The year-round sun and warmth of Florida make it an ideal destination any time of year. Pack your bags and set your sights on the crashing waves of Cocoa Beach. It’s the perfect mix of sun, sand, water, and fun for a vacation that everyone will love. There are plenty of fun and exciting indoor and outdoor activities to fit everyone’s agenda, so everyone stays happy and busy. During all the adventures, you’re bound to work up an appetite. There are plenty of spots for dining in Cocoa Beach to fill your stomach that offers a quick and easy snack on the go, all the way up to an upscale and romantic atmosphere for a special date. When you’re out and about you’ll be looking for the mid-range casual atmosphere with a menu that will satisfy the pickiest of eaters.
Ellie Mae’s Tiki Bar
The restaurant’s motto of “cruise by for a cold one” showcases the casual atmosphere you’ll find. The bar is found in the Cape Canaveral area, not far from Cocoa Beach. Choose from a variety of dips like Pimento cheese with smoked onion jam, smoked fish dip, our southern style bean dip to start. There is a variety of salads to choose from, including chef salad or Florida Fresh Spinach Salad with blue cheese and a variety of fruits. Enjoy hot or cold peel-and-eat shrimp, pot roast, a BLT, and more. Try Ellie Mae’s Pups slider hot dogs, and wrap up the meal with chocolate lava cake, or Key lime crème pie. Enjoy drink specials each night like Rum Punch, a Tropical Russian – Siesta Key toasted coconut rum, Miami Club Cuban coffee, and cream – and others. Drop by for a special event like karaoke night, trivia night, or live music.
The Tiny Turtle
Located right in Cocoa Beach, breakfast is served daily along with delicious wraps, sandwiches, tacos, and more, with many gluten-free dishes. Start the day with their build your own omelet – three eggs served with potato hash or sliced tomatoes and Cuban toast or biscuit and pile on a variety of toppings, traditional biscuits n’ gravy, stuffed French toast, or “tropical cakes” – banana pancakes topped with whipped cream, 100% maple syrup and mango, pineapple, guava, and passion fruit coulis for the tropical twist. Come back later in the day for a variety of wraps and sandwiches like the grilled mahi BLT, four-cheese bacon melt, or opt for a quinoa bowl. Gluten-free tacos are available, along with delicious smaller bites like tomato bisque caribe, four-cheese quesadilla, and others. There’s something for everyone.
Papa Vito’s
Delicious Italian food and a casual atmosphere is what you’ll find. A wide variety of Italian favorites can be found, from Italian chicken or steak salad to tiramisu and freshly prepared cannoli to finish things off. Enjoy appetizers like Papa’s zesty cheese bread, homemade meatballs & sauce, and Italian wedding soup. There are daily lunch and “early bird” happy hour specials, as well as “late-night” specials for when hunger strikes late. Try an award-winning pizza. Start with tomato sauce and cheese and create your own with an array of gourmet toppings or choose a spicy buffalo chicken or margherita style. Choose a cold or hot grinder like ham and cheese or meatball parmigiana. Delight in favorites like beef or cheese ravioli, baked ziti, manicotti, and fettuccine alfredo. Treat the kids to beef or cheese ravioli, penne with alfredo, spaghetti & meatballs, and other selections from the kids’ menu. There’s something delicious for everyone.
Crackers Island Grille
Find your way to Cape Canaveral and satisfy your hunger for island flare in your meal. Start with “shareables” like shrimp cocktail, Apalachee Bay oysters, and Cedar Key breaded clams, just to name a few. Soups and salads like Crackers Signature Salad – fresh spring mix, grilled shrimp, mahi, tomato, cucumber, onion, fresh mushroom, and more. Try the Bahamian chowder – a tomato & cream-based chowder with fresh mahi, conch, clams, and diced potatoes with a “cayenne kick.” Choose a “basket” of Cedar Key clam or chicken strips, Key Largo Bay fried shrimp, and more, each with Crackers’ old school hand-cut fries. Choose from an array of burgers and sandwiches from the mushroom & Swiss burger or Po’ Boy to the Philly Steak or Shrimp BLT. There’s a kids’ menu with chicken tenders, fish fillet, and other kid-friendly choices, as well as a menu to satisfy your sweet tooth. Pina colada cheesecake – pineapple, cream of coconut, and rum in a New York cheesecake filling or the buttermilk pie. Delight in the southern delicacy spilling over with the creamy taste of butter and hint of sweetness. There’s something delicious for every appetite.
Great Spots for Dining in Cocoa Beach
From a cozy two-bedroom for a smaller family or lovers’ getaway to a spacious three-bedroom for a larger family or group looking for plenty of Florida flavor, Stay in Cocoa Beach has a vacation rental that’s perfect for you. Step in and feel your stresses and worries melt away, knowing all your needs will be met. Our kitchens come fully equipped with everything you’ll need to make a home-cooked version of the ones you’ve tasted at local restaurants. Stretch out with some popcorn and your favorite show or movie, and retreat to a private bedroom for some rest and relaxation at the end of the day. Choose a premium unit for upgrades like flat-screen TVs, stainless steel appliances, and more.
Call us today to start planning your delicious Cocoa Beach adventure!
