Known for his high-quality restaurants in Denver, Colorado, Chef-Owner Simone Parisi, a native of Florence, Italy, is loving life by the sea, and Terra & Acqua's menu reflects that passion. Featuring authentic modern Italian cuisine, Terra & Acqua brings the treasured flavors of Tuscany to beautiful Saint Augustine Beach.
TERRA & ACQUA
134 Sea Grove Main Street, St. Augustine Beach, FL 32080 | 904-429-9647 www.terraacquarestaurant.com
If you're in the market for a new Sunday brunch option -- or an interesting mid-week business lunch -- we'd suggest you take a scenic drive down A1A to Palm Coast and perch yourself on the veranda at the Green Lion Cafe. Delicious eats, tasty drinks and plenty of outdoor seating await.
THE GREEN LION CAFE
20 Palm Harbor Drive, Palm Coast, FL 32127 | (386) 986-2584 www.greenlioncafe.com
This eatery is a must-visit Florida classic, perched in a quintessential beach town. Their dining area boasts roughly 17,000 square feet with loads of outdoor dining space divided between two levels and including rooftop dining with an ocean view. Delicious fare, tasty drinks and lively entertainment are par for the course at The Golden Lion. Their signature seafood tower, fresh crab and oysters from the raw bar should not be missed.
This neighborhood microbrewery in the heart of San Marco offers local and handcrafted beers, daily food truck fare, and multiple events throughout the week.
Coop 303 serves modern, Southern cuisine and an array of creative cocktails with genuine hospitality. It's food and service from the heart -- just like you'd expect in the South. Fried Chicken, indeed. Bourbon whiskey, guaranteed! Two beautifully designed floors of dining with three unique rooms plus relaxing outdoor patios set the stage for a casual meal with elevated eats.
The Island Grille is an upbeat, classy dining experience with a stellar ocean view and a diverse menu of quality house made foods at affordable prices.
When inland temperatures heat up, there's no better place to roam than down the coast to Flagler Beach. Break Awayz' casual, beachy vibe and impressive list of libations provides a perfect pause during a day of rest and relaxation.
The Bearded Pig is a Southern BBQ Joint and Beer Garden located on the Southbank of the St. Johns River in the San Marco neighborhood of Jacksonville. Their space is clean, modern and tastefully casual. Walk-up service, comfort food with honest ingredients and local craft beer taps make it equally perfect for a casual business lunch or a family-friendly dinner. The Bearded Pig takes pride in the cooking traditions of the South and they make the best BBQ, period.
Named in honor of the talented and troubled author Edgar Allan Poe, Poe's Tavern is an American gastropub offering 50+ beers with an emphasis on craft, high gravity and local/regional selections. Poe's is best known for its gourmet hamburgers - ground in-house and cooked to order - and its hand-cut french fries. Other popular items include fish tacos, quesadillas, entree-size salads, Edgar's Drunken Chili and the daily Market Fish and Burger specials.