started with the lump crab cake appetizer which was a bit doughy (eg lots of filler bread crumb) and overcooked, the remoulade sauce was very good and barely saved the dish. The lobster bisque was excellent, however lacked any chunks of lobster meat. I asked for white bread, they typically serve a dark beer type bread which had to have been better than the dry baguette I was served. The chicken piccata was cooked fine, the sauce and overall quality of the dish I would rate at 4/10. The rice served with the chicken was good but again not the focus of the dish. My friend had the tuna sandwich which was a low quality piece of belly meat, light in color, not very impressive. The tuna sandwich was marginal and more in line with a beach front burger stand. I could have gotten a better quality piece of fish at a bait store --- Overall -- a place to have a micro brew or cocktail -- there is little value in the entrees

    (3)

  • John M.

    I had one of the best meals I had in a while here at this restaurant. We had lunch there on a Tuesday afternoon. What started out as a light lunch turned out to be an amazing smorgasboard. Our server, Casey, was amazing. Both my wife and I ordered the in-house root beer, which was some of the best I ever tasted. Casey kept all of the drinks filled and was incredibly warm and knowledgeable. Refills on the Ale Works rootbeer were, to my surprise, free. I think I broke a few health codes on that one. As a last-second addition, I decided to try the lobster bisque, but Casey recommended I try the beer cheese soup so I did. I'm so glad I tried it; it was by far one of the best soups I've ever eaten-flavorful down to the last. I was disappointed I hadn't ordered a bowl. I ordered the nachos with chicken and chorizo sausage as a main course. There were way too many nachos for one person to consume, but I won't say I didn't try! My wife ordered the crab cake sliders, and she couldn't even finish them but said they were wonderful. My father-in-law ordered the bread pudding and declared it "the second best" he had ever eaten--second only to New Orleans!--so that is high praise. Prices were what I expected to pay, and I left happy and full. Wish I had more time in St. Augustine so I could come back again, but I highly recommend it.

    (5)

  • Richard W.

    Had lunch here with friends. Ordinary pub food made more enjoyable by the friendly efficient service. We ate in the bar because the wait for the restaurant was too long.

    (3)

  • Jeff G.

    Lobster & shrimp tacos were pretty good. Really liked the crispy corn tortilla followed up with a toasted but still pliable flour tortilla on the outside which acted as a net for all the crunchy break-away bits. Kind of subdued lobster and shrimp flavor though, make it just okay. Solid IPA and Brown. Happy hour eats are lacking as they only offer wings but at $3 off and wings are what your after them you'll be happy. Worth mentioning is the wings are fried and then have the preferred sauce added. Fried and then sauced is my preference. Didn't try them though...this time.

    (4)

  • Kilee D.

    Great place, great food, wonderful location! We sat in the bar area which was first come first serve so we didn't have to wait! I got fish tacos & the sangria (which was decent). Service was prompt & waitress was friendly. Good view too!

    (5)

  • Marty T.

    Hadn't been there in a while but it has really changed since I was there last. Party of 5 and 4 of us were disappointed with our meals. Don't waste your money on the Kobe Sliders or the crab cake sliders. Both we're not good and I'm sorry but if 4 out of 5 people finish with most of their food on the plate, I would expect a good server to ask if everything was okay or if there was issues with the food. No such luck, our server just took all the food away without even asking how everything was.

    (2)

  • Daniel C.

    During a recent visit to town, my colleague highly recommended this location for dinner. I must say, the few from the second story balcony overlooking the 'Bridge of Lions' was very nice! The let down...walking in through the bar area...I could choke on the strong smell of stale beer. Brought back flash backs from college. Not certain I would eat down there..?!?! We proceeded up stairs where they sat us very quickly. We sat next to a young group a 'girls' that were smoking like chimneys. Somewhat disappointing when the smoke is swirling all around you trying to eat. For dinner..I had the chopped salad and prosciutto encrusted snapper. The chopped salad was quite good. The snapper was slightly dry with very little flavor (in my opinion). The waitress said 'it was her favority...' Maybe she was lacking taste buds?? Or, possibly the chef had a weak moment?? Not certain. BUT, for me, I will pass on this entree next time. The third star added for the few, otherwise, I would have provided this location a two star score. The ultimate question..would I return. The short answer, yes..the location is very nice.

    (3)

  • Ally F.

    It was alright. Their beers lack complexity, and the grouper sandwich we got was overpriced and way under seasoned. They need to amp up their food game if they aren't going to have the highest quality brews. The beer cheese soup was the saving grace for this place.

    (3)

  • Amy Z.

    Really enjoyed their beers, food, and band. In a touristy destination, almost every place has live music, but these guys were really quite good. We got nachos (humongous serving) and coconut shrimp...both very good. We enjoyed their beers and service as well.

    (5)

  • Ray N.

    We had a gift card to use up, and I'm glad it was used up - we won't be back. The lobster and shrimp tacos were not as good as I expected and sat under the warmer way too long. The veggies on to were wilted! Service was at best mediocre. And the place was extreme my noisy. We won't be back, there are too many other excellent places to eat. The IPA was good, but the poor service and mediocre food wasn't worth it. I'll find another beer on tap somewhere else next time. Pass on this place, explore your options before settling on this place!

    (2)

  • Lola T.

    Wonderful cheese soup! Hubby had a burger special that was good also. One friend had a grouper sandwich, she said it was over cooked. Another friend had peanut chicken special and thought it was great. Good selection of beer. Service was friendly and attentive. Only problem was we didn't get our 10% discount. Discussed it with the server upon ordering but we forgot to check until we were already gone. As much our fault as it was hers. Best part if the meal was our seats, sitting outside overlooking the water with the boats and sunshine, TOP NOTCH!

    (4)

  • Tuck S.

    Just finished the steak medallions and shrimp. Tough steak and chewy shrimp. Can't recommend either. On the upside they still brew some great beers. But this will be our only time for dinner.

    (3)

  • Devon N.

    I made my second visit to A1A Ale Works while in St. Augustine on a romantic getaway with the girlfriend. We were seated outside, upstairs on the veranda. The restaurant as well as the surrounding area were decorated for the holidays, and this added to the view of the bay and the Bridge of Lions. The chairs on the veranda are not terribly comfortable, but it wasn't that big of a deal. We both had a mixed drink to start. I thought mine was very watered down. We had the artichoke and blue crab dip for our starter. She didn't like the dip that much, saying that it was too fishy for her. I didn't notice any chunks of either artichoke or crab in it, but I thought it tasted good and so I ate it anyway. I also ordered a cup of the beer-cheese soup for a starter. It was Delicious with a capital D. They served us two kinds of bread, one soft, one a little crunchier. I enjoyed the crunchy bread with the soup. She liked the softer bread. For our meals, I ordered the bistro filet with crab stuffed shrimp. The filet is actually three beef medallions on skewers (I'd rather not have to fight with the skewers myself, but I get why they do it) and it comes with sauteed veggies and mashed potatoes. I opted for fries instead of the mash. The shrimp are Parmesan crusted and stuffed with crab meat. They have a sweet pepper sauce on them and are delicious! I could have easily ate five or six instead of three. The beef medallions are sesame and ginger marinated and char-grilled. I ordered mine medium and medium they were. You could really taste the sesame ginger marinade too. I ate every bite. The vegetables were cooked well and seasoned perfectly. My girlfriend ordered the Ragtime Shrimp Dinner. These are fresh shrimp dipped in beer batter, tossed in coconut and deep-fried. Served with black beans, rice and vegetables. Unfortunately half way through her meal she realized that most of the shrimp she had left had not been de-veined and this kinda grossed her out. Fortunately she was full on dip and bread, so our waiter was kind enough to remove the meal from our tab. With the shrimp removed our bill came out just under 60 bucks, and we considered that fair for a nice meal with a great view.

    (4)

  • David Q.

    Decent food, great beer. If some of the outdoor seating could be used just for bar patrons and not just dining folks, that would be even better.

    (4)

  • Matthew M.

    Beer was good. Nothing really different or outstanding. As the name implies their beers are all ales. Only had an appetizer-the shrimp-and we were not impressed. Will definitely be back but was not overly impressed with my first visit. Staff and patrons were really nice.

    (3)

  • Clarke H.

    Friends sent us here....we were not disappointed....excellent craft beer selection, and the food is spectacular! I had the A1A Ale and Cheese Soup....OMG! I also had the fried Grouper Sandwich.....wow!

    (4)

  • Sophia M.

    Dined with a group of 7 and no one walked away thinking it was great. Service was just okay. Long wait for a table and food took a long time to arrive. Buffalo stuffed meatballs were a disappointment. There was no cheese in the middle of any of my meatballs. Stick with the beer cheese soup and fries. They were good.

    (2)

  • Sara M.

    And so continues the mediocre trend of restaurants in Florida... My new family and I went to the San Sebastian Winery while in St. Augustine and then walked around before heading here for dinner. They make their own beer (and root beer) here but I only had the root beer, which was pretty good. There is also a wraparound patio that you can dine on when the weather is nice. The table ordered a crab and artichoke dip with crostini. It was creamy and substantially thick, which also made it pair well with the bread they served us. I got the creole shrimp with pasta. The shrimp already had their tails removed and they were a bit on the smaller side. There was something a little off on the flavor...it was decent but I definitely expected better. I would like to give a shout out to our server (cannot remember his name but he did have very blue eyes) who was amazing. We came right inbetween lunch and dinner so ordered off the lunch menu but I would have liked to see what the dinner menu entails. He explained all this nicely and apologetically to us, was prompt with refills of drinks, and just quite pleasant. He earns a star alone!

    (3)

  • Nick D.

    I took my girlfriend here for our 4 year anniversary. Big mistake. Our balcony table had a very obstructed view of the bayfront. I opted for a Porpoise Point IPA to drink while my girl ordered a Sex on the Beach. The IPA was decent, but nothing exceptional. The Sex on the Beach was about 7oz and made with well liquors at a price tag of $6.75. Heavy markup for such a small drink. We also had to wait almost 10 minutes for said drinks to arrive. For an appetizer, we had the fried calamari and a cup of the Ale and cheese soup. The soup tasted great, but was served room temperature bordering on cold. The calamari was fine, but by the time our server showed up with our dipping sauce that we requested, it was almost gone. Ordering our entrees was a hassle. Wait staff was extremely incompetant. When asked if their mashed potatoes were made with red skin potatoes, or server responded "I don't really know, but they are seasoned and taste amazing." That's cute, but if you don't know your menu, you shouldn't be serving. I opted for the steak medallions and beer battered coconut shrimp while my girl got the BBQ chichen breast. The "steak medallions" ended up being a 8oz sirloin cut in half. The steak was cooked properly, but lacked flavor and the shrimp were so bland that I didn't even bother eating them. The mashed potatoes were indeed red skin potatoes and they were decent. It was a shame, though, that the potatoes were the only thing on the plate with any flavor. All said and done, I wish we would have gone somewhere else. 1 app 1 cup soup 1 steak/shrimp 1 chicken breast 2 well drinks 1 in-house brew _______________ $75.00 Quality of service/food/drinks were worth $55 at the most. I am very disappointed with the experience and strongly recommend that you find a better place dine nearby...there are plenty.

    (2)

  • Chris E.

    Great food at a great price. We stop in every time we are in St. Augustine. This time had the Mahi special and it was nothing short of special! Burgers here are also great. There is a lot of seating so waiting time is low unless you want the balcony. The sweet tea is a mango tea that is out of this world.

    (5)

  • LeeAnn E.

    One of the best places to eat in St. Augustine. They brew their own beer, their cocktails are yummy, their food is to die for (some of the best sesame ahi tuna I've ever had!), and the view from the upper outside deck is fabulous. The only reason I'm not giving A1A Aleworks five stars is because some of their entrees are on the expensive side, especially for the size of the portions you get. Also, their cocktails are pretty pricey. But thankfully, you don't have to spend a lot to go here if you are careful about what entrees you order and keep your drinks to a minimum. I will definitely return here on my next trip to St. Augustine!

    (4)

  • Alecia W.

    The only reason I am giving this a 2 is because the bartenders there are great. Drinks are always consistent. The food and service there is a whole different story. We got started with the appetizer. Blue crab artichoke dip. When it came out it was so oily I couldn't bare to eat it and sent it back. The food here is very inconsistent. If we go back we are sitting at the bar only.

    (2)

  • Mike M.

    Great, and I mean, GREAT, food, location and service. We tried the beer and cheese soup, lobster and shrimp tacos and sesame tuna. Talk about melt in your mouth! Also had the red brick, ipa and stout brews which were all on point. Our server was outstanding (he suggested the tuna and tacos). Everything was reasonably priced, my family of 5 ate for $67 before tip , with beers/drinks, 5 meals and an appetizer. A meal out usually runs us a $100 easy. Definitely recommend. Parking was a challenge, bring change for the parking meters.

    (5)

  • Dan S.

    One of the best spots in the City to enjoy a dinner on the upper deck while soaking in the gorgeous view of the Matanzas and the Bridge of Lions, and all the tourist passers-by. The food is always OK, but prices are a bit high. $12 for a tuna appetizer was steep as it is, but it wasn't all that tasty (crust could have been majorly improved), and the wasabi was weak. Their burgers are always pretty good. Coconut crusted shrimp on the kids menu is pretty rad, and those meals are reasonably priced. The beers are OK. Seasonals tend to be the best - the Maibock was good recently. But for craft beer, I expect a bit more, I guess. Bummer-points for having sold out to Gordon Biersch, but I don't know if that had much of a negative impact, other than stifling what could have been a pretty cool independent growth, I guess. All in all: for decent food, if moderately overpriced, and a place to get craft beer - all with a great view and ambience - this is your spot in town.

    (3)

  • Dorrell R.

    Lovely view from balcony. Good service and food. Everyone like their food. Server was very efficient. Eat here every time we come to Saint Augustine.

    (5)

  • Michelle H.

    I have had several office Christmas parties there and been there many times for dinner. It is an amazing place. They make everything from scratch (including their mayo!!). It is a very nice environment and has good music. Several of the office parties/events were done very well and done at the last minute. I love A1A Aleworks!!

    (5)

  • Monica B.

    So I decided to go out for a drink at the st Augustine historic area. There are so many restaurants & lounges/bars that is hard to choose unless you use Yelp! :) How did my research prior to leaving the house was wasted??? the hubby & friend were too hungry to find this place in St. George St. that had great reviews. We were going in circles... The horror... We just decide to play it by ear & stop at A1A, looked busy,guess should be good. Not always..I looked it up & reviews was just ok. I warned, protested & begged but the testosterone won.....as an Elite I decided to see for myself (little yelp fairy by my shoulder whispered...) " just be open & forget the reviews...see for yourself, have fun!" Well the service was quick & we had a very short wait time even though the first floor of the restaurant was packed. This restaurant faces the intercoastal of St. Augustine most famous streets facing the water (awesome view) & it's on a busy corner of the historic district. (easy to find) They have 2 stories both with bars & what's mostly great on a beautiful day is the wraparound veranda seating area facing the water. There were lots of people in their mid /early 20's on the first floor by right by the bar. Top floor seems a lot more quiet and an older crowd than mostly was just dining with a glass of wine. Well we scored that table outside the veranda & I was happy. We had pre- drank a bit already, but I ordered my Jack &Diet Coke & the rest of group ordered their drinks. Drinks are well priced from $5/9 in average. My drink was $6 (Winning!! LOL) The appetizer was not as good as described on the menu, I don't know if it was the drinking but I always go for mexican when I get the munchies... Lots of nachos & toppings but the cheese looked hard like they put it on a microwave or burned it on oven. It was cheap cheese. The Horror!! My husband's lobster & fish tacos also as he stated "were bland as *&&*&*&" (& he got a little stomach sick the next day, I'm sure it was the dish ). My brother in law picked salmon and thought it needed more favor as well. Strike 2.... Extra star for the cute & helpful waiter (Yelp fairy, slaps my head..."hey you are married!"...ok whatever....) Maybe I would stop for drinks, but if you want dinner then I suggest go somewhere else as they are wonderful options I want to go back to discover...I am getting a map next time!!! Then after dinner I heard my hubby say to the group... Yeap should have listen to the wife. Yeap, I won!!!

    (2)

  • Jim R.

    Looking for something other than a heavy sandwich for lunch and thought we'd have to settle for a mediocre salad from a selection of "bar food". Not at all what we discovered. Wife and I both had salads (blackened chicken and spinach salads) what a surprise! Great food, reasonably priced. Will go back soon!

    (5)

  • JoAnn T.

    it's all good.

    (5)

  • Ash M.

    Food was very good and reasonable! A good place to chillax.

    (4)

  • Jael H.

    First and foremost, our server was fantastic. Noel was friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable, and made our visit great. My husband and I started out with the beer sampler, so I'll just dissect each beer individually: 1. Porpoise Point Pale Ale: very crisp, much less hoppy than any pale ale I've ever had, which in my books is a plus. My husband ended up ordering an extra glass of the pale. 2. King Street Light Lager: a very clean, crisp beer. Very drinkable. Not terribly complex, but the lingering aftertaste was perfect. I ordered a second glass of this. 3. A. Strange Stout: one of the better stouts I've had. I'm a huge fan of Left Hand Milk Stout, and this tasted like a slightly spicier version of that. It was a little creamy and had nice espresso undernotes and was very flavorful, but not super heavy like so many stouts. A very good beer in my opinion. 4. Bridge of Lions Brown Ale: brown ales are usually my favorite beer, and this one was good but not great. This seemed like a lighter version of the stout, with the dark roast notes. The flavor was smooth but not multi-faceted. 5. Red Brick Ale: Again, a very drinkable beer. It was smooth, with good flavor, but there's not much to speak of on the back end. 6. Octoberfest: The first punch of flavor is very nice, but also had dark roast notes like the stout and brown ale, so I would have liked to see a bit more diversity amongst them. For an appetizer, we ordered boniachas, which are sweet potato chips with cheese, black olives, jalapenos, and mango salsa. These were excellent, and the plate was huge so we ended up taking some home. My husband's entree was the tuna steak, which was much thicker than most tuna steaks. The cut of meat was good, but the problem with a thick tuna steak is the inside. Yes, the tuna steak comes medium rare, which is perfect for a great cut of meat, but if it's that thick, the inside is still just rare. He said it was a bit dry and could use more sauce. I ordered the New York Strip steak and crab cakes combo. The rub on the steak was good, but the cut of meat was just okay and a bit tough. My crabcakes were also just okay; they could use a bit more green onions, or some kind of relish on the side (pineapple would be great). Recognizing that this place is first and foremost a brewery, and that they also happen to have food, we had a very good experience. The portions of food were huge, which nearly made up for the underwhelming taste. Nothing we had was bad, just tasted average, especially in context of the price (about $20/plate). The beer was excellent, and ultimately the great service is what left us very pleased with our visit to A1A Aleworks.

    (4)

  • Russ B.

    Eat outside for a great view of historic St. Augustine.

    (5)

  • BrianCynthia W.

    Fantastic food. I didn't think it would be that great being in a touristy area but everything we ate on the menu was fantastic. We had the blue cheese nachos. Sounded a little gross but different so we checked out. Excellent! Their bear cheese soup is the redneck soup you'd think. It's classy and smooth and I could eat it like a rabid pit bull. Their shrimp and lobster tacos were slap your mama good! Be daring, try anything on the menu and I'm sure you won't be disappointed.

    (5)

  • Alex G.

    Ale & cheese soup AWESOME! Have to second that! Want a big desert? Ask for the carrot cake!

    (5)

  • Jen Y.

    Ok food, nothing exciting. Typical brew pub fare. My husband and I went towards the basic junk and it was ok... he had the chicken sandwich which was decent. Came w/standard fries. He also got the cheese soup which was very processed (it's hard to please us from Wisconsin w/this kind of stuff...!!!). I went w/appetizers... hummus (was ok, kind of plain) and their version of nachos which were very interesting. It was a root vegetable made into thin potato chips coated w/black beans, olives and cheese. Yum... my stomach didn't like me so much in the moring but it was good. The others we were with got steak and said it was excellent. Beers were good. Bread basket was a dark wheat which was pretty good. Location is good, from the balcony we had a great view of the downtown Christmas lights!

    (3)

  • Gabe F.

    Great food/ great beer! Their House beers are excellent- I had the sampler, which is fun - You get to taste all their house beers. The seared ahi tuna and beer-cheese soup are AMAZING! Service was good and the price was not cheap, but commensurate with the quality of food and drink.

    (5)

  • Michelle C.

    Great view of the Bridge of Lions if you're sitting outside on the upper level. I can't comment about the bar - didn't order any alcohol while going there for a business lunch :) I ordered the lobster and shrimp tacos. They weren't terrible, but nothing special either. My teammate enjoyed the beer cheese soup - which he ordered after a passerby shouted, "you guys have to get the beer cheese soup!" and also from the recommendations from fellow yelpers.

    (2)

  • Paul S.

    Great place for a lunch while walking around. We sat in the bar area, not the restaurant. The smoked salmon fish and chips were delicious. They also make a spicy cole slaw that is to die for. I could have had a bowl of it. Tried one of their beers, which was tasty (I am not a beer expert). Service was pleasant, surrounding were comfortable. Nothing to complain about at all!

    (4)

  • Jeremy F.

    This place is a good safe bet if in the area. Alot of windows with views of the water and busy streets of Saint Augustine. The beer is great and is brewed onsite (I believe). overall very good but has been hit or miss for us as far as food.

    (3)

  • Ivanna G.

    Is a dish so delicious that it's the same thing you order every time you go to a restaurant? Yes I order the lobster and shrimp key lime pasta EVERY TIME I go and it amazing. The service is always wonderful. Happy hour is always nice. The balcony view of the lion bridge is beautiful as well.

    (5)

  • Mrs. H.

    The food is still good, the restaurant is pretty and in a nice location, but overpriced. Having gone here now a few times over the past 5 years, willing to chalk up the bad service to one person, I have to say it's uniformly TERRIBLE. At least they are consistent about that! We are NEVER offered the free bread, unless we specifically ask. There's far better places to eat with a waterview. Go elsewhere!

    (1)

  • Dave W.

    We had dinner here on 4/14 and I think our server was named Marc. The service was excellent and the only negative was the table - we had reservations for 8 people and they put us in a corner booth and slid another table over. For appetizers we shared Fried Calamari and Boniachos and they were excellent. Entrees included the Bistro Fillet, Keylime Shrimp/Lobster and Ahi Tuna. Everyone seemed to enjoy their dinners and they came quickly and were hot . Plating was excellent. Dessert, which was shared by 6 consisted of Double Chocolate Cake and Bread Pudding. Judging by the speed they disappeared I would say they were very good. The restaurant is located on the corner of A1A and King Street and is a great place for dinner or a cool draft after a long day of seeing the sights. Definitely a keeper! We found the restaurant via Yelp.

    (4)

  • Trent D.

    Amazing food and great service but the atmosphere was ok

    (5)

  • Jordan S.

    Thursday night, 9pm, June...and the streets are absolutely dead. Tumbleweeds blow by local businesses, towards the bay, and the only sounds are the moans of a few ghosts which roam King Street. Most businesses have already been closed for 3-4 hours, as the residents' self-imposed curfew takes effect. But, A1A Aleworks serves as a beacon of hope. They serve their full menu until 10pm, and the place is packed. This is one of a group of 38 restaurants operated by the Gordon-Biersch restaurant-brewery chain. They specialize in beer & not necessarily food. Keep that in mind, it's written in the name, I should have known. I did not sample any beer, just went straight for the Blackened Mahi Mahi sandwich, which was served on a slightly cold, stale bun. My wife's Angel Hair Pasta with blackened chicken was OK, but we were all together unimpressed. The balcony provided an outstanding view of the bay, A1A, and King Street, but I couldn't help but feel very meh about our food.

    (3)

  • Lesley S.

    This place has a gorgeous view and great beer. I tried several different beers (A. Strange being the best one.) It's delicious. However I have to knock a star off for the food being greasy. I had the grilled chicken avocado sandwhich which had awesome Jalapeno Ranch dressing. (The bread was really stale.) My partner had the Southern Chicken Salad which was greasy almost dipped in grease. D-ISCUSTING! Other than that great place. A good place for a few drinks, just skip the food.

    (4)

  • Brennan H.

    It's a Gordon Biersch, people. The place is run by Gordon Biersch; it serves nearly the same food and drinks as the flagship Gordon Biersch restaurants. All those beers with charming local names are just Gordon Biersch recipes with St. Augustine-specific labels. The only thing A1A has that's unique to St. Augustine is a terrible, terrible staff. Incompetent hosts that don't address guests unless addressed first, mediocre, absentminded servers, managers who look constantly bewildered at the downward spiral of their life. If you're coming to a town like St. Augustine, where there is plenty of local, unique, interesting food--do not, for your own sake and for the sake of the fantastic Mom and Pop restaurants within six blocks, choose to give A1A your business.

    (1)

  • Ryan C.

    There is one - and only one - reason to even dare eat at this "bar", and that's the beer cheese soup. The soup is their most popular dish and is rather tasty, although nothing special. Basically, you should get it if you happen to be here getting a beer, but don't seek it out otherwise.

    (2)

  • Sabine M.

    We only had the coconut shrimp and a salad, but it was delicious! Great service and the beer is great. They brew their own We were there almost every evening and they had music every night!!!

    (4)

  • Tim G.

    When we are in St. Augustine we always end up stoping at A1A. Their location is the best. Make sure you pay for parking....or you will get caught in downtown St. Augustine. Food is great, never had a problem with the service.

    (4)

  • Lisa S.

    Love the A1A Bar! Great views of the city, live music and the Bartender Tom is the Best! Friendly place and great Beer! Dont miss this spot.

    (5)

  • Carol H.

    We had 16 people in our party.only half were there right away. Our server,Matt kept his cool. Gave us great service,even when kids spilled drinks.. The food was great.i had spinach and goat cheese salad,then sun dried cherry bread pudding. I was in heaven!! All the grandkids and adults that got burgers were stuffed. They were really big !! We were there 2 hours just enjoying the view from the balcony. Again Matt wad great, never lost his cool.I was a waitress and I know it's hard with big groups

    (5)

  • Matt S.

    Like a few places here on Yelp, I've noticed the A1A Aleworks to have a variable rating, a lot of people HATED it, a lot people really enjoyed themselves. I'm guessing it's like most anywhere else, it depends on what time and day you show up to the place. Personally, I've been in to this place a few times, and had a good time every visit. HOWEVER, I have never eaten here, I'm rating it strictly as a drinking establishment. The weeknights here aren't bad, there's plenty of room available, you can sit at the bar or one of the many tables located throughout the main dining area. There's a few TV's spread out throughout the location, usually tuned in to different sports. On the weekends, this place is usually packed, mostly with Flagler students, but also a lot of aging tourist couples in Hawaiian and Tommy Bahama shirts. There is usually a live band rocking out in the back corner, the last time I was in they sounded pretty damn good. The service here is usually pretty good, but again, if the place is packed, don't expect the servers or bartenders to be checking on you every five minutes. Full bar stocks all your favorites, but the beer is what A1A is all about. There are quite a few homemade brews, a lot of which are on tap, and they're pretty damn delicious. Overall, the few times I've been in, I usually grab a couple of pints or a few mixed drinks, and I'm on my way to better drinking establishments located throughout the downtown area. Always had a pretty good time, and I'm sure eventually I will make my way down to stop in again. Judging by the other reviews, not sure if I will be eating here, but definitely getting a few cold pints of homemade beers.

    (3)

  • Jason K.

    their food is great (large portions and fresh) i got the cheddar beer soup and half sandwhich. The bread was fresh and the soup was to die for also if you are there make sure you get the ROOT BEER!!!! and do yourself a favor and some to go. If you are a root beer fan you must stop and have some

    (4)

  • Mike W.

    My boyfriend and I wound up here on a Friday night mainly because we came into St. Augustine a bit late in the night (around ten) and not many things downtown, even on a Friday, seemed to be open or else seemed ready to close for the night. Columbia's and Raintree are in my book the two best places to dine in St. Augustine but they were a little more expensive and the hour was late, so we looked for something more casual and doing a strong business despite the late hour. A1A Aleworks seemed a safe bet. The downstairs bar was doing a great business and the upstairs dining area was pretty busy too. As others have already noted, this is not a place so much for locals but for tourists, but that said it seems like a place which should be able to serve up decent, if not great, food. I was not asking for an adventure here, but for the prices something cooked from scratch and tasty would be fine. We ordered a nachos platter which was made, for reasons I cannot even guess at, with some sort of potato chips instead of corn chips. It came with not enough cheese and dry pieces of chicken. Not impressive at all. We also both ordered sandwiches: I ordered a crab salad BLT sandwich and my boyfriend got an ahi tuna sandwich. Mine was ok, but not anything special while his was pretty good but too small, in his opinion. We also ordered the white chocolate bread pudding for dessert which was alright, but really would have been better without the white chocolate. I don't understand why these type of restaurants (somewhat upscale chain places) try to be coy with things like bread pudding and add white chocolate and other non-traditional additions to a dessert that is already plenty sweet and plenty rich. The bar downstairs was mainly a rag-tag crew of cougars and dudes in Guy Harvey shirts. It's very apparent that the money here is made on the liqour and not the food. Still, I think we made the best bet in going somewhere still doing a good business at this late (for St. Augustine) hour instead of going somewhere that the staff were all looking to close up shop and head home. As things were, the waitress was ok, but not overly helpful, funny, nice or much else. We overtipped her, if anything. Here's a Blue's Clue you can all use: places that have names like "kickin'" or "bangin'" in the name of the dishes or too many dishes making use of mango or Key lime as selling points are normally not very good and often are about the same as a Ruby Tuesday's with about a five dollar per dish increase in price, but little more. I like places that are real: I don't like chains in general nor do I like overly trendy places that older gay men frequent and call "delish" . . . I like really real places, whether high-end or low-end, places that know what they're about and don't try to sell an elaborate marketing ploy but instead sell real food. A1A Aleworks is more beer and business plan than anything else.

    (2)

  • Joseph L.

    This place is terrible The chicken quesedilla's are made with ground (pureed) chicken. It looked like cat food. It was so horrible that we did all we could just to get the awful taste out of our mouths.The cheese soup was okay but not not very warm The lobster bisque that my wife got was just ok seemed a litle bland to me.The lobster tacos were more like lobster "wraps." The little bit of lobster that was discovered inside was extremely mushy. Definitely not fresh. The only reason that it deserves 1 star is... Good beer. This is a bar. MAKE NO MISTAKE!. FOOD IS not tops on the agenda . If you want to go out drinking and then want a bit to munch on, this is a good place for you. If you are seeking a place for good food, you will be severely disappointed. This is not a place for sober people. Even the menus we got were nasty -- covered with food stains

    (1)

  • David F.

    They brew their own beers and have an impressive wine & drink list. 15 appetizers to choose from, 8 salads, a couple of soups, and a seafood inspired menu that is wonderful. 6 desserts, too. I have been here twice and been impressed both times. The Ale and Cheese Soup is good.

    (4)

  • Andrea H.

    Great spot for lunch...delicious salads, fresh fish and great location with views looking twds the Lions Gate Bridge on the bay. If you are in the area and are hungry, they have a nice variety on their menu. Stop in and try it out.

    (4)

  • Kim W.

    I have been here numerous times, over the years. A fantastic, casual place to eat and drink in St. Augustine. I have never had anything bad here. The food is always top notch. You especially need to try the cheese soup. It is heavenly. My daughter and I stopped in, the last time we were in St. Augustine, just for the cheese soup.

    (5)

  • John C.

    Great place and location in St. Augustine. The jambalaya was very good. Blackened Mahi sandwich was spicy and we swapped black beans and rice for the fries. My daughter had the salmon Cesar which was excellent. This is our third time here and it is constantly great quality food and service.

    (4)

  • Jesse C.

    Can't say enough good things about A1A Aleworks. They have a great beer list with beers they brew themselves. The Lighthouse Lager is great but my favorite is the A. Strange Stout, so good. Beer aside, the food is really good too. I've had their wings and one of the salads. both were exceptional. The only thing that is bad is they often close around 11PM since they are technically a restaurant. Don't expect a late night stop here. Great location in downtown St. Augustine!

    (4)

  • Stacey S.

    I really wanted to love this place. What a cool location with a great view. The beer is great and that is the only reason for the third star. The service left something to be desired. Throughout our meal, my husband and I wondered several times if we had been forgotten. Empty drinks, no water, no bread. And even after promises of bringing things, they came very slowly. The food is alright. You will leave here thinking, that dish was good but it could have been great if... Then you will see your bill and wish you had spent the money somewhere more worth the cost. Go have a beer here, but eat somewhere else. If you read this and go anyway, I'm betting you will agree with me.

    (3)

  • Sundi P.

    A friend of ours recommended this place and it is very cool as it is right across from the Bridge of Lions so it is a nice view if you get right next to the window. We ordered portabello sandwiches which were good, but we're not beer drinkers so I think if you liked beer, you might like this place more.

    (3)

  • Mandie W.

    Eating here was a must on my trip to St. Augustine. Amazing location with a great view! The food was pretty good on our visit. Cheese stuffed meatballs had a wonderful oak flavor. The lobster bisque was delicious and perfect for the cold rainy weather outside. We will defiantly go back on our next trip!

    (5)

  • Jessica I.

    Tasty beers and a friendly setting in the heart of the tourist district. The beer is solid, and there actually seemed to be local regulars there, which was a nice surprise. I did not eat here, but the menu looked like typical safe bar food geared toward the masses.

    (3)

  • Trevor S.

    I spent 3 days in St. Augustine and I ate here twice. The smoked salmon fish and chips were out of this world. The seared ahi was off the chain. The beer is great, too. Make sure you stop in. Fantastic stuff across the board.

    (5)

  • DonPaul N.

    The A1A brewery is a landmark in downtown St. Augustine. If you like: -Craft Beer -Creatively prepared local cusine -Sitting outside on the second floor balcony while enjoying the above two ...then you might like the A1A. Favorite Dish: We started with a sampler of the brewery's beers (they brew their own, and only sell their own, so don't ask for a Budweiser, philistine). I settled on the stout with it's complex balance of I-don't-know-what flavors. Let just say it was freakin' awesome. They have daily specials, so I ordered one which was a sesame marinaded Mahi-Mahi with white rice and grilled peppers. F-A, yet again. My girlfriend ordered salmon with Jamaican Jerk seasoning. My friend, had smoked salmon fish & chips (the salmon was smoked in-house). they were both happy with their orders, Even if you don't eat there (and there are plenty of other places to try) I at least recommend stopping in to try the brews.

    (4)

  • Peter Y.

    I am extremely biased about A1A. We've been coming here for 20 some years. The food is always above average, the beer is always better than next door (however you define that) the the view of the old Lion's Bridge is always amazing. We never miss this place. We have never been disappointed. The staff has always been over friendly the food spot on. Like I said. I'm biased. We love this place.

    (5)

  • Jennifer W.

    This place was fun! They don't take reservations but we told them we'd be coming in at a specific time with a table for 10-11. They gave us a table for 8 which was really hard to squeeze 3 more people in. The table was not set with any flatware of napkins. Even after our food arrived, we had been given 1 utensil with our plate but we needed more, like a fork, knife and napkin. The waitress seemed preoccupied and did not provide enough service. Assumed & gave us a refill rather than a change of drink. I was not that impressed with the Root Beer, would have asked for a Pepsi or Coke 2nd time around. I like fresh good Root Beer, this seemed bland, watered down and not sweet. Know when you get a drink fresh and it feels like its been sitting in that glass and they simply poured more ice on top to double it? Not sure if you should drink fast before it gets worse or just deal with it, its only a drink. And who do you ask for a new drink, do we have wait staff? The food was okay. I had the Cheese Soup, asked for Bread but she never brought me any. My sister had ordered a cup of cheese soup. Waitress asked her do you want a salad or side with that, she said yes, a salad. Next I ordered but had not heard my sister order and said the same size cup of soup. Then asked, is there a salad that comes with it? I guess not so then ordered a side salad. It was wierd because when she brought both of our orders, they were essentially the same but mine cost more because I did not know it was a soup and salad option like she asked my sister if she wanted. The Stars here are for the Good Company at my table in a Pretty City. The soup was pretty good but with all the mistakes it was pretty disapointing. Very nice location, but need to park and walk several blocks. They need to work on there issues this day. I am sure the party who paid the tab tipped this girl too much.

    (3)

  • David C.

    Great in-house micro brews. Food was great. Wait staff was very helpful and attentive. I would come back many times!!

    (4)

  • Ayanna B.

    I guess this is supposed to be a staple of downtown, but I can't find many reasons to motivate visiting there. The beer selection is not that exciting. And the ones that my friends really do like, are never in stock. The mixed drinks are not that special either. And I always find myself "settling" on a meal. It's odd, for such a great location and it's seeming popularity, it's really not that hot. If you're even mildly vegetarian, forget it. There is nothing here for you. I had one bad experience with staff (who told us she had a stomach flu after serving all our food!!!), but I don't fault the entire place of it. Don't feel bad if you have to wait long for a table. Go around to corner to JP Henley's. By far a better choice.

    (2)

  • Erika L.

    Food and service were very good. We ordered the fish tacos, the sauce was light, but tasted good. Also ordered the chicken wrap and a pour of their Summer Wheat.

    (4)

  • Paul R.

    really liked this place. stopped in for lunch, started with a beer, which they do a good job brewing. the food was very very good, and the bartender did a remarkable job waiting on the bar and all the tables on the first floor by himself. glad we wer not in a hurry

    (4)

  • Bill G.

    Here on a Saturday night. Very, very old crowd. Random happening: I found a condom in my booth... I am sure it is an isolated event.

    (2)

  • Mario P.

    ale & cheese soup plus the steak burger....i have to have it when ever im in town! I love the menu overall but they also always have really cute hostess girls :D nice fast service and always a nice atmosphere with a beautiful view on the riverside of the restaurant, upstairs part.

    (5)

  • Peter M.

    This restaurant is all about location, location, location and the food and beers aren't bad either. As others have mentioned grab a table out on the porch and a cold drink and watch the world go by. I had the jerk shrimp pasta dish and it was much better than I had expected, just be careful if you are going to breath on anyone after because it is filled with yummy garlic. I also tried the light ale and it was a perfect match to the hot day.

    (4)

  • Annette G.

    I had my hopes up for this one, but left a little disappointed. The beer was good, I got the sampler and ended up ordering a pint of the pale ale. it was moderately hoppy with a citrusy finish that I found perfect for the evening. The cream stout was good, more Murphys than Boddingtons, but not bad. The atmosphere was fun, we ate in the bar downstairs (bathrooms and main dining is up), the waitress was pleasant and on top of things. The food is what was lacking for me. Lots of options, but fairly basic fare for the price. I split the boniachos, which were pretty good (but isn't it kind of hard to mess up nachos? (Especially when you're drinking beer?)) The ale cheese soup was just OK, I didn't have any barley in mine, but maybe it's all blended in? The side mixed greens salad tasted wrong... not sure if it was the blue cheese or something up with one of the veggies, but after a few bites, I didn't touch it. My BF enjoyed his grilled chicken salad, so all was not lost. I'd say, go for beer and apps and you'll leave happy.

    (3)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :11:00 am - 11

Specialities

  • Takes Reservations : Yes
    Delivery : No
    Take-out : Yes
    Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
    Good For : Lunch
    Parking : Street
    Bike Parking : Yes
    Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
    Good for Kids : Yes
    Good for Groups : Yes
    Attire : Casual
    Ambience : Casual
    Noise Level : Average
    Music : Background
    Good For Dancing : No
    Alcohol : Full Bar
    Happy Hour : Yes
    Best Nights : Thu, Fri, Sat
    Coat Check : No
    Smoking : Outdoor Area/ Patio Only
    Outdoor Seating : Yes
    Wi-Fi : No
    Has TV : Yes
    Waiter Service : Yes
    Caters : No

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