La Cocina at the Cellar Upstairs

4.6

1875 Reviews

$31 to $50

Global, International

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2 people

Dec 19, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
Charming

***Please keep in mind reservations are limited to only inside dining due to unexpected weather -- No reservations can be made for outside (first come, first served basis)***

Come join us at La Cocina at the Cellar Upstairs, owned by Chef Norberto Jaramillo & his Wife Christina, where we celebrate our Colombian roots with World Cuisine infused with Latin American flavors. Located in beautiful Historic St Augustine on the rooftop of San Sebastian Winery, our elegant dining space is the ideal spot for creating lasting memories with your loved ones. Explore our menu and experience a delightful evening in St Augustine just minutes away from the heart of downtown!

Please note that La Cocina charges a $25.00 fee per person in cases of no-show.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Global, International, Latin American, Winery
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(904) 461-8288
Website
http://www.lacocinarestaurants.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Executive chef
Norberto Jaramillo
Catering
We thank you for considering La Cocina at the Cellar Upstairs to hold this important day in your life. With our quality of service and excellent cuisine, we assure you that this day will be unforgettable.
Private party facilities
Our dining room can hold up to 60 guests for all your specials occasions such as weddings, rehearsals, anniversaries, graduations, holiday parties, and more...

Location
157 King Street, St. Augustine Beach, FL 32080
Neighborhood
Saint Augustine Beach
Cross street
King Street
Parking details
Complimentary hotel parking
Public transit
Sunshine Bus Company & Old Town Trolley Tours
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Chef's Pairing Dinner
$100.00 per person
Multiple dates available
La Cocina at the Cellar Upstairs is introducing a culinary journey crafted by Executive Chef Norberto Jaramillo and Chef de Cuisine Sebastian Sikora, featuring exquisite wines from San Sebastián Winery. Each person enjoys two starters, two entrees and a dessert sampler plate. Each food item is carefully paired with a glass of wine. Taxes and gratuity applied separately.

Popular dishes

Lobster Bisque$13.00
Pear Salad$12.00
Wine-poached Asian pears, artisan baby greens, mandarin wedges, blue cheese, caramelized pecans, and raspberry vinaigrette
Menorcan Salad$14.00
Diced watermelon, heirloom tomatoes, red onions over European cucumbers tossed in datil harissa vinaigrette, feta cheese and toasted pumpkin seeds.
Ceviche*$18.00
Shrimp and salmon tossed with red onions, peppers, cilantro, fresh garlic, ginger, and aji amarillo served with toasted ciabatta
Prosciutto and Pomodoro$16.00
Confit baby heirloom tomatoes paired with prosciutto, palm hearts, egg yolk, parmesan, baby arugula, and chimichurri

Second Course

Escargot$16.00
Succulent escargot in a rich mushroom cream sauce, elegantly served with flaky puff pastry
Beef Tenderloin Carpaccio*$18.00
Delicate slices of beef tenderloin adorned with palm hearts, cherry tomatoes, zesty lemonette, sweet drop peppers, cilantro, capers, and red onions
Charcuterie Selection$25.00
Handpicked cured meats and complementary cheeses, served with crisp ciabatta, marinated olives, fig preserves, and a baby heirloom tomato salad
Crispy Pork Belly$17.00
Crispy pork belly resting on a bed of thinly sliced sweet plantains, accompanied by roasted corn chow chow, fresh arugula, and a drizzle of chimichurri
Spanish Octopus$19.00
Confit octopus glazed with honey miso, accompanied by fingerling potatoes and a bed of baby arugula, drizzled with roasted pepper oil

Entrees

Filet Mignon$49.00
A perfectly grilled 8 oz. sliced Filet Mignon, complemented by a rich mushroom and blue cheese spinach cream sauce. Served with heirloom carrots and creamy mashed potatoes
Honey-Glazed Salmon$35.00
A grilled salmon filet with a delightful ginger honey glaze, presented over a cauliflower steak and a side of grilled asparagus
Tortellini$32.00
A delectable dish featuring cheese tortellini, succulent shrimp, and pork belly lardons sautéed with English peas in a luscious sweet cream sauce
New Zealand Lamb Half Rack$39.00
New Zealand lamb served with a rosemary mint demi-glace, whipped potatoes, and roasted broccolini
Peri Peri Chicken$34.00
An organic chicken breast served over a savory spinach cream sauce, accompanied by roasted potatoes and heirloom carrots
Seared Chilean Seabass$52.00
Exquisitely seared Chilean seabass presented over a bed of red quinoa, fresh arugula, and a citrus fruit salsa
Korean Bbq Short Ribs$49.00
Garlic ginger-braised short ribs, adorned with a Korean BBQ sauce and scallions, served with fragrant jasmine rice and soy garlic mixed beans
Gambas$38.00
Blackened Argentinian red shrimp elegantly served over a cauliflower puree, accompanied by a medley of vegetables

What 1,875 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

St. Augustine
Best Food
St. Augustine
Best Service
St. Augustine
Innovative
St. Augustine
Good for groups
St. Augustine
Healthy
St. Augustine
Hot spot
St. Augustine
Great for fine wines
St. Augustine
Romantic
St. Augustine
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

La Cocina at the Cellar Upstairs offers a delightful dining experience with "outstanding" service and "delicious" food. Known for its filet mignon, ceviche, and short ribs, it boasts a charming ambiance and attentive staff. Despite some mixed reviews on menu changes and pricing, the restaurant remains a favorite for special occasions and "romantic date nights."

1,875 Reviews

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Gail
Jacksonville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were surprised by this gem on the edge of St.Augustine! The service was exceptional, we had the lamb entree and it was perfectly cooked. The presentation of the food was delightful as well. Extra value was ample parking in this very busy place. Great experience all around! We will be back.
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Suzy
Tampa
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Went for my birthday, food was alright and tasty. They did not do anything for my birthday though which was sad.
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Ellen
Atlanta Metro
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Very delicious meal. Pear salad was amazing, tortellini was delicious, peri peri chicken was great! With reservation-seating was poor and wait staff was mediocre. Dining area was lovely.
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Julie
Fort Lauderdale
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience. Food was fantastic!!! Best lobster bisque I’ve ever had and husband said the same about his octopus appetizer and lamb entree. Service was great and ambience was lovely.
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OpenTable Diner
VIP
Atlanta Metro
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Loved the live music. It was not loud at all. The coq au vin was insanely good. My husband had the choripan. We bought a bottle of wine and never felt rushed even when it was quite busy.
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Fred
VIP
New York City
43 reviews
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Javier gave us excellent service. The beef carpaccio was especially good, as was the lamb. A note for tourists like us, if you’re wanting a cocktail you should know they only serve wine and beer.
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Armando
VIP
Las Vegas
51 reviews
4.0
51 reviews
Dined on December 5, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
cozy and warm dinning area, service was outstanding, filet mignon and seabass were delicious, pork belly hit just right, prosciutto and pomodoro was more arugula than anything else, and rack of lamb sauce was lacking in flavor. Great wine list, our choice was stellar. will come back.
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Kevin
Washington DC
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, service and ambience. Great experience and did the wine tasting downstairs first.
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Barbara
Jacksonville
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Caterina was the best waitress ever. She is so great
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Vanessa
Naples
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food, ambiance, location and accessibility were all top notch. Friendly staff and clean areas. Food is delicious and reasonably priced.
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FAQs

La Cocina at the Cellar Upstairs offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (904) 461-8288.

La Cocina at the Cellar Upstairs is rated 4.6 stars by 1875 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 19, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for La Cocina at the Cellar Upstairs

157 King Street, St. Augustine Beach, FL 32080

Additional information

Cross street
King Street
Neighborhood
Saint Augustine Beach
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Global, International, Latin American, Winery
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
Complimentary hotel parking
Public transit
Sunshine Bus Company & Old Town Trolley Tours
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Norberto Jaramillo
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.lacocinarestaurants.com/
Phone number
(904) 461-8288
Catering
We thank you for considering La Cocina at the Cellar Upstairs to hold this important day in your life. With our quality of service and excellent cuisine, we assure you that this day will be unforgettable.
Private party facilities
Our dining room can hold up to 60 guests for all your specials occasions such as weddings, rehearsals, anniversaries, graduations, holiday parties, and more...

La Cocina at the Cellar Upstairs

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Chef's Pairing Dinner

Filet Mignon

Pear Salad

Blackened Salmon

First Course

Lobster Bisque$13.00

Pear Salad$12.00

Menorcan Salad$14.00

Ceviche*$18.00

Prosciutto and Pomodoro$16.00

Second Course

Escargot$16.00

Beef Tenderloin Carpaccio*$18.00

Charcuterie Selection$25.00

Crispy Pork Belly$17.00

Spanish Octopus$19.00

Entrees

Filet Mignon$49.00

Honey-Glazed Salmon$35.00

Tortellini$32.00

New Zealand Lamb Half Rack$39.00

Peri Peri Chicken$34.00

Seared Chilean Seabass$52.00

Korean Bbq Short Ribs$49.00

Gambas$38.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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Order delivery or takeout

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