Good food, seating was awkward as we were seated next to a table that sat higher than us, but close enough to touch. Having people that close looking down makes it awkward, but we enjoyed it all the same.Parking: Parking is limited, so plan early or plan ahead
I came in very late, close to closing which I hate doing. I was greeted with a smile and was asked if I would mind sitting at the bar which I was happy to do. Service was impeccable, food was fresh and delicious and overall experience was phenomenal. I was not made to feel rushed and was treated kindly. I was starving from driving all day, fresh seafood was what I needed!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood
Denise Love
Beautiful views but it took over two hours to get our meals. The waiter kept saying the kitchen was really backed up. The food was good but we will not be returning.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 1
D Goldberg
5 adults and 3 kids. Total miss. They warned us that the kitchen was backed up “a little.” Was actually a lot more than a little. Almost 2 hours to get food and then it was inedible. Over salted and over cooked. Manager is clueless. Waiter was professional and felt terrible. Told us they had an event and the kitchen was full of rookies. It was clear. I stayed back and spoke to mngr who never made it to our table, to explain the the food was terrible. He offered an apology. Should have taken half off the $300 bill. Then I would return. Now….. no way. Don’t go there folks. Things go wrong at times. Everyone gets that. Then make it right. Not worth the money and the management is clueless.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Ralph Davies
We waited a real long time for our main dish. Everything else was very good.
Great spot. Foods good, wont rock your wold but its priced fair for being on the beach and its certainly fresh. The chowder was phenomenal though. Really no complaints. I see some low reviews, id you come to st Augustine and eat on the beach to order chicken waffles. Thats your fault.Seafood chowderMahi tacosChampagne
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood
Kimberly Critchlow
Been there. Incredible. Coconut shrimp. Unbelievable. Best of times with MRP. ❤️❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jazzlyn K.
I was really excited to visit this place and even made reservations but when I got there, the service was HORRIBLE!That waiter in the photograph was so rude and not helpful and just gave the energy that he did not want to help us at all. We planned on staying to order dinner but decided on appetizers only because of how long it took for us to get service.Such a cute spot and such a shame that his experience that I was so excited about ended horribly. Go at your own risk.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Fried Calamari, Seafood
Fred Roth
Great place on the beach. Good selection on the menu not over priced.
Atmosphere is great. Food choices were small and not much for non-seafood appetite.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
Jeff Pinar
Love The Reef! It’s on the only ocean view restaurant on the magnificent Vilano Beach. I always sit outside with the ocean view to accent my meal. I usually eat here monthly, today for lunch we enjoyed a pretzel crusted fried chicken salad and their hamburger, then a romantic stroll on the beach. Fantastic as always. Pelicans regularly offer a fly over to add to the enchantment. All seafood offerings are top shelf!Parking: Free parking!
Good food, seating was awkward as we were seated next to a table that sat higher than us, but close enough to touch. Having people that close looking down makes it awkward, but we enjoyed it all the same.Parking: Parking is limited, so plan early or plan ahead
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Saffron Mussels, Seafood Pasta, Salad, Seafood
I came in very late, close to closing which I hate doing. I was greeted with a smile and was asked if I would mind sitting at the bar which I was happy to do. Service was impeccable, food was fresh and delicious and overall experience was phenomenal. I was not made to feel rushed and was treated kindly. I was starving from driving all day, fresh seafood was what I needed!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood
Beautiful views but it took over two hours to get our meals. The waiter kept saying the kitchen was really backed up. The food was good but we will not be returning.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 1
5 adults and 3 kids. Total miss. They warned us that the kitchen was backed up “a little.” Was actually a lot more than a little. Almost 2 hours to get food and then it was inedible. Over salted and over cooked. Manager is clueless. Waiter was professional and felt terrible. Told us they had an event and the kitchen was full of rookies. It was clear. I stayed back and spoke to mngr who never made it to our table, to explain the the food was terrible. He offered an apology. Should have taken half off the $300 bill. Then I would return. Now….. no way. Don’t go there folks. Things go wrong at times. Everyone gets that. Then make it right. Not worth the money and the management is clueless.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
We waited a real long time for our main dish. Everything else was very good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Salad, Fried Calamari, Seafood
Great spot. Foods good, wont rock your wold but its priced fair for being on the beach and its certainly fresh. The chowder was phenomenal though. Really no complaints. I see some low reviews, id you come to st Augustine and eat on the beach to order chicken waffles. Thats your fault.Seafood chowderMahi tacosChampagne
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood
Been there. Incredible. Coconut shrimp. Unbelievable. Best of times with MRP. ❤️❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I was really excited to visit this place and even made reservations but when I got there, the service was HORRIBLE!That waiter in the photograph was so rude and not helpful and just gave the energy that he did not want to help us at all. We planned on staying to order dinner but decided on appetizers only because of how long it took for us to get service.Such a cute spot and such a shame that his experience that I was so excited about ended horribly. Go at your own risk.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Fried Calamari, Seafood
Great place on the beach. Good selection on the menu not over priced.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great place to eat.... if you can afford it lol
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak
Restaurantji Recommends
Great atmosphere right on the Atlantic Ocean, good food at a fair price and the wait staff are attentive ….. will visit again.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Salted Caramel Cheesecake, Seafood
Atmosphere is great. Food choices were small and not much for non-seafood appetite.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
Love The Reef! It’s on the only ocean view restaurant on the magnificent Vilano Beach. I always sit outside with the ocean view to accent my meal. I usually eat here monthly, today for lunch we enjoyed a pretzel crusted fried chicken salad and their hamburger, then a romantic stroll on the beach. Fantastic as always. Pelicans regularly offer a fly over to add to the enchantment. All seafood offerings are top shelf!Parking: Free parking!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Seafood Trio, Salad, Lobster, Fried Shrimp, Seafood
Tranquil meditative spot , ocean front . Will return with family & friendsVegetarian options: Salads & specialsParking: Parking lot adjacent to A1A
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood
Had the jambalaya, really good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood