Igor Vieira
Culinary Outfitters is truly an experience. The atmosphere, setting and views are amazing and from the moment you step into the place you will know that this is the real deal. This restaurant should be up there with the top waterfront restaurants in all of North East Florida. The sunset views here are breathtaking. The food was amazing and the dinner menu was diverse enough for all palates. The price was also fairly reasonable and portions were also generous. There was plenty or parking too! They don't accept reservations so plan accordingly. We went on a Saturday evening right before sunset at 7pm and only waited about 40minutes despite being told it may be up to 1hr and 30min. It was a very nice surprise. Time waiting was also very easy because you can order drinks and either sit at the waiting firepit area or walk around and enjoy the views and scenery and take some photos. This is a great photo op place! Dress up and go with a date, family or friends and take some photos.
Karen G
Been to this restaurant several times. The views are lovely with lots of outdoor seating. On this day the stormy weather and private party on the deck prevented al fresco dining. Main courses pictured were excellent, however my four star rating is because the Panzanella Salad was a disappointment. Either it was misrepresented on the menu or the kitchen staff just thought it should be made with loads of lettuce and a few grape tomatoes. I expected the traditional Panzanella Salad with tomatoes, onions, maybe some cucumber and fresh basil with croutons or bread soaked in the juice of the tomatoes and dressing.
Amber (Penney Farms Princess)
Culinary Outfitters is a winner. Bravo chef! The food is delicious, the view is beautiful, the and breeze off the water and twinkling lights above provide the perfect ambiance for a fantastic dining experience. My favorite thing on the menu has to be the fried deviled eggs. Don’t leave without trying them.
Joe Sampson
Going to miss this place! Great food, terrific service, a beautiful space, and terrific views. Someone please open in their place since they closed down so unexpectedly this past week! This pic was from their last night open but had no idea it would be my final visit...
Karla Goodman
I was very excited to have dinner at Culinary Outfitters as I had heard so many great things. The exterior, interior, and view offered did not disappoint. What a great building and location!
Unfortunately, the menu and the food were a big disappointment! The restaurant had changed it's name to Otters and a totally new menu was in place. Instead of a more fine dine experience, the menu was more similar to a Chile's menu and not as good. The crab cakes were an untasty combination of flour and water and were heavy and soggy. The coconut shrimp offered little to no coconut and the panko fried fish looked like it was rolled in bread crumbs and was tasteless. The Manager was friendly and agreeable to speaking with us and credited one of the entrees and apologized. It was such a dissatisfying dining experience that we would not go back. What a shame as the restaurant is beautiful and the setting fantastic!
invisible nation under stars
Shrimp was fantastic! The ribs are like leather had to bring those home and finished them in the crackpot:(
Views were amazing and the bartender outside rocks one hell of a painkiller drink and Martini! I'll definitely be back but never getting the ribs again 😕
Julianne Montgomery
Nice setting for lunch. It was fun to watch boats being lifted out of the water to be worked on. Outside socially distanced tables were great. Our food was good. Cucumber drink was delicious!
Uwe Henze
Busy little Restaurant with an Industrial feeling. Services and Food overall good. Lobster Roll tasty but pricey for the portion you getting. Steak frites little overcooked and the Chimichurri Sauce to over powering. Wednesday Rib Special and the Salmon Appetizer excellent. Crab Cake could be better, very dry. Overall very good, the biggest problem is parking.
The restaurant moved to a new and much bigger location. Love the new restaurant, beautiful and welcoming atmosphere. But the food need more attention. Shrimp and grits ($25) 7 each 26/30 shrimp around 3 oz. well seasoning over a thin and runny grits accomplished by an under seasoning greens.
Nicoise Salad ($18) nice portion of seared Ahi Tuna, served with a large portion of mixed greens, only 2 pieces of pickled green beans, green olives, cherry tomatoes, sliced eggs and sherry vinaigrette. Forgot to put on the fingerling potatoes. Definitely not a Nicoise salad. Ok ok
Kristin H Bumpus
These guys catered our wedding, and let me tell you the food was all the rave! I can't tell you how many guests asked us who catered for us. Everyone raved about the kale caesar salad, people whom I had previously know to not like kale! Everything was on point! Truly great food. Thank you guys you're amazing !!!
Steven Croskey
This place is an excellent restaurant and the staff is as friendly as can be! The food is amazing, and it's a great place to visit if you are in the St. Augustine area
Linda Birkett Chapman
This is a very great place to have a nice lunch. Love their food. Wish they were open right now! Would love to have Maple Pulled Pork Sandwich...
Mike Bruckert
Quite possibly, the best ribs I've ever had. Awesome job guys!!!!!
Sean Ferguson
Food is fantastic, service is great, and people are friendly! A true gem!
Wendy Mitchell Boyer
They catered our daughters wedding last weekend. They made our day! The food was amazing and everyone that worked the wedding were awesome. Chase was a sweetie pie! We won't do another party without them.
Culinary Outfitters are rock stars!!!
Thank you for all that you did to make the day memorable!!!
Love you guys!!!
Joel Slim-ish Butler
Positively superb... Indubitably delectable...
While rave in review, these descriptions STILL cannot do justice or capture the essence of just how wonderfully my fastidious palate and taste buds found the offerings on Culinary Outfitters menu! The food I have enjoyed thus far has been stunningly magnificent. And the atmosphere... well, let's just say this is TRULY the BEST kept secret in North Florida (let alone) St. Augustine. The warm staff is neighborly obliging, and the open kitchen makes for an inviting and fun environment. Hands down, my new favorite eatery. The only bad thing I could possibly find to say, is that it's a shame they are only open for lunch. I sincerely can not wait to get back and experience more of their ambrosial offerings!
On a footnote, I grew up in Chicago, IL. Home of some of the finest dinning the U.S. has to offer, and have traveled extensively throughout the country and abroad. All the while constantly seeking out the best vittles I can find. I now reside in Jax, and often pass through St. Augustine while working. I only regret I passed this place as many times as I have, before finally going in.
I'm NEVER so inclined to write a review (positive or otherwise) of the establishments I dine in, but this place is honestly THAT GOOD! That said, I can't wait to recommend Culinary Outfitters to everyone I know... as much as I'd like to keep it my little secret! Did I mention they cater too?!
Nylene Foss Cohn
My husband and I love this place! One of our favorites is the Cuban sandwich!
Kevin Santos
I had the pleasure of working alongside Culinary Outfitters last night and they definitely earned 5 �'s. Food was beyond delicious. Best meat I've had at a wedding! Staff was attentive. Buffet was beautifully decorated. Thank You ALL. Look forward to more weddings together. ~ Dj Kevin
David McClain
Food was exceptional. My first visit but not my last!
Anne Baughn Hagen
What a delicious dinner buffet and brunch! The food and service were excellent! Talk about "Southern hospitality"!
Joy Slotsve
The smoked salmon was absolutely delicious with my salad! Looking forward to going back soon.
Janice Bashaw
Great food, great service, enjoy the specials. My previous rating was in error.
Tajuan Mills
Just WOW - I love to eat and this took it to a new level!! Two words - RIB DAY!! Two more words - DIXIE CHICKEN!!
Mary Jane Klempay Beeson
I did carry out catering for my NYEve party this year and the ribs, au gratin potatoes, green beans and mini crab cake appetizers were fabulous! Thanks to you I could enjoy the party and the great food!
Christopher Sandy
By far and away the BEST Ribs you'll ever have ! One day I'll have to try something else. Lol
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