The story
Shula's Steak House at 5111 Tamiami Trail North in Pelican Bay carries one of the most recognized names in American steakhouse dining. The restaurant earned Wine Spectator's Best of Award of Excellence in 2015, a distinction that speaks directly to the depth and quality of its wine list — no small achievement in a region where discerning diners expect both the glass and the plate to deliver.
The Shula's brand is rooted in the legacy of NFL coaching legend Don Shula, whose name became a standard of excellence long before it appeared above a restaurant door. That ethos carries into the dining room: the American steakhouse format here is straightforward and serious, built around prime cuts and a wine program curated carefully enough to earn national recognition.
Lunch and dinner service make Shula's a versatile destination in Pelican Bay — whether for a midday business meal or an evening focused on well-aged beef and a well-chosen bottle. The Wine Spectator recognition underlines that the list is more than an afterthought; it is a genuine complement to the American steakhouse menu, offering guests the kind of pairing depth that rewards those who take their time with it.
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