Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Deland

Excellent food and atmosphere. Will definitely be back!

Reservations made for a late afternoon Mother’s Day dinner, we arrived to a fully occupied dining room and were seated immediately. Ruth’s Chris Lake Mary has consistently delivered delectable, sizzling, and tender filet mignon, accompanied by shrimp, and consistently excellent garlic mashed potatoes and creamed spinach. We opted for the prix fixe menu, which included French onion soup, bread, and mini symphony cheesecake. Our server, Boris, and his team of servers provided exceptional service, ensuring that our dining experience was extraordinary. Their prompt and accurate delivery of hot food and timely visits were impeccable. I firmly believe that upscale dining should leave every moment with finesse, including the packaging of leftovers for carryout. Manager David made his customary appearance during our visit, while every staff member exceeded expectations. The pricing is premium and commensurate with the level of food and service provided. Mother’s Day celebrations provided “mom” with a pampered moment and a day well-deserved. Every visit over the years to Lake Mary Ruth’s Chris has been a true pleasure. Thank you, David, Boris, and the entire staff, for a wonderful meal!

Jay, our server was great. The food was outstanding. One of the best steaks I’ve ever had.

Amazing time at Luca Turci- the service, food, and ambiance were incredible for my birthday dinner! We ordered summer bruschetta, pumpkin ravioli and the pappardelle inferno (which is no joke🌶️)! All of the food came out so wonderfully prepared and delicious- the portions are great, the flavors are great, and the entire staff takes pride in their product. Definitely will be returning!

What a great evening! We started out having drinks at the bar (and eating their yummy popcorn!) that were expertly made by Nick. Later we were seated for dinner where we had the good fortune to have Tasha as our server. My wife had a couple of questions about the menu, and it was obvious that she is well-versed in the preparation of the various selections. She was very attentive but not intrusive and really enhanced our experience. Last but not least was Zach, who brought our entrees to our table. Another terrific employee who went out of his way to make sure we had everything we needed. These three employees are truly an asset to the restaurant, and we look forward to returning when we are back in Orlando next year.