Daytona Beach is on the Atlantic coast in Florida, about 60 miles east of Orlando and the Walt Disney World theme park. Daytona is famous as the spring break vacation destination for college students. The Daytona International Speedway features exciting NASCAR races: such as Daytona 500, NASCAR’s biggest and most prestigious car race, and the Pepsi 400.
The fine dining restaurants of Daytona are a great way to relax after a day of sunning on the sandy beach, or sightseeing. Following are the top restaurants in Daytona Beach.
Azure The Shores Resort & Spa. Fine dining on the oceanfront, offers ocean views while enjoying dinner. Azure serves breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week. Entrees include: Cast Iron Seared Cobia, Stone Roasted Black Grouper, Shrimp & Grits, Atlantic Coast Bouillabaisse, Florida Lobster Tail. and Five Pepper Rubbed Filet Mignon. Azure is a Trans-Fat Free Dining Restaurant, committed to healthy cuisine. AAA Four Diamond. 2637 South Atlantic Avenue, Daytona Beach Shores, FL. 1-386-767-7350.
The Cellar Restaurant. Fine Italian Dining. The Cellar is located in the historic home of President Warren G. Harding. The menu features Antipasti, Home-made Pasta, Meat Entrees, Fish and Desserts. Entrees include: Seafood Ravioli, Roast Boneless Breast of Duck served over Lentils and Pancetta, Scaloppine of Veal, Giant Shrimp and Snapper and Fillet of Salmon roasted with Herbs. Home Made Desserts include Tiramisu Fiorentino, Apple Strudel, Chocolate Torte, Baby Chocolate Cake with Molten Chocolate Center an White and Dark Chocolate Mousse. 220 Magnolia Ave, Historic District Daytona Beach, FL. 1-386-258-0011.
La Crepe la Haut French Restaurant, The menu is based on the traditional French Nouvelle Cuisine cooking methods. Sample entrees include: Dover Sole, Shrimp sauteed in wine butter, Shelled Main Lobster in light cream sauce, Veal Medallions and Chateaubriand for two. Deserts include Praline crepes, Chocolate Espresso Cake and Chocolate Mousse. Fountain Square, Ormond Beach, FL 1-386-673-1999.
Stonewood Grill and Tavern. Upscale dinner establishment. The Winter Seasonal Menu includes Grilled Rosemary and Garlic Lamb Chops, Chef Mike’s Oak -Grilled Sirloin with cognac Peppercorn sauce, Prince Edward Island Fresh Mussels sauteed with garlic and Fresh Oak Grilled Trout topped with asparagus and sun dried tomatoes. For dessert, try a Chocolate Toffee Kahlua Mousse with golden toffee crumbles. 100 S. Atlantic Ave, Ormond Beach, FL. 1-386-671-1200
Martinis’ Chophouse. Sophisticated atmosphere serving New American cuisine. The menu changes daily for absolute freshness. Entrees include Filet Mignon, Atlantic Cobia, Grilled Delmonico Ribeye Steak, Port Osso Bucco, Jumbo Shrimp Paella, Yellow Fin Sushi Grade Tuna and BBQ Grilled Chilean Salmon. Sweet desserts include Creme Brulee, Chocolate Flourless Cake with White Chocolate Ganache and Double Chocolate Cake. 1815 S. Ridgewood Ave., South Daytona, FL. 1-386-763-1910.
Byron’s Grill, 701 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, FL. 1-386-257-6606.
Sapporo Japanese. Steak House, Sushi Bar, Traditional Japanese Dishes and Lounge. There are two locations. The location at 3340 S. Atlantic features 6 Hibachi tables where master chefs prepare and cook food at your table. The location at 501 Seabreeze Blvd. features two dining rooms: you can watch food being prepared at your Hibachi table or site in the traditional dining room. 1-904-257-4477.
Hog Heaven BBQ . Real pit Bar-B-Q features Pork Ribs and Baby Back Ribs. 37 N. Atlantic Avenue, Daytona Beach, FL.
Ormond Steakhouse. Serves wood fired steaks, fresh seafood, ribs, chicken and chops. 324 North Nova Road, Ormond Beach.
Charlie Horse Restaurant. Located on the Daytona Beach Strip. Family owned and operated restaurant served Charbroiled Steaks, Fresh Seafood, Hot Wings, Baby Back Ribs and Crab Legs. 810 South Atlantic Avenue, Ormond Beach, Fl 386-672-4347.
Peach Valley Cafe. 185 E. Granada Blvd. Ormond Beach, FL. 1-386-615-0096.
Billy’s Tap Room and Grill, Established 1922, this restaurant serves lunch and dinner. The dinner menu features appetizers, salads, sandwiches, fish & seafood and beverages. Dinner entrees include Maryland Style Crab Cakes, Shrimp Scampi, Char-Broiled New York Strip Steak, Filet Mignon au poivre and Chicken Al;Orange. Cocktails, wines, beers, specialty drinks, cordials and after dinner drinks are available fro the full bar. 58 East Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL. 1-386-672-1910.
Maria Bonita Mexican Restaurant. 1784 Ridgewood Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 1-386-767-9512
Information is subject to change. Contact the restaurants for additional information and to make reservations.
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