Santa Maria

Feed The Fish While You Dine!

The Santa Maria Restaurant and Fishermans Wharf Lounge is located in the heart of historic downtown St. Augustine and sits out over the Intracoastal Waterway, making a truly memorable dining experience for anyone visiting the area. Along with the fantastic views of Matanzas Bay you can “Feed the fish while you dine”. We have trap doors next to the tables for feeding the swarms of catfish and mullet that surround the building. Be sure to ask your server for some food to feed the fish. We are also frequented by manatees, dolphins, pelicans, seagulls and a wide assortment of Florida native birds.

Casual Dining ~ A Family Tradition

Our menu specializes in a variety of seafood,steaks, chicken and pasta dishes as well as a vegetarian menu, appetizers and yummy desserts. We have a spectacular lounge stocked with a nice selection of liquors, wines, domestic beers, micro brews and imported beers. Children are always welcome at The Santa Maria and our Kids Menu offers selections that even the pickiest of little eaters cannot refuse.

The Connell family tradition of casual dining continues and reservations are not accepted. We have a first come, first serve policy. We open daily at noon. Hours on Wednesdays are seasonal, Please call ahead. Closing times are seasonal as well so please call ahead if dining after 9p.m. We are closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas day. We look forward to serving you!