O C White's Seafood & Spirits

Stopped by today 2/14/2025 and sat at the bar for an adult beverage and dessert:) It was a different kind of experience sitting there (usually at a table eating!). Well let me tell you the 2 bartenders Taylor & Lena were the best!! So fun watching them being “mixologists”….so good!! They were so sweet too! And of course our drinks were sooo good, “a chocolate covered kiss and simple beer for the hubby!”. But to top it off Eddie, the chef came out and delivered a special dessert to me. So yummy and he is soooooo nice. OC White’s are so fortunate to have these 3 as part of their staff and many others. And let me mention their food is the best!! Thanks for topping off our Valentine’s Day!!! Jacqueline & Bob Scheidler ♥️

We really wanted to like this place. It was sad that the food just was not up to par. It was a bit of a walk from the San Marcos fort because we were already up that way and it would have taken way too long to wait for a trolley to go all the way back around the city. So we walked less than a half mile down and we're seated promptly. The patio is nice and it is covered with a pergola with a lot of Vines over it. So there is a good amount of shade. Though a few tables were in the Sun. Not all the tables had chairs. Some had bunches so for people who might suffer from ailments you might want them to change out the table seating for you. We did not sit inside so I really can't comment on that.
Our server was pleasant but there were a few missed cues. The food came out in a timely manner. Though condiments were offered and ketchup was requested. It never showed up. Not a huge deal.
However, the three people in our party that ordered fish dishes all got the wrong type of fish. All three ordered flounder and founder is very distinctive from mahi and all three received mahi.
That wouldn't have been so bad but the texture of Frozen mahi is not the same as fresh mahi. Not sure how they can claim it as the catch of the Day when it didn't seem like it was a fresh catch. If it was it was a poor grade of mahi or improperly cooked.
The fish was dry regardless. The waiter was informed that they had requested flounder but got mahi and he indicated that they ordered founder which we knew. We were disputing the fact that we did not get what we ordered. No attempt or suggestion or offerings were made to correct anything or even to give a discount or have a manager visit. Yes, we could have taken it a step further and demanded some sort of resolution. But we just wanted to enjoy our meal get out and get on with our tours. We felt something in the manner of an apology or something would have been in order. My husband definitely knows his fish and he definitely did not get flounder. Our other two guests agreed. Plus you can physically see that mahi has a darker area in it known as a blood line, for those of you who do not know fish, and this fish definitely had a bloodline which meant it was the mahi and not flounder.

Since I don't eat fish, I ordered from the right side of the menu which were entrees and there was no time frame indicated on the entrees. But apparently you cannot order entrees at lunch time. The only time that was specified was when you could order the lunch. It did not say that dinners were only available after 4:00. They need to adjust their menu to indicate time frames for each part of the day of which meal you can order or separate their menus and only give out a lunch menu or only a dinner menu. Therefore, I had to choose a standard lunch item which was fine. So I ordered the blackened grilled chicken sandwich and the filet was butterflied in half so it was relatively thin and it was overcooked so it also is dry. No condiment accompanies this such as mayonnaise which is common with blackened chicken. So the whole sandwich was pretty dry. The fries were decent. It came with lettuce and tomato which was fine and one half of one single thin ring of an onion.

Maybe we were there on an off day and you'll have better luck, but there are so many good restaurants to eat in the downtown St. Augustine historic area that I myself or my guess would not waste my time going here again.

Parking: There is very limited paid street parking. If there's a way possible I recommend walking or if you're on one of the tours to get dropped off at the stop nearest the restaurant.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 1

Service: 1

Sassy waiter, good food, beautiful weather, wonderful company. Oh, they have their own parking lot. That's important in St. Augustine.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Seafood

Delicious! Wonderful service. The seafood platter was great and a LOT of food for 30 dollars. The patio is dog friendly and had live music. Will definitely come back next time I’m in town.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The best Calamari I've ever had

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Seafood, Fish And, Soup

This place has all the vibes you’re looking for! Food was amazing— very glad we drove by and decided to stop! SO great

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Live music on Saturday night. The food and drinks were both really good!

The service was excellent. Thank you Lisa!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Food was excellent service was good view from the top balcony was great we had the blackened chicken sandwich and the shrimp laguinie they do have veterans discount

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Atmosphere and service were excellent, food left us wanting more. Mahi was tough and the prime rib was lacking. Defineatly disappointed considering the location and the hype.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Steamed Shrimp, Seafood, Seafood Combo, Steak

Went on a date night here with my fiancé last night, we had such a great time. We sat outside on the patio and the atmosphere was so romantic and relaxing. I think our servers name was John but he was great as well - attentive and welcoming. We had the crab and spinach dip for an app and it was delicious! The live acoustic music and ambient lighting made such a wonderful date night for us. We already can't wait to come back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Seafood

Food was delicious. Crab cakes and seafood sampler were flavorful and generous in quantity. Service was friendly and prompt. We had a great time.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great favorite place. Great food and drinks.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Been here 2 times now. Once for lunch and second for evening!

The food is fresh and great!

The service is also amazing! The servers truly make sure you’re satisfied!

Hanna, was so kind and lovely and we will request her every time we come!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Seafood

This place was WONDERFUL! The food was amazingly delicious. We stayed with the cream & spinach dip and it was dangerously delicious! I mean, really REALLY good. We then split an order of coconut shrimp. It's a simple dish but done very well. We went on a Saturday evening and sat outside so we could enjoy the live music. The atmosphere was perfect. Our waitress' name was Hannah and she was friendly, knowledgeable, quick, and personality plus! There is a parking lot available for patrons. On top of all this, we felt that their prices were extremely reasonable. I would go back here again and again!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Coconut Shrimp, The Crab Dip

Great, Attention by our server, “The Irish Girl-Bridgid”; She managed our special food conditions needs as we received accommodations, moved us to a more comfortable table and received suggestions from her and the chef. We had a great experience, as first timers, on a very Busy evening…Will be back, Thank You.

Dietary restrictions: Alergies…

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Steamed Shrimp, Golden Fried Shrimp, Shrimp N' Grits, Seafood, Bronzed Salmon, Fried Shrimp, Seafood Combo