My wife and I stumbled across the Beacon while we were dating in different colleges and met in New Smyrna as a halfway point. We drove around for an hour looking for a place for lunch, and saw a few cop cars at the Beacon so assumed that they were either being robbed or very good since the locals were there. Luckily, there was no foul play, only very smart cops who knew where to get a great lunch! The Beacon is simple Southern comfort next to the beach. Nothing very fancy, but everything done well. The food is outstanding and some of the lowest prices you might find anywhere. My wife and I now go back a few times a year even though it is two hours away and we have no other reason to go! We just love the Beacon and wish we could take it home with us, or possibly move closer. :)