Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in Space Coast

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Cuizine Restaurant & Lounge

4.9

4.9 (911)

$31 to $50

Steak

Melbourne

About the restaurant

Cuizine Restaurant & Lounge features a unique and delicious selection of small plates and dinner entrees, as well an eclectic offering of specialty wines and signature martinis. So whether you crave something exotic, like Warm Mediterranean Octopus Salad, or a classic favorite, like a N.Y. Strip, don’t just dine out. Be dazzled. And from appetizers to drinks to dessert, come to Cuizine Restaurant & Lounge, where every dish has a zip—and creative zest is everything.

Top review

Ron

Dined 2 days ago

Both steaks were way over-salted. The most expensive 2-person meal I ever purchased.

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Popular dish

Seafood Crepe

The Melting Pot - Melbourne-Viera, FL

4.8

4.8 (865)

$31 to $50

Fondue

Melbourne

About the restaurant

Brevard’s favorite special occasion restaurant! The Melting Pot offers a truly unique dining experience created by the art of fondue. “The Melting Pot is pure entertainment,” declares The New York Times. Whether it is celebrating a birthday, anniversary, baby shower, bridal shower, graduation, or just a Ladies Night Out, The Melting Pot is sure to help enhance any special occasion. Spend your evening relaxing through our dining experience, and let our attentive servers guide you through our selections of fondues, martinis and fine wines. Visit us for lunch to enjoy a scenic view in our newly renovated covered patio. With a variety of featured martinis and spirits, The Melting Pot guarantees a dining experience like no other. Winner of an “Award of Excellence” from Wine Spectator magazine.

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sandra

Dined on Jun 27, 2025

Restaurant in Melbourne is too dark. We have eaten there 3 x and always are seated with such low lights. Food is decent. The fondue us always fresh and chocolate is delish. Little pricey.

Crush XI

4.8

4.8 (780)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Melbourne

About the restaurant

Crush XI is a casually hip gathering place serving up Rustic American Cookery, boutique style wines and thoughtfully crafted cocktails.
Crush XI is located in Historic Downtown Melbourne in The Iconic FlatIron Building.
The charm of the restaurant is complimented by the original brickwork and tin ceilings in this circa 1920's building.
Crush XI has a chef driven menu that changes seasonally.
Our staff will graciously walk you through the offerings on the menu.
The cocktail program is award winning!
We approach cocktails much like we approach food...thoughtfully made from scratch everyday.
Our uniquely domestic wine selection is a nod and a wink to our namesake, Crush, celebrating the crush of the grapes and the harvest in wine country.
Join us for our NEW Happy Hour!
EVERYDAY from 4-6pm - Enjoy modified cocktail pricing and 1/2 off APPETIZERS!
If you don't find the reservation time you are looking for, Please call us to book at (321) 312-6070

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HumbertoVIP

Dined 2 days ago

First time at Crush! Loved the crab fritters. The Ceasar was the best I had in a very long time! Thank you! We then had the delicious Pork Chop, and for dessert, the Carrot Cake Ice Cream, which Summer recommended, and it was superb. Kudos to Summer for taking great care of us, and Kurt for bringing us amazing drinks.

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Popular dish

Carrot Cake Ice Cream

Flavour Kitchen & Wine Bar

4.8

4.8 (1035)

$31 to $50

American

Cocoa Beach

About the restaurant

Located In Downtown Cocoa Beach, Flavour Kitchen & Wine Bar offers an eclectic view to wine bar cuisine!
Inspired by the restaurants and bars of New York, we offer creative fine dining foods served with meticulous attention to detail in a casual restaurant environment. Our menu, prepared by Chef Jason Bunin, is sure to have something for everyone.
From the time you walk through the door to the time you leave, you will see there is nothing ordinary about Flavour Kitchen & Wine Bar. Every dinner, dessert and brunch provides an opportunity for an unforgettable experience. You can have an ordinary dining experience anywhere, just not here!

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Tracy

Dined on Jun 23, 2025

Delicious food. Service is friendly, knowledgeable, efficient but not annoying, hovering at your elbow. Always a good night out with excellent food in a non-stuffy setting

Rebellion Beachside Bar and Bistro

4.8

4.8 (47)

$31 to $50

Contemporary French / American

Cocoa Beach

About the restaurant

Cocoa Beach's premier destination for delicious bites and handcrafted cocktails! Indulge in a menu that features fresh, locally-sourced ingredients and innovative dishes. Our craft cocktail bar showcases unique creations, and our carefully curated selection of natural wines is perfect for wine enthusiasts. Join us for a vibrant dining experience where every sip and bite tells a story. Come taste the difference!

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Andi

Dined 3 days ago

I cannot say enough good things about dinner last night. We tried the six course tasting menu and it was the exact perfect portions to not end up to stuffed for dinner and dessert. The wine that they paired was perfectly complementary and all of the food was exceptional. The weight staff is attentive, but not intrusive and everyone works together seamlessly.. The menu was a summer menu and it was refreshing. The Crudo was unbelievable. It was scallop with cashew and spicy chili crunch. It was just amazing. The homemade pasta was unbelievable with a light sauce that I just can’t say enough about.. I will be back so many times. I wish I lived closer I would be there twice a week.

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Experience

Rebellion Beachside Bar and Bistro Tasting Menu

Experience

Rebellion Beachside Bar & Bistro Drag Brunch

Chart House Restaurant - Melbourne

4.7

4.7 (6020)

$30 and under

Seafood

Melbourne

About the restaurant

Chart House is a fine dining restaurant serving seafood & steak and famous for their spectacular views. For more than 50 years, Chart House has redefined the ideal dining experience. With 27 waterfront and showcase locations ranging from the historic to the unforgettable, Chart House restaurants specialize in dazzling views, unique cuisine and exceptional service. From fresh fish specialties to slow-roasted prime rib, the renowned chefs of Chart House have tailored a menu that adds a unique touch to local flavors. And the Chart House happy hour is a guest favorite, where guest favor our signature cocktails and delicious bites you are sure to enjoy. Our original Hot Chocolate Lava Cake is the perfect end to a memorable dining experience at Chart House. Chart House offers the ideal setting for your next event. We would be happy to assist you with all the details of your special occasion.

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Elizabeth

Dined 1 day ago

I spent my birthday celebration here and it was wonderful, the service, the staff, the food, everything was amazing! I look forward to the next wonderful experience!

Djon's Steak & Lobster House

4.6

4.6 (2487)

$31 to $50

Steak

Melbourne

About the restaurant

A fine dining experience in Melbourne Beach. Djon's offers classic fine dining plus a wonderful, fun piano bar with live music every night. Djon's Steak and Lobster House offers a sumptuous menu with Certified Angus Beef Steaks, Prime New York Strips, Lamb Chops, Veal Chops and Seafood. Classic favorites such as the Steamed Lobster and Filet Mignon keep customers coming back.

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Isabella

Dined on Jun 25, 2025

We dined inside and there was a lovely piano player. I got the 8oz filet that automatically comes with green beans and mash potatoes, my boyfriend got the burger that comes with fries. Everything was very good but nothing was super special. Their desert menu was small and seemed pretty plain. We celebrated an anniversary so maybe I just expected a little more.

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Popular dish

Filet Mignon

Popular dish

Usda Prime New York Strip 14 oz

Popular dish

Shrimp Scampi

Ocean 302

4.5

4.5 (516)

$31 to $50

Comfort Food

Melbourne

About the restaurant

A casual and family-friendly Scratch Farm to Table restaurant serving hearty portions of comfort fare in Melbourne Beach, Florida. Ocean 302 Bar & Grill invites residents and visitors alike to taste a blend of American and international items. The menu at Ocean 302 is diverse with elegant items that are healthy and sure to satisfy. Popular fare includes Catch of the day fish, 302 Filet, Shrimps, Fish & Chips, Yellowfin Tuna, Burgers, Brick Oven Pizza & many more.

Try a brick oven pizza at Ocean 302 Bar & Grill. Specialty pizzas.

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MichaelVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Service was excellent! Food was terrific! Overall a great night out while on vacation.

WAVES Craft Bar & Kitchen

4.3

4.3 (56)

$30 and under

Seafood

Cocoa Beach

About the restaurant

Ocean inspired cocktail bar and kitchen. Featuring a Chef Inspired Menu along with unique hand crafted cocktails that provide delights for every taste, from the most conservative to the more adventurous. A unique and comfortable place in an elegant but relaxed environment.

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LoriVIP

Dined on May 17, 2025

Great service and outstanding menu. Five stars!

The Landing Rooftop

4.0

4 (635)

$31 to $50

American

Melbourne

About the restaurant

The Landing Rooftop at Hotel Melby Downtown Melbourne, Tapestry Collection by Hilton.

The interior space is rich and bold with charming appeal. The exterior terrace and lounge area offer sweeping views of the Indialantic River and the Atlantic Ocean. The featured art pieces highlight Downtown Melbourne's local artists and talent.

Parking information: Guests are offered complimentary valet parking for up to 3 hours at the hotel, self-parking on the street side, or at Downtown Melbourne's Parking Garage located diagonally across from the hotel. Cameras monitor the garage at all times.

Please note, that outdoor seating is not guaranteed. We will try to accommodate your request as best we can. We look forward to hosting you at The Landing Rooftop!

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GourmandfrankVIP

Dined on May 24, 2025

A wonderful experience. The Yuca fries were very good. The Wagyu Burger was succulent, the lettuce was just ok. We sat outside at a table where the umbrella needed to be moved to be able to provide shade, our waitress Khali swiftly moved it. The weather changed to thundering and raining and once again our waitress Khali was super attentive and pleasing in accommodating us to an inside table. Khali is a beautiful young lady with a great personality ready to service a customer very positively facing any situation at a restaurant. She has a very bright future at any endeavor, job or profession she chooses. She made our experience at The Landing a very favorable one.

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