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Thousands of families make Daytona Beach their vacation destination — a choice that is made for a number of reasons! From the 23 miles of wide, open beaches to the water park slides, and from the laser tag games to the marine science explorations — there is no end to the fun that awaits visitors of all ages here. 

But all that fun in the sun can work up an appetite in your vacation crew, so before they get “hangry”, head to one of these seven favorite family-friendly restaurants to refuel!

Besides just being a fun destination with lots of outdoor and children’s activities, Daytona Beach encourages family visits with a variety of hotel deals, special packages and restaurant discounts. For example, on Tuesdays from 5 to 8 p.m., you can tap into Family Nights at ONE DAYTONA. Essentially, a number of restaurant and retailer discounts will be available to you, ranging from kids-eat-free deals to BOGOs, $5 movie tickets and other significant savings.

Be sure to ask your hotel about any family packages or restaurant deals they might offer you — and then eat up! You’ll need lots of energy to return to the beach to splash the rest of your vacation away.

Dancing Avocado Kitchen

110 South Beach Street, Daytona Beach

If you’re looking for a hearty breakfast or delightful lunch after a morning of exploring downtown Daytona Beach, head to the Dancing Avocado Kitchen. Conveniently located on South Beach Street, this spot features a number of healthy and vegan-friendly dishes like house-made hummus, vegan baba ghanoush and the vegan avocado hummus wrap. Have some picky eaters in your crew? No worries — there are plenty of options that your kids will recognize, including waffles, chicken tenders and quesadillas.

Hull’s Seafood Restaurant & Market

111 West Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

For a no-frills, laid-back restaurant with some of the freshest seafood in town, don’t miss Hull’s Seafood Restaurant & Market. Savor just-caught grouper, yellowfin tuna, flounder, mahi-mahi, salmon and cod, each served up as part of a platter or on a fresh bakery roll. There’s even a “Little Mates” menu for the young ones in your group. Owned by a boat captain and avid fisherman, Hull’s lets you rest assured knowing that your seafood will be the freshest available. Plus, the kids will enjoy poking around the seafood market and seeing all of the fish on display!

Hidden Treasure Rum Bar & Grill

4940 South Peninsula Drive, Ponce Inlet

For a relaxed patio experience where you won’t have to worry about the kids getting a little loud, head to Hidden Treasure Rum Bar & Grill. No fancy dress is required here — cruise on in wearing flip-flops, and you’ll feel right at home. The restaurant’s waterfront views set the scene for a casual meal the family will enjoy.

Don Vito’s Italian Restaurant

137 West International Speedway Boulevard, Daytona Beach

When it comes to pleasing everyone in a big vacation crew, it’s hard to go wrong with some traditional Italian fare. Don Vito’s hits the spot, with classics like spaghetti, pizza and baked ziti, as well as vegetarian and vegan options. The restaurant’s reviews and ratings speak for themselves — Don Vito’s gets two thumbs up for food, service and a family-friendly atmosphere.

Cracked Egg Diner

3280 South Atlantic Avenue, Daytona Beach Shores

Looking for a good, ol’ fashioned breakfast that tastes yummy and keeps the kids happy and full all day? Don’t miss the Cracked Egg Diner! Widely regarded as one of the best breakfast joints in the Daytona Beach area, the Cracked Egg offers a menu without any bad options. Dig into omelets, eggs Benedict and homemade apple fritters!

Alfie’s Restaurant

1666 Ocean Shore Boulevard, Ormond Beach

You and the family can enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner while overlooking the Atlantic Ocean at this popular Ormond Beach establishment. For more than 30 years, Alfie’s has been serving up fresh seafood, prime rib and its famous fish fry. Owned by a husband-and-wife team, Alfie’s continuously tops local-favorite lists. The menu is varied and wide-ranging, but the fried seafood is definitely a can’t-miss pick. Be sure to snap a photo of the kids with Alfie the alligator while you’re here!

Racing’s North Turn

4511 South Atlantic Avenue, Ponce Inlet

Enjoy lunch with a side of local history at Racing’s North Turn! The location of this iconic Ponce Inlet restaurant marks the place where hundreds of people used to gather to watch the inaugural races of NASCAR! The kids will especially enjoy looking at rare photos and racing memorabilia while they wait for their food to be prepared. Or, sit outside on the massive deck that overlooks the Atlantic Ocean!

The list seriously goes on and on when it comes to tasty treats and hearty meals in the Daytona Beach area — check out the full line-up of restaurant options here. Any of these are the perfect place to replenish your family’s energy after a day of splashing in the sun. Can’t wait to soak in the the relaxed atmospheres and kid-approved menus? Start planning your trip todayOpens a New Window.!

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