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Mojo BBQ Old City

Slow-smoked BBQ in historic St. Augustine

Looking for the best BBQ in St. Augustine? Old City delivers authentic, wood-fired barbecue just minutes from the nation’s oldest city. Known for slow-smoked meats, bold flavors, and a relaxed atmosphere, we’re a favorite for both locals and visitors exploring St. Augustine.

From brisket and ribs to house-made sides, every dish is prepared fresh daily with a commitment to quality and tradition.

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Visit Mojo Old city St. augustine

Conveniently located in St. Augustine, Mojo Old City is easily accessible from downtown and the surrounding neighborhoods.

5 Cordova Street St. Augustine, FL 32084

Hours

Sun – Tues: 11am – 9pm
Wed – Thurs: 11am – 10pm
Fri – Sat: 11am – 11pm

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A Historic St. Augustine BBQ Experience

Old City offers a comfortable, laid-back setting perfect for families, gatherings, and casual dining. With a full menu, bar, and plenty of space, it’s a go-to spot for the local community.

Whether you’re visiting historic St. Augustine or a local looking for great BBQ, Mojo offers a laid-back setting, full bar, and consistently great food just outside the busy downtown area.

Catering

BBQ Catering in St. Augustine

Planning an event? Mojo BBQ proudly serves St. Augustine and nearby areas including St. Augustine Beach, Vilano Beach, and Ponte Vedra. Mojo BBQ offers full-service catering for weddings, corporate events, private parties, and special occasions.

From drop-off catering to full on-site smoker experiences, we bring authentic, slow-smoked BBQ to your event. Whether you’re hosting a celebration in historic St. Augustine or along the coast, we deliver bold flavor your guests won’t forget.

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What people are saying

“A favorite for BBQ in At. Augustine, Mojo Old City is known for its flavor, atmosphere, and consistency.”

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APPRECIATING WHISKEY

Look

Before you do anything, look at the whiskey. You can learn a lot from its color. Generally speaking, the darker the whiskey, the older it is because whiskey gets its color from contact with the oak barrel during aging. The type of barrel matters as well. For example, a scotch whisky being aged in a bourbon barrel that has been used several times is not going to pick up as much color from the barrel. If that same whisky was put in a used sherry or port cask, it will pick up some of those colors in addition to the oak barrel.

Smell

You can smell more from your whiskey than you will ever be able to taste. Most master distillers and blenders work primarily by nosing, not tasting. So, always smell your whiskey before you taste it. Don’t shove your nose into the glass or the alcohol will be too dominant. Gently raise the glass to your nose until you begin capturing the aroma. Think about what you smell. Closing your eyes can help you differentiate between aromas.

Taste

Make sure you coat your entire tongue and let it linger on the palate before swallowing. Does it taste the way it smells? Do the flavors evolve on the palate or stay the same? Does the whiskey feel thick or thin? What flavors do you taste? After you swallow, does the flavor linger or quickly fade away? Sometimes the alcohol is too intense to fully appreciate the whiskey. Add a couple drops of water at a time to the whiskey till you find your comfort zone. Not only does the water lower the proof of the whiskey, it can help open up the aromas of the whiskey.

Mojo Airbnb Location

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We have a beautifully renovated 2 bedroom apartment above the restaurant. Stay with us in the Historic District while visiting St Augustine! Book it today through Airbnb.

FAQS

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Where are you located?

We are in the heart of St. Augustine's historic downtown 

Do you take reservations?

We always honor walk-ins, but we do take reservations through OpenTable. If you have a party of 8 or more, we require you call us directly at the restaurant so we can best accommodate you. During the holiday season, our little downtown is bustling with visitors and locals soaking in the lights and joy, so we just as that guests anticipate the high volume at our own restaurant and everywhere else too. 

What is the parking situation?

We have a lot attached to our restaurant, but we have reserved it for staff, our catering van, and the AirBnB guests above us. Parking had greatly affected our employee's ability to arrive on time, so we made our lot Employee Parking Only to provide our staff a stress-free and prompt start to their shifts. The City of St. Augustine has an online resource for public parking in the downtown area - look for the blue and white "P" signs! Parking in downtown St. Augustine can be tough when it's busy! Luckily, they've made our little town so walkable.

Are you dog friendly at Mojo Old City?

You know it! Don't get mad at us if we excitedly serve your pups before we serve you. We always have water bowls for dogs on hand! We have two large patios to accommodate all our furry friends.

Is it possible to reserve the entire restaurant?

We have rented out our restaurant in the past! We'd be happy to do it again. Call us here at the restaurant or our catering department to inquire about us hosting your event!

Do you have a happy hour?

All hours spent at Mojo are happy ones, but the Happiest of Hours occur Monday-Friday from 3-6 where we off $1 OFF our beer and wine, and $2 OFF signature cocktails and house liquor.

DO YOU HAVE LIVE MUSIC?

We have not booked live music in many, many years. If that changes, we will make sure everyone knows it! 

WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PULLED PORK AND NORTH CAROLINA PORK?

Our Pulled Pork platter is smoked pork shoulder that we pull to order. There is no sauce served on it and it's way too tender to slice. North Carolina Pork is where we finely chop that same pork shoulder and then toss it in our housemade Carolina Vinegar to give it a tangy bite. Our "baby red" slaw (cabbage, ketchup, and sugar) is served on the side to give it crunchy textural contrast.

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