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    Shady Oak Restaurant

    3.8 (44 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood
    Open 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Frog legs
    Janeth O.

    Kelly, our server was so kind. Food was great and inexpensive. Beer draft was literally cheaper than the sweet tea (never seen that before) . Sat outside to see the sun go down but then the mosquito came after us so we moved inside.

    Shady Oak Potato plate. Breakfast of champions!

    My kiddo and I happened to be canoeing past this restaurant this morning and noticed folks on the patio having breakfast. We stopped in and had an incredibly delicious breakfast. I have lived in the area for over 15 years and never realized this place existed. Service was friendly and the view of the river was relaxing. We will be back for lunch or dinner sometime soon!

    Gator bites
    Crystal O.

    Surprising little gem on the river! This itty bitty shack has great service, wonderful views of the river and good seafood! We ordered gator bites for an appetizer and they were cooked perfectly! I have had gator that was overcooked and chewy- this was was cooked right! Hubby and I enjoyed the nibbles before our meals came out. I ordered the coconut shrimp basket with pina colada dipping & onion rings on the side. The pineapple with the coconut shrimp was a delightful taste combo! Onion rings were very good too! Hubby enjoyed a combo platter- with white fish, scallops & shrimp! He had fries and applesauce as his sides. His dish was so huge he had a hard time finishing! He didn't even eat the fries! The fish was too good to not finish! Hubby even popped his head into the tiny kitchen to tell the cook that the food was amazing! They do allow smoking on their outside porch- and the smell seeps into the main restaurant. I have severe allergies and it was bothering me- but another guest was complaining about it too and she was further away from the porch area! That was the only ding about the place! Everything else was great~

    When they said "fingerlings" I thought they meant something that resembles fish sticks.

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    2 years ago

    Catfish fingerlings and fries with sweet tea! The dock is great to sit on and watch the boars go by.

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    Food is priced right and is good. The view is nice. Chicken wings are very good. It is a nice place for a casual lunch or breakfast.

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    2 years ago

    Always love their burgers. And the hush puppies are the best!! Great with a Miller Light on tap!

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    Shady oak staff was awesome. The Gator tail is the best on the menu. The hush puppies not so much. Great for a quick lunch.

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    5 years ago

    I wouldn't suggest eating here the foods not to good and lots of flies the service is decent I guess but I don't know

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    Stopped in for lunch and was asked to leave because of a family member with disability.

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    Food is always decent for the price and sitting outside on the water is so enjoyable on an early weekend morning.

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    Ask the Community - Shady Oak Restaurant

    What has happened to this restaurant? We went by and it is all boarded up. Anybody know? We used to love taking the grand kids here in the boat.

    1/24/2018. The renovation looks almost complete. I called the bait shop next door. They say, "They're waiting for inspections. Probably will open some time in February" I… Read more

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    Quite the yummy dinner in Deland, FL. I didn't had…read morereservations but was able to snag a table after an hour wait. The wait was worth it! We ordered the short ribs, piccanha, and prime rib. All three dishes were well thought out and executed. I want to go back soon! The atmosphere was very cozy and modern, service was attentive. Kinda feel back I forgot to take more photos before tearing into my meal...

    I'm not bougie enough to use the phrase "a phenomenal dining experience" so I'll just say this…read moreplace is good as fuck and definitely worth a dinner. Reservations very strongly recommended, we didn't do that. Quoted a 45 minute wait but seated in about 20. Service was outstanding, even given the fact that the other members of my party are rank Philistines. Bartender, server, chef, runners, literally everyone was as impeccable as anyone has ever uttered the words "impeccable service." The food was very, very good. I had a salad with ahi that had exactly the right proportions of every ingredient. Everyone else loved their entrees, however which I won't get into since the menu changes frequently. Scratch kitchens like this make what they can with what they get, and this one is shining example of how good that can be. Dessert was one of the best slices of cheesecake I've ever had, and a gelato flight with some insane flavor profiles. It was, in a word, outstanding. 4 (extremely good) martinis, app, two entrees, two dessert, clocked at a reasonable $140 pre-tip. Go here and eat a succulent meal. Worth every cent.

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    Nice N Easy Oyster Bar & Grille

    4.2(111 reviews)
    5.7 mi
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    Oysters, wings, and burgers done right…read more The Oyster Bar in Orange City is one of my go-to spots when I want a meal that hits every time. The vibe is laid-back, the service is friendly, and the food is the real reason I keep coming back. First off, the **oysters** are the star of the show. They have **so many different ways to order them**, which makes it fun because you can switch it up depending on what you're craving. Whether you want them classic, dressed up, or with more flavor and heat, there's always an option that feels like the right move. And then there are the **wings** -- seriously underrated. My favorite is the **mango habanero** flavor. It's got that perfect balance where you get the sweet first, then the heat kicks in and keeps it interesting without being overpowering. Crispy, saucy, and consistent every time. Don't sleep on the **burgers** either. They're filling, well-seasoned, and cooked right -- the kind of burger you actually remember after you leave. Everything comes out hot, the portions are solid, and the quality feels like they take pride in what they serve. If you're in Orange City and want a place with great oysters, killer wings, and a burger that doesn't disappoint, **The Oyster Bar** is absolutely worth stopping in for.

    While driving up to DeLand to our dog vet. We decided to grab some lunch and beers. Saw this place…read morewas up the block from Florida wild so we decided to give them a try...plus the reviews seem pretty good. I love hidden gems and this is definitely a nice little hidden gem. As soon as we walked in we were greeted by Kasey who was amazing. I loved that they have outdoor seating as well, there is definitely space to sit indoors and outdoor. Food: Cocount shrimp and fries. The fries were cooked to perfection so were the shrimps. French ave fries this dish is topped with chicken (grilled, blackened or fried) with cheese, bacon, lettuce etc...we tried blackened which was as good as I expected it to be. Next time we will definitely do fried :) Energy was great, service was excellent. We will definitely come back on a Tuesday or other weekday where they have specials and deals!!!!

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    I wasn't a fan of the spices but it was perfect for temp I requested

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