Mingo's House of Bait

About this shop

Mingo’s House of Bait is the kind of saltwater bait shop where the coffee is strong, the fishing stories get bigger by lunchtime, and there’s always someone ready to help you pick the right bait. Tucked along the waterfront in St. Augustine, this friendly neighborhood stop welcomes everyone from first-time anglers to seasoned captains heading out before sunrise. Grab your tackle, swap a fish tale, and ask Mingo what’s biting—you’ll usually get an answer and a story.

Our tanks stay stocked with live saltwater baits, including lively shrimp, finger mullet, mud minnows, pinfish, and blue crabs, with availability changing by season and the day’s catch. Whether you’re chasing redfish along the marsh, working the bridges for flounder, or heading offshore with a livewell full of pinfish, we’ll help you get ready. At Mingo’s, good fishing starts with fresh bait, local know-how, and one more cast.