Lucy Partyka, a native of an Italian neighborhood, recommended this place for authentic Italian. I had the Chefs Special, pasta and grouper. Good flavors and presentation. It was the sauce that stood out despite moist well cooked grouper. I agree with Lucy, a great place to eat. Pricing is what you would expect in a tourist area. Good service and a great calm atmosphere. 4.5 stars, only because they need room to grow

A Charming Delight at The Raintree Restaurant! In St. Augustine's heart, where the history sings, The Raintree Restaurant welcomes you with good things! Step inside for a feast that's both cozy and grand, With fine culinary magic, you'll surely withstand. The ambiance sparkles with elegance and grace, A lovely setting that feels like a warm embrace. With twinkling lights and lush greenery near, Each table's a haven, where laughter you'll hear. The menu's a journey of flavors divine, From savory starters to drinks that entwine. The seafood is fresh, the pasta's a dream, Each dish crafted lovingly--oh, how it gleams! Try their famous crab cakes, so crispy and bright, And if you're in the mood, the steak's just right! Desserts are a treasure, a sweetened delight, You'll be floating on clouds like a feather in flight. The staff is friendly, attentive, and bright, They'll make sure your dining feels utterly right. With smiles that warm you like the Florida sun, They'll treat you like family--a perfect run! So if you're in town and your stomach's in need, The Raintree is waiting, where every bite's freed. A whimsical journey through culinary bliss, Dining at Raintree is a moment you'll miss! So gather your friends for a night full of cheer, At The Raintree Restaurant, pure joy's always near! With history and flavor, it's truly a find, A magical meal that'll linger in mind!

Food was delicious and the staff there took good care of us and made us feel special. It was a nice family night out for us in St. Augustine and the visit to the Raintree helped make it such a good night, I love the vibe the place has.

Stopped Saturday since I was in St. Augustine for other reasons. It's been 3 years since my last visit and I was really wanting/craving some great escargot. I have always set at a table outside before, but today was hot and it was just me and a good book, so I sat at a corner table in the bar area. I was served by John T who was welcoming, provided outstanding service, and was dated by my only wanting escargot, a caesar salad and iced tea. He made sure my tea was refilled, checked to see that everything was ok and left me to enjoy my meal and my book, all of which I did!!!! I won't wait as long to return. Sorry I didn't take any pictures, but believe me, the presentation was also well done!!

Service and ambiance were great here! All of our food was really good! Would return.

My boyfriend made reservations and took us here for my birthday and I was pleasantly surprised. We had late reservations because we had an appointment at Ink & Barley before and were not sure how long it would take. But it was earlier than we thought and we walked over to Raintree to see if they could seat us early. Our reservation was for 8pm on a Saturday but the host was super accommodating and sat us right away upstairs! We ordered all the food! Bang bang shrimp, I had the lasagna with meatball and sausage, my boyfriend had the chicken zíngara and for dessert we had the bread pudding and cappuccino ice cream crepe. Omg it was all so delicious! Now the reviews were also not wrong. The presentation kind of makes the food appear oily or not so fresh. But it was delicious! I think they could improve on the presentation. If you're in the area, this is a great option for a delicious meal. It's within walking distance of the fort, downtown St. Aug, uptown St. Aug and Ripley's.

I recently had the pleasure of dining at The Raintree Restaurant and it was an exceptional experience. We opted to sit outside, and the atmosphere was lovely--perfect for a relaxing evening. We started with the Charcuterie Board, which was beautifully arranged with a wonderful selection of meats, cheeses, and accompaniments. It was the ideal starter to share, full of variety and flavor. For my main course, I had the Filet & Shrimp Matanzas. The filet was cooked to perfection--tender and juicy--and the shrimp were seasoned just right. The combination was delectable and the presentation was elegant. The service was outstanding, with attentive and friendly staff who made sure we had everything we needed.

Wow!! This place really impressed us! We went for brunch and it was absolutely fabulous! All of our meals were so tasty!! The restaurant is built in an old house with so much character. The stained glass artwork and adorable sitting area made the experience even better. Our server was very friendly and charismatic, and service was quick! The Eggs Benedict was delicious for brunch, as well as the side of cheese grits and the Rise and Shine burger!! One of the best brunches in St. Augustine! We will definitely be back to try dinner!

The building is over 100 years old but tastefully remodeled. We had a corner table for 4, possibly due to open table reservations (choice of indoors or out). Lots of windows. We tried a few mixed drinks to start, ranging from basic to inventive. My Hunters Manhattan was excellent. We followed that with wine and beer from a decent selection. Three ordered the lasagne with meatball and sausage. The house made sausage is outstanding. I ordered the cappellini pomodoro and added shrimp - 5 jumbos. I loved it. The ladies ordered dessert. Both were pleased. The berry crepe is to die for. Service was attentive. Prices were reasonable. We will be back next time we are in St Augustine