Dock and Dine: 4 Restaurants to Visit by Boat in Daytona Beach, Florida

Jonathan Timianko

Feb 18, 2024 — 2 min read

The Halifax River, part of the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW), makes an excellent waterway for boaters navigating the Daytona Beach area. Whether you’re in Daytona Beach or nearby Palm Coast, these restaurants are convenient to visit from private boat slip rentals. Let’s check out some of the best restaurants to grab a bite to eat via boat.

Chart House

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Located on the Halifax River, Chart House offers fine dining and stunning floor-to-ceiling waterfront views. Boaters can dock at the nearby marina and enjoy a seafood or steak dinner with a picturesque backdrop. The menu features spiced ahi, herb-crusted prime rib and filet mignon.

Off the Hook at Inlet Harbor

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Off the Hook at Inlet Harbor, situated on Ponce Inlet, is a popular spot for boaters. The restaurant has its own marina, which makes it easy for visitors to arrive by boat from a private boat dock for rent. Enjoy live music and waterfront views while dining on Hawaiian-style cuisine, poke bowls, burgers, ribs and fried fish platters.

Boondocks Restaurant

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After a day of fishing, snorkeling and watersports, Boondocks, located on the Halifax River, provides a relaxed atmosphere and seafood-focused menu. Boaters can dock at the restaurant's marina and dine on the outdoor deck. Choose from char-grilled burgers, tropical drinks, grilled fish and pasta.

Our Deck Down Under

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Located under the Dunlawton Bridge along the Halifax, Our Deck Down Under offers lots of slips to dock a boat from private boat lift rentals. Slips are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Choose indoor seating or outdoor dining for wonderful sunset and water views. The menu features homemade shrimp and grits, smoked baby back ribs, conch fritters, Philly steak and cheese sandwiches, yellowfin tuna sandwiches and sea scallops.

The next time you’re cruising around the Daytona Beach area, check out some of these dock-and-dine restaurants. Enjoy the sunset, take a break from fishing or spend a leisurely day away from a private boat slip rental. Happy boating!

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