Amazing food and service! We had the Hokkaido scallops, a5 wagyu tartar, tuna sashimi, and lobster noodle. The scallops were fresh, sweet, and was paired with a phenomenal dashi sauce. Wagyu tartar was good as well, the twist of a cured egg yolk is cool but reduces the richness without adding much flavor. Tuna sashimi is also paired with a light refreshing tomato ponzu sauce, although the fish itself is just standard. Lobster noodles is very flavorful, I like the garlicky flavor and the ikura, adds richness to the noodles. It could be paired with some acidity because everything is rich (broth, garlic, ikura), and the tomato ponzu sauce of sashimi does the job perfectly. Also had the strawberry crumbles for dessert, pretty standard but the salted sake vegan ice cream has a great flavor, the texture is icy but still creamy which is interesting. The service is also phenomenal, the chef explains the items so well and our waitress (Savannah) gives us everything we need.
David Braden
It was the best ramen I think I've ever had. The flavors were rich and everything tasted home made like you're getting a home cooked meal. I also really liked the Japanese beer selection that wasn't your usual Asahi or Sapporo you normally see at places like this.
Andres Pazmino
Lotus was an amazing experience. We went down to St. Augustine with my girlfriend and my mom, and we could have not been happier with the food, the level of details and the warmth of the staff. I think besides the great food, the atmosphere is very pleasant to have a good conversation/date night with your significant other. The Hokkaido Scallop dish was absolutely exquisite. Definitely my top pick in St. Augustine to go to for a high-quality meal and great hospitality.
G S
Overall I experienced a very poor perception of the staff. The chef was pleasant, but everyone else had an air of snobbiness and seemed displeased with our presence. Stiff atmosphere. The entire experience felt presumptuous. Decent vegetarian selection. I enjoyed the flavors and appreciated the fresh ingredients; however, I would have liked to see more differentiation in flavor profiles between the dishes. They were all quite similar, and my foodie taste buds wanted more variety. I would consider coming back, but with limited expectations.
william nicklin
Excellent food and service, highly recommend trying if you're in town.
Jason Hoffnagle
Definitely our family fav! The food is incredible, the staff are fantastic and the setting is perfect.
Mich
The truffle ramen is hands down one of the best things I’ve ever tasted. Chef is extremely personable and our waitress was super nice. A wonderful dining experience!
Anthony Bentley
Delicious, reservation recommended.
Alexander Hayes
great service matched with even better food. we've been 3 times now with the menu changing a little each visit with the seasons. never disappoints. cheers to the chef and the kitchen team
Scott Koppel
I’m not a ramen aficionado but this place was phenomenal. We started with an app of pork belly and scallops. The pork belly was decadent and could be a meal by itself. The scallops were fresh and light and just melt in your mouth good. After that my wife and I should have just split one ramen bowl but she got the duck which was more of a ground duck dish. The broth was spicy and had great balance. I had the brisket which had a ton of perfectly cooked brisket and was just way too much to finish. I thought the duck broth was better though. Definitely worth going again
There aren’t a whole lot of words that need to be said about a place like this. From the staff to the food everything far exceeded my already lofty expectations. Thank you!
Keith Giordano
Update 04/2025: A gem in St Augustine, Chef Barry and staff outdid themselves once again, , EVERY course delicious, from apps (steamed buns, pork belly) to mains: lobster mazeman, garlic noodles, even dessert is absolutely wonderful, service unsurpassed! 11/2024: This restaurant is totally Amazing, would give 10 stars! First, the ambiance is perfect, the service is unsurpassed, the selection of Chef Barry's apps, mains and desserts are to die, try anything on the menu and you will not go wrong BUT Listen to MaitreD Lauren's recommendations and you will be leaving and waiting for your next visit!!!
Luis Felipe Corona
One word; impressive…
Alex W
The food was delicious, especially the bonchon. We were sat close to the kitchen and could see how its run. Truly impressive. Savannah was a great server and gave a solid noodle recommendation. 🍜
Catlin Miller
Came all the way from Ft Lauderdale and it was an amazing experience! The food flavors had so much depth and the service was top notch - the chef even came out to say hello multiple times and shaved the truffle for my ramen. As someone who has a gluten allergy and prefers to eat plant based, but is married to a regular dude who eats anything - we both thoroughly enjoyed our meals! Highly recommended if you’re visiting like us or a local who hasn’t tried this yet.
Amazing food and service! We had the Hokkaido scallops, a5 wagyu tartar, tuna sashimi, and lobster noodle. The scallops were fresh, sweet, and was paired with a phenomenal dashi sauce. Wagyu tartar was good as well, the twist of a cured egg yolk is cool but reduces the richness without adding much flavor. Tuna sashimi is also paired with a light refreshing tomato ponzu sauce, although the fish itself is just standard. Lobster noodles is very flavorful, I like the garlicky flavor and the ikura, adds richness to the noodles. It could be paired with some acidity because everything is rich (broth, garlic, ikura), and the tomato ponzu sauce of sashimi does the job perfectly. Also had the strawberry crumbles for dessert, pretty standard but the salted sake vegan ice cream has a great flavor, the texture is icy but still creamy which is interesting. The service is also phenomenal, the chef explains the items so well and our waitress (Savannah) gives us everything we need.
It was the best ramen I think I've ever had. The flavors were rich and everything tasted home made like you're getting a home cooked meal. I also really liked the Japanese beer selection that wasn't your usual Asahi or Sapporo you normally see at places like this.
Lotus was an amazing experience. We went down to St. Augustine with my girlfriend and my mom, and we could have not been happier with the food, the level of details and the warmth of the staff. I think besides the great food, the atmosphere is very pleasant to have a good conversation/date night with your significant other. The Hokkaido Scallop dish was absolutely exquisite.
Definitely my top pick in St. Augustine to go to for a high-quality meal and great hospitality.
Overall I experienced a very poor perception of the staff. The chef was pleasant, but everyone else had an air of snobbiness and seemed displeased with our presence. Stiff atmosphere. The entire experience felt presumptuous. Decent vegetarian selection. I enjoyed the flavors and appreciated the fresh ingredients; however, I would have liked to see more differentiation in flavor profiles between the dishes. They were all quite similar, and my foodie taste buds wanted more variety. I would consider coming back, but with limited expectations.
Excellent food and service, highly recommend trying if you're in town.
Definitely our family fav! The food is incredible, the staff are fantastic and the setting is perfect.
The truffle ramen is hands down one of the best things I’ve ever tasted. Chef is extremely personable and our waitress was super nice. A wonderful dining experience!
Delicious, reservation recommended.
great service matched with even better food. we've been 3 times now with the menu changing a little each visit with the seasons. never disappoints. cheers to the chef and the kitchen team
I’m not a ramen aficionado but this place was phenomenal. We started with an app of pork belly and scallops. The pork belly was decadent and could be a meal by itself. The scallops were fresh and light and just melt in your mouth good.
After that my wife and I should have just split one ramen bowl but she got the duck which was more of a ground duck dish. The broth was spicy and had great balance. I had the brisket which had a ton of perfectly cooked brisket and was just way too much to finish. I thought the duck broth was better though.
Definitely worth going again
Restaurantji Recommends
There aren’t a whole lot of words that need to be said about a place like this. From the staff to the food everything far exceeded my already lofty expectations. Thank you!
Update 04/2025: A gem in St Augustine, Chef Barry and staff outdid themselves once again, , EVERY course delicious, from apps (steamed buns, pork belly) to mains: lobster mazeman, garlic noodles, even dessert is absolutely wonderful, service unsurpassed! 11/2024: This restaurant is totally Amazing, would give 10 stars! First, the ambiance is perfect, the service is unsurpassed, the selection of Chef Barry's apps, mains and desserts are to die, try anything on the menu and you will not go wrong BUT Listen to MaitreD Lauren's recommendations and you will be leaving and waiting for your next visit!!!
One word; impressive…
The food was delicious, especially the bonchon. We were sat close to the kitchen and could see how its run. Truly impressive. Savannah was a great server and gave a solid noodle recommendation. 🍜
Came all the way from Ft Lauderdale and it was an amazing experience! The food flavors had so much depth and the service was top notch - the chef even came out to say hello multiple times and shaved the truffle for my ramen. As someone who has a gluten allergy and prefers to eat plant based, but is married to a regular dude who eats anything - we both thoroughly enjoyed our meals! Highly recommended if you’re visiting like us or a local who hasn’t tried this yet.
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