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A multi-story white building with a red tile roof and glowing string lights, identified as "Casa Reina Taqueria & Tequila," is bustling with patrons on its outdoor patios and balconies. Palm trees wrapped with lights stand in front of the building, which features arched openings and black umbrellas. In the foreground, people walk along the sidewalk and a white car is visible on the street, while a red brick building is seen next door.

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Casa Reina, a taqueria and tequila bar in a 120-year-old Spanish Colonial Revival building, has bold, modern Mexican decor and a terrace overlooking the Bridge of Lions.

An aerial shot captures a vibrant, two-story white building with a red tile roof, likely a restaurant, bustling with patrons enjoying outdoor seating on both a ground-level patio and a rooftop terrace. Palm trees dot the exterior, and a street with parked cars and a police vehicle runs alongside the building, with a body of water visible in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

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Romantic walks along historic streets, sunsets on the waterfront, and a history rich in Spanish influence have always been the main attractions in St. Augustine, Florida, the oldest city in the continental U.S.

An overhead shot captures a vibrant spread of dishes on a wooden table, featuring a platter of two generously filled tacos with steak, avocado, and corn. Also on display are a bowl of salsa, a basket of tortilla chips, and a plate of five chili rellenos drizzled with white sauce and ground meat. Two cocktails, one garnished with a lime and orange slice and the other with a dried orange.

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Another of downtown St. Augustine’s new restaurants, Casa Reina (or “Queen’s House”) features a fusion of Mexican, Latin American, and Florida coastal cuisine. From a prime location in historic downtown St. Augustine, Casa Reina offers amazing views of the St. Augustine Plaza, Matanzas Bay and the Bridge of Lions from the rooftop and porches.

A scenic view from an outdoor patio, overlooking a bustling waterfront road with cars and a yellow school bus. Beyond the road, a marina filled with sailboats and yachts stretches into the distance, flanked by palm trees under a clear blue sky. A black flag with "Casa Reina" written on it is visible.

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If you want to sip on a margarita while enjoying the flavors of Mexican cuisine, this place is a must! It is located in St. Augustine’s historic downtown area, on the bay front at the foot of the Bridge of Lions.

A platter holds two crispy golden-brown chicken each generously topped with melted cheese, diced avocado, pico de gallo, and cilantro. A white cream sauce is drizzled over the toppings, contrasting with the creamy orange sauce beneath.

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There’s no denying the allure of St. Augustine, particularly the downtown historic district and the city’s waterfront. Taking full advantage of these natural attributes is a new dining spot, Casa Reina Taqueria & Tequila (1 Anderson Cir., 295-3847). The restaurant borrows influences from the city’s Spanish roots but does so with contemporary style.

A spacious and stylish bar area featuring a long, polished wooden bar counter with numerous bar stools. A bartender is actively preparing drinks behind the bar, which is well-stocked with various liquor bottles on shelves, and illuminated by unique hanging woven light fixtures. The space is further enhanced by decorative tiled patterns on the bar front and a vibrant blue and white tropical leaf wallpaper on the far wall.

Sleek, contempo Casa Reina Taqueria & Tequila now anchors St. Augustine’s dining scene

The restaurant, at 1 Anderson Circle, is situated in a prominent location on the west bank of St. Augustine’s Bridge of Lions and features panoramic views of the city’s famed bayfront and historic district.