The Stonewood Story

How a restaurant came to be can have lasting impact on your experience as a customer…

That’s why the story behind Stonewood Grill and Tavern is so important.

You see, it wasn’t the brainchild of some business tycoon or corporate conglomerate looking for another way to bolster their bottom line.

Close friends actually got together in a quest to develop the perfect dining experience:

• Where the people who work there are friends
• Where the guests feel genuinely welcome and are known by their names
• Where everyone — guests and staff alike — can have a great time

QUALITY WITHOUT COMPROMISE

These friends decided they wanted you to consider them the best steakhouse and seafood restaurant in the business…

And they knew that in order to earn your trust and loyalty, they’d have to do things differently from those other places that just can’t seem to deliver quality on a consistent basis.

So they agreed: Absolutely no cutting corners and no making excuses.

This passion for excellence led them to Chef Chuck Jaloski and the concept of:

• Only market-fresh, flavorful ingredients for every dish… from your crisp salad to your inviting appetizer, from your delicious entrée to your decadent dessert
• Superior quality oak-grilled steaks, chicken, pork, and seafood
• An innovative wine list featuring rare selections and exceptional pairings
• Friendly, personalized yet professional attention

Then they started turning that concept into a reality even the most discriminating guest would love…
After all, you’re really not asking for much.

OAK-GRILLED STEAK, FRESH SEAFOOD, AND GREAT TIMES

And Stonewood Grill and Tavern was born to bring you exactly that.

And since opening the original location in Ormond Beach, FL more than 10 years ago, Stonewood has established itself as a leader in fine dining, earning numerous awards including:

• Best New Restaurant
• Best Happy Hour
• Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence
• Best Places to Dine in Central Florida
• Culinary Excellence

Stonewood has also been mentioned in the following publications:

• "Award of Excellence" — Wine Spectator
• "Hot Concepts!" — Nation’s Restaurant News
• "Best Happy-Hour & Wine List" — Seminole Magazine
• "Excellent Across the Board" — Trip Advisor
• "Chicken Pot Pie was to die for." — Raleigh, NC
• "Favorite Casual Restaurant" — Sarasota, FL
• "Best shrimp & salmon I’ve ever tasted…" Urban Spoon, Jacksonville, FL

Most importantly, Stonewood Grill and Tavern has become the number one choice for couples, friends, and coworkers, for date night, happy hour, special occasions, and holiday parties.

The next time you’re looking for the perfect night out, come to Stonewood… see and taste Our Story for yourself.