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The Garlic

Italian Restaurant$$$$

New Smyrna Beach

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The Garlic

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"Amy and Blaze make the best Manhattans!"(4 Tips)
"The bread and garlic is fantastic."(3 Tips)
"Osso Buco and Spuntitori can't be beat!"(2 Tips)
"Great chicken roulade"(2 Tips)

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Jessie SchonefeldNovember 12, 2013
Always hit this place up when I am out here! Garlic Mussels are heaven in a bowl - the liquid is almost as good a dipper as the roasted garlic they serve with the bread - caesar salad is amazing!
Kymbrough ZurstadtJune 24, 2014
Been here 25+ times
The roasted garlic and bread, while sitting in such a lovely atmosphere is 1,000% worth the trip here. I prefer the inside/outside bar so I can enjoy the piano, and of course get quick refills on wine
Ramsey CohenAugust 7, 2014
One of my favorite restaurants! Stop here for at least one GREAT meal everytime we come to town, which is a couple of times a year. I've never had anything less than amazing food and great service!
Cory O'BrienJune 7, 2022
It's hard to go wrong here, but the Spuntitori Italiano is AMAZING, and you're basically getting 2 (or 3!) meals in 1 with the amount of leftovers you'll be able to take home. It's HUGE!
PHRESHAIROctober 18, 2016
Awesome place. Super fun decor, very good ultra rich dinner options. Garlic loaded extravaganzas and amazing pizza oven grilled bone in ribeye.. great experience. Worth the steep bill.
Sean NortonFebruary 19, 2018
The aroma of garlic as you enter this established is so powerful. Great food and a awesome atmosphere. Crab cakes seen in picture. Delicious!
Dawn FinnJune 3, 2022
Been here 10+ times
Noah gave outstanding service. Noah is well knowledge about the restaurant and the menu! Everyone at our table loved their dinner! Bonus, the bathrooms are clean and I love that!
Dawn FinnJune 28, 2023
Been here 10+ times
My family continuously go to the garlic house, but this time we had beyond outstanding service by Carl ! superb knowledgeable. Looking forward to his great service again!
Ciara SpragueApril 20, 2014
They don't take reservations here unless you have a party of ten or over, so get here around 4:00 or you'll have a long wait, despite the day of the week. However, great food and great service here!
Andy KellyAugust 21, 2014
The garlic soup was outstanding and the sea bass entree was fried perfectly. Make sure you have some of the bread with the garlic basaltic vinegar dip!
Clifton GoinsAugust 6, 2012
Really terrific food, portions are huge so sharing is possible if you want to leave room for dessert...pub tables make it difficult to talk on busy nights...sit in the patio area away from the bar...
Zulkeira R. StefchakJune 16, 2013
Order conch fritter to start! For steak choose either the Filet Mignon or (if you're super hungry) get The Cowboy. Fatty and flavorful! Little gem by the beach!
Elayne SJanuary 30, 2012
My god, come here. I haven't even gotten my entree yet, and I am amazed. The bread and garlic is fantastic. You need to get here NOW.
The Daytona Beach News-JournalSeptember 26, 2011
The menu makes an absolute art of garlic. There was a long wait to get in and the bar was crowded three-deep, but live music helped and the food was well worth the wait. Read more
Melanie HarrisonAugust 11, 2011
Sesame seared tuna was delicious and very fresh. Don't worry about an appetizer, the bread and mashed roasted garlic they serve for free is very tasty and plenty for an appetizer.
Melissa SteeleJanuary 11, 2014
Been here 25+ times
Great staff all around!! Steaks are amazing and silver oak by the glass is a steal!!!
John MillerJuly 1, 2016
Black Sea Bass was really well prepared. The ambiance is fantastic.
carla borsoiAugust 9, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Lots of vegetarian options but talk to your server first as a lot of the items that seem veggie actually are made with chicken stock. They will make them completely veggie if you ask.
J POctober 12, 2018
The New York Strip steak was great. Best steak i have ever ate.
Domingo Casillas JrNovember 28, 2014
The Thanksgiving Day meal is one not to miss. A must do if your in the area Thanksgiving Day.
JenKuduJanuary 27, 2018
If you like Olive Garden, you’ll like it. Fettuccine Alfredo was so watery that is was like eating a noodle soup. The chicken is like the Costco bulk bag of “rib meat” chicken cutlets.
Scott HallDecember 18, 2011
Amazing place for sure. If you like good food in a great atmosphere, you're gonna love this place. The packs out pretty quick, so get there early!
Angela HandleyMarch 7, 2012
This place is amazing!!! The bone in ribeye was the best!!! A must visit with a great atmosphere and amazing food!
A RobinsonAugust 7, 2014
Shrimp and scallop pasta is to die for. It's like dining in an awesome tree house
Milena RiceDecember 1, 2015
I love that place, the food is amazing and the environment too, highly recommend
daniel lengertJanuary 24, 2013
The food is excellent but Be forewarned the meals are big enough to feed three, so bring an appetite.., and the family!
Aileen CorreaJune 24, 2016
Love you Jeff.....great live music. trendy atmosphere, great staff, good food
Bill FordOctober 13, 2013
The osso bucko is awesome. She took the bone home btw
Christine AnastarioJuly 26, 2012
This place is amazing!! Order the garlic muscles... Best I've ever had. Good for bread dipping too!
Joy bennettMay 17, 2012
Great martinis. Food is awesome - they'll even cook from outside the menu. Service is the best.
Chris McCannFebruary 17, 2017
From the garlic bread to the entrees, fantastic food!
Adrian ThomasNovember 28, 2017
Pricey but delicious food. Great service. Unique atmosphere.
Dawn FinnJanuary 25, 2018
Been here 10+ times
The food was pricey but very much worth it!
ChristinaJuly 7, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Tried the ground filet lasagna when it was on the special menu. A-mazing!
Kristin PolizziAugust 12, 2014
Been here 25+ times
Osso Buco and Spuntitori can't be beat!
Rob SJanuary 15, 2022
Steak is very good. Salmons is Betty good.
Janice FlynnAugust 24, 2015
Been here 25+ times
Excellent food in a unique and lovely setting.
grrr obyJune 11, 2014
Chicken Roulade with goat cheese and Olive Sauce ! Great
Gala MoloksherJune 3, 2016
Food is great, service is excellent!
Jill FreemanJuly 28, 2012
Never had such a horrible experience at a restaurant. My family has been coming here since it opened, but after tonight we will never be back. Support other restaurants in New Smyrna Beach.
Zulkeira R. StefchakJuly 31, 2011
Chef Jeff is the best in the grill! Def get a steak and Meiomi Pinot Noir...of course garlic bread on the side!
Clinton™June 21, 2017
Garlic Bread. Enjoy!
Rebecca KumpfFebruary 11, 2012
Been here 10+ times
The bread and garlic are worth the trip alone, but everything on the menu is fabulous!
anthony millerJuly 4, 2014
Ask Blaze for the tiramisu with expresso vodka for dessert
ErinAugust 14, 2012
Fantastic!!!!!!!!!!!!! Food, drinks, live music, ambiance.....all wonderful!
Randy CookApril 21, 2017
I had the osobuco, was very good.
Will DassoMarch 20, 2018
LOUD, CROWDED, EXPENSIVE, and OVERRATED
Bekah L.July 31, 2011
Great live music, fun atmosphere, fabulous waiters. Favorite place to eat in NSB!
Kanya JonesOctober 13, 2013
Absolutely Love AMY!! Great bartender...super sweet!
Kathy PhyJune 21, 2012
Yum! $$$ Great high-end authentic Italian, focuses on local fresh seafood.

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