Andersen’s Lodge
Riverfront lodging on the St. Johns in Welaka, with Andersen's Bar & Grill serving food, drinks and karaoke to guests and locals alike.
Eat & Drink
Family-run kitchens, cold beer with a view, coffee, packaged goods, and the kind of fish camps locals don't want you to know about.
Antonio's New York Style Pizza
New York style pizza made from its own recipe in the Palatka area since 2008, on Highway 17 in East Palatka, FL.
Asado Life
Argentinian-inspired live-fire grilling in St. Augustine, FL. Ember roasting, smoking, and open-flame cooking on the San Sebastian River.
Boat Bar
Bar inside Welaka Lodge with a deep list of beers, wines and signature cocktails, plus karaoke and live music on the St. Johns River.
Bog Brewing Company
Belgian-inspired ales, IPAs and classic lagers from a microbrewery in St. Augustine's Historic West King Street District, open since 2016.
Bomba's Home Cooking
Home cooking in downtown Welaka. Rotating comfort-food favorites at Bomba's on Elm St. Small-town warmth, big flavor. Let's eat, let's play.
Cheyenne Saloon
A bar on Highway 17 in East Palatka, Florida.
Chez Porky's & Whistle Stop Pizza
Pizza, wings, BBQ and burgers with outdoor dining on Highway 17 in Pomona Park, FL. Call ahead for takeout.
Corky Bell's Seafood at Gator Landing
Seafood and steaks at Gator Landing on the St. Johns River in East Palatka, FL. One of two Corky Bell's locations.
Cow Catcher
The Cow Catcher is a liquor store and bar in Pomona Park. Open 7 days a week. 1712 Hwy 17 Pomona Park, FL 32181 (386) 649-4429 Cow-Catcher
Dog Rose Brewing Co
Family-owned craft brewery in St. Augustine's Lincolnville, pouring handcrafted ales and lagers since 2017, steps from the historic district.
East Palatka Fruit Market
Roadside produce market on Highway 17 in East Palatka, FL, with the tables changing by season.
El Amigo Restaurant
Homemade Mexican food in Crescent City, from tacos, enchiladas and chile relleno to sopes, tamales and two-pound burritos.
Gem City Coffee
Welaka coffee roaster offering whole bean, ground, single-serve pods and cold brew. Currently mobile — check Facebook for where to find them.
Gnarly Gar
Satsuma marina bar on the water since 1968, with ice-cold drinks, karaoke, live music and some of the best sunsets around.
Hideaway Bar and Grill
Pomona Park bar and grill under new ownership, built around good food, live music and connecting the community across generations.
Lexi’s Deli and Cafe
Welaka deli and cafe with Cubans, Reubens and Italians, breakfast sandwiches, salads, smoothies and coffee, plus sliced meats and catering.
Log Cabin Winery
Log Cabin Farm & Vineyard in Satsuma, a former citrus and poultry farm turned winery, minutes from the historic St. Johns River.
Long’s Log Cabin Bar and Package
Historic Welaka bar established in 1929, veteran and biker owned, with live music, package sales and a fierce loyalty to locals.
Mema’s Family Restaurant
American family restaurant in Satsuma, FL, where plenty of folks will tell you the hamburgers are the best in town.
Musselwhite's Seafood & Grill
Fresh seafood, steaks and chops on Highway 17 in East Palatka, FL, voted Best of Palatka across several categories.
Old Coast Ales
St. Augustine microbrewery that grew from a 10-gallon garage operation into a local favorite, minutes from the historic district.
Palmeras Restaurant
Authentic Mexican restaurant in Crescent City with everything made from scratch, from enchiladas and fajitas tejanas to tacos.
Petey's Beer & Wine Garden
Open-air beer and wine garden in Newtown Alley, behind 715 St. Johns Ave in downtown Palatka. Come for the goats - Lil' P and Primrose - stay for the beer.
Pomona Park Pizza and Subs
Pizza, subs, salads, calzones, dinners, and much more. 1762 Hwy 17 Pomona Park, FL 32181 (386) 649-2333 pomonaparkpizza
Porky’s Lodge, Bar & Grill
Porky's Lodge, Bar & Grill in Georgetown, on the St. Johns at the mouth of Lake George. Old Florida resort feel, fresh food and sunset views.
Renegades on the River
Riverside tiki bar, marina and lodging near the St. Johns in Crescent City, with live music, karaoke, bait and boat rentals.
Saint Augustine Distillery
Locally owned artisanal distillery in historic St. Augustine, producing award-winning handcrafted spirits with a focus on craft and community.
Shrimps ‘R Us and More
Family-style seafood restaurant in Welaka with banquet rooms, a covered pavilion and tiki bars. Lunch and dinner daily, live music most weekends.
Tacos Mi Casita
Food truck on Highway 17 in East Palatka, FL serving barbacoa, carnitas, lengua and burritos, with outdoor seating.
The Farmhouse Bar and Grill
Crescent City bar and grill known for burgers and ice-cold drinks, whether it's a casual bite or a special occasion.
The Fillin' Station
Locally owned burger joint in downtown Palatka, FL serving handcrafted smashburgers, crispy fries, and classic comfort food. Dine in or take out.
The Lochside Restaurant, Bar & Marina
Waterfront dining with Scottish charm on Crescent Lake. Restaurant, bar, and full-service marina in Crescent City, FL. Tie up, drop in, and stay a while.
The Magnolia
Palatka cafe serving fresh breakfast, brunch and lunch with creative American favorites in a relaxed, welcoming setting.
The Oaks Golf Club
Eighteen-hole championship course in Crescent City with wide front-nine fairways, a tighter back nine, and a restaurant open to the public.
THE STAND – Matt and LuAnne’s produce
Family-run Satsuma produce stand serving Putnam County for 30 years, open daily with high-quality fruit and vegetables.
Three Bananas
Crescent Lake bar and restaurant reachable by car, motorcycle or boat, with deck drinks, burgers, wings and salads in a historic setting.
Velchoff’s Corner
Downtown Palatka restaurant pairing Southern comfort food with fresh seafood and a Cajun-inspired take on American classics.
Welaka Fish, Crab And Bait
Welaka fixture for fresh fish, seafood and famous blue crabs, plus bait, with quality overseen by 25-year crabber Bruce 'Bull' Horning.
Frequently asked questions
- Where can I eat in Welaka?
- Shrimps 'R Us and More does family-style seafood with tiki bars and live music most weekends. Lexi's Deli and Cafe handles breakfast, sandwiches and coffee. Andersen's Bar & Grill at Andersen's Lodge, Long's Log Cabin and the Boat Bar at Welaka Lodge all serve food alongside a bar.
- Is there a coffee shop in Welaka?
- Gem City Coffee roasts in Welaka, but is currently mobile with no storefront — check their Facebook page for where to find them. Lexi's Deli and Cafe serves brewed coffee, iced and frozen coffee drinks and smoothies.
- Are there breweries near Welaka?
- Not in Welaka itself. Log Cabin Farm & Vineyard is a winery in Satsuma, closest to town. St. Augustine has Bog Brewing Company, Dog Rose Brewing Co and Old Coast Ales, plus the St. Augustine Distillery. Petey's Beer & Wine Garden is an open-air beer and wine garden in downtown Palatka.
- Where can I eat on the water?
- Gnarly Gar in Satsuma sits on the water with sunsets and live music. Three Bananas is on Crescent Lake and reachable by boat. Renegades on the River has a riverside tiki bar, and Porky's Lodge in Georgetown looks out on the mouth of Lake George.
- Is there Mexican food near Welaka?
- Two places in Crescent City: El Amigo Restaurant and Palmeras Restaurant, both making everything from scratch.