The Best Waterfront Dining in Vero Beach & Sebastian

Dining in Vero Beach and Sebastian doesn’t just mean tasty food; it also means great views. Sometimes inside and often times outside, there are plenty of places to enjoy the food and sights. Here’s the list of local favorites:

 

Captain Hiram’s Blackfin’s Riverfront Grill & Sandbar Beach Club 

If you’re looking for a laid-back Key West style party, then Hiram’s is definitely where you will want to spend your weekend. The resort includes accommodations, a private dining room, a large indoor dining room, and the famous sandbar. The sandbar is exactly what it sounds like, a large outdoor dining area, filled with sand. With three bars and two stages, at Hiram’s you can eat, drink and party the night away. The menu features wings, seafood, burgers, beer and of course frozen cocktails! Settle in at one of the booths along the water or at an umbrella covered table by one of the two stages while you enjoy the scenery. If you’re up for an adventure, Hiram’s also rents boats, jet skis, paddle boards, and kayaks.

City: Sebastian  –  Type of View: Indian River Lagoon  –  Arrive by Boat: Yes

Outriggers Bar & Grill

If you’re craving a truly local waterside dining experience, look no further than Outriggers Bar & Grill in Sebastian. Located alongside a marina, Outriggers is a dockside bar and grill. It’s a little off the beaten path, giving it some local Indian River charm. Watch boats come and go as the sun sets, all while enjoying live music or watching the game. Don’t let the casual vibe fool you though, the food is exceptional! The menu features seafood, wraps, wings, burgers, quesadillas, tacos, salads, and homemade soups.

City: Sebastian  –  Type of View: Indian River Lagoon   –   Arrive by Boat: Yes

Riverside Cafe

The Riverside Cafe is a Vero Beach staple. Located along the Indian River Lagoon, it’s a great place to watch the sunset. The outside high-tops all face the water, making for a great view no matter where you sit. Inside you’ll find a large bar as well as plenty of dining tables. On Sunday’s Riverside offers an all you can eat brunch from 10am – 2pm and they just added endless mimosas and Bloody Mary’s to the brunch menu! During the week, join them for happy hour or live music on Fridays and Saturdays. Who knows, maybe you’ll even run into Vero Beach native Jake Owen.

City: Vero Beach   –    Type of View: Indian River Lagoon  –   Arrive by Boat: Yes

Squid Lips Overwater Grill

Squid Lips isn’t technically waterfront. The restaurant sits at the end of a 50’ dock, over the water making it more of an island than a coastal restaurant! If the weather is nice, the windows are open, giving diners panoramic views of the Indian River Lagoon. Squid Lips has a huge menu, everyone in your party is sure to find something they’ll love.

City: Sebastian   –   Type of View: Indian River Lagoon  –   Arrive by Boat: Yes

Tiki Bar & Grill

Located along Sebastian’s waterfront, Tiki Bar & Grill is a laid-back spot to enjoy a meal, refreshing drink and views of the Indian River Lagoon. With mostly outdoor seating, a full liquor bar and a relaxed, toes-in-the-sand atmosphere, it’s a great place to unwind by the water. The menu features made-to-order favorites, including fresh fish, seafood, tacos and sandwiches. Guests can also enjoy live music and regular events throughout the week, adding to the lively, local atmosphere.

City: Sebastian   –   Type of View: Indian River Lagoon  –   Arrive by Boat: Yes

Waldo’s at the Driftwood Resort

Waldo’s, aka America’s last great hangout, is not only a great restaurant with views of the ocean just steps away it’s also a resort offering accommodations, a pool, bar, and live music. Even if you’re not staying at the resort, you’ll enjoy the views and of course the food at Waldo’s. Guests can eat on the patio overlooking the beach or directly in the sand for an up-close view.

City: Vero Beach   –   Type of View: Ocean   – Arrive by Boat: No

Cobalt & Heaton’s in the Vero Beach Hotel and Spa

Cobalt is just steps from the water, giving all diners gorgeous views of the Atlantic Ocean. You can dine inside and still take in the view with floor to ceiling windows. After dinner, head outside to the patio and cozy up at one of the fire pits while enjoying their signature drink, the Vero Breeze! Don’t forget to try their oysters, Cobalt donates all of their oyster shells to St. Lucie’s Oyster Reef Restoration Program to help rebuild the reefs.

If you’re looking for something a little more casual, you can opt for their al-fresco poolside bar, Heaton’s Reef. At Heaton’s you can watch the big game and/or enjoy weekly live music. With a lively happy hour and monthly events like full moon and beach dance parties it’ll quickly become your new favorite place for dinner and to just hangout!

City: Vero Beach   –   Type of View: Ocean   –   Arrive by Boat: No

Citrus Grillhouse 

Combining great food, with casual dining and waterfront views is a an everyday occurrence at Citrus Grillhouse! As a self described “American Bistro-Style Casual Seaside Restaurant,” you’ll find surprising, yet delicious twists on classic menu items. You can eat inside, but the best views are from their beachfront veranda. Besides the panoramic views, you’ll also fall in fall with Citrus Grillhouse for their rotating menu! They offer fresh ingredients, based on what’s in season.

City: Vero Beach   –   Type of View: Ocean   –   Arrive by Boat: No

The Wave Kitchen & Bar at Costa d’ Este Beach Resort 

The Wave Kitchen & Bar can be found inside the Costa d’ Este Beach Resort, owned by Gloria & Emilio Estefan. Dine indoors and enjoy an elegant dining room with a daily happy hour and weekly specials. On Thursdays The Wave features Paella Night and on Wednesdays you can enjoy steak night! The breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch menus feature splashes of Cuban flair, an homage to Estefan’s heritage. After dinner, head outside and take in the views while enjoying a cocktail from The Cabana Bar, Costa d’ Este’s poolside bar. You don’t have to be a hotel guest to enjoy the resort’s restaurant and bar!

City: Vero Beach   –   Type of View: Ocean   –    Arrive by Boat: No

Sebastian Saltwater Marina Restaurant

Located directly on the water, Sebastian Saltwater Marina Restaurant offers waterfront dining with beautiful views of the Indian River Lagoon. Guests can enjoy a meal outdoors while taking in the scenery or relax with a drink at the bar. The menu features fresh seafood along with a variety of other options, including steak, chicken, pasta and sandwiches, making it a great spot to enjoy a meal by the water in Sebastian.

City: Sebastian   –   Type of View: Indian River Lagoon   –    Arrive by Boat: Yes

Ocean Grill

Get ready to lick your plate clean at Ocean Grill in Vero Beach. Located in the heart of Ocean Drive right on the beach, Ocean Grill has one of the best views in town. Healthy eaters will love the fresh selections that starts with the fresh caught local seafood. Complete your meal with the perfect glass of wine or beer from this restaurant’s drink list. Families will feel right at home at this restaurant with its kid-friendly menu and atmosphere. A night out here can be a bit pricey, so prepare to shell out a bit more. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all served at the restaurant, but reviewers rate the dinner menu the highest.

City: Vero Beach   –   Type of View: Ocean   –    Arrive by Boat: No

Tradewinds 41

Located along Royal Palm Pointe in Vero Beach, Tradewinds 41 offers waterfront dining with a blend of coastal charm and upscale flair. Inspired by the feel of a 1950s tiki bar, the restaurant features indoor and outdoor seating, scenic water views and a menu centered on fresh seafood and steaks prepared over an Argentine-style wood-fired grill. From oysters and seafood towers to wood-fired steaks, fish tacos and signature cocktails, there’s something to enjoy whether you’re stopping by for a relaxed lunch, weekend brunch or dinner by the water.

City: Vero Beach   –   Type of View: Indian River Lagoon   –    Arrive by Boat: Yes