Asado Life

4.6

337 Reviews

$30 and under

Grill

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for scenic views
Great for outdoor dining
Good for special occasions

"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.

Dining areas

Additional information

Location
173 Shipyard Wy, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Phone number
(904) 501-1482
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Grill, Argentinean, American
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Thu–Sat 5:30 pm–8:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Matthew Brown

Experiences

NEW Signature Asado Menu Selections
$0.00 - $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.
Jimmy Jam Fundraiser
$150.00 per person
Prepaid
Apr 3, 2025 only
6:30 PM
Asado Life and Mastercraft Builders bring you a pitmaster showcase! Renowned pit masters Ryan King from Kings BBQ and Spencer Mattheisen of Smokin' Spencer's Q will be showcasing their specialties and collaborating with our Asado Life Chef's. Join us at 6:30p Thursday, April 3rd, to support our local community & enjoy some GREAT BBQ & LIVE FIRE GRILLING!!! Price includes beer, wine, signature cocktails, and of course...BBQ! Family style seating & service. About the cause: Jimmy Jam Community Outreach is a 501c3 non-profit that offers a hand up not a hand out to folks facing financial challenges. Our organization is entirely volunteer-based. Meeting the needs of others with love is our passion. We help people in a variety of ways, from paying their utility and electric bills, minor car repair costs, household emergencies and more.

Roasted Pineapple App$6.99
Chapa Seared Pineapple ~ Brown Butter ~ Deep Roasted Coriander Infused Coconut ~ Sea Salt
BBLT App$12.99
Smoked Fish Dip App$14.99
House smoked fresh catch, scotch bonnet aioli, sweety drop peppers, crackers
Choripan Slider$8.99
Focaccia Bread App$9.99
Hummus Plate App$8.99
Sweety Drop Peppers ~ Roasted Garlic ~ Fresh Herbs ~ Artisinal Crostini
Grilled Artichokes App$13.99
2 Pieces of Foccacia$3.99
Wings$15.00
Ceviche$16.00

Salad, Soup, & Sides, Menu

House Salad$12.50
Spring mix ~ Peppers ~ Cucumbers ~ Onions ~ Tomatoes ~ Croutons ~ House Vinaigrette
- None$0.00
- Parrilla grilled Steak$12.00
- Parrilla grilled shrimp$9.00
- Signature spiced chicken thigh$7.00
- Smoked chicken salad$7.00
- Hummus$6.00
- 8oz Filet$22.00
- 4oz Filet$14.00
Caesar Salad$12.50
Romaine Lettuce ~ Caesar ~ Parmesan ~ Croutons ~ Caesar Dressing
- None$0.00
- Parrilla Grilled steak$12.00
- Parrilla Grilled Shrimp$9.00
- Signature Spiced Chicken Thigh$7.00
- Smoked chicken salad$7.00
- Hummus$6.00
Roasted Beet & Goat Cheese Salad$14.00
Roasted Golden Beets ~ Goat Cheese ~ Arugula ~ Spiced Pecans ~ Red Onion ~ Dried Cherries ~ White Balsamic Basil Vinaigrette
- None$0.00
- Parrilla Grilled steak$12.00
- Parrilla Grilled Shrimp$9.00
- Signature Spiced Chicken Thigh$7.00
- Smoked chicken salad$7.00
- Hummus$6.00
Street Corn Salad$15.00
- None$0.00
- Parrilla grilled Steak$12.00
- Parrilla grilled shrimp$9.00
- Signature spiced chicken thigh$7.00
- Smoked chicken salad$7.00
- Hummus$6.00
- 8oz Filet$22.00
- 4oz Filet$14.00
Potato Salad$4.50
House Chips$4.00
Pasta Salad$4.00
Side House Salad$5.00
Spring mix ~ Peppers ~ Cucumbers ~ Onions ~ Tomatoes ~ Croutons ~ House Vinaigrette
- With Entree$0.00
- Before Entree$0.00
Side Caesar salad$5.00
Romaine Lettuce ~ Caesar ~ Parmesan ~ Croutons ~ Caesar Dressing
- With Entree$0.00
- Before Entree$0.00
Fries$6.00
Side of Rice(4oz)$4.00

Dessert

Seasonal Dessert Parfait$5.00
Citrus Olive Oil Cake$7.00
Dessert du Jour$7.00

What 337 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Jacksonville / Northeast Florida
Innovative
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida
Great for outdoor dining
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida
Great for scenic views
St. Augustine
Best Overall
St. Augustine
Best Food
St. Augustine
Best Ambiance
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 offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food, presentation and ambiance." Guests rave about the "amazing food" and "great atmosphere," complemented by "beautiful views" of the river. The service is often described as "attentive" and "friendly." The unique Asador Club experience is highly recommended for its "outstanding" taste and variety.

337 Reviews

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Juliet
Jacksonville4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Lovely location once you find it! GPS misdirected us but eventually found it. Food was outstanding and atmosphere very cheery on a dreary day!
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waterlover
Jacksonville6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I was surprised as to how busy it was. We really enjoyed our meals and drinks. Good service. Parking is a challenge
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Tom VIP
Jacksonville22 reviews
3.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We are foodies who enjoy fine dining. Our food was inconsistent. My wife felt her “trio” was outstanding whereas my filet was over cooked and lacked seasoning. I requested salt and pepper. It arrived at the table some 10 minutes later. Casual atmosphere with hurried service at a premium price. It felt like they just wanted to turn the table asap. It’s priced like a Medure or Ruth’s Chris but service like IHOP.
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luv2dine VIP
New Orleans2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I have been several times. Food is always outstanding. It can be a little pricey but definitely the best tomahawk steak in the Jacksonville area. We always sit outside and it’s a nice area. I think this is a must experience restaurant.
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Chris
Jacksonville1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Danielle was awesome made our first trip worth coming back again very soon!! Thank you Danielle
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Miranda
West Palm Beach3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service and food were exceptional. We had the ceviche and chorizo Del Mar followed by asado trio and Bronzino. 10/10
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Ellen VIP
Tampa53 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent bar with large variety of all types of drinks. Food is good and large choice even for non meat eaters.
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Lara
Atlanta3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the tomahawk steak and it was a great experience. The vegetables that came with it were very tasty. The place is beautiful.
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Marti
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Asado Life has quickly become our favorite go to lunch destination. Food, service and atmosphere are all top notch. Highly recommend.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC12 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Just another great meal at Asado! Food and drinks were excellent as always. Thanks!
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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 337 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

Experiences are available.

173 Shipyard Wy, St. Augustine, FL 32084

Dining areas

Additional information

Phone number
(904) 501-1482
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Grill, Argentinean, American
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Thu–Sat 5:30 pm–8:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Matthew Brown

Asado Life

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

NEW Signature Asado Menu Selections

Jimmy Jam Fundraiser

Small Plates

Roasted Pineapple App$6.99

BBLT App$12.99

Smoked Fish Dip App$14.99

Choripan Slider$8.99

Focaccia Bread App$9.99

Hummus Plate App$8.99

Grilled Artichokes App$13.99

2 Pieces of Foccacia$3.99

Wings$15.00

Ceviche$16.00

Salad, Soup, & Sides, Menu

House Salad$12.50

Caesar Salad$12.50

Roasted Beet & Goat Cheese Salad$14.00

Street Corn Salad$15.00

Potato Salad$4.50

House Chips$4.00

Pasta Salad$4.00

Side House Salad$5.00

Side Caesar salad$5.00

Fries$6.00

Side of Rice(4oz)$4.00

Dessert

Seasonal Dessert Parfait$5.00

Citrus Olive Oil Cake$7.00

Dessert du Jour$7.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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