Where the Coast Meets the Kitchen
James Beard Awarded Chefs, Sustainable Sourcing, and Local Florida Taste
Discover NSB’s Culinary Scene
Plan Your GetawayWelcome to the New Smyrna Beach dining scene — where fresh-caught seafood, farm-to-table ingredients, and laid-back coastal vibes come together in delicious harmony. Situated along Florida’s scenic A1A, the New Smyrna Beach Area is famous for its beaches and surf culture — but locals know the real flavor of NSB is found at the table.
From chef-owned bistros and oceanfront restaurants to casual tiki bars and craft breweries, every meal here celebrates local flavor, fresh ingredients, and Florida sunshine. Whether you’re dining in downtown New Smyrna Beach, Flagler Avenue, Canal Street, or one of our surrounding towns — Port Orange, Edgewater, Oak Hill, and Osteen — your taste buds are in for a treat.
Choose Your Experience
Explore Restaurants, Cafes & Bars
Fresh, Local, and Sustainably Sourced
The New Smyrna Beach Area takes pride in serving what’s caught and grown locally. You’ll find menus rich with: Atlantic seafood like snapper, grouper, shrimp, and oysters; seasonal produce from nearby farms and markets; and creative coastal cuisine crafted by some of Florida’s best chefs.
Enjoy five-star flavors in a friendly, small-town setting — whether it’s brunch by the beach, sunset seafood on the river, or dinner in a downtown art gallery café.
Some of the Must-try favorites are dockside dining at Outriggers Tiki Bar & Grille, beachfront bites at The Breakers Oceanfront Restaurant, upscale dining at The Garlic or Norwood’s Treehouse Bar, and locals’ hangouts like Third Wave Café, JB’s Fish Camp, and SoNapa Grille.
Discover the NSB Spirits Trail
Raise a glass on the NSB Spirits Trail — a local favorite and a whole new way to explore New Smyrna Beach. From waterfront taverns and rooftop tiki bars to microbreweries and local distilleries, every stop offers something unique.
Don’t miss: Handcrafted rum at Sugar Works Distillery, locally brewed ales at New Smyrna Beach Brewing Company, beachside cocktails at Flagler Tavern, or the incredible treehouse dining and live music at Norwood’s Eatery & Treehouse Bar.
Annual
Coastal Catch Restaurant Month
Each October, restaurants across Southeast Volusia showcase the region’s best seafood and coastal cuisine flair with exclusive prix-fixe menus, chef pairings, and tasting events. Mark your calendars for 2026!
Holiday
Dining in the
NSB Area 2025
Planning to dine out for the holidays? Several restaurants across the NSB Area will be open on Christmas Eve & Day, New Year’s Eve & Day, offering everything from festive specials to relaxed coastal classics. Whether you're keeping the celebrations simple or toasting the new year by the water, you’ll find plenty of welcoming spots ready to make your holiday meals easy and memorable.
Restaurant Spotlight
The Garlic: Tuscan Flavors under Twinkling Lights
Corkscrew Bar & Grille: Steaks, Seafood, and Small-Town Charm on Canal Street
Signature Series Guides
"Coastal Flavors"
Read Now
This issue of our online Signature Series Guides brings twelve restaurant stories to life, showcasing their artful take on local seafood and the reasons visitors keep coming back.
You can sign up to receive alerts when new Signature Series Guides become available.
