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The Garlic

556 East Third Avenue, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
(386) 424-6660
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Cuisines: Italian
Good for: Romantic, Bar Scene, Groups, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Bar Scene, Groups, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

I was turned on to this GEM by a good friend and have to enjoy a meal here every time I can get away. Being in hospitality for over 30 years, I'm pretty picky of what I expect. Not to mention that wining and dining are my favorite pass time ( first being the ocean). The service is impeccable ~... More

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Sanford, Florida
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

Food to High priced for what you get, price range from $22-40 for full meal. My chicken was dry and tasteless, Lasanga is huge but for $38 it better taste wonderful, it did not. A salad that is served family style on a huge plate where everyone digs in and if you are the last to dig in, you get... More

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Orlando, Florida
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20 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

Outstanding. I don't get to the Garlic much; but the menu is great, the setting is outstanding. And the weather was fantastic. I had the pork loin; normally I never get a pork product at a restaurant. However, it was great.

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Ottawa, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Going for dinner here is a must do. The atmosphere is out of this world. Part indoor/part outdoor; it is hard to tell where you are seated. Tropical plants everywhere, not to mention the waterfall and the huge fireplace. The menu in mostly steak and pasta, but is very excellent. The long curved bar inside makes me think that Dean... More

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Orlando, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 via mobile

On a whim we stopped at The Garlic for dinner today. We had planned to go to another NSB restaurant for Mother's Day dinner, but decided to change at the last minute. I am very happy we did! The restaurant had live music, a lively family type atmosphere and amazing service. They even had a little gift for all mothers... More

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Saint Louis, Missouri
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

We read good reviews on the internet, but did not expect it to be our best dining experience in New Smyrna. The food was amazing and the atmosphere was inviting.

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Orlando, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

I have been to the Garlic in NSB many times but it has been probably a year since my last visit. Same good service (Brandon) and great food. The place was packed and we had a group of about 12 people. We got their late and our server got us wine and our salads within about 3 or 4 mintutes... More

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Chattanooga, Tennessee
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013 via mobile

Come to The Garlic if you're looking for excellent service, nice atmosphere and great lasagna. Starting with the complimentary roasted garlic and bread and ending with dessert (if you have room). This is the kind of place that makes you wish our tummies were more accommodating. The artichoke dip was divine and the house wine was excellent. The courtyard is... More

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New York City, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013 via mobile

If it were not for the initial very slow service, I would have been more inclined to give it an all 5 Star rating. The meal was tasty (filet and pepper sauce, surf n turf) and the ambiance fun. We listened to some fun tunes by a soloist on a string guitar while putting away a few cocktails seated under... More

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See 2 more reviews by JYG61 for New Smyrna Beach
Charlestown, Indiana
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

This was singularly the best meal we have had in a long time. We were vacationing in NSB and there was a take out menu in our condo. We decided to give it a try. The ambience is amazing. There is indoor/outdoor dining, but you feel like you are outdoors even if you are inside. We sat on the patio,... More

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