Great Views, Dependable Pours, No Surprises
Marina Point Waterfront · Daytona Beach · Seafood · Visit Website ↗
Reviewed by the RagingWine Tasting Desk · July 15, 2026
RagingWine reviewed Chart House (Marina Point)’s wine list and gave it The Reliable — RagingWine’s Vibe-Check rating. How RagingWine reviews wine lists →
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The wine list at Chart House Daytona Beach is exactly what you'd expect from a polished chain seafood spot on the water — familiar names, approachable prices, and zero ambition to surprise you. Thirteen labels, all available by the glass, which at least means flexibility. You're not here for a deep cellar; you're here for the marina view and the fresh fish.
The list leans heavily on California workhorses — J. Lohr, Rodney Strong, Clos du Bois, Josh Cellars — with a handful of supporting players from Washington State (Chateau Ste. Michelle), New Zealand (Oyster Bay), Italy (Mezzacorona, Luccio), and one lone Spanish entry in the El Coto Crianza Rioja. There's no real depth here — no vintage variation, no regional exploration, no producer with a story worth telling. What you do get is a functional, broadly appealing lineup that covers the bases for a seafood-forward crowd without scaring anyone off. Gaps are obvious: no Champagne or sparkling beyond the Moscato d'Asti, no skin-contact wines, and Burgundy is completely absent.
All 13 bottles are available by the glass at $8–$10, which is genuinely reasonable for a waterfront restaurant where the real estate alone usually justifies a surcharge. The range covers white, red, rosé, and a sweet option in the Luccio Moscato d'Asti, so there's something for every table. Don't expect rotation or seasonal swaps — this list looks like it hasn't changed since the GPS coordinates were locked in.
El Coto Crianza Rioja — $10
The only wine on this list with actual terroir character — Tempranillo with some oak aging from a solid Rioja producer, for the price of a well cocktail. It's the odd one out on a California-heavy list, and that's exactly why you should order it.
Château de Berne Romance Rosé
Most people at a waterfront seafood spot default to Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio, but this Provence rosé is the smarter call. It's light, dry, and built for the kind of food this kitchen does well — and it won't fight your shrimp and scallops the way a heavy red would.
Josh Cellars Merlot
Josh Cellars is a grocery store staple built on marketing, not winemaking. There's nothing wrong with it, but there's nothing right about paying restaurant prices for a bottle you've seen discounted at every supermarket chain in the country. The El Coto is right there for the same $10.
Chateau Ste. Michelle Riesling + Lobster Bisque
Washington Riesling has just enough residual sweetness and bright acidity to stand up to the richness of the bisque without steamrolling it. It's one of the more thoughtful pairings you can pull off on this list, and at $8 a glass, it's an easy call.
✔️ The Bottom Line
Chart House Daytona Beach is a Reliable stop — the wine won't blow your mind, but it won't embarrass you either, and $8–$10 pours with a marina sunset is a deal worth taking. Order the El Coto, grab a window seat, and let the view do the heavy lifting.
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Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Seasonal Rotation
Acceptable
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Grocery Store
Steep
Basic Stemmed
MIA
Seasonal Rotation
Acceptable
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Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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Deep & Eclectic
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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Solid Range
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Occasional
Acceptable
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Crowd Pleasers
Steal
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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