50 Best American Restaurants near South Daytona

“Fantastic place. Their Thursday night Ribeye special is amazing! Even with as busy as they were, the staff was spot on and you waited for nothing. We will absolutely be back with food and service as great as their’s was“

“First time visiting - I’ve always heard great reviews My Mom eats organic so we went to check it out for family dinner Beautiful dining room as well as outside seating / I believe they have an event space as well - tucked in venue off US 1 - you’d never know it’s back there We started with lobster bisque - flavorful and tasty Had steaks as entrees - cooked as requested - seasoned well with mash & veg Hubby had sea bass - fresh and flaky with rice & veg This restaurant is a “special occasion “ type place for us - but worth its reputation“

“Some people really love the " old school" , neiborhood taverns, this is it , people are real , bartenders , and customers , we somehow lost this guess what it does exist now and then , just look a little bit , great owners , wonderful thing 😉🤗 R Rick , luv ya , smiles“

“I love this place their only downfall is they arent open for dinner.. Indiana tenderloin, biscuits and gravy, corn beef omelet, country fried steak ALL DELICIOUS!“

“First time visiting - I’ve always heard great reviews My Mom eats organic so we went to check it out for family dinner Beautiful dining room as well as outside seating / I believe they have an event space as well - tucked in venue off US 1 - you’d never know it’s back there We started with lobster bisque - flavorful and tasty Had steaks as entrees - cooked as requested - seasoned well with mash & veg Hubby had sea bass - fresh and flaky with rice & veg This restaurant is a “special occasion “ type place for us - but worth its reputation“

“Had the pleasure of eating dinner here last night , staff super friendly, food was awesome!!!“

“Where to begin?! We went for supper last night with a friend visiting from out of town. It was a first time for all of us and we were absolutely BLOWN AWAY! From the tastiness of a simple appetizer [herbed bread with butter, pesto, and olive oil for dipping], to the incredible entrées [filet medallions with Parmesan risotto, chicken carbonara], and ending with one of the most decadent desserts [brownie a la mode] we had ever had, all of us left talking about it and planning our next visit. It was so, so delicious. We were able to speak with the manager Nick, and he was beyond pleasant and friendly. My husband and I have both worked in restaurants before and to see a manager take such time and care in ensuring guests are happy and enjoying themselves is next level service. Our waitress Katelyn was wonderful as well, and funny by joining in and cracking some jokes back at my husband. We cannot say enough positive things about SoNapa, specifically this Ormond location. We will most certainly be back and highly recommend going to see for yourself! No photos because we were living in the moment and savoring every single bite!!“

“Absolute fantastic place to eat ! Every dish was phenomenal. It’s a rare gem ! So happy we ate here . The food the atmosphere the waitress was most memorable place this vacation time around. Big thank you“

“Our family absolutely loved it! I had a Model A and it was delicious!“

“Marisa was amazing the food was perfect. Best place I been in Daytona ever“

“I love farm to fit. The food is exceptional, so fresh. I love the salads. You can taste how fresh everything is, plus the owners are so down to earth and if you want a little change on anything they do everything they can to make you happy. I want to eat there everyday.“

“We had our first breakfast at Tim's Corner Restaurant today. Everything was great. The food was just as ordered, the waitress was informative and engaging. We'll definitely return and recommend Tim's to friends and family. 💯“

“Budget Tip: If you want the experience without the $200 price tag, their Happy Hour (usually until 5:30 PM or 6:00 PM) offers $10 cocktails and smaller "Spott Sliders" or "Hot Honey Shrimp" for $12–$16, which can bring a meal for two down to around $80–$100.“

“I just had the best Philly cheesecake I have ever had! Everyone that works. Here is absolutely wonderful. Very friendly environment. Desserts are fabulous. I will definitely be back.m“

“5 stars! Best hidden gem in Daytona !!!“

“First time there and patty melt was awesome. Our waitress (Teresa) was awesome with the 14 of us. She has her act together.“

“Great place all the way around! Awesome food! Great staff! Don't skip out on outside area just because it's a little chilly out. The wind blocking curtain and heaters make it such a cozy spot!“

“Daytona Dog Beach Inc hosted our April Paw Ambassador Celebration at Ormond Garage. The outside patio served as the perfect setting where our volunteers could choose to bring their pups along too. Frank, GM, and Joy, our waitress welcomed us warmly, anticipated our needs and delivered excellent food, drinks, and service. They had signs welcoming us, introduced our guests to their dog-friendly menu and dog loyalty cards. The pups who ordered from the menu gave it a "paw-five". Thank you to Frank, Joy, and the entire team for a "paw-fect" evening. 🐾💜🐾“

“My boyfriend and I played here on our Florida vacation and really really enjoyed it! The course was beautiful and everyone there was so incredibly kind! My boyfriend even won the raffle! Perfect day to wrap up our vacation. We will definitely be back for sure!“

“Everytime I come here I feel like I have Mark as our server! He’s wonderful! So polite and social and on top of it! I was feeling bad about breaking my foot and he stopped to have a conversation with me that made me feel so much better…. I’ve been coming here for forever and I have zero bad things to say! Great food, great staff, great customer service! Thank you for everything you do guys!“

“We felt very comfortable in your restaurant, enjoyed the food and the service was excellent“

“I've searched for the authentic German schnitzel mit spatzle...this place is the best.“

“Great breakfast rite buy the beach“

“Our favorite place in NSB. The Irish Eggs Benedict is a must try! And the Staff is outstanding, always! 💯“

“Thank you for such a warm welcome and great service, we loved our visit to the Monkey Morning Cafe!“

“Service was excellent once again! Had Lori and she is so attentive! Food was good, but the service is AMAZING! Never had an empty glass. Definitely will return“

“The food was great but the service was terrible, either train your servers or get new ones who know what they are doing. Charging 20% Surcharge was uncalled for for a party of 6, the server deserved $0.00 for tip! The wine glasses were cheap and a disgrace for the good wine. If you want to be upscale you have to do better.“

“My husband and I's first visit tonight & it was fantastic! I ordered the Paradise Salmon with Apple-Mango Salsa, yellow rice & black beans, and steamed broccoli. My husband ordered the September Feature Swordfish along with fries and grilled asparagus. Everything was so delicious. The Swordfish was thick with good seasoning & flavor. My salmon was honestly the best I ever had. Our meals came with a side of rolls that were fresh and warm. Service was top-notch and meals came out freshly made. Would highly recommend & we will be back on our future trips to Daytona. Thank you❤“

“LOVE! amazing food!! New specials all the time“

“excellent food, drinks, and service. Michele was our server and extremely knowledgeable of ALL menu items. If you like bloody Marys, the Holy Mary was delicious, just like an appetizer...lol. I highly recommend the place and Michele!“

“Well I must say I had a wonderful experience last Last Week when I visit Midtown Cafe The Plant base Burger was so Delicious I never had a plant base Burger that tasted so good, the Atmosphere was pleasant and Clean staff was very friendly I would recommend this place for the best plant base burger, trust me you won’t regret.“

“We’re visiting from CA and my local friend suggested we come to the bar here for a nice cold beer. As we’re here enjoying our drinks, I learn this place is also a shooting range that rents.

What I didn’t know was that I need to do that BEFORE having a drink, which makes perfect sense. I’m coming back!!!“

“Brooke was fantastic, fun environment. hugh portions. great night“

“We tried this local restaurant today for the first time. The food was terrific, cooked perfectly. The “fish camp fixings” was a nice addition. Our server was friendly and efficient. We dined outside to enjoy the beautiful day. The children’s playground out there seemed out of place. It took away from the esthetics of the place and the whole dining experience.“

“My family hosted an 80th birthday party at Flagsticks and it was amazing! John and his staff were extremely attentive to our needs and requests during the planning, the implementation and execution of the party. The food display was magnificent. The service was superb and the attention to detail was on point. This location is the perfect spots for locals to host events!“

“😍They are the best, great selections on food and gifts at their country store“

“We stopped by for lunch and were rested right away. The host and waitress were very friendly. They start you off with sweet butter croissants which were awesome. Then you have a pretty good selection of southern comfort food for all under or around $20 each.“

“We had such a great experience at Hooligan! Our server, Sam, was incredibly accommodating and had such a great energy and spirit. She took the time to genuinely converse with us, made us feel very welcomed, and was so warm and attentive throughout our visit.

The chicken wings came out fresh and were absolutely amazing! Everything felt clean, well-kept, and inviting.

The manager, Wade, also stopped by our table, and he was just as pleasant. He had a great attitude and really made us feel appreciated for choosing to dine there.

Overall, we had a wonderful experience, and the great customer service from Sam and Wade really stood out. We’ll definitely be back!“

“The food is absolutely the best in new Smyrna! the black and mahi is to die for service is great. I must try.!“

“Good restaurant, liked the food and the staff was friendly. You do need to check into the community as a guest, so just drive up to the gate and let them you want to go to the restaurant. I had a burger and it came with am inch thick patty!“

“Best breakfast in town, been going since the 90’s.“

“What a hidden gem! I've lived in Ormond Beach for 10 years and just discovered this delightful restaurant.
I can honestly say it's some of the best food I've had in the area.
The backdrop of the airport is a plus.“

“Friendly atmosphere drop your cares at the door! A place that makes you smile“

“Such a laid-back and Chill Spot to take a lunch. Not to mention the wonderful customer service and staff. If you notice, the more years go by the more we lack in customer service. Will this place just restored my faith in the field of customer satisfaction. Food is top quality with premium ingredients and very well reasonably priced. I will be back at least once or twice a week. Thankfully I only work walking distance.“

“very good healthy food nice clean environment“

“We had Cortney as our server today. She was really awesome, great energy, and attention. We ordered boneless wings, highly recommend them. Ask for Cortney, she’s the best!“

“Such a wonderful addition to Canal Street. The atmosphere is quaint, the food so good, service outstanding. Husband had hamburger and French fries, I had Eggplant Parmigiana with a very fresh side salad. I felt the prices very fair and the menu to suite many tastes. . It will become one of my favorite restaurants in New Smyrna.“

“Always enjoy my meals whenever I go…..“