Restaurant · DeLand
Riverfront Seafood and American Eats
Casual dining, a patio, and boat docking on the river in DeLand.
Riverfront and dockside
Shady Oak Restaurant sits on the river, and that location shapes the whole visit. The patio gives guests an outdoor place to eat, while boat docking makes it easy to arrive from the water and step straight into the restaurant. The setting fits a casual shanty and bar, so the space reads as laid-back from the start.
A riverfront restaurant DeLand visitors can reach by car or boat needs clear, practical edges, and this one has them. The dockside setup matters for anyone planning a stop around time on the water. It also gives the patio a direct connection to the river, so the meal comes with the view rather than a separate backdrop. The menu page carries the food details, while the home page keeps the focus on the place itself.
Opening Hours
Open daily with later hours on Friday and Saturday.
- Monday 11 AM–9 PM
- Tuesday 11 AM–9 PM
- Wednesday 11 AM–9 PM
- Thursday 11 AM–9 PM
- Friday 11 AM–10 PM
- Saturday 11 AM–10 PM
- Sunday 11 AM–9 PM
Access and opening hours
Shady Oak Restaurant includes a wheelchair-accessible car park, a wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, an assistive hearing loop, and a wheelchair-accessible toilet. Those features cover the arrival, the dining room, and the restroom, so the visit starts and ends with practical access in mind.
Hours stay simple to plan around. Monday to Thursday runs 11 AM–9 PM. Friday and Saturday extend to 11 AM–10 PM. Sunday returns to 11 AM–9 PM. That schedule gives the week a steady rhythm, with later evenings on the weekend for guests who want to stay out longer.
Gallery
Views from the patio and the river set the scene.
Good to Know
Accessible parking, entry, seating, and restroom access are all part of the visit.
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park · Wheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible seating · Assistive hearing loop · Wheelchair-accessible toilet Guests who use mobility aids can plan for a level route from the parking area to the dining room and a toilet that supports the same visit.
Seafood and American dishes anchor the kitchen.
About Shady Oak Restaurant
Shady Oak Restaurant sits on the river at 2984 W New York Ave in DeLand. It is a casual shanty and bar with seafood and other American eats. The setting includes a patio and boat docking, so the river edge is part of the meal from the start.
The menu reaches from appetizers to wings. Cheese sticks, onion rings, fried mushrooms, jalapeño poppers, conch fritters, boneless nuggets, gator bites, fries, fried green beans, and okra show a kitchen that works with crisp, fried plates and familiar bar food. The menu shape also includes an appetizer sampler and traditional wings, so the first round can be built for sharing or kept simple.
Inside, the room is set up for easy access. Wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet are all part of the space, along with an assistive hearing loop. Those details matter when a meal stretches out over lunch or dinner and the table stays in place while the river runs past outside.
Hours run from 11 AM to 9 PM Monday through Thursday and Sunday. Friday and Saturday stay open until 10 PM. The place holds a 4.2 rating from 502 reviews, and the most repeated mentions point to gator tail, river view, onion rings, frog legs, outdoor seating, crab cake sandwich, hush puppies, catfish, gator bites, and the outdoor deck.
Riverfront dining, dock access, and a relaxed bar setting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the opening hours?
Monday through Thursday and Sunday, the restaurant is open from 11 AM to 9 PM. Friday and Saturday hours run from 11 AM to 10 PM. Plan lunch, dinner, or a later evening visit around those times.
Where is Shady Oak Restaurant located?
Shady Oak Restaurant is at 2984 W New York Ave, DeLand, FL 32720, United States. Use that address for driving directions and arrival planning, especially if you are coming from across town or heading in by boat.
What accessibility features are available?
The restaurant has a wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, an assistive hearing loop, and a wheelchair-accessible toilet. Guests can plan for a smoother arrival and choose seating with access needs in mind before settling in.
What kinds of food are served?
The menu includes appetizers, an appetizer sampler, and traditional wings. Sample items include Cheese Sticks, Onion Rings, Fried Mushrooms, Jalapeño Poppers, Conch Fritters, Boneless Nuggets, Gator Bites, Fries, Fried Green Beans, and Okra, so guests can choose a small plate or build a meal from shareable dishes.
Does the restaurant have outdoor space?
The property includes a patio and boat docking, and it sits on the river. Guests who want to sit outside can plan for an open-air meal, while those arriving by boat have a place to dock before heading in.
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Plan a visit near the river in DeLand.
