Real, Local Recommendations from the Water

If you're coming to St. Augustine, this is the kind of advice we give friends - not tourist lists.

🎣 Before & After Your Trip

Keep your schedule simple.

  • Morning trip? Plan lunch and relax after

  • Afternoon trip? Keep your morning light (coffee + breakfast)

  • Full day offshore? You’re done after—don’t plan anything else

Fishing here changes with the seasons, weather, and bite - stay flexible.

🌅 Best Things To Do (Beyond Fishing)

Local Favorites

  • Vilano Beach (best sunrise, less crowded)

  • St. Augustine Inlet (walk the jetty, watch bait + dolphins)

  • Anastasia State Park (trails, beach access, clean, paid access)

  • Drive A1A south toward Matanzas Inlet (underrated and worth it)

If You Want More

  • St. George Street (shops, bars, busy)

  • Castillo de San Marcos (quick stop, historic)

  • St. Augustine Lighthouse (best view in town)

🍽️ Where To Eat (Captain Approved)

St Augustine offers excellent options for food! We enjoy dining of all types including seafood! You can find a list below of some of our favorite spots

Post-Fishing / Casual

Waterfront / Atmosphere

Legit Dinner Spots

🍻 Drinks & Nightlife

🏖️ Beaches

  • Vilano Beach – easy access, local feel

  • St. Augustine Beach – family-friendly, main beach

  • Crescent Beach – quieter, more space

Tip:
Go south for space. Stay north for convenience.

Family-Friendly Options

Captain’s Advice

  • Skip overly “tour packaged” experiences

  • Don’t overbook your trip

  • Weather changes fast so stay flexible

  • Ask locals instead of Google

Fish Recipes!

Blackened Fish - The standard. Go to Publix, get some blackening seasoning (Redfish Magic), season liberally, and pan sauté. Great in tacos!

Grilled Kingfish - Marinate a few pieces in Italian dressing for 30 min to an hour. Grill on med-high for 6 min on one side then another 3 on the other. It should be about done & will be delicious.

Fish Piccata - Season white fish (like flounder or snapper), dredge lightly in flour, then pan-sear in butter and olive oil until golden and cooked through. Remove the fish and make a quick sauce in the same pan with lemon juice, capers, garlic, and a splash of white wine, then pour over the fish and serve.

Smoked Kingfish - Season with Everglades Fish & Chicken. Smoke at 220 for 3 hours or so. You can eat it like that or turn it into fish dip. Ask the Capt. for his fish dip recipe, if he is feelin nice, you’ll get it.