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Bars Directly On The Beach

This page is intentionally stricter than “beachside.” These are New Smyrna Beach bars that are literally on the beach or directly oceanfront, not just on the beachside half of town. They are the best fit when you want drinks with sand, surf, and ocean views as the main attraction.

When To Choose An Oceanfront Bar

Pick an oceanfront bar when you want a casual beach-day stop, a place to meet friends after swimming or surfing, or a low-effort sunset-to-evening plan. If you want a broader nightlife crawl, the full local bars list gives you more Flagler Avenue and restaurant-bar options.

Bars On The Beach

Bars that are literally on the beach or directly oceanfront in New Smyrna Beach.

The Breakers Restaurant

The Breakers Restaurant

A casual oceanfront restaurant directly on Flagler Avenue Beach with burgers, seafood, drinks, and beach views.

  • Direct oceanfront
  • Casual beach atmosphere
  • Burgers and seafood
  • Walkable from Flagler Avenue
Area
Oceanfront
Beach distance
On the beach
Closest beach access
Flagler Avenue Beach
Best for
Beach lunch, casual dinner, oceanfront drinks
Address
518 Flagler Ave, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169
On the beach Beachside Bar Restaurant
Website

Updated June 9, 2026

Sea Vista Tiki Bar

Sea Vista Tiki Bar

An oceanfront tiki bar at Sea Vista with direct beach access, poolside energy, food, and drinks.

  • Direct oceanfront
  • Tiki bar
  • Food and drinks
  • Pool and beach setting
Area
Oceanfront
Beach distance
On the beach
Closest beach access
Direct beach access
Best for
Beach drinks, tiki bar, casual oceanfront hangout
Address
1701 S Atlantic Ave, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169
On the beach Beachside Bar Restaurant
Website

Updated June 9, 2026

Oceanfront

Chase's on the Beach

A relaxed oceanfront restaurant and bar on South Atlantic Avenue with seafood, burgers, drinks, live music, and beach views.

  • Direct oceanfront
  • Food and drinks
  • Live music
  • Beach views
Area
Oceanfront
Beach distance
On the beach
Closest beach access
Direct beach access
Best for
Oceanfront drinks, casual lunch, live music, groups
Address
3401 S Atlantic Ave, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169
On the beach Beachside Bar Restaurant
Website

Updated June 9, 2026

For bars that are close to the beach but not directly oceanfront, see the full local bars list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which New Smyrna Beach bars are directly on the beach?

Direct oceanfront options include The Breakers, Sea Vista Tiki Bar, and Chase’s on the Beach.

About New Smyrna Beach

New Smyrna Beach is best known for having the best surfing in Florida and its moniker as the Shark Bite Capital of the World. Don't be alarmed though, shark bites are still rare, haven't been fatal in years, and primarily happen to surfers that are way out past the break. New Smyrna Beach has hosted the National Scholastic Surfing Association Championships, the National Kidney Foundation Pro-Am Surf Festival, and the National Scholastic Surfing Association East Coast Championships due to its incredible waves. Also, New Smyrna Beach lets you drive on the beach, which is a unique experience that you can't find at many other beaches!

The city boasts an incredible array of restaurants like Norwood's, The Garlic, Avanu on Flagler, and The Breakers. Many of the local restaurants are located on Flagler Avenue, which is a popular shopping district that leads to the beach, Canal Street, which is the historic downtown area, and Third Avenue, which is the beachside shopping district.

More than 422,000 people visit New Smyrna Beach each year to take in the incredible sunrises, enjoy the family-friendly atmosphere, and experience the local culture. Make your way to the Flagler Ave beach, or any of the other 13 beach access points, to enjoy an east coast sunrise over the water and take in the beauty of the Atlantic Ocean.

New Smyrna Beach is a city in Volusia County, Florida, United States, located on the central east coast of the state, with the Atlantic Ocean to the east. Its population was estimated to be 33,182 in 2025 by the United States Census Bureau. The downtown section of the city is located on the west side of the Indian River and the Indian River Lagoon system. The Coronado Beach Bridge crosses the Intracoastal Waterway just south of Ponce de Leon Inlet, connecting the mainland with the beach on the coastal barrier island.

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