There’s a new fish camp in St. Augustine When it comes to finding freshly prepared seafood in Northeast Florida, locals will tell you to go to a fish camp. Historically, fish camps were the places that men would set up camp alongside the water, fish all day, then enjoy their catch in the evening with a few drinks and tall tales. The design of fish camps today pays delicious tribute to this remarkable heritage, especially at the recently opened St. Augustine Fish Camp on the bank of the San Sebastian River. Located a stone’s throw from St. Augustine’s historic attractions, just south of the St. Augustine Distillery, and nestled into a seafaring port that includes both working fishermen and recreational sailors, this exciting new eatery caters to locals and visitors alike. While you won’t have to catch your own fish, there’s an exceptionally well-stocked bar with an esoteric selection of wines, local brews, bourbons, and spirits; an extensive menu of seafood dishes inspired by Southern culinary traditions; and a warm, friendly, and casual vibe that makes visitors feel more like family than guests. The restaurant itself, expertly designed by the renowned Jacksonville architectural firm Cronk Duch Architecture, is built on a foundation that once supported a commercial scallop operation. While the only evidence of its history are the doors that serve as a decorative backdrop in the reception area, the restaurant has an aesthetic that is directly influenced by its working waterfront. Complete with an 80-foot dock for individuals who prefer to arrive by water, a coquina beach that runs along its bank, and plenty of outdoor seating, this is the perfect spot to eat, drink, and enjoy the passing parade of commercial fishing boats, recreational craft, kayakers, and the occasional pod of dolphins. Operated by restaurateurs Ben and Liza Groshell, St. Augustine Fish Camp is the seventh restaurant to open as part of their incredibly successful family of restaurants and fish camps managed by the Southern Table Hospitality group. “This stretch of the San Sebastian River is very much alive. Based on numerous requests from our patrons for a Fish Camp in St. Augustine, we knew the aesthetic and vibe of this working waterfront would be an ideal location,” Liza Groshell says. “The restaurant is conveniently located near St. Augustine’s historic district. It has plenty of parking, lots of...