You might be thinking Cocoa Beach has a downtown? Yes, it does, and what makes it even better is it’s away from the hustle and bustle of the touristy spots like the Pier and Ron Jon’s Surf Shop.
It’s also home to some of the best family-owned restaurants on the Space Coast!
Here is our complete foodie guide to dining in Downtown Cocoa Beach. Just about all these restaurants are within walking distance and make for a great date night, pub crawl, or self-guided foodie tour.
Instead of toiling over what to eat next, let us take you on a food tour adventure. You’ll enjoy small plates and cool drinks from a rotation of local restaurants’ exclusive menus while on a guided walking tour through Historic Cocoa Village. It’s a vacation-making experience you won’t want to miss.
Downtown Cocoa Beach Restaurants
The Tiny Turtle
249 Minutemen Causeway
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
Everything you need to know: The Tiny Turtle is a chill mom-and-pop place featuring delicious Caribbean fusion menu items. It has a relaxed island with both indoor and outdoor seating. They are currently in the process of renovating and adding a bar so that you can have some cocktails with delicious food.
Some of my favorite items here are the Sofrito Bowl and the pulled pork peanut butter and jelly sliders. Also, they open for breakfast and have the most amazing stuffed french toast EVER! One of the wins about the Tiny Turle is that the menu is very reasonably priced.
Website: http://thetinyturtle.com/
The Fat Donkey Ice Cream and Fine Desserts
247 Minutemen Causeway
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
Ice Cream shop with a line around the block. Tons of great flavors to choose from. Go during nonpeak hours so you don’t have to wait too long. They are right next to The Tiny Turtle.
Website: http://www.thefatdonkey.com/
Cocoa Beach Thai & Sushi
24 N Orlando Ave
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
I honestly have never tried this place out yet and will update this post as soon as I do. I have worked at several sushi and Thai restaurants in the area (for close to 15 years) and never hear good nor bad about the place. Also, all of their recent health inspections as of posting this was A grade.
Website: http://ccbthaisushi.com/
Acai Express Cocoa Beach
19 N Orlando Ave
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
Your place to go for Acai Bowls while you are in Downtown Cocoa Beach
Website: https://www.acaiexpress.com/
Flavour Kitchen And Wine Bar
15 N Orlando Ave
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
A great fine dining option. Chef Jason is a character and the rest of the team is always awesome.
Website: https://www.flavourkitchencb.com/
Pompano Grill
110 N Brevard Ave
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
One of my favorite fine dining options in Brevard County. This is a great place for a special occasion or casual night out. They have pasta made in-house as well as some of the best fish dishes around.
Website: http://www.pompanogrill.com/
Johnathan’s Pub
140 N Brevard Ave
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
This is a true locals dive bar and I mean that in the best way. The fresh-squeezed drinks are delicious. The sandwiches have been perfected. This is a great place to feel like a local, as most people in this place are.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/JohnathansPub/
The Green Room Cafe
222 N 1st St
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
Cozy little local place. Great atmosphere, friendly staff, and delicious food. Great place to eat after a day at the beach. They have mostly Vegetarian and Vegan options. They are one of the few restaurants in the area strictly focused on veggie options.
Website: http://www.thegreenroomcafe.com/
Simply Delicious Cafe & Bakery
125 N Orlando Ave
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
One of the best breakfast places in Cocoa Beach, the stuffed french toast is great, and treat yourself to something from the bakery case on your way out.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/SimplyDeliciousCafe
Cafe Surfinista
86 N Orlando Ave
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
Great place to eat healthy food in a cozy friendly atmosphere. They have menu items like acai bowls and
wraps.
Website: http://www.cafesurfinista.com/
Juice ‘N Java Cafe
75 N Orlando Ave
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
A breakfast, lunch, and even dinner(with coffee shop vibes) staple in Downtown Cocoa Beach.
Website: http://www.juicenjavacafe.com/
Jazzy’s Mainely Lobster
210 N Orlando Ave
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
I still have yet to visit Jazzy’s but have heard nothing but amazing things. This is supposedly the best spot to grab a lobster roll in Brevard County. I’ve heard is you have to order it with double meat for it to taste like the real deal. That being said good Seafood ain’t cheap.
Website: https://www.jazzysmainelylobster.com/
The Pig & Whistle
240 N Orlando Ave
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
Friendly old fashion British-style pub /restaurant. They have great breakfast specials great and cocktails. Some crowd favorites are the shepherd’s pie, french dip, and fish sandwiches.
Website: https://thepigandwhistlecocoabeach.business.site/
Slow & Low Bar-B-Que
306 N Orlando Ave
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
Great Bar-B-Que spot in Cocoa Beach. I once got to watch world-famous competitive eater Randy Santel eat one of their massive pulled pork Sandwiches. There is a “Normal” sized version on the menu.
Website: http://www.slowandlowbarbeque.com/
4th Street Fillin Station
382 N Orlando Ave
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
This is an epic spot to visit when you are in the area. It’s an old gas station converted into a restaurant that even has a Dessert Bar! They open early and have some great brunch options. They are in my opinion one of the best places to grab a non-traditional taco. They also have some great vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options.
Website: http://4thstreetfillinstation.com/
Oasis Shaved Ice
157 N Orlando Ave
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
Shave Ice shop in Cocoa Beach
Website: https://www.facebook.com/oasis-shaved-ice-142813199108148
Heidelberg Restaurant Cocoa Beach
7 N Orlando Ave
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
This is the only place I will recommend in North Brevard for German food. They also have a Jazz Club at night that is really great.
Website: https://heidelbergcocoabeach.com/
Latin Shark
26 N Orlando Ave
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
Latin American restaurant with delicious menu items like tostones, whole fried fish and Arepa’s
Website: https://latinshark.com/
Fat Kahunas
8 Minutemen Causeway
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
Very small and quaint fine dining restaurant within feet of the beach, great dishes of all kinds.
Website: http://fatkahunas.com/
Coconuts on the Beach
2 Minutemen Causeway
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
Website: https://coconutsonthebeach.com/
Beach hangout that makes for great people-watching.
Lulu’s
34 S Atlantic Ave
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
Website: http://www.luluspirits.com/
Easygoing bar with eclectic decor, classic American bar food, & a patio with lounge seating
LUNA Food & Wine
9 S Atlantic Ave
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
Website: https://lunafoodandwine.com/
one-of-a-kind fine dining in a casual beach atmosphere.
The Skinny Mermaid
66 S Orlando Ave
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
Website: http://theskinnymermaid.com/
Eatery offering creative rice & quinoa bowls with toppings, plus bubble tea & patio seating.
Sergio’s Tacos
76 S Orlando Ave
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
Website: https://www.sergiostacosgrill.com/
The go-to spot for authentic Mexican tacos, we are talking fresh corn tortillas, simple onion, and cilantro toppings. They also have some great Torta’s.