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    Boondocks Restaurant

    4.0 (835 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, American
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    BOONDOCKS RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Shrimp dinner with Cheddar Mac and Cheese
    Jacqueline C.

    Fantastic!! The wait was about 45 minutes, but in all fairness, we had 12 people. Bartenders were on point. Food came out hot, and was really tasty. I got the SHRIMP DINNER with Cheddar Mac and cheese. My sister got a salad with lightly blackened shrimp. All in all, great experience. See pics!!

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    Anna E.

    The food was great. The service was great. Great view of the water. Drinks were weak which was the only downside.

    Tacos with home made chips
    Steve R.

    I do recommend this place if you're looking for an old Florida seafood restaurant on the water. The menu isn't extensive and nothing is fancy by any means but it's a local hangout with a marina attached to it. The service has been good and quick Just remember it's a local place and not a fancy chain Food is tasty and served hot

    Blake M.

    This place is tucked away on the water behind Ponce Inlet. I've been there a few times. The staff is always friendly and the place has great outdoor seating. The food is ok but nothing to go out of your way for, I usually go for the water front location.

    Steamed Shrimp
    Susie R.

    Boondocks is a must when in Daytona! It never disappoints for the coldest beer in town and the best steamed shrimp! The service is always great and the view of the river is spectacular! My favorite restaurant and holds many wonderful memories of meals past!

    This is the house salad with galic/blackened Fish and it's absolutely delicious and so healthy!
    Jay M.

    Living in Central Florida gives us a chance to visit the beach often and we've found some really neat beach spots! Boondocks is definitely one of those chill spots with beachy vibe! The service has always been so friendly and efficient! The food is so delicious and they have very fresh salads and you can top them with your choice of different protiens such as fish! We've also tried their delicious burgers and tune melt sandwiches! However, our favorite is the Tiki bar to just chill and watch the river and boats! It's a bit hidden but well worth trying!

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    The food is great. The service is great. You cannot beat the beautiful. I think they have the best hamburger around and it's fresh.

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    A perfect casual spot on the water! Service was outstanding and the food was delicious. Fish Ruben a must have.

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    6 months ago

    Food has gone downhill a bit, however the service was great! Our server Chuck was very attentive and simply had a great attitude!

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    Food was good and the fish fresh. The onion rings yummy. Nice view of the marina. The waitstaff pleasant , we went for sunset

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    11 months ago

    We had an awesome experience . The food was delicious. The servers were really good asked and alert on our needs. Very prompt service

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    Everything is super. Sometimes, when busy the service is slow. But the location, staff and customers are very relaxed.

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    1 year ago

    The food was great, if i was in the area I would definitely recommend, crab legs cooked to perfection and mahi mahi tacos were so yum 10/10

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    Ask the Community - Boondocks Restaurant

    Do you have a full bar? Someone said it was beer and wine only?

    Full bar! My favorite is the goombay smash with captain Morgan in it !

    Do they cook your catch here?

    Yes, we do cook your catch! Come see us after your fishing trip!

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    Aunt Catfish's - Omelette and pancake station - brunch

    Omelette and pancake station - brunch

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    Corn bread, broccoli and cheese casserole, beets and cinnamon buns including fish spread

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    Stopped here for brunch before heading home after a quick staycation beach getaway. Party of 8, 4…read moreadults, 4 kids. Walked in without reservation and were seated right away. Our friend highly recommended this place and it lived up to the hype. Incredible service. Rich history. Amazing food. Beautiful beachfront views. It was a chilly, windy day so they had the wind blockers down which was perfect with space heaters on. Very comfortable and even for 50 degrees. Table had: fish Reuben, steak & egg Philly, Monte Crisco, chicken & waffles, kids Mac & kids tenders + ahi taco & shrimp appetizers. Everyone left with full happy bellies. Kids meals served in a fun paper camero car that they can take home. Our kids split the chicken and waffle meal which was perfect amount of sweet & savory and enough food for 3! Loved the history and spent lots of time looking at collection of NASCAR memorabilia. The kids enjoyed the gift shop too.

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    Racing's North Turn - Lots of great racing history

    Lots of great racing history

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