⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Forbidden Tonic – St. Augustine 100 out of 10. Absolute perfection. If you're anywhere near St. Augustine—especially during the holidays—you need to add Forbidden Tonic to your list. This place doesn't just serve food and drinks... it delivers a full-blown experience wrapped in Christmas magic and exceptional service. From the moment I arrived, the staff went above and beyond—they even corrected a reservation error I made without hesitation (and when I say it's the holiday season and it is extremely busy) , no “well actually”... just warm, friendly, “we've got you” energy. They were incredibly accommodating, and it immediately set the tone for a great night! But the real MVP of the evening? My waitress, Tatum. Tatum wasn't just good—she was phenomenal!! She guided me through the drink menu like a holiday beverage fairy godmother, recommending the most perfect options. She even brought out the cutest Christmas cup because she clearly understood the assignment: it's the holiday season, and I'm here for the aesthetic. When it came to dessert, she made a suggestion I never would've chosen on my own—and it ended up being spot-on perfection. Her attention to detail, her kindness, her ability to read exactly what a guest needs... she absolutely made the experience. The atmosphere, the service, the festive touches—everything about Forbidden Tonic is next-level. It genuinely rings in the Christmas season in the most charming way.
Steve
Love the holiday theme this year! Great food and service as always. Always love bringing our out of town guests here
Fabio
Great service and great food! The FT burger is amazing, one of the best burgers I had in my life!
Craig
The restaurant is beautifully decorated for the holidays. It was nice to be able to make a reservation and not have to wait in a line. Service and food were top notch as usual. The holiday drink menu was a pleasant surprise. We had a great evening with my brother-in-law and sister-in-law for their birthdays.
Glen
Dinner for three was extremely enjoyable in this well appointed restaurant in St. Augustine's historic district. The ambience was terrific and x-mas stocking hats were provided for each of us. The shrimp & grits dish was outstanding, and the other two entrees were good. The cocktails are pricey. Service was very good and staff were very friendly. Definitely recommend this place for a fun evening out.
Kelsey
Forgotten Tonic was such a great spot to eat before seeing the lights in St. Augustine. The themed drinks were delicious, all of the appetizers we had (Cajun egg rolls, arancini, and patatas bravas) were sublime. We loved the bonus holiday themed item for making a reservation! We look forward to dining again soon!
Jim
The decor and ambiance was outstanding, but the service was really slow and the food quality was of average quality for being so expensive.
Kim
Was somewhat disappointing. Menu was small. Food was ok. Nothing exceptional. It was super cold so wear something warm. Service was average; nothing exceptional. Probably wouldn't go back.
Aaron
Forgotten Tonic was very well decorated in a Halloween theme. Our server was nice and attentive. The food and drinks were unique but expensive. It was a fun one-time experience, but I don't think we'll be going back.
kate
Ordered so many things because we couldn't decide but everything was phenomenal! LOVE the staff, LOVE, the food, LOVE the ambiance. Will be back soon!!
Forgotten Tonic is our favorite place in town. It's our go to place that never disappoints. We had an amazing anniversary dinner with delicious food and great cocktails. Our server Phoebe was phenomenal and personable. We loved the Black Lagoon pop up too!
Kamli
My favorite restaurant in town! Best food, drinks and overall vibe. The hostess and wait staff are always so accommodating. Forgotten Tonic will continue to be my go-to spot. Love it there!
Kelly
I have chosen not to go into details; however, I will never return. Management was involved and attempted to resolve however it was unfixable.
Opentable Diner
I'm so grateful to Forgotten Tonic for offering creative plant-based dishes alongside excellent options for omnivores like my husband. It's so rare for me to find a restaurant where I have more than one truly plant-based option to choose from—and every bite was delicious! We celebrated our 24th anniversary here and had a fantastic experience. We'll definitely be back!
Maria
Our food was magnificent. The service was great and I really enjoyed the atmosphere. We had the Montenegro meatballs as an appetizer. I highly recommend them. And when my pasta special arrived, my first thought was "Wow, that's a small portion", but I was so wrong. The dish was incredibly flavorful and filling. I couldn't even fathom having another drink or dessert. Best meal we've had in a long while.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Forbidden Tonic – St. Augustine 100 out of 10. Absolute perfection. If you're anywhere near St. Augustine—especially during the holidays—you need to add Forbidden Tonic to your list. This place doesn't just serve food and drinks... it delivers a full-blown experience wrapped in Christmas magic and exceptional service. From the moment I arrived, the staff went above and beyond—they even corrected a reservation error I made without hesitation (and when I say it's the holiday season and it is extremely busy) , no “well actually”... just warm, friendly, “we've got you” energy. They were incredibly accommodating, and it immediately set the tone for a great night! But the real MVP of the evening? My waitress, Tatum. Tatum wasn't just good—she was phenomenal!! She guided me through the drink menu like a holiday beverage fairy godmother, recommending the most perfect options. She even brought out the cutest Christmas cup because she clearly understood the assignment: it's the holiday season, and I'm here for the aesthetic. When it came to dessert, she made a suggestion I never would've chosen on my own—and it ended up being spot-on perfection. Her attention to detail, her kindness, her ability to read exactly what a guest needs... she absolutely made the experience. The atmosphere, the service, the festive touches—everything about Forbidden Tonic is next-level. It genuinely rings in the Christmas season in the most charming way.
Love the holiday theme this year! Great food and service as always. Always love bringing our out of town guests here
Great service and great food! The FT burger is amazing, one of the best burgers I had in my life!
The restaurant is beautifully decorated for the holidays. It was nice to be able to make a reservation and not have to wait in a line. Service and food were top notch as usual. The holiday drink menu was a pleasant surprise. We had a great evening with my brother-in-law and sister-in-law for their birthdays.
Dinner for three was extremely enjoyable in this well appointed restaurant in St. Augustine's historic district. The ambience was terrific and x-mas stocking hats were provided for each of us. The shrimp & grits dish was outstanding, and the other two entrees were good. The cocktails are pricey. Service was very good and staff were very friendly. Definitely recommend this place for a fun evening out.
Forgotten Tonic was such a great spot to eat before seeing the lights in St. Augustine. The themed drinks were delicious, all of the appetizers we had (Cajun egg rolls, arancini, and patatas bravas) were sublime. We loved the bonus holiday themed item for making a reservation! We look forward to dining again soon!
The decor and ambiance was outstanding, but the service was really slow and the food quality was of average quality for being so expensive.
Was somewhat disappointing. Menu was small. Food was ok. Nothing exceptional. It was super cold so wear something warm. Service was average; nothing exceptional. Probably wouldn't go back.
Forgotten Tonic was very well decorated in a Halloween theme. Our server was nice and attentive. The food and drinks were unique but expensive. It was a fun one-time experience, but I don't think we'll be going back.
Ordered so many things because we couldn't decide but everything was phenomenal! LOVE the staff, LOVE, the food, LOVE the ambiance. Will be back soon!!
Restaurantji Recommends
Forgotten Tonic is our favorite place in town. It's our go to place that never disappoints. We had an amazing anniversary dinner with delicious food and great cocktails. Our server Phoebe was phenomenal and personable. We loved the Black Lagoon pop up too!
My favorite restaurant in town! Best food, drinks and overall vibe. The hostess and wait staff are always so accommodating. Forgotten Tonic will continue to be my go-to spot. Love it there!
I have chosen not to go into details; however, I will never return. Management was involved and attempted to resolve however it was unfixable.
I'm so grateful to Forgotten Tonic for offering creative plant-based dishes alongside excellent options for omnivores like my husband. It's so rare for me to find a restaurant where I have more than one truly plant-based option to choose from—and every bite was delicious! We celebrated our 24th anniversary here and had a fantastic experience. We'll definitely be back!
Our food was magnificent. The service was great and I really enjoyed the atmosphere. We had the Montenegro meatballs as an appetizer. I highly recommend them. And when my pasta special arrived, my first thought was "Wow, that's a small portion", but I was so wrong. The dish was incredibly flavorful and filling. I couldn't even fathom having another drink or dessert. Best meal we've had in a long while.
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