Good Eats

Good Eats

CAFÉ ONE
403 US-1
Ormond Beach, Fl 32176
See Map H-2 on Page 46
386-492-4873
cafeone.net
W –  F 6:30 am – 2 pm
Sa 7 am – 2 pm
Su 8 am – 2 pm
Breakfast, Lunch and Pinball!
Florida’s Original Pinball Arcade and Diner is renowned it’s terrific breakfast and lunch menu. Chef/Owner Karl Strode and his wife Sanya have created a magical retro eatery with terrific scratch made food and a wonderful collection of classic pinball games.  The traditional and eclectic menu includes thick cut, smoky good Bacon, Pancakes, homemade Sourdough French Toast, Belgian Waffles, Biscuits & Gravy, Breakfast Sandwiches and a full array of fluffy Omelettes and Eggs Benedict both prepared in almost a dozen different ways. The lunch options here are also endless with lots of soup, salad and sandwich options along with several House Specialties like the hand battered Fish & Chips, authentic Shrimp & Grits, and Chicken n’ Waffles.  Top it all off with a cold Craft Beer, Bloody Mary or Mimosa before hitting the pinball machines. Indoor and outdoor seating.

 

CRABBY’S OCEANSIDE
451 South Atlantic Ave
Daytona Beach, Fl 32118
See Map D – 8 on Page 46
386-400-5560
crabbysoceanside.com
Daily 11 am – 10  pm
Home of the Famous Cruzan Rum Crab Trap Bucket!
This award-winning oceanside favorite has an air conditioned indoor dining room, large outside bar, romantic beachside fire pit, and beautiful open air dining deck overlooking the Atlantic. Always super fresh and consistently prepared, the local catch here is as good as it gets. An endless menu of appetizers includes items like Baked or Raw Oysters, Jumbo Shrimp, Grouper Cakes, Conch Fritters and Crabby’s famous original recipe Clam Chowder. The main menu boasts a huge selection of fresh seafood, grilled steaks, bbq ribs, Alfredo pastas, and meal-size salads. Special Kudos go to the Sirloin Burger, Lobster Roll and Grouper Sandwich. FYI: Save room for the award-wining “Killer Key Lime Pie!” Live entertainment on weekends always draws a big crowd.

 

DINNER AND RIVER CRUISE
125 Basin St., Suite 140
Halifax Harbor Marina
Daytona Beach, Fl 32118
See Map G-8 on Page 46
386-402-1353
dineandcruise.com
Scenic Halifax River Paddlewheel Dinner Cruise
Enjoy delicious food and spectacular views on this fun 1-1/2 hour cruise along the beautiful Halifax River. Dinner onboard includes your choice of Ham, Pot Roast, Garlic Butter Shrimp, Spaghetti & Meatballs, Shrimp Scampi, or Roast Turkey with stuffing.  All entrees are served with garlic mashed potatoes, green beans, a roll and choice of dessert. Tickets also include  dessert, unlimited soft drinks or iced tea, music, sightseeing info, free parking and free raffle prizes. There’s also a full liquor bar on board with discounted drinks.  Seating is first come, first served. Adults – $25.95; Children 6 to 12 – $16.95; Children 3 to 5 – $11.99; plus tax, tip and $2.50 in port fees. Free for children two and under. FYI: Tickets must be purchased in advance.

 

DON PEPPERS MEXICAN GRILL & CANTINA
794 S Atlantic Ave
Ormond Beach, Fl 32176
See Map D-3 on Page 46
386-673-7668
donpeppersormond.com
M – Sa 11 am – 10 pm; Su 11 am  – 9 pm
Time-Honored Recipes from Jalisco, Mexico
Authentic hand-crafted Mexican food is the hallmark of this popular beachside Mexican cantina. Start things off with the homemade tortillas and fresh guacamole prepared table side; or the outrageous twelve shrimp cocktail served cold in a goldfish bowl-size glass with fresh cilantro, onions, tomatoes and fresh sliced avocado. The out-of-this-world Street Corn
is also noteworthy. In addition to the wonderful array of enchiladas, quesadillas, burritos, tacos and sizzling fajitas, you can also enjoy House Specialties like the Steak El Rey, a 12 oz hand-cut ribeye topped with shrimp and creamy sauce; or the Mariachi – fresh grilled fish topped with shrimp and sautéed with onions, tomatoes, cilantro and spicy Serrano. Great Margaritas and daily lunch specials, too. Muy bueno!

HYDE PARK PRIME STEAKHOUSE
Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort
100 North Atlantic Ave
Daytona Beach,  Fl 32118
See Map C-6 on Page 46
Tu – Th 4:30 pm – 9:30 pm;
Fr – Sa 4:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Sun 4:30 pm – 9 pm
Bar Happy Hour Tu – Fr 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Voted “Best Steakhouse” &  “Best Steak” throughout the US
Regaled as Volusia County’s best steakhouse, Hyde Park’s chef-driven menu features variations of its legendary aged, prime steak cuts, and chops, along with a truly incredible Dry Aged Cheeseburger and a daily menu of fresh fish and seafood. At the Bar and on the oceanfront terrace, you can order creative small plates up to one hour after the main dining room closes. The wine list here is also exceptional, offering more than thirty wines by the glass. If you appreciate really good craft cocktails, you may want to opt for the Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon Smoked Old Fashioned – simply amazing. Carryout, curbside pickup and delivery also available. Complimentary valet parking at the Hilton North Tower.

 

MAIN STREET STATION
316 Main St
Daytona Beach, Fl 32118
See Map J-13 on Page 46
386-214-1389
mainstreetlive.com
W – Su 1 pm – till?
Authentic American Garage Bar
Originally a full functioning garage operated by NASCAR co-founder, Bill France Sr, Main Street Station is now a one-of-a-kind vintage garage bar and live music venue. Boasting multiple open-air bars along with both indoor and outdoor stages, there’s no better place to dance with top DJ’s or rock out with live bands. Lots of special events all year long!

 

OCEAN DECK RESTAURANT & BEACH CLUB
127 Ocean Ave,
Daytona Beach, Fl 32118
See Map C-7 on Page 46
386-253-5224,
oceandeck.com
Daily 11 am – 2 am
Daytona Beachs only Oceanfront Live Reggae Night Club
Daytona’s legendary beach bar and restaurant has been delivering good food, good music and good times for over 50 years without skipping a beat. Fresh seafood is the mainstay here but you’ll also find a big menu with buffalo wings, steaks, sandwiches, salads and one of the  best burgers  on the beach. Like ribs? Order up the enormous rack of slow cooked pork covered with tangy BBQ.  It’s a real belly buster. With three oceanfront decks, lots of frozen tropical libations and live entertainment every night, the place never stops rockin’.

 

 

Takara Steakhouse & Sushi
5445 S Williamson Blvd

Port Orange, Fl 32127
386-756-6668; fltakara.com

M- Th 4 pm – 10 pm; F – Su 11:30 am – 11 pm
Lunch F – Su 11:30 am – 3 pm

Fresh, Healthy, Authentic Japanese Cuisine

This lively Japanese eatery is renowned for their market fresh ingredients,
boat-to-table sushi, creative Asian fusion, and the best tabletop hibachi shows in
Volusia County. The Tempura Platters here are to die for and the Japanese Golden Curry Dishes are exceptional.  There is also a HUGE Sushi & Sashimi menu that
includes so many head-spinning combinations that you’ll be hard pressed not to order several. Topping it all off is an extensive exotic drink menu that features an
outrageous “Flaming  Volcano Cocktail.” Handcrafted with gin, silver rum, dark rum, 151 rum, vodka, and an assortment of fresh juices, it will knock your socks off!