Urban Brick delivered a mixed bag. Some slices hit, one definitely missed…read more The Bianca was the standout: simple, balanced, and really well done. The Diavola had a nice kick and felt a little adventurous in a good way. The Pepperoni was solid and reliable, exactly what you expect. Now the calzone... not for me. I was expecting a classic cheese-forward situation, but this was more of a chaotic mash-up of ingredients that didn't quite come together. Felt like a pizza identity crisis folded in half. The crust is worth noting, it has that cornmeal-style texture. If you like a slightly gritty, rustic bite, you'll be into it. Overall, good flavor, just know what you're ordering. Next time, I'm sticking to the pizzas and leaving the calzone in the box.

Review: Great Pizza, but the Dessert and "Default" Tips Left a Sour Taste…read more Rating: 3-Stars My sister and I were having a "Sister Day" in DeLand and decided to stop by Urban Brick after seeing a brick-oven pizza on someone's table that looked incredible. The Vibe & The Food: The place is super quaint and nicely decorated with both indoor and outdoor seating. Even after 2 PM, it was packed, which is usually a great sign! We shared a 12" Artisanal Margherita Pizza. If you like NYC-style thin crust but with that specific brick-oven char, you'll love this. The sauce was a bit on the sweeter side, which was a surprise, but it actually worked really well. Definitely a solid pizza. The "Foodie" Letdown: However, as a seasoned foodie who has been to plenty of places, I was really disappointed by the value and service at the end of the meal. I ordered a Tiramisu to go ($11), which is my favorite dessert. When I got home and opened the container, I was in total awe--it was arguably the smallest piece of cake in history. For that price point, I've had much better for much less. It was a major letdown after a good pizza. Service & "The Tip" Situation: The service also didn't quite hit the mark for me. Our waitress brought the menu, took the order, and delivered the food, but that was it. No check-in to see how the food was or if we needed refills. As a foodie, I appreciate the "hospitality" side of dining, and this felt very transactional. To top it off, when the paper check came, I noticed the suggested tip calculations at the bottom started at 20%, 25%, and 30%. They completely opted out of showing the standard 15% or 18% options. While I know I can calculate my own, it felt a bit forced. Giving a 20%+ tip at a fancy restaurant for attentive service is one thing, but for a meal where the server never checked back on us, it felt misplaced. The Verdict: The pizza and the area are great, but the experience was dampened by the tiny dessert and the pushy suggestions on the check. It's an "FYI" for those who value the full dining experience--come for the pizza, but maybe skip the Tiramisu and keep an eye on those tip percentages! Yelp Tip: Margherita pizza is excellent and perfectly thin! Foodie Warning: The Tiramisu portion is tiny for $11, and the printed check suggestions skip the 15%/18% options.

I had gnocchi $23, my husband and daughter had individual pizza $20 each…read more No salad or bread included. We ordered 2 desserts. Which were good. Our bill was over $100(not including tip)!!!! We will not go there again. Father's Day you'd expect the restaurant to be packed. But there were only two tables serving. The open sign wasn't even on

Service was good and food looked promising. We had wings-dry and a little burnt a carnivore pizza-…read moresolid, gnocchi with meatballs -ok and the eggplant rolatini was def good just cold. They fried it and filled with ricotta and made it cold. I will say my pasta Alfredo side was best thing. Sauce was amazing and homemade. The Prosecco was cold and delish and we enjoyed our server. All in all ok for deland but needs some refinement

Italian food review at Positano Italian Restaurant in DeLand!…read more We tried the chicken parmigiana and penne alla vodka with chicken. Lunch came to $39 before tip, including a Diet Coke and water. The food was good, and I'd give the taste an 8/10. However, I was hoping for a little more of a "wow" factor, especially in the presentation. I'll admit I'm a tough critic when it comes to Italian cuisine because of my Italian background! Overall, Positano is worth a second visit. Next time, I'll try something different and see if I find that extra-special dish. Our server was attentive and did a great job! Have you eaten at Positano in DeLand? What should I order next? #ItalianFood #DeLandEats #CentralFloridaFoodies #ChickenParmigiana #PenneAllaVodka

The complimentary bread was good, but for the rest of the meal, the tomato sauce was not good. It…read moretasted ketchup and needed more herbs. The same sauce was used for dipping the mozzarella sticks (tasted very frozen), the calzone, and the spaghetti. My wife used most of a container of parmesean trying to help the flavor. She said the parm was even off.

Years ago, we used to visit this exact location when a cozy little Cuban restaurant was doing…read morebusiness here. We loved the place, especially their homemade Sangria, which was excellent, along with the wonderful food. Well, things change. Over time, the Cuban restaurant closed. I'm not sure what occupied the space in the interim, but worry no longer. DoBro's has moved in! It still has that same cozy, comfortable feel that makes you want to sit down, relax, and stay awhile. Service? We were served by Jessica M., who was everything you could ask for in a restaurant server--quick, friendly, and loaded with helpful knowledge and advice. Our drink orders were taken, and then we noticed, much to our delight, that they also offer both red and white Sangria. Of course, we had to try it. Some sacrifices simply have to be made in the name of research. The Sangria was every bit as good as we remembered from the old Cuban restaurant days. The menu offers plenty of choices, including a large variety of pizzas, salads, lasagna, and a host of other Italian selections. There are also sandwiches, Stromboli, and plenty more. In other words, there's a lot to choose from. The bar is beer and wine, along with the Sangria, which was perfectly fine with us. I selected a large Traditional Classic thin-crust pizza, while my wife went with the Buffalo Salad. The pizza was excellent, and there was enough left over for me to take some home for later--which is always a good sign. My wife absolutely raved about the salad and liked it so much that she was already talking about coming back. So, it looks like another trip to DoBro's is in our near future. Good food, good service, a comfortable atmosphere, and Sangria that brought back some great memories. Yep... DoBro's. It's that good! Enjoy!

Dobro's was a really solid surprise. Great flavors all around and everything tasted fresh without…read morefeeling too heavy. The dough was light with a good texture, and the marinara and cheese combo worked really well together. We tried the pepperoni with extra cheese, the Chicago-style traditional hand tossed pizza, and the Stromboli. The Stromboli was especially cool because they serve it in individual rolls instead of one giant piece. Such a smart idea and perfect for sharing as a group appetizer. Even with just cheese, the flavor was excellent. The prices were very reasonable for the amount and quality of food we got. Overall, everything came together really well flavor-wise, and the order online and pickup experience felt worth it from start to finish. This will likely become my new go-to pizza spot in the DeLand area.

I have been several times. I have great food and great drinks and a relaxed atmosphereread more

Abbey Bar is located in Deland, we recently visited with some friends who live closer to the area…read more This was quite the drive for us in Winter Garden, so I don't think it would be a place we would go a lot but we did enjoy our time there. This will definitely be a place to go when we visit our friends. This is what the name implies, a bar, nothing else. They have tables, seating at the bar and high-top tables. They have a few food options, mostly appetizers with a few sandwiches and quesadillas. We did not get any food since we had just eaten dinner. Apparently, their cowboy candy is the most popular item, its candied jalapenos over cream cheese with crackers. Maybe next time. They do sell bottle beer; it is really what most of the alcohol consists of. They do have their menu divided into categories so if you know what you are looking for it helps. They also have draft beer which rotates throughout the year, so there might be something new on the menu. I personally am not a huge fan of specialty beer like sours, and porters, but my husband is so he really enjoyed looking through the different options. I honestly cannot remember the two beer my husband tried but I know one had a really high ABV and the other one was really sour. He seemed to enjoy both, so I guess that's good. I choose to get a glass of wine instead. They have only a few wine options but also have mead. I have never had it before, but our friends were very much fans of it. The wine selection is small, but I just went with a Moscato. All in all, this is a fine bar if you are in the area. I would say if you were not a beer fan this might not be for you. They do not make any liquor style drinks only beer and wine. All in all, not bad, we would for sure go back when visiting friends in the area.

I went in and saw all of these people with hoagies about the size of their hands or longer and I…read morethought that was a whole sandwich. So I ordered a whole sandwich and what came with something that was probably 15 or 16 inches long! When I first paid for it and it was 20 bucks, I was surprised at the price! But then when the sandwich came, it made sense! The service was great! The dining area is quite small, but I took my sandwich back home to the hotel. I ordered the Christina with spicy mustard and it's delicious. The hoagie is perfectly baked crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside!

This is a tiny sandwich shop on the main drag in downtown Deland. There are only a few tables, so…read moreit is more of a takeout place. This is a counter service place. The sandwiches come out fast. The real hero here is the bread. The bread takes the sandwiches to the next level. It is a little pricey, but everything is these days.

Looking for pizza? Look no further. We've been coming to…read morethis spot since the early 1990s--back when it may have had a different name--but one thing hasn't changed: it's consistently been a great place for pizza (with the usual beer and wine to round things out). The interior hasn't changed much over the years. The flooring and booths look just as I remember, though the tables in the back might be newer. Either way, it's clean--and that's what counts. It's actually a bit nostalgic... like stepping into a time capsule where the pizza never let you down. We stopped in around 3:30 on a Friday and were surprised to find it incredibly busy for that time of day. No problem--the staff handled the crowd like pros. And while the pizza is very good (which is the main event), don't overlook the service: professional, friendly, and fast. Prices have always been fair--something that feels almost nostalgic these days too. So really... why go anywhere else for a pie? Enjoy!

Went for a lunch they were quite busy. I ordered the tour of Italy with lasagna, baked ziti, and…read morestuffed shells. Definitely a small place to enjoy your dinner. You may have to wait if they're busy but service is great.

I don't usually leave reviews but this place definitely earned one…read more I took someone here for a first date and honestly i was a little nervous because it was her first date in years. I really wanted everything to go well and from the moment we sat down i could tell we picked the right place. Our server Dalia was amazing!!! she was so kind and welcoming and somehow made everything feel relaxed and comfortable. she was attentive without interrupting us and really helped make the whole night feel easy and natural. And her suggestions helped! The drinks were incredible the food was incredible too. you can tell they really care about the quality of what they serve. everything tasted fresh and was cooked perfectly. we were both talking about how good everything was the whole night i also have to give a huge shoutout to the manager Michael. you can tell he runs a tight ship because the service from everyone was outstanding, even with the restaurant being busy. he still took the time to stop by our table, check on us, and make sure everything was going well. he made us feel like VIPs instead of just another table between the amazing food, Dalia helping make our night feel so comfortable, and Michael making sure everything was running so smoothly, i couldnt have asked for a better place for a first date. definitely one of the best restaurants in Deland and we already agreed it was so good we need to go back for date #2

Thoroughly enjoyed the environment,our server, & the food! Will most definitely be back often…read moregiven we're local. A favorite!

Food was excellent Service was spot on…read moreDon't let the location (a strip mall) deter you

A cute little cozy resturant in the heart of downtown. You can't go wrong here. We have been at…read moreleast a dozen times, and I would have to say the Moussaka is my favorite. Their Baklava is some of the best. Staff are kind and it's such a quiet atmosphere it's a great place to relax. Never had a bad experience and I nearly always take home leftovers with the large portions.

I've been a customer at Gaff's for years, but my recent pre-order experience has unfortunately…read moreended that relationship. I ordered 5 lbs of bone-in short ribs weeks in advance for Thanksgiving--at the staff's own suggestion when I inquired about availability. I provided my pickup date and time as requested, and received two confirmation calls leading up to the holiday. Despite all this preparation, the actual pickup was frustrating and disorganized. When I arrived at my scheduled time on the day before Thanksgiving, the shop was using the standard take-a-number system that completely ignored appointment times. The chaos was predictable--dozens of customers were there for pre-orders--but the system failed at multiple points. Numbers were called too quietly in a loud, crowded shop, and the LED display wasn't consistently updated. Staff gave customers mere seconds to respond before moving to the next number, causing people to be skipped repeatedly. I waited 40 minutes past my scheduled pickup time. When I finally reached the counter, my order wasn't prepared. After weeks of advance notice and multiple confirmations, they had a 3 lb package and a 12 lb package available--neither matching my 5 lb order. I settled for 6 lbs (half of the larger package), which required additional cutting and another 10-minute wait. What's most disappointing is that this was entirely preventable. The day before Thanksgiving is obviously their busiest day of the year, but it's also completely predictable. Pre-orders were advertised in-store for over a month. Simple measures--dedicated staff for pre-orders, a separate pickup area, orders prepared ahead of time--would have prevented this chaos. Instead, the staff seemed dismissive when confronted with their lack of preparation. I understand holiday rushes can overwhelm any business, but this wasn't a rush--it was a failure to plan for a workload they actively solicited and had weeks to prepare for. For a business that asks customers to plan ahead with pre-orders, I expected them to do the same. I won't be returning.

This is one of two locations of Gaff's Quality Meats and Specialty Foods. I believe the original…read moreone is in Port Orange, Florida and this location is a bit east in DeLand. Since I heard such great things about this butcher and since I would be driving by (well, actually I was driving down Interstate 4 and it was only about four miles off the highway), today would be the day I would check this place out. By the way, I have not been this way for quite some time and it certainly has changed and grown. Anyway, I pulled into the parking lot of Gaff's and found it to be an attractive stand alone building. Parking was good and the exterior was clean and inviting. Walking into the establishment, I found it to equally clean and the store was well situated and again, very inviting. The staff was nothing short of incredible and customer service was definitely a high priority with the management here. I was continuously greeted by the team and they were extremely attentive without being overly so. There is a deli counter, a seafood counter, the shelves were filled with great specialty items and the meat counter, where the emphasis of this business lies, was filled with some great looking beef, pork and chicken. I am a huge fan of sausage, so I gravitated towards there. The friendly young man behind the counter recommended the hot Italian sausage, so I got four of them (which was well over a pound). Since I like spicy food, I also opted for their bratwurst with serrano and cheese. I should have also gotten some of their lean ground sirloin, it looked great. I had the spicy bratwurst today. I had it with thinly sliced cooked onions and a quality mustard and while I have had better, it was definitely very good. I would definitely recommend here and will return here. Great service and very good quality food make this place a winning combination. Check it out. I am sure that you will be a fan of this establishment.