The General Public House

07/28/2026

Come hungry, stay awhile, and make The General Public House your go-to spot any day of the week. We’ll see you soon! 🍔🍺

07/26/2026

Jacksonville Dueling Pianos had the whole house singing, dancing, laughing, and making memories together. 🍻🎤

Thank you to everyone who came out, requested your favorite songs, and turned General Public House into the place to be! We simply love nights like this.

Missed it? Don’t worry—this definitely won’t be the last time these talented performers take the stage

07/26/2026

Chef Heather Sullivan Otero’s legendary empanadas are returning to General Public House!

✨ Crispy. Golden. Made with Love!

🥩 Traditional Picadillo-perfectly seasoned ground beef served with our house-made crema.
🌱 Vegetarian Black Bean, Bell Pepper & Onion

Served with our signature house-made crema for dipping.

07/22/2026

The stage is set at General Public House, and this week’s lineup is bringing something for every music lover.

🎤 Thursday | Stephanie Rose (6–9 PM)
Kick off the weekend early with Stephanie Rose’s soulful vocals, crowd-favorite covers, and piano-driven performance that creates the perfect laid-back atmosphere for dinner and drinks.

🎸 Friday | Devin James (6–9 PM)
A talented singer-songwriter and guitarist, Devin James blends acoustic favorites with an easygoing style that’s perfect for a Friday night on Canal Street.

🎹Saturday | Jacksonville Dueling Pianos (7:30–9:30 PM)
Get ready for the most interactive night of the week! Jacksonville Dueling Pianos delivers a high-energy, all-request show packed with singalongs, laughs, audience participation, and nonstop entertainment. You pick the songs—they bring the party.

📍501 Canal Street | New Smyrna Beach

Tag your concert crew and tell us which night you’ll be joining us! 🎵

07/21/2026

Too early for pumpkin? Never.

Our seasonal Pumpkin Empanadas are making an early appearance this FRIDAY alongside another fan-favorite Guava & Cream Cheese Empanadas.

Fresh, warm, and available while supplies last!

Are you trying the Pumpkin or Guava one first? Tell us below👇

07/18/2026

⚽🌎 THE WORLD CUP CHAMPIONSHIP GAME IS THIS SUNDAY, AND GENERAL PUBLIC HOUSE IS THE PLACE TO WATCH IT! 🌎⚽

Catch every minute of the action with fellow fans as every TV is tuned to the match. Pair the biggest game in the world with championship-worthy food and drink specials!

🍹 $5 Buenos Aires Margaritas
🍷 $5 Spanish Sunset Sangria

🏆 World Cup BBQ Sampler for Two – $29
🔥 2 Tatanka Wings
🥪 2 Pulled Pork Sliders
🍖 2 St. Louis Rib Smacks
🍺 2 Domestic Bottles

🍺 Happy Hour Beer Specials ALL DAY
📺 Every TV tuned to the match
👕 Wear your favorite country’s jersey and bring the energy!

Bring your friends, grab a cold drink, and cheer your team on with us! ⚽🍻

📍 General Public House
501 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach

07/15/2026

Help us fill backpacks and fuel futures.

Back-to-school season is here, and together we can make sure local students start the year with the supplies they need to succeed.

🗓 July 15 – August 1
📍 Drop off your donations at The General Public House (501 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach)

Donate 3 or more school supply items and receive 10% OFF your purchase at the time of your donation.

We’re collecting:
✏️ Pencils
📓 Notebooks
🖍 Crayons & markers
📐 Rulers
📂 Folders & binders
🎧 Headphones
🧮 Calculators
…and so much more!

Every notebook, every pack of crayons, every pair of headphones helps a local child walk into the classroom feeling confident and prepared.

Thank you for helping us support local students while we partner with local nonprofit organizations to give back to our community. Together, we can make a real difference—one backpack at a time. ❤️

📍 The General Public House
501 Canal Street
New Smyrna Beach, FL

07/11/2026

Sundays at General Public House are made for brunch. 🍳🥂

If you’re searching for the best brunch in New Smyrna Beach, you’ve found it. From our savory Brisket Benedict to comforting French Toast just like Mom used to make, every brunch is paired perfectly with handcrafted cocktails, including brunch favorites like Bloody Marys and mimosas.

Whether you’re catching up with friends, fueling up after the beach, or making brunch your new Sunday tradition, there’s a seat waiting for you on Canal Street.

👇 We have to know…
Are you Team Sweet 🍓 or Team Savory 🥓 when it comes to brunch? Tell us your go-to order in the comments!

07/08/2026

🎶 Looking for the BEST live music in New Smyrna Beach this week? You just found your plans. 🎶

Great food. Handcrafted cocktails. Local talent.

Thursday (7/9): Help us welcome Rachel Harness for her General Public House debut! Pair the music with our $5 Martinis and ½-Price Appetizers-Thursday night only!

🎤 Friday (7/10): Savannah Savino returns to keep the weekend rolling with another incredible performance.

🎹 Saturday (7/11): Stephanie Rose is back to close out the weekend with all your favorite live tunes.

Whether you’re searching for live music in New Smyrna Beach, the best restaurant on Canal Street, craft cocktails, or the perfect date night spot, General Public House checks every box.

📍501 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach
🕕 Live music from 6–9 PM

07/07/2026

The winner of our name the Smoker Giveaway is…..

Michelle Canady Vaughn

With her entry of “Smokey and the Bandit”

The smoker putting out the best bbq in New Smyrna Beach needed the best name 🎉🎉🎉

Thank you all for participating and all the creative entries. We love our smokers new name.

Make sure you continue to follow us for more exciting announcements, events, and specials!

07/06/2026

We had so much fun serving up our Alligator Sausage Po Boys at the BBQ Challenge! Thank you to everyone who came out and all our competitors for bringing it! Another huge shout to LUMA NSB for hosting us.

07/06/2026

Don’t forget to like your favorites before it’s too late! Comments close tonight and winner announced tomorrow!

🚨 IT’S GIVEAWAY TIME! 🚨

🔥 HELP US NAME OUR NEW SMOKER! 🔥

This beauty just rolled in, and a smoker this legendary deserves a legendary name. Now it’s your chance to leave your mark on General Public House and win a $50 Gift Card!

Here’s how to enter:

🔥 Drop your best name suggestion in the comments.
❤️ Share this post and invite your friends to support your favorite name.
🏆 The eligible comment with the most legitimate likes when the contest ends wins a $50 General Public House Gift Card!

To claim the prize, the winner must:
✅Share this post
✅ Follow General Public House on Facebook
✅ Follow General Public House on Instagram
✅ Be 21 years of age or older
✅ Be a legal U.S. resident

If the top-voted entry is found to be ineligible, does not meet the contest requirements, or the winner does not respond within 48 hours, the prize will be awarded to the next eligible runner-up.

📅 Contest Ends: Monday, July 7, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET

🎉 Winner Announced: Tuesday, July 8, 2026, by 11:59 PM ET

No purchase necessary. Limit one (1) entry per person. By entering, you grant General Public House permission to use your submitted smoker name and social media username for promotional purposes. General Public House reserves the right to disqualify entries or votes generated through bots, fake accounts, purchased engagement, or other fraudulent activity. This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Facebook or Instagram.

🙌🏻Duplicate names and multiple entries will be deleted.

👇 Now let’s hear it… What should we name this beast? 🔥🐖🥩

07/05/2026

Meet us at LUMA NSB today 1-5pm. We can’t wait to feed you!

07/04/2026

🚨 Follow the smoke. 🚨

When you catch that unmistakable aroma rolling down Canal St, you know you’re headed the right way. 🔥

Low and slow. Smoked to perfection. Packed with bold flavor.

Come see why the best BBQ in town starts right here at General Public House. 🍖🔥

07/02/2026

We are so excited to announce we will be participating. A huge and special thanks to LUMA NSB for hosting us. We cant wait to see and feed everyone!

Stroll down to Flagler Avenue for our annual BBQ Challenge! Taking place on Sunday, July 5th, 2026, from 1pm – 5 pm!

07/01/2026

Join us this week for two nights of live music:

🎤 Thursday: Luky
🎸 Friday: Devin James

Music starts at 6 PM. Great food, great drinks, and even better company await.

06/30/2026

Coming to defend our title 💪🏻🏆

If you attended Cheeseburger Paradise 2025, you probably tasted the delicious BBS Slider from General Public House: slow-smoked, thick sliced brisket piled high with bacon and Swiss, glazed in their handcrafted BBQ sauce. They won the “Best Specialty Slider” Award and it was well-deserved!

The General Public House is back again this year at Cheeseburger Paradise! on September 19th with nine other restaurants we’ll be introducing over the next month. Get your tickets soon - the early bird discount ends on July 15th! www.rotarycheeseburger.org

06/30/2026

🚨 IT’S GIVEAWAY TIME! 🚨

🔥 HELP US NAME OUR NEW SMOKER! 🔥

This beauty just rolled in, and a smoker this legendary deserves a legendary name. Now it’s your chance to leave your mark on General Public House and win a $50 Gift Card!

Here’s how to enter:

🔥 Drop your best name suggestion in the comments.
❤️ Share this post and invite your friends to support your favorite name.
🏆 The eligible comment with the most legitimate likes when the contest ends wins a $50 General Public House Gift Card!

To claim the prize, the winner must:
✅Share this post
✅ Follow General Public House on Facebook
✅ Follow General Public House on Instagram
✅ Be 21 years of age or older
✅ Be a legal U.S. resident

If the top-voted entry is found to be ineligible, does not meet the contest requirements, or the winner does not respond within 48 hours, the prize will be awarded to the next eligible runner-up.

📅 Contest Ends: Monday, July 7, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET

🎉 Winner Announced: Tuesday, July 8, 2026, by 11:59 PM ET

No purchase necessary. Limit one (1) entry per person. By entering, you grant General Public House permission to use your submitted smoker name and social media username for promotional purposes. General Public House reserves the right to disqualify entries or votes generated through bots, fake accounts, purchased engagement, or other fraudulent activity. This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Facebook or Instagram.

🙌🏻Duplicate names and multiple entries will be deleted.

👇 Now let’s hear it… What should we name this beast? 🔥🐖🥩

06/26/2026

🎹 Dueling Pianos is BACK at General Public House!

Join us Saturday, June 27 from 7:00–9:30 PM for a night of live music, laughs, and all your favorite sing-alongs.

Reservations are highly recommended, so grab your table now!

👇 Drop your favorite song request in the comments… you never know, they just might play it! 🎶

06/20/2026

Our BBQ Platter brings together smoky brisket, tender ribs, and pulled pork for a meal worth slowing down for.

Dine in, take it home, or have it delivered through DoorDash.

The only hard part is deciding who gets the last rib. 🔥

06/18/2026

Good food. Cold drinks. Live music.

That’s the recipe around here.

Join us this week from 6–9 PM as we welcome three talented local artists to the stage:

🎤 Savannah Savino – Thursday
🎸 Shawn Brim – Friday
🎶 Jeff Allen – Saturday

Whether you’re looking for date night, dinner with friends, or just an excuse to stay out a little longer, we’ve got your weekend covered.

📍501 Canal Street | New Smyrna Beach