Llama Restaurant - St. Augustine (FL)

5 /5 Jerrie Rankin: Absolutely fantastic experience at llama! The restaurant is quaint, intimate, and the food is out of this world. We had an absolutely incredible visit. We started off with a ceviche, and I had a seafood dish with a sticky rice and the seafood had octopus prawns shrimp, clams, muscles it was to die for. My husband got the lamb chops and he said they were some of the best he’s ever had. He finished the evening with the s’more dessert, which was fun, interactive and delicious. Great wine let as well. We will definitely return here when we come back to Saint Augustine.!

5 /5 Toni Jackson: If you are looking for delightful Peruvian cuisine, this is definitely the spot to visit in St. Augustine. As a foodie who has dined in over 55 countries, this restaurant has truly elevated Peruvian cuisine. It was a delight to meet the chef during our encounter. Unfortunately, the hostess was off-putting upon our arrival to the restaurant and was not at all accommodating or welcoming. Please be mindful that they will not adjust your reservation even if there are available tables inside. You will eat at exactly the time of your reservation and not a second earlier. Also, our waiter never introduced himself but this was offset by how frequently he checked on our group during our meal. Overall, because of the high quality of the food, our group was able to overlook the poor service. The lamb was excellently prepared and the ceviche was fresh with delightful spicy notes. We appreciated the complimentary palette cleansers in the tiny bronze mugs: these fine touches really curated our experience. I look forward to dining here again: with the hopes that the service will improve and shine as greatly as the food being served.

5 /5 Colby Bechtold: Llama Restaurant delivers an unforgettable culinary experience. The food is without question superb, with every dish crafted with care and filled with bold flavors. If you want a meal that will truly blow you away, this is the place to go. The service, however, could be improved. The staff was not particularly friendly or welcoming during my visit. The chef, on the other hand, was very kind and greeted us warmly. His passion for his work is evident in every plate. Be aware that you must have a reservation. The restaurant enforces strict timing, and arriving even a minute early may result in being turned away. This policy is important to keep in mind. If exceptional food is your priority, Llama Restaurant offers a euphoric dining experience that is unmatched in town. Just prepare for a rigid check-in process and service that may not reach the same level of excellence as the cuisine.

5 /5 Holly Dickinson: The presentation and flavor of everything we ordered was amazing. We ordered the entree ceviche and the grouper as well as the deconstructed creme brulee. The restaurant only serves beer and wine, not a full bar, if that matters to you. The servers were attentive and pleasant.

5 /5 Dawne H: A gem of a restaurant. Went for a birthday celebration and it didn’t disappoint. The food was super fresh and delicious. We had the poached lobster appetizer which was wonderful and the yucca fritas were great with three dipping sauces. My husband had the pulpo (octopus) app and said it was amazing. The entrees kept the excitement going - the lamb was so fabulous I wanted one more bite. The risotto was perfectly cooked and had an array of seafood on top. The salmon had a very nice pistachio -huacatay pesto sauce which truly enhanced the fish flavor. And the lobster tail special was melt in your mouth memorable! We finished with the sacred valley - a wonderful mousse and the s’mores on fire which was so artfully presented it truly took our breath away. This is a fine dining destination. The restaurant is small so reservations are important. A winner!!!