Cress Restaurant

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Cress is a warm, intimate dining room in historic downtown DeLand, farm-to-table in spirit, with a globally inspired menu that follows Florida's seasons. Guests rave about the garlic escargots, the crispy duck breast and a Moroccan lamb shank that falls off the bone, finishing with white chocolate crème brûlée. Portions run small for the price, but the service is on point and the room feels made for celebrations.

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