New Smyrna Beach is well known for its surf, moderate weather and white sand beaches. However, New Smyrna Beach has also made headlines for having some impeccable local cuisine. Many restaurants offer outdoor seating, so that you can truly enjoy that sunshine.

Looking for New Smyrna Beach restaurants with outdoor seating? Norwood’s Restaurant & Treehouse Bar has an incredible outdoor dining experience. The Treehouse bar is a great place to grab a drink or dinner, while still enjoying the lovely New Smyrna Beach weather. They serve delicious steak and seafood. I order their lobster tail and the Captain’s Platter. I love ordering the Captain’s Platter because it comes with their delicious crab cake.

Here are the menu items that they are known for:

• Crab Cakes
• Mahi
• Ribeye
• Scallops
• Potato Cake

I loved the cozy treehouse bar and I think it’s the coolest place to eat in town. I celebrated a birthday at Norwood’s and had a great experience.

I usually have to wait a while to be seated at The Garlic but I think it’s well worth the wait!

The Garlic serves Italian cuisine, steak & seafood in an indoor and outdoor dining atmosphere.

Above all, The Garlic is a New Smyrna Beach icon and a must-try restaurant. I have enjoyed dinners with large groups and they handle it with ease.

I order the Filet Mignon, Alfredo and Calamari.

Here’s what The garlic restaurant is known for:

• Seafood cannelloni
• Filet Mignon
• Bocce Ball
• Lamb

Be sure to grab a drink at The Blu Bar while you wait for your table and enjoy the fun atmosphere.

Most importantly, Breakers NSB is a can’t miss lunch spot. If you drive past a pink building perched along the beach and wonder what it is, it’s the best burger place in town.

Breakers New Smyrna Beach is an oceanfront Restaurant with outdoor seating that overlooks the Atlantic Ocean.

I can’t resist their cheeseburgers with a view. I love the small town charm and character of breakers.

They are known for:

• Burgers
• Potato Salad
• Chilli Fries
• Fried Seafood
• Great Beach View

This isn’t a fancy restaurant, it’s a casual beachfront burger joint that offers outdoor seating with amazing view of New Smyrna Beach.

I like to come to breakers after a relaxing morning at the beach.

Certainly there are more amazing restaurants restaurants on Flagler Avenue. Third Wave cafe has an incredible outdoor seating area, I love the string lights and garden like atmosphere.

They are open for breakfast, brunch and dinner.

Third Wave Cafe is known for:

• Pizza
• French Toast
• Craft Cocktails
• Shrimp and Grits
• Crepes
• Fresh fish

I hear many locals rave about their vegan and vegetarian menu options.

Yellow Dog Eats is a restaurant in New Smyrna Beach on Canal Street. Additionally, Yellow Dog Eats is a dog-friendly New Smyrna Beach restaurant.

I almost always order the pulled pork nachos. I haven’t found pulled pork wraps like theirs anywhere else. For example, their pulled pork wraps come with a variety of toppings like gouda cheese, bacon, fried onions and tangy coleslaw.

I could put fried onions on just about anything, so I am a huge fan of their wraps and sandwiches.

Additionally, Yellow Dog Eats is known for:

• Pulled Pork wraps
• Ahi Tuna tacos
• Pork Sandwiches
• Pulled Pork nachos
• Vegetarian Options

Lastly, The Grille at Riverview is located on Flagler Avenue next to the charming Riverview hotel and Spa.

I enjoy this restaurant’s pasta dishes and seafood. I like to stroll Flagler Avenue after dinner and enjoy the picturesque small town feel.

They are known for:

• Escargot
• Prime Rib
• Grouper
• Salads

I like to go to this restaurant to dine during sunset and I like to look out for dolphins in the river. I would rate this as one of the most scenic spots with outdoor seating.

In conclusion, I am adding a few tips for the best experience possible.

Firstly, outdoor restaurants in New Smyrna Beach usually offer heaters for the winter months. I still like to bring a sweater on cool evenings because I get cold easily.

Secondly, outdoor waterfront dining in New Smyrna Beach is a great way to experience nature. Be sure to stay on the look out for dolphins and unique birds while you enjoy your meal.

I have spotted dolphins the most at The Grille at Riverview. I also enjoy watching the pelicans and seagulls at The Breakers in New Smyrna Beach.

Furthermore, New Smyrna Beach weather can also get quite warm in the summer months. Many outdoor restaurants, like Norwood’s, have large fans to cool you down. I like to dress comfortably when I am eating outdoors over the summer.

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