Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in Daytona Beach

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants that have the most vibrant bar scenes in Daytona Beach? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

63 Sovereign

5.0

5 (578)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Ormond Beach

About the restaurant

63 Sovereign is on a mission to bring together all of the characteristics associated with a great dining experience. Delicious food and drink, prepared and served to you by a passionate team of professionals in a charming and comfortable setting.

We believe that dining is more than a routine. It is an experience that ties us to our roots, keeps us connected and provides fuel for the soul.

Our menu is a progressive interpretation of cuisine from around the world. A carefully curated raw bar highlights an excellent selection of cold water oysters. Our seasonal selections feature ingredients that change throughout the year, while our staple menu showcases many of our traditional favorites.

Top review

kasey

Dined 4 days ago

Great experience… such a treasure in Ormond beach

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Popular dish

Charcuterie Board

Martini's Organic Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (1023)

$30 and under

Organic

Daytona Beach

About the restaurant

Organic and Natural is what we do. Contemporary American Cuisine, grown and harvested locally and prepared in the freshest way possible. Grass fed beef, wild caught fish and a menu that changes weekly to capture the freshness of the seasons. Homemade seasonings with no preservatives, preparing each dish to order and timing the food perfectly will tantalize your taste buds.

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Erin

Dined 4 days ago

Our dinner at Martini’s was wonderful. The food was absolutely delicious; one of the best filet mignons I’ve had. Service is always attentive. A great place to enjoy an evening out.

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Filet Mignon Spring Rolls

Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse - Daytona Beach

4.8

4.8 (2174)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Daytona Beach

About the restaurant

Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse is an award-winning prime steakhouse specializing in aged USDA prime steaks. Located on the beach at the Hilton Hotel–Ocean Walk Village, the restaurant offers a chef-inspired menu featuring variations of its legendary aged prime steaks, daily chef’s fresh fish features and great seafood. Walking distance to the Daytona Beach Bandshell, boardwalk amusements, Peabody Auditorium, Ocean Walk Shops and Movies, and the Ocean Center. Guests can dine in style, in the beautifully appointed dining room or for a more casual experience, enjoy the outdoor dining terrace & bar, overlooking the beach. Award-winning menus, the extensive wine list and impeccable service are why Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse is the top-rated fine dining restaurant in the greater Daytona Beach area, for intimate dinners, business and corporate dinners, family gatherings, special occasions and events. Private dining rooms available. Complimentary valet parking (with validation).

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Rod

Dined 2 days ago

We celebrated our anniversary and were treated like royalty. The service was impeccable and the food outstanding. A perfect night!

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4.8

4.8 (703)

$30 and under

Italian

New Smyrna

About the restaurant

Limoncello South is a sister restaurant of Limoncello North. Chef Gary is world-renowned for his amazing Italian Cuisine. We are open for dinner only. We have live music on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.

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JoanneVIP

Dined on Dec 14, 2024

We had a Christmas party for 10 people in the private room and our dinner was fabulous! Our server, Ed, was great! Food and cocktails were delicious! Desserts were light and yummy too (Limoncello cake and pistachio cake)!

Rose Villa Ormond

4.8

4.8 (1138)

$31 to $50

American

Ormond Beach

About the restaurant

Comfortable casual and drenched in Southern charm, the Rose Villa combines its polished easygoing atmosphere with Southern cuisine, classic craft cocktails and an ample selection of Wines. Enjoy Chef Sylvia Kerry Herrera's signature Southern Fried Chicken or her award winning Shrimp and Grits. Each guest that walks through our doors is sure to have a story to tell. Built in in late 1800's Rose Villa was established as a boutique hotel and bed and breakfast in 1901.
The Gazebo is open for cocktails, lunch and dinner during the temperate months. With a relaxing fountain and abundant florals, the Gazebo and back porch seating is a great place to enjoy the Rose Villa. Dogs Welcome!
Upstairs is the Southern Speakeasy, "Whiskey at the Rose" and is making quite a stir among Bourbon aficionados with an array of high end Bourbons. Chef Sylvia has also gotten in on the action offering small plate appetizers and food tastings designed around whiskey and Bourbon during special events.

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Betty

Dined 5 days ago

The food was delicious, the service was great. Loved the gingerbread Christmas decorations. The price was on the high side but all in all a great evening.

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Signature Fried Chicken

4.8

4.8 (101)

$31 to $50

American

New Smyrna

About the restaurant

Two NSB locals, Terrence Dever and Greg Gabringer, had a vision to create a new dining experience combining an eclectic menu with a comfortable atmosphere, all while providing patrons with a true taste of the area.

At the core of The Spott's culinary excellence is its dedicated kitchen team, led by Executive Chef Vaughn Metcalf. With a focus on quality and a relentless commitment to perfection, the kitchen staff embodies the ethos of The Spott, ensuring that every dish reflects the restaurant's dedication to excellence. From the fresh, local selection of ingredients to the execution of each dish, every aspect of The Spott's culinary experience is meticulously crafted to delight diners.

If you are interested in a party of more than 8 people or in our AMAZING chef's experience, please contact Terrence at 386-478-8509 or Greg at 386-478-8509.

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Krissy

Dined 2 days ago

We had an incredible dining experience! The fish bite appetizer was perfectly crisp and flavorful, the burger entrée was juicy and cooked to perfection, and the special sausage entree was a standout with its bold, delicious seasoning. The ambience was energetic and inviting, creating the perfect backdrop for a great date night experiemce. A huge shoutout to our server, Eric, who was attentive, friendly, and made the evening even better. We can’t wait to go back soon!

Chart House Restaurant - Daytona Beach

4.6

4.6 (4625)

$30 and under

Seafood

Daytona Beach

About the restaurant

Chart House is a fine dining restaurant serving seafood & steak and famous for their spectacular views. For more than 50 years, Chart House has redefined the ideal dining experience. With 26 waterfront and showcase locations ranging from the historic to the unforgettable, Chart House restaurants specialize in dazzling views, unique cuisine and exceptional service. From fresh fish specialties and seasonal seafood to slow-roasted prime rib and craft cocktails, the renowned chefs of Chart House have tailored a menu that adds a unique touch to local flavors. And the Chart House happy hour is a guest favorite, where guest favor our signature cocktails and delicious bites you are sure to enjoy. Our original Hot Chocolate Lava Cake is the perfect end to a memorable dining experience at Chart House. Chart House offers the ideal setting for your next event. We would be happy to assist you with all the details of your special occasion.

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Kimla

Dined 4 days ago

Seating with a water view made my husband’s birthday particularly special and memorable. The personalized menu was unexpected and unique! Thank you.

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Stonewood Grill & Tavern - Ormond Beach

4.6

4.6 (2493)

$30 and under

American

Ormond Beach

About the restaurant

Stonewood Grill & Tavern offers a complete dining experience for both your eyes and your palate. You don’t want to have just another ordinary night out — so tonight, make it extraordinary!

We oak-grill each steak to lock in its juices and enhance its natural flavors. Plus, only the freshest seafood has the honor of being prepared by one of Stonewood’s gourmet chefs.

Adding our innovative wine list featuring rare selections and exceptional pairings makes Stonewood a great place for couples, friends, and coworkers, for date night, happy hour, special occasions, and holiday parties.

So the next time you’re looking for the perfect night out, come to Stonewood Grill & Tavern.

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Pat

Dined 1 day ago

Food was wonderful and service was outstanding! It is always a special occasion when we go to Stonewoods in Ormond Beach!

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Popular dish

Filet Mignon

Stonewood Grill & Tavern - Daytona Beach

4.5

4.5 (1507)

$30 and under

American

Daytona Beach

About the restaurant

For all reservations, please call the restaurant directly at (386) 317-0097.

Stonewood Grill & Tavern offers a complete dining experience for both your eyes and your palate. You don’t want to have just another ordinary night out — so tonight, make it extraordinary!

We oak grill each steak to lock in its juices and enhance its natural flavors. Plus, only the freshest seafood has the honor of being prepared by one of Stonewood’s gourmet chefs.

Adding our innovative wine list featuring rare selections and exceptional pairings makes Stonewood a great place for couples, friends, and coworkers, for date night, happy hour, special occasions, and holiday parties.

So the next time you’re looking for the perfect night out, come to Stonewood Grill & Tavern.

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LeeVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Very enjoyable Christmas dinner with friends. Food and service were excellent.

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Popular dish

Shrimp & Scallops

Blue Flame at The Daytona

4.5

4.5 (190)

$30 and under

American

Daytona Beach

About the restaurant

Sip and savor in style at the Blue Flame bar, the ideal destination to unwind and mingle amongst the best brews and creative cocktails reflecting the historic excitement of racing.

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Jennifer

Dined on Dec 8, 2024

Overall, we had a good experience. The bar is great! The ambiance is great! Service was good but they seemed a bit short-staffed so I think normally service would be great. I ordered a salad which was nothing extraordinary (it was a salad after all) but it was fresh and sized appropriately for an entree salad. My husband ordered the fish sandwich and enjoyed it immensely. He said the fries were some of the best he’s had. We’ll definitely return.

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Experience

Christmas Dinner 2024

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