WonderPooch
Definetly worth a visit ! Clam chowder is amazing like an amazing potatoe soup with clam. I was worried it would be fishy. And it wasn’t. Was so tasty the lobster roll was 10/10 we went tel lunch’s in a row as was so good. Staff were very friendly and tables and seating area was kelp clean and tidy. It is dig friendly outside which is a little sun trap so we stayed warm even on a cold day.
… moreSusanne G
Lovely atmosphere!! Food was tasty and fresh. Our server Brie was fantastic as well. There was even live music for lunch. You actually are seated in the old pool of this Gilded Age hotel. we walked upstairs after lunch and toward the museum. We highly recommend.
… moreJoseph Cooper
We were just walking around St. Augustine and came across this cafe. OMG! It was an awesome place to eat. The food was great. The staff were great. The place was beautiful. It’s hard to believe this cafe used to be a pool for the original owner. Crazy!
… moreDavid Smith
I ordered the Greek cup of soup with a half sandwich, and my wife had a cup of potato soup with a half sandwich. Both were very good—flavorful and satisfying. The atmosphere was really neat, and the service stood out. There was a short wait to be seated, but our waiter made us feel comfortable and even brought a pitcher of sweet tea made with simple syrup (sugar water already melted into the tea), which was a nice touch.
Overall, the food was delicious and fairly unique for a small café. We enjoyed the experience and would definitely go again. That said, the portions felt a bit small for the price. For around $20, I would have expected a whole sandwich and a small side.
… moreM Martin
Some friends recommended this place for it’s unique setting as it was once an old swimming pool. We ordered the combo lunches. I got the turkey, bacon, avacado with the Greek salad. Mine was excellent in every was. Fresh, tasty, olives were tart and honey mustard dressing was nice.
My wife ordered the chicken club and the soup of the day, tomatoes bisque. She said both were tasty but the chicken was very chewy. Very nice restaurant and would come again.
… moreRichard Demers
Great lunch stop after viewing the Lightner Museum. Sean was very friendly and helpful. Food wS so good. I got the Curry Chicken sandwich and a bowl of French onion soup. Delicious
… moreChloe Joniec
If I could give this cafe 10 stars, I would. How many people can say they are lunch at the bottom of a pool?! The ambiance is excellent and the food is absolutely terrific. We got sandwiches and salad and all of us said our meals were the best we’ve had in St Augustine yet. This is a must place to eat when you’re in town. Also, it is located inside the Lightner Museum which is amazing. The staff at the cafe was also kind and professional. Just book it. You won’t be disappointed!!
… moreJacqueline Brooks
You go here for the uniqueness and the history not the food or service. We went for lunch on a Thursday during the summer and made reservations but they weren’t really needed. This feels like a pop up restaurant. There’s no real coordination, the servers don’t know what they’re doing, and the food is average and expensive. But, worth doing once. There was a classical guitarist playing who was very good and fresh flowers on the table.
… moreErica C
This is by far my favorite place to have lunch. The manager and staff have always been so incredibly welcoming and kind over the years. The gentleman who plays the piano is fantastic and just makes it a more peaceful, tranquil and enjoyable experience. It’s a beautiful restaurant, with such amazing history and The Lightner Museum is my favorite place in St. Augustine. I would highly recommend coming here if you’ve never been. It will not disappoint.
… moreScott Liles
We had a fantastic experience at the Alcazar Café in St. Augustine. The setting alone is incredible—you’re dining in what used to be a historic indoor swimming pool, surrounded by beautiful architecture and images of the hotel’s past. What made the visit truly exceptional, though, was our server, Sean (I hope I’m spelling that right). He was everything you’d want in a server: friendly, attentive, kind, and genuinely helpful. He went above and beyond for us, and his service alone makes me want to come back. The food was very, very good—I’d give it a 9 out of 10. Not the absolute best I’ve ever had, but when paired with the outstanding service and unique atmosphere, it made for an unforgettable outing. Highly recommend!
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