It's not every day that you come across a farm-to-table restaurant situated in an old ice plant building dating back to the 1920s. Yet, Ice Plant Bar in St. Augustine is full of surprises. Sourcing seafood from the St. Augustine area and other local spots when possible, and produce from local farms, this restaurant is a hidden gem that locals go crazy for. But perhaps the most surprising thing on the menu is the cocktails. Craft cocktails of all varieties really make this place shine, and you have to see some of these beauties to believe us.
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The Ice Plant in St. Augustine, Florida is a farm-to-table restaurant situated in a 1927 ice plant building.
The restaurant owners intended to keep much of the original elements of the building, like the bridge crane overhead, which used to pick up huge blocks of ice to be broken down.
Today, this space is inspired by the early 20th-century way of living, where having a cocktail was one of the best times of one’s day.
The cocktails are a surprise hit for many who visit and assume this restaurant is solely known for delicious food. These cocktails are made with fresh, house-pressed juices, a wide variety of unique bitters, and specially-developed syrups.
The result? A craft cocktail menu that is unlike any other in the city. What’s more, is that attention to detail is key here, with three different kinds of ice being used within these cocktails—a simple nod to the original building’s use.
But of course, we must mention the food in order to talk about this restaurant. Serving up lunch and dinner fare, Ice Plant focuses on locally-sourced ingredients, grass-fed beef, and even a few daily specials thrown in the mix.
The same amount of care and creativity the team puts into the cocktails is also put into the food.
Get the full experience of visiting The Ice Plant with a trip to the on-site distillery. St. Augustine distillery is next door, making it an easy stopover after you’re done imbibing and ready to head home.
Try some of the signature cocktails on the menu, each with its unique offering. But there are also a few classic cocktails, in case you feel nostalgic.
Check out The Ice Plant in St. Augustine for a deliciously curated selection of food and a surprising knockout of a craft cocktail menu.
Have you visited The Ice Plant in St. Augustine before? We'd love to hear about your experience in the comments section! Or if you want to know more about this cocktail hotspot, make sure to check out The Ice Plant website or The Ice Plant's Facebook Page.
Meanwhile, we have a few other reasons to visit this area outside of the food and drinks. Take a look at why everyone should visit the oldest city in Florida as soon as possible.
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