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Serves meat, vegan options available. A synthesis of down home Southern comfort foods and lighter, healthier dishes, with some vegetarian choices. Focus on local and sustainable food sources. Tempeh can be substituted for meat in some dishes. In 2015 relocated from 39 Cordova St. Open Mon 11:00am-9:00pm, Wed-Thu 11:00am-9:00pm, Fri-Sat 11:00am-10:00pm, Sun 11:00am-9:00pm.
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72 Spanish St, St Augustine, Florida, USA, 32084
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- Outdoor seating
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Added by Jo-Anne on 02 Jan 2011
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115 Reviews
First Review by soopernish
NatashaJason
Points +207
Yummy food & great experience - Edit
Didn’t hold too much expectation for this place but they definitely surpassed my thoughts. I even had a vegan cake to finish our meal and it was that delicious that I forgot to take a pic before I devoured it!
Read morePros: A few options and staff happy to explain , $$ not too bad on price
Cons: Would love more vegan dessert options
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TheNightAnn
Points +640
A must go. - Edit
I love this place and try to go here every time I come to St. Augustine. There’s plenty of options and the staff knows their stuff.
Read moreI’m obsessed with the fried green tomatoes sammich with out the none veg jam.
Pros: Delicious food , Atmosphere is great , Knowledgeable
Cons: Wait times can be high during peak season/hours
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MayaAcosta
Points +1033
Beautiful environment - Edit
I looked forward to going to this restaurant after seeing the reviews on HappyCow. My husband and I were very happy with our dishes. Loved the courtyard outdoors and the restaurant inside. I recommend making reservations because they stay very busy.
Read morePros: Beautiful place , Tasty choices
Cons: Very busy , Long wait
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EricGoldstein
Points +13
DO NOT GO HERE - Edit
My family of 8 came here on Memorial Day expecting to eat good food per reviews. We were told they were out of shrimp so that cut off a quarter of the menu. Then the waitress recommended the spicy melt with the catch of the day and we were in for a rude awakening. They served us a little 2oz piece of fish that fit only on Half of the hoggie. We had 7 of these sandwiches so we were extremely disappointed. Not only the shorted portions, but the servers and manager were rude to my entire family. I would not recommend never going to this restaurant.
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leisureloo
Points +34
Very knowledgeable about vegan and veg options. Food was 5 star! - Edit
Fab cocktails and amazing food. This is a foodie place catering to all tastes but they know their stuff about veg and vegan options. The tempeh rocked.
Read morePros: Vegan options like rosemary Dijon dressing A+
Cons: Moderately pricey but worth it!
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rayk
Points +18
Great vegetable stew - Edit
One vegan with a group of non-vegans. The vegan vegetable stew (5*) has a tasty dark broth (good for dipping bread) with base of roasted tomatoes & garbanzo beans with additional vegs (carrots, onions, etc). Delicious FGT BLT per non-vegan. Multiple deserts (skipped by me) including vegan were great per others.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options., Substitute tempeh or tofu for most (all?) meat, Helpful staff. Eat outside if desired.
Cons: Not enough shrimp In poor boy for non-vegans. , Poor boy bread not toasted with butter for non-ve
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GloriaParkerKersh
Points +18
Lunch at The Floridian - Edit
We went there for the 1st time on Thursday for lunch. I had the Elkhorn Salad and Grains. It was delicious. It came with blackened tempeh that I can't wait to attempt to duplicate. My husband had the Winter Salad and loved it. They were super nice in regards to leaving off cheese, so that the dish was 100% vegan! We will definitely go back the next we are in St. Augustine!
Read morePros: Several dishes that were super easy to make vegan, The staff knew their stuff.
Cons: You have to pay to park., A little on the prices side.
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CassieCain
Points +24
Fresca burrito with blackened tofu is amazing - Edit
Yummy all around!! The burrito was hands down one of the best meals I have had in a while. After mentioning I was vegan the waitress let me know if a special vegan sauce they had available that made the burrito delish!! The house vinaigrette is also vegan and so yummy!!!
Read morePros: Very vegan friendly, Wonderful educated staff
Cons: Have to ask about vegan options not listed
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Veggiesaurus_Jen
Points +381
Few options without soy - Edit
Not a lot of vegan options other than tofu and tempeh, but they will work with you to create something. Decent flavors, but not going to stop people in the street to tell them how great it was.
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VegInspired
Points +58
Amazing! - Edit
The Floridian had it all- ambiance, flavor, fun cocktails. I enjoyed the Vegan Version of the Tuna Nicoise. It was fantastic. Full of flavor, I really wanted to lick the plate! 😋 Only bummer, there was no price drop for subbing tofu.
Read morePros: Vegan options, Knowledgeable staff
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Vivala12009
Points +20
Yum 😭 - Edit
A really nice atmosphere with tons of locally sourced ingredients!! Lots of options for gluten free and vegan and very accommodating. I will most definitely be back. I had the Yuna Niscoise and switched it out for tofu and it was one of the best vegan dishes I've had in my life!
Read morePros: Very accomidating, Plenty of options
Cons: A little on the pricey side, but very nice!
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meroe05
Points +824
would give 5 stars! - Edit
What a spectacular place! Every vegan needs to experience this restaurant. Lots of options that can be made vegan! And the staff is so friendly and knowledgeable. I ordered the Fresh Catch Floridian cream style with crusted tofu and oh my goodness! These people know flavor! Highly highly recommend!
Read morePros: fantastic
Cons: too many options! haha
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KatyFrey
Points +30
ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE - Edit
Couldn’t be happier with my meal hereI 10/10 recommend to any vegans/vegetarians. Lots of vegan options, too! Would give a 5/5 stars but it wouldn’t let me! Anyway, definitely check it out if you’re in the area.
Read morePros: Lots of veg options, Very accommodating , Fun atmosphere
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KyleGovan
Points +29
Didn’t make it - Edit
The hours do not match their website - glad I called ahead so we didn’t drive over there when we arrived in the city late at night. Gotta change their description!
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Ktcam
Points +46
Amazingly fresh! - Edit
We had such an incredible meal today! The kids fried tofu was great, the Dixie burger (black bean and sweet potato) was INCREDIBLE and the chik pea curry soup was amazing. My meat eating family was very happy as well. Our waitress was very helpful and knowledgeable on vegan options. Can’t wait to go back
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Knowledgeable staff, Local, sustainable, fresh
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elainawilson
Points +24
absolutely delicious! - Edit
The Floridian was incredible! My family and I stopped there for lunch today and were not disappointed. I got a glass of wine, a bowl of the soup of the day (it was a sweet potato soup with chickpeas and collard greens) and the spring salad with tempeh. The waitress was incredibly helpful with pointing out what was vegan and even giving me options! I will definitely come back here next year when my family returns to St. Augustine. They even had vegan desserts! :)
Read morePros: quaint , vegan & vegetarian options , pretty extensive drink menu
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PlantWrangler
Points +78
Fantastic food! - Edit
A couple friends recommended eating here and it's easy to see why; the food was truly delicious! The simple menu boasts recognizable favorites and some unique items, from apps to main dishes & an amazing dessert case. My blackened tofu melt was perfectly done and they have both meat dishes and meatless options. Bravo, Floridian!
Read morePros: good vegetarian options/substitutions
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rawboy
Points +15
Cool cafe - Edit
nice cozy, rustic, casual cafe with good quality simple fare - they have gluten free bread and a nice 3-group Simonelli espresso machine
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Jessica_Marie
Points +416
Get the 'N Biscuits Vegan Style! - Edit
First off, they offered a vegan batter for the fried green tomatoes and fried pickles appetizer and preemptively placed the non-vegan dressings on side plate for my friends. The waitress said most vegans go straight for the veggie burger but that she recommended the 'N Biscuits made with tofu. I am so glad I did! It was delicious and unique. A fabulous sauce, the biscuits being replaced by a vegan bagette.
Read morePros: On top of vegan options
Cons: It's southern inspired, so high in fried options,
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Andyk
Points +41
Awesome vegan fare! - Edit
I had the DIXIE BURGER which was very meaty and tasty, not to mention large and filling. My wife had the TUNA NICOISE done wth tofu (grilled - excellent) and my daughter had the TUNA NICOISE done with the tempe. he tempe is a bit salty, so be warned - the taste can wear on you after a while. The service was excellent and the friendly staff was very happy to explain the vegan options and meet our dietary needs, despite the busy Christmas rush of tourists. I give this restaurant five stars!
Read morePros: Vegan friendly and helpful, Tasty meals, Large portions
Cons: Tempe a bit saltly, Parking is challenging
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ArsenioFigueroa
Points +22
Great vegan options - Edit
The waiter gave us the option to make the chicken and biscuits vegan and also the spicy melt. You can tell the food is made with care and plenty of flavor. The spiced vanilla cupcake was amazing.
Read morePros: A lot can be made vegan
Cons: App won't let me rate 5 stars.
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Thatredheadedchick
Points +81
Excellent Farm to Table Food - Edit
As a native St. Augustinian and vegan, I love the Floridian! The restaurant is Farm-to-Table, featuring fresh, seasonal dishes made with local ingredients (as much as possible). I do not understand these reviews that say there are limited to no vegan options--they must not have asked or looked hard. The Floridian has excellent salads, a black bean burger that can be veganized, and their seasonal sandwiches/dishes can usually be modified to accommodate vegans. Additionally, they almost always have a vegan soup du jour and multiple vegan options for dessert. I recommend their vegan cupcakes and fruit crisps! They also have an amazing selections of beer, wine, and handcrafted cocktails.
Read moreThis is a great option for foodies, vegans, vegetarians, and their non-veg friends/family alike. The food is a fresh, innovative take on Southern cuisine and I love the atmosphere. On weekends, it's a good idea to make reservations as it is a popular spot.
Pros: Delicious Food, innovative dishes, locally sourced and organic ingredients
Cons: often has long wait
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KatieWhite
Points +41
great food, great service - Edit
The waitress we had was great! She went section by section showing me what I️ could order that was vegan (and did the same for my GF friend, tough crowd lol). The food was amazing! I️ split the fried green tomatoes and soup as an app with a friend. The vegan sauce that came with the tomatoes was so flavorful- tangy with cumin. The tomatoes were cooked perfectly too. The soup was spicy but good, it would’ve been perfect with a slice of bread. The entree I️ ordered was supposed to be made with tuna (I️ don’t remember the exact name) but I️ got it with tempeh and it was so delicious. The sauce added a lot of flavor and was cooked perfectly. We didn’t stop there. For dessert vegans have too options: an apple pie or a zucchini cupcake- I️ went with the second. It had a delicious cream cheese like frosting on it. Overall, I️ highly recommend this place for vegans! They had plenty of options for vegans and graciously accommodated.
Read morePros: good service , great food, variety
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J_lila
Points +72
Worth the hype! - Edit
We were recommended this place by many non-vegetarians (and were a bit skeptical about our options as vegan/vegetarians), but it had an abundance of veg-friendly options on the menu! Tempeh/tofu options were included for the majority of main dishes, and our server was so accommodating to our dietary preferences. They even seated us after we came in just as the kitchen was planning to close, and the atmosphere was lovely outside! I'd recommend this restaurant to all. The veg dishes were outstanding.
Read morePros: veg friendly options, friendly staff, outdoor seating
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mpeek22
Points +18
Best place in St Augustine/the world - Edit
Favorite restaurant of all time!! Options for meat lovers, vegetarians, and vegans who love great locally grown food and a wonderful atmosphere. I have been very impressed every time I've been there and the tempeh is excellent- I would definetely recommend!!
Read morePros: Atmosphere and friendly service , Amazing tempeh and tofu options , Good flavor, locally grown, inspired dishes
Cons: None, It's perfect , not 100% vegan but they never said they were
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hungryhippo
Points +32
good food, wish the menu indicated vegan options - Edit
It's hard to travel with young vegan children. I spend so much time on happy cow, Yelp and restaurant websites. My vegetarian sister loved this place and I saw it on this site. It's a great place for vegetarians and a decent place for vegans who like to ask questions. I am neither of those things. We were tired and hungry when we stopped in for lunch. I almost started crying when I looked at the menu until the waitress told me the veggie burger was vegan. It was homemade and delicious!! My 3 yr old wanted it too. She was able to eat half of it but didn't touch the salad it came with. My 5 yr old was super crabby so I got the homemade chip appetizer. I ordered her the fried tofu off the kids menu. It came with apples and corn bread. I didn't let her eat the cornbread as I'm sure it wasn't vegan. She devoured it. There were so many tofu/tempeh options but I had no clue if they were vegan and they all had non vegan sauces. A little green v on the menu and some vegan cheese/mayo would have gone a long way. Our lunch cost a fortune, too! The food was great, I just wish they were more accommodating to vegans.
Read morePros: good food , nice atmosphere, located in old town
Cons: unsure of what was vegan, expensive for kids not ordering off kids menu
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KasloColorado
Points +51
What vegan options? - Edit
I was so confused when I went to the Floridian with my family, tonight. We're all vegan, so we chose this restaurant based on reviews. Google even listed it as "Vegan Restaurant."
Read moreWhen we got there, the only vegan appetizer was the fried pickles. I've had good fries pickles, but these were limp and soggy. We then searched the menu to find something we could eat. There was no mention of vegan options on the menu. The restaurant is decorated with taxidermy animals and alligator heads/skulls. 90% of the menu was meat. Most of the rest had cheese. We had to choose between asking the server if the veggie burger and bun were vegan and then ordering without mayo, or a Thai curry dish (unless it uses prepackaged Thai sauces, which often include fish oil). Since the restaurant was packed and was clearly more of a carnivorous type of place, we decided not to bother the staff. We left, and went to the Present Moment Cafe, where almost everything is vegan (including some amazing ice cream!)
This was a bit of a hassle, since I had my extremely hungry three and six year old kids with me, and my husband and I were trying to celebrate my mother-in-law's visit. Reviews mentioned tempeh and all sorts of other veggie foods. We saw none of that.
Pros: Nice area of town
Cons: Not vegan friendly, Decorated with dead animals, Serves mostly meat.
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