500 South

Meet the Chef

Chef Brett Smith is the Executive Chef at The Renaissance Resort at World Golf Village in St. Augustine, Florida. Prior to joining The Renaissance Resort at World Golf Village, Smith served as the executive chef de cuisine at Sawgrass Marriott in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida for the past seven years. Prior to that, he was the executive chef for the San Francisco Marriott Fisherman’s Wharf for three years. He also has served as banquet chef at the Sawgrass Marriott, and as chef de cuisine at the Boca Raton Marriott.

Alberto Avila is the Restaurant Chef for 500 South Restaurant & Lounge. Noted for his creativity and flare, Avila comes to The Renaissance Resort at World Golf Village from its sister hotel, The Renaissance Oklahoma City Convention Center Hotel and Spa in downtown Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He served for two years as Restaurant Chef and Restaurant Manager for the AAA Four-Diamond hotel, which is known for its exceptional cuisine.

500 South an american grill

500 South Legacy Trail • St. Augustine, Florida • 32092 • Phone: 904.940.8623

Website: www.worldgolfrenaissance.com/Dining/500South/

The resort takes pride in offering guests an indigenous dining experience. 500 South boasts striking architecture, a picturesque full-length wine wall, colorful accents, chic hardwood floors, warm wood tones, and dramatic lighting. Adjacent to the restaurant is the 500 South Lounge, where micro-local sips are enjoyed among many conversational seating areas. Anti-luxe selections offered daily with a diverse menu, comprehensive cocktail list, and extensive wine list.