ABOUT LATE RISERS
Every dish we serve is scratch-prepared and made to order. Each time you join us you will enjoy an elevated hospitality experience at a fast casual price tag. Give us a ring to find out how we can serve you our chef crafted menu at locations in and around St. Augustine, or right from your driveway for special events and catering.
Read MoreWe are also focused on creating an eco-friendly, sustainable business. We responsibly purchase our inventory from local purveyors and utilize recyclable, sustainably sourced & post-consumer paper and plastic goods. We will never serve you single use plastics or styrofoam, and we support local environmental organizations like Keepers of the Coast, Matanzas Riverkeeper & the Green Hands initiative at the St. Augustine Amphitheater.
MEET THE CHEF
Our founder, Chef Elizabeth Simms, is a classically trained chef with more than 15 years in the hospitality industry. She is fiercely passionate about local and seasonal cuisine and has had the opportunity to participate in that process all over the world in varying cuisines and venues.
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Her journey in hospitality truly began working as part of the award-winning team at Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink in Grand Cayman. The creativity and talent of the chefs, along with the opportunities following that position to travel and soak up culinary culture across Europe, pushed her to cross the line – moving from front of house management into the kitchen with a comprehensive culinary education at L’Academie de Cuisine in Maryland.
For the next seven years, Chef Elizabeth worked for elite restaurants, catering companies, resorts and butcher shops in Washington D.C., Australia and the Florida Keys – beginning as a Line Cook and quickly moving through the ranks as a Sous Chef and Chef de Cuisine.
Since 2018, Chef Elizabeth has applied her skills and passion to Late Risers Bar & Grille and Food Truck in St. Augustine, constantly striving for an excellent culinary experience for all guests.
WHERE TO FIND US
Every day is an adventure… and we want to fuel yours! We live our life outdoors, enjoying all our beautiful beaches and parks, playing ball & disc golf, scuba diving and supporting local farms and businesses. We can’t wait to share with you how good our life tastes!
Check out our upcoming public events, listed below! Looking for an elevated food truck or catering experience? Get in touch via phone, email or the contact form on this page for more information!
KAVA & CANVAS POP-UP
Thursday, April 17 5-8pm
Kava & Canvas Lounge located at Unify Tattoo on US 1 near downtown – it’s an 18+ event with Little Blue Cooler Productions & The Morrow Family Band
MOTHER’S DAY JAZZ BRUNCH
Sunday, May 11th 11am-2pm
St. Augustine Wine & Food Festival located at Ancient City Farmstead
Tickets are available for purchase on the festival website
SERVICES
As our food truck is a fully mobile kitchen, we can provide high quality catering for any special event in virtually any location. From catering all of your wedding events to making delicious memories at social and corporate celebrations, we specialize in crafting custom menus for any event – including beverage services and full catering rentals.
We also provide Private Chef Services. Whether you are looking for a multi-course, upscale dinner in your home, a private cooking class or a corporate retreat at your short-term rental, let us help you make every meal an elevated experience!
SAMPLE MENUCheck out our social media for examples of the experiences we create!
This is the full food & beverage menu we served at the Bar & Grille at the St. John’s Golf Club in Spring 2024. We specialize in crafting custom menus with locally sourced ingredients for any type of event – from cheeseburgers to caviar!
PARTNERSHIPS
Azar & Company, Jacksonville FLBeacon Fisheries, St. Augustine, FLBen Wells Produce, St. Augustine, FLBlackberry Pig Farm, Hawthorne, FLBlue Buddha Exotic Foods, Jacksonville, FLInland Seafood, Tucker, GAScreaming Peacock Coffee, St. Augustine, FLVillage Bread & Bagel, Jacksonville, FL
Sizemore Ultimate Food Trucks, Bunnell, FLSt. Augustine Weddings & Events AssociationSt. Augustine Yacht ClubSt. John's County Chamber of CommerceTringali Barn at Heritage Farms
CONTACT US
Please fill out the form below to the best of your ability so that we can get started on planning your special event! If you’re not sure about any of the details below, please just let us know in the fields provided, or explain more about your upcoming event in the message section.