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Manatee Cafe

525 State Rd 16, Saint Augustine, FL 32084-3840
904 826-0210
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Price range: $0 - $8
Cuisines: Vegan, Vegetarian, Eclectic, Sandwiches
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch
Description: Quaint cafe located within westgate plaza, just miles from downtown st. augustine. AC, comfortable table dining/seating, Manatee motif, modest grocery area.
Restaurant details
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch
Description: Quaint cafe located within westgate plaza, just miles from downtown st. augustine. AC, comfortable table dining/seating, Manatee motif, modest grocery area.
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Senior Contributor
46 reviews 46 reviews
41 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2013 via mobile

Stopped in for lunch on our way through St. Augustine and were very pleased with our decision to stop. Our dinners were delicious. Servings were generous.. Lots of interesting choices for vegan meals. We will seek out the Manatee Cafe when we are in the area again.

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April 28, 2013

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Venice, FL
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11 reviews 11 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2013

After spending the morning at the touristy spots, we found this great little place for lunch. Flavorful, healthy, light fare - perfect for hot Florida temps. My omnivore family were all happily surprised with the selection and delicious choices. We were there early for lunch and got right in, but the place filled fast. A definate must for anyone with... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2013

We were looking for a place to have a healthy breakfast while on vacation. On our last morning in St. Augustine we found this little gem of a place. We would have gone back several times if we had found it earlier. As I can't have gluten, eating here was a joy as many of the menu items could be... More

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Victoria, Canada
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13 reviews 13 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2013

This is a wonderful luncheon joint. It is located in a nondescript strip mall outside of downtown St. Augustine. You'll need a car to get here. It was packed at lunch when we went there, so the wait was about 30 minutes for a table. We had barely sat down when the waiter came to take our order. Thankfully we... More

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Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
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126 reviews 126 reviews
83 restaurant reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2013

Small cafe atmosphere. Gets quite busy on the weekends, so be prepared for a wait. The breakfast omlette is amazing with the salad w/basil dressing. Awesome gluten-free french toast. GF Pancakes a little rubbery. Have not tried the waffle. The Mixed Veggie juice is a tasty fresh blend. Service is quick, but do not expect the warm fuzzies from most... More

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Panama City, Florida
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11 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 24, 2013

Healthy choices, great combos, wonderful flavors...lots of vegan choices, but also serves turkey and chicken

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Bradenton, Florida, United States
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3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 21, 2013

Found this quiet, relaxing restaurant close to where we stayed in St. Augustine. I didn't know it was vegan, etc., and I love my bacon and eggs. I got 2 eggs poached, Hash browns and wheat toast. Eggs were huge and perfect and hash browns were perfect, crisp and Delicious. Coffee yummy. My sons had pancakes, whole wheat and fresh... More

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Winston Salem, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 19, 2013

Hubby and I are traveling thru...stopped by for a quick lunch at the Manatee (4 miles off 95). As a vegetarian, I was in heaven with all the choices. #1 Veggie Burrito was scrumptious and filling. Hubby, a carnivore, enjoyed the Cajun chicken wrap. Everybody's Happy!!! Looking forward to dining here again on our trip back home.

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North Georgia
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55 reviews 55 reviews
29 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 16, 2013

What a great find! We went here with friends, and will go back. The food is healthful as well as good! Lots of choices for vegetarians and vegans as well. Some very different, interesting choices, it was hard to choose, so will just have to go back!

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Saint Augustine, Florida
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6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 5, 2013

This one the best for vegan, veggie or ever a unique chicken wrap... I ate there dozens of times, and you always come out happy knowing that you just had a healthy and delicious meal

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