Okay, you got me, I love Southern and Creole food and well, travel. Which is why I am coming to you today with scrumptious Harry’s Seafood, Bar & Grille. Again, amazing old structured building along side a precarious two way road where it meets the ocean. St Augustine is about a three hour drive from where I live and it is one of the most enchanting places I’ve been to in Florida and I’ve lived in Florida longer than I’d like to say.
Harry’s was built in the late 1700’s hundred’s making it a part of the city’s rich history. The atmosphere is filled with rustic charm as soon as you walk in, thanks to the exposed brick walls, wooden beams, and antique furnishings. The atmosphere of the restaurant is almost like being in a time capsule, which goes hand in hand with the historic feel of the city. Harry’s Restaurant is well known for its unique menu, which combines Southern and Creole flavors. Dishes that are full of flavor and rooted in tradition clearly reflect the culinary influences of New Orleans. Everyone can find something on the menu, from vegetarians to seafood lovers, and there are a variety of options to suit different tastes.
The Shrimp and Scallop Orleans, a delicious combination of perfectly seared shrimp and scallops served with a mouthwatering sauce and resting on a bed of creamy cheese grits, is one of Harry’s signature dishes. This dish’s flavors are a beautiful fusion of Southern comfort food and Creole spices. The Bourbon Street Salmon is a great option for those looking for something different. It comes marinated in a spicy bourbon sauce and is served with garlic mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables. The Blackened Veggie Pasta, which combines pasta and sautéed veggies with a delicious Creole cream sauce, is one of the restaurant’s vegetarian selections.
Either way as much as I like being surrounded by brick and mortar the outside seating brings a certain je ne sais quoi. The brick and glass, vines and the scent of ocean on the air Harry’s brings it all. If I were you I’d pack my bags and head south or east depending where you are and grab a bite or two.
As always, Keep On Brewin.