A Popular Place To Get Fried Shrimp In Florida, O’Steen’s Restaurant Is Full Of Fantastic Flavor

The Sunshine State is full of wonderful seafood restaurants, so we won't even try to find the very best. There are, however, certain places that focus on a single dish and become famous for it. O'Steen's Restaurant in Florida serves many different dishes, but everyone knows this is THE place for fried shrimp. You'll only need to take one bite to figure out why. Take a trip to St. Augustine and try it for yourself.

This iconic restaurant in St. Augustine is a local favorite, but not exactly a well-kept secret. You can expect a long line, often with wait times of anywhere from 30 minutes up to three hours.

They don't accept reservations, but luckily, there are a few nearby shops you can browse around. Food this good is worth the wait.

The restaurant is simple and very casual, with a no-frills approach that has stood the test of time. Like many old-school restaurants, O'Steen's is cash-only, so remember to hit the ATM on your way.

Let's take a look at the food that has kept hungry diners returning to O'Steen's since the mid-1960s. Starting with, of course, the famous fried shrimp.

O'Steen's shrimp is a little different than what you'll find at most seafood places. The shrimp is butterflied before it's seasoned, covered in a light batter and fried to perfection.

O'Steen's shrimp is served with a special sauce that pairs perfectly with the fresh and locally caught shrimp. Some people credit the datil pepper, favored in Minorcan cuisine and grown locally, for adding that special something to many of the items on O'Steen's menu.

You're also going to want to order extra hush puppies, lots of extra hush puppies. You'll thank us later.

If you want to try something other than fried shrimp, there are plenty of other delicious dishes on the menu. This is a good place to try the tomato-based and somewhat spicy Minorcan clam chowder.

Other options include shrimp and grits, fried chicken, fish, pork chops, and steak, along with daily specials.

If you still have room, order a slice of banana or coconut cream pie, made fresh by a local baker. It's the perfect ending to the perfect meal.

You'll find O'Steen's Restaurant at 205 Anastasia Blvd, St Augustine, FL 32080. To learn more about the best fried shrimp in Florida, visit their website here.

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