Restaurants in New Smyrna Beach
Loading...
Best Restaurants
“Coming from out of town this place did not let down! Cory, if that’s how you spell his name, was one of the best servers we have ever had! That gentleman deserves a raise ASAP! We will happily visit this place again if we are ever back in town!”
“Spanish river grill is a very inconspicuous place. Driving by you wouldn’t assume how magnificent the atmosphere and food are inside. The moment you walk in the door, you’re transported. The sights, sounds, and smells, create the most excellent ambiance. The menu was creative and fun. Absolutely will be back, and will be on our recommendation list to friends and family visiting. ...”
“Really cute restaurant with a nice patio and dinning room. The food was amazing and the owner and chef Sylvie feel you comfortable. You have live music sometimes the weekend really good vibes. Don’t miss this beautiful place.”
“Friendly atmosphere drop your cares at the door! A place that makes you smile”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“Great little wine bar with a cozy outdoor space to relax and listen to some good music. And if you hungry their food is excellent with a nice wine selection as well.”
“The food is absolutely the best in new Smyrna! the black and mahi is to die for service is great. I must try.!”
“The food was fantastic, the server was rarely seen and waits for drink refills and food was long between. The dish I had, although delicious, was not very hot as it probably sat dying in the window while waiting on the rest of the food to come out. Despite the negatives, the food is well worth returning for.”
Restaurants with Delivery
“Spanish river grill is a very inconspicuous place. Driving by you wouldn’t assume how magnificent the atmosphere and food are inside. The moment you walk in the door, you’re transported. The sights, sounds, and smells, create the most excellent ambiance. The menu was creative and fun. Absolutely will be back, and will be on our recommendation list to friends and family visiting. ...”
“Had a wonderful evening with some of the best Mexican food I’ve ever had the steak fajitas with the side dish is just a wonderful meal. What made it super special was our wonderful waiter Luis B. 🎵😎🌮He was so friendly and upbeat and super accommodating. Thanks so much, Luis.”
“Budget Tip: If you want the experience without the $200 price tag, their Happy Hour (usually until 5:30 PM or 6:00 PM) offers $10 cocktails and smaller "Spott Sliders" or "Hot Honey Shrimp" for $12–$16, which can bring a meal for two down to around $80–$100.”
“We decided to come to New Smyrna Beach to celebrate our anniversary and we're delighted to find this awesome restaurant right across the street from our condo. Looking for somewhere close within walking distance, we decided to try this restaurant first and loved it so much we actually decided to go back the very next night for our anniversary. Our server, Jennifer, was friendly, attentive and knowledgeable about the selections. Every single thing we had from the bread to the entrees to the dessert.... Was exceptional! Highly recommend! May even go back for brunch today! Best crab cakes we have ever had!”
Outdoor Dining
“The food was fantastic, the server was rarely seen and waits for drink refills and food was long between. The dish I had, although delicious, was not very hot as it probably sat dying in the window while waiting on the rest of the food to come out. Despite the negatives, the food is well worth returning for.”
“I literally just left Brew. Ate my crunch wrap honey chicken siracha deal and I couldn’t wait to review this yummy of a wrap. A Must get! And I’m a great critic! Place looked amazing inside. Very cozy and the espresso was delicious too. Everything about this place! I give it an 11 out of 10! Will definitely be back!”
“We decided to come to New Smyrna Beach to celebrate our anniversary and we're delighted to find this awesome restaurant right across the street from our condo. Looking for somewhere close within walking distance, we decided to try this restaurant first and loved it so much we actually decided to go back the very next night for our anniversary. Our server, Jennifer, was friendly, attentive and knowledgeable about the selections. Every single thing we had from the bread to the entrees to the dessert.... Was exceptional! Highly recommend! May even go back for brunch today! Best crab cakes we have ever had!”
“last night was our 17th wedding anniversary and we chose Bella Valentino’s for dinner. They took reservations which is a plus and when we were running late, they said don’t rush and we will change it to 7 see you when you get here. we didn’t feel like we upset anyone and we felt very welcomed. We got there and immediately was greeted by Paula (who we found out was one of the owners) and she told us all about the place and the special features that her husband and staff would be creating tonite. Once we sat we were not only greeted by the server who took our drink order but brought fresh bread and bruschetta to the table. (soo good by the way) The wine was terrific and let me tell you what else was. The shrimp 🦐 appetizer, the Pear pasta purses and the escargot. (There was four of us, relax lol) But then came our entrees. I had a taste of everyone’s and they were all amazing but mine was the best. I had the eggplant 🍆 and shrimp 🍤 parmigian. Holy smokes it was yummy!!! We ended up hanging out there for a total of 3 hours, I mean we literally closed the place down but not before dessert!! We had tiramisu, and two others I can’t remember but what I do remember is that their 80 plus year old mom makes all the desserts and there were like 10 or so options. Yum yum yum and more yum. We ended the evening with espressos and more wine 🍷. We had more amazing conversation with Paula and the staff (her family) and then we finally made our way to the car. Long story short we will be back time and again! Amazing place for dinner if you are looking for great food, romantic and cozy atmosphere with the friendliest staff ever‼️ I have never been treated so well at a restaurant before and if there was a 6th star to give I would give them six because it was really that good. So thank you Paula and everyone at Bella Valentino’s for making our 17th wedding anniversary a memorable one! -Albert Amalfitano”
“Such a wonderful addition to Canal Street. The atmosphere is quaint, the food so good, service outstanding. Husband had hamburger and French fries, I had Eggplant Parmigiana with a very fresh side salad. I felt the prices very fair and the menu to suite many tastes. . It will become one of my favorite restaurants in New Smyrna.”
“Everytime I come here I feel like I have Mark as our server! He’s wonderful! So polite and social and on top of it! I was feeling bad about breaking my foot and he stopped to have a conversation with me that made me feel so much better…. I’ve been coming here for forever and I have zero bad things to say! Great food, great staff, great customer service! Thank you for everything you do guys!”
“last night was our 17th wedding anniversary and we chose Bella Valentino’s for dinner. They took reservations which is a plus and when we were running late, they said don’t rush and we will change it to 7 see you when you get here. we didn’t feel like we upset anyone and we felt very welcomed. We got there and immediately was greeted by Paula (who we found out was one of the owners) and she told us all about the place and the special features that her husband and staff would be creating tonite. Once we sat we were not only greeted by the server who took our drink order but brought fresh bread and bruschetta to the table. (soo good by the way) The wine was terrific and let me tell you what else was. The shrimp 🦐 appetizer, the Pear pasta purses and the escargot. (There was four of us, relax lol) But then came our entrees. I had a taste of everyone’s and they were all amazing but mine was the best. I had the eggplant 🍆 and shrimp 🍤 parmigian. Holy smokes it was yummy!!! We ended up hanging out there for a total of 3 hours, I mean we literally closed the place down but not before dessert!! We had tiramisu, and two others I can’t remember but what I do remember is that their 80 plus year old mom makes all the desserts and there were like 10 or so options. Yum yum yum and more yum. We ended the evening with espressos and more wine 🍷. We had more amazing conversation with Paula and the staff (her family) and then we finally made our way to the car. Long story short we will be back time and again! Amazing place for dinner if you are looking for great food, romantic and cozy atmosphere with the friendliest staff ever‼️ I have never been treated so well at a restaurant before and if there was a 6th star to give I would give them six because it was really that good. So thank you Paula and everyone at Bella Valentino’s for making our 17th wedding anniversary a memorable one! -Albert Amalfitano”
“The most amazing Pizza, cooked to perfection. I came to pick up my order and saw they also had garlic knots and dessert. I grab another slice of pizza. The Owner's are wonderful people. My new go to place.”
“Such a wonderful addition to Canal Street. The atmosphere is quaint, the food so good, service outstanding. Husband had hamburger and French fries, I had Eggplant Parmigiana with a very fresh side salad. I felt the prices very fair and the menu to suite many tastes. . It will become one of my favorite restaurants in New Smyrna.”
Online Reservation Available
“Jayde was an awesome server! Friendly and helpful. Food was amazing. Drinks were fabulous too! The saxophone added to the ambience. One of NSB best restaurants. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
“I love the Flagler Tavern atmosphere and staff. However the burger sliders were not favorable at all! They were the most overcooked and smallest sliders that I have ever had and were not up to Flagler Tavern standards. I’m sure I will be back as a Loyalty member but will probably pass on the apps.”
“I booked the beach teepee date setup for my man’s birthday, and it was absolutely beautiful! Everything was set up perfectly, and the decor was AMAZING. You could really see the thought and attention to detail that went into creating such a romantic atmosphere. The food was delicious too! It made his birthday feel extra special and gave us such a beautiful experience to remember. I would definitely recommend and book again!”
“My wife and I went to eat in downtown NSB and our usual favorite was closed, so we walked around and came across Bar Leona. I normally never even glance at bars since bar food is normally atrocious, but after seeing what was on people's plates, we went in and were not disappointed. This is no bar food; the cuisine is obviously prepared by a well-trained chef. I have traveled the world and this is some of the best Italian cuisine I have had. I watched the kitchen and could see the craftsmanship going into the food prep.
The Buratta appetizer is a delicious blended ricotta with a pool of honey and a little spice. My only criticism is it should have a few more slices of crostini to go with the liberal portion of ricotta, but it's fabulous. The meatball appetizer has a generous portion with a well-balanced sauce, not too sour or tangy as with some Italian restaurants. Same goes for the Spicy Vodka ziti, Pasta Bolognese, Seafood Pasta; delicious sauces, well-balanced flavors, and generous portions. I have had some of their specials like mushroom seafood ravioli that was superb; handmade dough and filling, no frozen ravioli dumped out of a bag with a sauce poured on top. The Pork Picatta was a good-sized super tender pork chop over pasta covered by a delicious lemon caper sauce.
I have always gotten superb service whether on a weekday or busy weekend. Their team work together so if one server sees someone needs something, they'll step in and get it taken care of.
They have an excellent selection of desserts that change, and of course a great drink selection.
Prices are not cheap but are in line with this quality of fare in the area. There are not a lot of tables, especially for larger groups, so better get there early to avoid a wait. This place is now in my top two restaurants when I want a good meal.”
Takeout Restaurants
“Best place in town give you more food for your money and everyone is very nice and friendly i would recommend this place to my friends and family Service is great too, but sometimes it gets busy and you have to wait a little bit better than Subway I live in Port Orange originally from Edgewater. I would definitely make a trip up there for big Joe’s food.”
“We decided to try this for breakfast and trust me it did not disappoint. The service was excellent. We even met the owner super down to earth and funny. Food is amazing and big portions. Prices reasonable. Will definitely be coming back. Want to try for dinner. Definitely a must try good home cooking”
“Their croissants are unbelievably scrumptious! We've been a faithful customer since the 70s when we lived in New Smyrna Beach! Some things you will always remember and their pastries are right at the top of our list! we return to this wonderful place every time we visit Florida and it's always as yummy as we remember! Don't change a thing!”
“This is the greatest place I’ve ever been! Came highly recommended. Birthday dinner. Pulled up, it was packed. Seated in less than 20 minutes. Our appetizers came out quickly. The”garlic” and bread…. Omg! Dinner was out of this world!! 32oz rib eye! Wow! Cooked to perfection! The decor is spectacular, plants, garlic hanging from the ceiling too much to mention. All staff very friendly and professional! Thank you to “Lucky” our server! Very knowledgeable and packed our “to go” carefully for our bike ride back to Satellite Beach. Definitely our new found favorite place!! Be back soon!”
“This is the greatest place I’ve ever been! Came highly recommended. Birthday dinner. Pulled up, it was packed. Seated in less than 20 minutes. Our appetizers came out quickly. The”garlic” and bread…. Omg! Dinner was out of this world!! 32oz rib eye! Wow! Cooked to perfection! The decor is spectacular, plants, garlic hanging from the ceiling too much to mention. All staff very friendly and professional! Thank you to “Lucky” our server! Very knowledgeable and packed our “to go” carefully for our bike ride back to Satellite Beach. Definitely our new found favorite place!! Be back soon!”
“We felt very comfortable in your restaurant, enjoyed the food and the service was excellent”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“This is the best coffee shop on Flagler avenue!!!! coffee shop is just adorable! Super great spot to sit and enjoy local roasted coffee and pastries. The service was wonderful and our barista was so friendly and helpful. They also have some amazing gelatos! I would 10/10 recommend”
“Great atmosphere on the water at JBs! I had the Captains Platter and my wife had the crab legs which was fresh, hot and flavorful as I had the Cajun seasoning. Our server, Ryan, was on point with drinks, food and personality. I recommend sitting outside if weather permits. After dinner, walk their docks and watch the manatees as they swim by. They have improved their docks with bench seating either while waiting for dinner or relaxing after your meal. On your next visit, I recommend asking for Ryan!”
“Christian took such great care of us and made some very good recommendations for our dinner. The surf and turf tacos were so good, yet had a bit of gristle for being a filet tip. The Mahi BLT sliders were excellent. Christian was an attentive waiter and had perfect timing with checking on us without being interruptive.”
“We’ve eaten there for two days in a row! Our Airbnb host recommended it, so we went just across the street and arrived late, but Sarah was a JEWEL!! We dined outside to enjoy the nice breeze. Today, we decided to do carry out, and they remembered my husband and even asked where his wife was… very thoughtful! You rarely find that kind of service! Their food is delicious, and plenty of it! Hats off to them for clean restaurant, great prices and friendly service and cooks. We’ll definitely return on our next trip to New Smyrna Beach! Kimberly and Galen Roberts Chattanooga, TN”
“Beachside Tavern captures the easygoing spirit of New Smyrna Beach while giving live music a place to thrive. It's the kind of neighborhood venue where talented local musicians, touring artists, and beachgoers all come together for an evening that feels relaxed, genuine, and unmistakably Florida. Great music always sounds a little better when it's only a few blocks from the ocean.
As musicians, we appreciate venues that consistently support live performers and help create opportunities for artists to connect with new audiences. Places like Beachside Tavern keep Florida's coastal music scene alive and remind us that some of the best nights happen in rooms that simply love live music. 🍄”
“Jayde was an awesome server! Friendly and helpful. Food was amazing. Drinks were fabulous too! The saxophone added to the ambience. One of NSB best restaurants. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
“This was recommended by some locals, so I checked it out. Awesome place! Lovely atmosphere, away from all the noise. Ally is an awesome bartender and took very good care of me. I will definitely be back! It’s another world.”
“Great atmosphere on the water at JBs! I had the Captains Platter and my wife had the crab legs which was fresh, hot and flavorful as I had the Cajun seasoning. Our server, Ryan, was on point with drinks, food and personality. I recommend sitting outside if weather permits. After dinner, walk their docks and watch the manatees as they swim by. They have improved their docks with bench seating either while waiting for dinner or relaxing after your meal. On your next visit, I recommend asking for Ryan!”
Cheap Eats
“Wonderful facility who hosted our 4th Annual Raynor Strong bicycle ride and provided our riders with A/C, snacks and refreshments. They even had a woman sing the National Anthem before the race started, which was very moving. We appreciate your support and hospitality very much ❤️👮🚴♀️”
“It's a cool place to hang out have some drinks meet people there's arcade and casino games pool tournaments trivia tournaments and trivia for amusement and the staff for all pretty great pet friendly ice cold beer and drinks big screen TVs sporting events and things like that do star boards ringtones thing ring on a string with a hook thing it's it's a nice place so make sure if you go to YouTube well bartenders are all cool but tough which is a good thing so yeah I give him five rotten tomatoes and five a five stars”
“I want to like this place more. Great prices, great service, probably the only true hole in the wall place in all of NSB. Unpretentious, open late, has its own vibe. But..the smell is hard to deal with. It smells like an old musty back bedroom in grandmas house. And the bathroom smells like rotten piss. As constructive criticism…please fix this.
Edit: They haven’t said anything but the last couple times I’ve been in there it’s noticeably better. Maybe it’s a coincidence maybe it’s not but at any rate….thanks for the improvement.”
“Along with many awesome visits here, we had our daughters rehearsal dinner at Ocean Breeze and I can’t compliment Jimmy and his team enough! They were so helpful and accommodating, the food was DELICIOUS and Joey, Frankie and Evan took great care of us! Can’t wait for our next visit to NSB so we can come back! Great food, drinks and atmosphere!”
“I ordered an ice cream cake from Baskin-Robbins for my son’s birthday, and I have to say—the team went above and beyond! It was an unusual design in the shape of a cooked turkey. Kelly the manager called me multiple times to keep me updated because they were having a bit of trouble getting the design just right. I didn’t catch the cake designers name but she did excellent. I know she was stressed. Rather than rushing it or settling, they offered alternative options, took the time to get it as close to perfect as they could, and made sure I was happy every step of the way.
Their kindness, patience, and dedication really stood out. It’s rare these days to find such caring customer service. The cake turned out great, and my son was thrilled. Thank you so much to the staff for helping make his birthday extra special. I truly appreciate the effort you put in!”
“My husband and I enjoyed dinner here this evening. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was gorgeous and our server was super friendly! I had the coconut curry with fish and shrimp! Best curry dish I have ever had!”
“The food was very good, the service was excellent. The only thing in can complain about is the temperature. It was freezing in the dining room and I am always hot.”
“Christian took such great care of us and made some very good recommendations for our dinner. The surf and turf tacos were so good, yet had a bit of gristle for being a filet tip. The Mahi BLT sliders were excellent. Christian was an attentive waiter and had perfect timing with checking on us without being interruptive.”
“Our first time here and it was worth the visit... Amanda was our server and was very kind and attentive... the food was perfectly seasoned and was served hot... very good first experience and will be back”
“Beachside Tavern captures the easygoing spirit of New Smyrna Beach while giving live music a place to thrive. It's the kind of neighborhood venue where talented local musicians, touring artists, and beachgoers all come together for an evening that feels relaxed, genuine, and unmistakably Florida. Great music always sounds a little better when it's only a few blocks from the ocean.
As musicians, we appreciate venues that consistently support live performers and help create opportunities for artists to connect with new audiences. Places like Beachside Tavern keep Florida's coastal music scene alive and remind us that some of the best nights happen in rooms that simply love live music. 🍄”
Latest Reviews
“Loved it here for lunch as did our guests. Riverdeck did a great job on the renovations, clean, bright, tables on the deck ,not crowded in and with a beautiful river view all around. Interesting menu choices, lots of fun cocktails too. We had the pleasure of meeting BRAKUS (not sure of sp) on his first day there as a server. He was quite personable, fun, and entertaining! He will definitely be a great asset to the restaurant! The pesto shrimp flatbread and ahi tuna app were very good. My husband had a burger that had ham , cheese, onion rings, bacon stacked on it.. it was over 4 -5 in high.. difficult to eat but good. * I really dislike when ppl give ratings of 1 or 2 ‘based on an issue such as valet, or club colors ’. Not food/service. Doesn’t seem fair. I can see why they use valet, the parking lot has ruts that rainwater accumulates in, ppl would get wet getting in or out of their cars.”
“Such a wonderful addition to Canal Street. The atmosphere is quaint, the food so good, service outstanding. Husband had hamburger and French fries, I had Eggplant Parmigiana with a very fresh side salad. I felt the prices very fair and the menu to suite many tastes. . It will become one of my favorite restaurants in New Smyrna.”
Most Popular Restaurants
“I love the Flagler Tavern atmosphere and staff. However the burger sliders were not favorable at all! They were the most overcooked and smallest sliders that I have ever had and were not up to Flagler Tavern standards. I’m sure I will be back as a Loyalty member but will probably pass on the apps.”
“Loved it here for lunch as did our guests. Riverdeck did a great job on the renovations, clean, bright, tables on the deck ,not crowded in and with a beautiful river view all around. Interesting menu choices, lots of fun cocktails too. We had the pleasure of meeting BRAKUS (not sure of sp) on his first day there as a server. He was quite personable, fun, and entertaining! He will definitely be a great asset to the restaurant! The pesto shrimp flatbread and ahi tuna app were very good. My husband had a burger that had ham , cheese, onion rings, bacon stacked on it.. it was over 4 -5 in high.. difficult to eat but good. * I really dislike when ppl give ratings of 1 or 2 ‘based on an issue such as valet, or club colors ’. Not food/service. Doesn’t seem fair. I can see why they use valet, the parking lot has ruts that rainwater accumulates in, ppl would get wet getting in or out of their cars.”
“Everytime I come here I feel like I have Mark as our server! He’s wonderful! So polite and social and on top of it! I was feeling bad about breaking my foot and he stopped to have a conversation with me that made me feel so much better…. I’ve been coming here for forever and I have zero bad things to say! Great food, great staff, great customer service! Thank you for everything you do guys!”
“Burger was warm not hot but it was busy. Seeing all the pre toasted buns piled up was disappointing. But first visit and I am sure the can do a great burger for the price. Will definitely try them again , fish and pot roast sandwiches look great
If nothing else the ice is absolutely great!!”
“Best place in town give you more food for your money and everyone is very nice and friendly i would recommend this place to my friends and family Service is great too, but sometimes it gets busy and you have to wait a little bit better than Subway I live in Port Orange originally from Edgewater. I would definitely make a trip up there for big Joe’s food.”
“We decided to try this for breakfast and trust me it did not disappoint. The service was excellent. We even met the owner super down to earth and funny. Food is amazing and big portions. Prices reasonable. Will definitely be coming back. Want to try for dinner. Definitely a must try good home cooking”
New Restaurants
“Our family & friends love dining in or getting carry out from Happy Pappys! Great for families or groups too. Clean restaurant & super nice staff. Love supporting local businesses!”
“My wife and I went to eat in downtown NSB and our usual favorite was closed, so we walked around and came across Bar Leona. I normally never even glance at bars since bar food is normally atrocious, but after seeing what was on people's plates, we went in and were not disappointed. This is no bar food; the cuisine is obviously prepared by a well-trained chef. I have traveled the world and this is some of the best Italian cuisine I have had. I watched the kitchen and could see the craftsmanship going into the food prep.
The Buratta appetizer is a delicious blended ricotta with a pool of honey and a little spice. My only criticism is it should have a few more slices of crostini to go with the liberal portion of ricotta, but it's fabulous. The meatball appetizer has a generous portion with a well-balanced sauce, not too sour or tangy as with some Italian restaurants. Same goes for the Spicy Vodka ziti, Pasta Bolognese, Seafood Pasta; delicious sauces, well-balanced flavors, and generous portions. I have had some of their specials like mushroom seafood ravioli that was superb; handmade dough and filling, no frozen ravioli dumped out of a bag with a sauce poured on top. The Pork Picatta was a good-sized super tender pork chop over pasta covered by a delicious lemon caper sauce.
I have always gotten superb service whether on a weekday or busy weekend. Their team work together so if one server sees someone needs something, they'll step in and get it taken care of.
They have an excellent selection of desserts that change, and of course a great drink selection.
Prices are not cheap but are in line with this quality of fare in the area. There are not a lot of tables, especially for larger groups, so better get there early to avoid a wait. This place is now in my top two restaurants when I want a good meal.”
“Truly a hidden gem in NSB. If you're looking for a low key, laid back vibe this is it. Dating back to the early 1960's, this place truly embodies the real NSB. Friendly, laid back staff. Rooms and common areas clean and well kept.
If you need room service, a conceirge, vegan menu options, or need to post 37 pictures of your craft cocktail and avacado toast to all 17 of your Instagram followers... Please don't come here and ruin it for the rest of us.
If you want good food, cheap drinks, a beach side pool, and a clean room to crash in... This place is it!”
“Saw their truck around and decided to check them out since I needed some work done before selling my house. They were able to get everything wrapped up cleanly, right on schedule. A few hiccups with communication, but overall no complaints about the work itself. Made my life a bit easier during a busy time (and that’s helpful).”
“The young girl in charge of management today 7/13/2026 had good bedside manner and was very sweet , she was able to help me check out and had a good positive attitude, I think she does a good job I bought 2 pink bear barista cups, and came all the way from Daytona Beach, Thank You so much for your help 🙏”
“excellent food, drinks, and service. Michele was our server and extremely knowledgeable of ALL menu items. If you like bloody Marys, the Holy Mary was delicious, just like an appetizer...lol. I highly recommend the place and Michele!”