Boat Drinks

"Five stars feels almost disrespectful. This place deserves a standing ovation. Boat Drinks has officially secured its position as one of our absolute favorite spots in St. Augustine, and this was not a casual visit. This was a full culinary celebration. We started with the lemon pepper shrimp and I can confidently say they set the tone for everything that followed. Perfectly cooked, bright with citrus, kissed with pepper, and deeply flavorful without being overpowering. The kind of dish that makes everyone lean in, grab one more, and then look around the table like, “Okay… we’re in good hands.” Then the Datil shrimp sliders arrived!!!! Gorgeous and glossy, golden buns hugging sweet-heat shrimp layered over fresh greens. The datil pepper flavor was balanced and bold without being aggressive. Every bite had that perfect harmony of softness, spice, and freshness. We didn’t politely enjoy them. We absolutely gobbled them down. No crumbs left behind. Two of my friends ordered the chopped salad and it was stunning. Crisp greens, vibrant vegetables, feta, perfectly cooked egg… every ingredient fresh and thoughtfully composed. It was hearty without being heavy, refined without being fussy. A salad that holds its own on a table full of indulgence. And then there was the Étouffée empanada special. Flaky, golden pastry filled with rich, savory, soulful flavor. It was decadent and comforting at the same time, that deep Louisiana inspired warmth tucked into a perfectly crisp shell. It was the kind of bite that makes you pause mid-convo just to process how good it is. (True story) Now let’s talk cocktails because Boat Drinks is not playing around…. The house espresso martini is truly next-level. It comes topped with the most delicate homemade whipped crème… impossibly light, airy, and just enough to elevate the entire drink into something extraordinary. The espresso is bold but smooth, the sweetness perfectly restrained. It’s balanced, elegant, and dangerously easy to sip. A masterpiece. And for what we are happily calling dessert, we all had Mexican martinis. Light, bright, tequila-forward but smooth and blissful. It’s margarita energy refined. Crisp, refreshing, and absolutely our speed. The kind of drink that makes you linger longer than you planned. The vibe at Boat Drinks is effortless coastal polish. Bright, welcoming, dialed in but never pretentious. It feels like the heartbeat of a modern St. Augustine vibrant, creative, and confident. Boat Drinks isn’t just serving food and cocktails. They are crafting an experience. Every detail feels intentional. Every flavor feels elevated. We left already planning our return. St. Augustine is lucky to have them."

"We had such a fun evening at Boat Drinks. We came for the vibe and stayed for the exceptional menu (BEST raw bar in st Augustine with selections from Maine: 3 dozen oysters didnt feel like enough but at a certain point we had to switch gears and get the equally amazing crab Rangoon special and the saucy shrimp with Cuban toast—wow, delicious) ; the exceptional service (friendly, funny, cool bartenders who recommended some other spots to check out) ; and the exceptionally yummy drinks. Joel knows how to rock a spicy marg and a mojito."

"I like the vibe… and the food was surprising great. We went for happy hour and had several of their signature drinks. The drinks included Goombay smash, painkiller, dirty banana, house Chardonnay. Food included sliders, peel and eat shrimp, chip an’ dips."