Asado Life

Name: Asado Life
Address: 173 Shipyard Wy, St. Augustine, FL, United States, 32084
Telephone: (904) 501-1482
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

259 Reviews

$30 and under

Grill

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2 people

19 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Innovative

"The true essence of an Asado engages family & friends long before the food hits the table."

ASADO LIFE is a full-service, experience-driven waterfront restaurant. Nestled along the picturesque San Sebastián River, Asado Life offers a dining experience like no other. Whether you're enjoying a romantic dinner or a lively gathering with friends, the serene backdrop of the river enhances the ambiance of our restaurant. At Asado Life, we believe in the art of live fire grilling—a method that infuses every dish with unparalleled flavor and aroma. Our chefs skillfully harness the power of open flames to create mouthwatering grilled specialties.

Our Asados are rain or shine occasions. We have covered dining areas in the event of rain. Please dress to your comfort level for outdoor dining.

We do not allow outside wine or beverages.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Grill, Argentinian, American
Hours of Operation
Lunch Tue–Sun 11:00–15:00 Dinner Thu–Sat 17:30–20:00
Phone number
(904) 501-1482
Website
http://www.asadolife.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Matthew Brown
Catering
Bring the Asado to your next event. Appetizers, charcuterie boards, and Asado dinners.<br />Custom menus available. We can also bring our mobile grill units to you to create a signature Asado experience for you & your guests.
Private party facilities
Waterfront event space with private bar, lounge areas, fire pits, and live fire grilling

Location
173 Shipyard Wy, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Area
St. Augustine
Cross Street
Arapahoe Avenue & US1
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wine

Experiences

Asador Club - Gaucho Experience
US$79.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
START TIME: 6:30pm The Asador Club is our modern twist on a timeless tradition. All guests must be at least 21 years of age. Guests can mix & mingle throughout our spacious waterfront lounge area with fire pits while enjoying passed appetizers, fresh house made bread, salad, a variety grilled meats (beef, seafood, and pork or chicken) & veggies, and chef’s choice dessert. A private bar with our signature cocktails enhances the private club feel. The Asador Club offers guests the opportunity to chat with our chefs about the array of food prepared for the evening. Choose this experience if you like having a variety of options to choose from, and enjoy a more relaxed and interactive dining.
NEW Signature Asado Menu Selections
US$0.00 - US$149.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
To maintain our live-fire cooking style and preserve the authenticity of the Asado experience, we offer our signature entrees for preordering. These meals are prepared hours in advance and cooked low and slow in order to achieve the smoky, rich, bold flavors that develop over a longer grilling time. We do not accept cancellations or changes within 48 hours of the scheduled Asado. Cancellations will be refunded less processing fees. Our Asados are rain or shine events. We have ample covered dining areas, and limited indoor seating. Please dress to your comfort level for outdoor dining.

Roasted Pineapple AppUS$6.50
Chapa Seared Pineapple ~ Brown Butter ~ Deep Roasted Coriander Infused Coconut ~ Sea Salt
BBLT AppUS$12.00
Smoked Fish Dip AppUS$14.00
House smoked fresh catch, scotch bonnet aioli, sweety drop peppers, crackers
Choripan SliderUS$10.00
Focaccia Bread AppUS$9.50
Hummus Plate AppUS$8.50
Sweety Drop Peppers ~ Roasted Garlic ~ Fresh Herbs ~ Artisinal Crostini
Grilled Artichokes AppUS$13.00
2 Pieces of FoccaciaUS$3.99
Appetizer SpecialUS$10.00

Salad, Soup, & Sides, Menu

House SaladUS$12.50
Spring mix ~ Peppers ~ Cucumbers ~ Onions ~ Tomatoes ~ Croutons ~ House Vinaigrette
- NoneUS$0.00
- Parrilla grilled SteakUS$12.00
- Parrilla grilled shrimpUS$9.00
- Signature spiced chicken thighUS$7.00
- Smoked chicken saladUS$7.00
- HummusUS$6.00
- 8oz FiletUS$22.00
- 4oz FiletUS$14.00
Caesar SaladUS$12.50
Romaine Lettuce ~ Caesar ~ Parmesan ~ Croutons ~ Caesar Dressing
- NoneUS$0.00
- Parrilla Grilled steakUS$12.00
- Parrilla Grilled ShrimpUS$9.00
- Signature Spiced Chicken ThighUS$7.00
- Smoked chicken saladUS$7.00
- HummusUS$6.00
Roasted Beet & Goat Cheese SaladUS$14.00
Roasted Golden Beets ~ Goat Cheese ~ Arugula ~ Spiced Pecans ~ Red Onion ~ Dried Cherries ~ White Balsamic Basil Vinaigrette
- NoneUS$0.00
- Parrilla Grilled steakUS$12.00
- Parrilla Grilled ShrimpUS$9.00
- Signature Spiced Chicken ThighUS$7.00
- Smoked chicken saladUS$7.00
- HummusUS$6.00
Street Corn SaladUS$15.00
- NoneUS$0.00
- Parrilla grilled SteakUS$12.00
- Parrilla grilled shrimpUS$9.00
- Signature spiced chicken thighUS$7.00
- Smoked chicken saladUS$7.00
- HummusUS$6.00
- 8oz FiletUS$22.00
- 4oz FiletUS$14.00
Potato SaladUS$4.50
House ChipsUS$4.00
Pasta SaladUS$4.00
Side House SaladUS$5.00
Spring mix ~ Peppers ~ Cucumbers ~ Onions ~ Tomatoes ~ Croutons ~ House Vinaigrette
- With EntreeUS$0.00
- Before EntreeUS$0.00
Side Caesar saladUS$5.00
Romaine Lettuce ~ Caesar ~ Parmesan ~ Croutons ~ Caesar Dressing
- With EntreeUS$0.00
- Before EntreeUS$0.00
FriesUS$6.00

Dessert

Seasonal Dessert ParfaitUS$5.00
Citrus Olive Oil CakeUS$7.00
Dessert du JourUS$7.00

What 259 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

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Jacksonville / Northeast Florida
Best Ambience
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida
Innovative
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida
Hot spot
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida
Great for scenic views
St. Augustine
Best Overall
St. Augustine
Best Food
St. Augustine
Best Ambience
St. Augustine
Best Value
St. Augustine
Great for brunch
St. Augustine
Innovative
St. Augustine
Good for groups
St. Augustine
Healthy
St. Augustine
Hot spot
St. Augustine
Great for outdoor dining
St. Augustine
Lively
St. Augustine
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Asado Life delights diners with "fantastic food and service" in a beautiful setting by the water. The atmosphere is consistently praised for being inviting and relaxing. Customers rave about their "amazing" barcuterie experience and recommend making reservations. Popular dishes include the Asado Trio and the roast beef sandwich on focaccia.

259 Reviews

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kathleen
Pittsburgh
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Went on a Sunday - Very disappointed in limited menu choices. We had a variety of adult beverages - again very disappointing! Waitress was so- so. Not very attentive. We have previously enjoyed other visits & meals - today not so much!
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Felix
VIP
Orlando
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Unique tasting food. Loved it! Highly recommended. Would come back.
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Bob n lili
Jacksonville
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Overall nothing to wow me it was ok seriously did have to ask for another table bc they were going to sit us cramp up next to another party of 6 like if we were part of there party food not bad but nothing to brag about
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Chip
Jacksonville
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
The level of Service at our table was very bad for the amount that this restaurant charges. This could be a great spot, but they need to level up on the service. Bar tenders prior to us sitting were great and cocktails were delicious. Poor attention to detail overall however. We made a reservation for 10 weeks in advance but they sat us outside in basically a patio that was covered in plastic to block wind, but also blocked view and we were basically sitting on patio furniture and spent over $150 per person, was quite disappointed.
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Nancy
VIP
Jacksonville
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Rose, our waitress, was very good!! The food was excellent..again! The home-made toasted marshmallow on the chai martini was fabulous!
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Kiki
Jacksonville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The flavors of the marinades & sauces and quality of the meats, cooked to perfection, keeps Asado Life at the top of my list of St. Augustine restaurants.
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Terence
VIP
Chicago
10 reviews
2.0
10 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
With all the five star reviews I am surprised our dinner was such a flop. I ordered a filet and it arrived way over done. I have never seen a well done filet. Waitress said yes you did order medium rare and delivered one after about 30 minutes My husband and I shared his dinner. Not sure if I will give another chance
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Felicia
VIP
Orlando
50 reviews
5.0
50 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Such a nice experience. Food, drinks and service all wonderful. We had a bit of a problem finding the restaurant due to construction around it, but it was worth the search.
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Marti
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 5 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another wonderful lunch at Asado Life. The mushroom Swiss burger was perfectly cooked and the fries hot and delicious. Wonderful service provided by Rose. It was my friend’s first meal at Asado and she loved it as much as I do! Just love this place!
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Tomas
VIP
New York City
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and service. The bone in short rib is to die for!
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FAQs

Asado Life offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (904) 501-1482.

Asado Life is rated 4.6 stars by 259 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

19 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

173 Shipyard Wy, St. Augustine, FL 32084

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Arapahoe Avenue & US1
Area
St. Augustine
Hours of Operation
Lunch Tue–Sun 11:00–15:00 Dinner Thu–Sat 17:30–20:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Grill, Argentinian, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Matthew Brown
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wine

Website
http://www.asadolife.com/
Phone number
(904) 501-1482
Catering
Bring the Asado to your next event. Appetizers, charcuterie boards, and Asado dinners.<br />Custom menus available. We can also bring our mobile grill units to you to create a signature Asado experience for you & your guests.
Private party facilities
Waterfront event space with private bar, lounge areas, fire pits, and live fire grilling

Asado Life

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Asador Club - Gaucho Experience

NEW Signature Asado Menu Selections

Small Plates

Roasted Pineapple AppUS$6.50

BBLT AppUS$12.00

Smoked Fish Dip AppUS$14.00

Choripan SliderUS$10.00

Focaccia Bread AppUS$9.50

Hummus Plate AppUS$8.50

Grilled Artichokes AppUS$13.00

2 Pieces of FoccaciaUS$3.99

Appetizer SpecialUS$10.00

Salad, Soup, & Sides, Menu

House SaladUS$12.50

Caesar SaladUS$12.50

Roasted Beet & Goat Cheese SaladUS$14.00

Street Corn SaladUS$15.00

Potato SaladUS$4.50

House ChipsUS$4.00

Pasta SaladUS$4.00

Side House SaladUS$5.00

Side Caesar saladUS$5.00

FriesUS$6.00

Dessert

Seasonal Dessert ParfaitUS$5.00

Citrus Olive Oil CakeUS$7.00

Dessert du JourUS$7.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

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How is Asado Life restaurant rated?

Is Asado Life currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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