Haley's Guidebook
Food scene
Go for the food, stay for the ambiance! Don't be deterred by road construction - this amazing spot is open for business, right between Downtown Melbourne and Manatee Park
27 locals recommend
El Ambia Cubano Cuban Restaurant
950 E Melbourne AveGo for the food, stay for the ambiance! Don't be deterred by road construction - this amazing spot is open for business, right between Downtown Melbourne and Manatee Park
Islands Fish Grill
111 5th AveLocals' spot with a limited menu, best seafood around!
Mel’s Tiki Cafe
2344 North Highway A1AAmazing breakfast and lunch food - island themed.
Creative Southern food with an awesome location! In the heart of downtown - this is a great date night place but check for reservations!
30 locals recommend
Crush XI
923 E New Haven AveCreative Southern food with an awesome location! In the heart of downtown - this is a great date night place but check for reservations!
The staple Irish Pub of Downtown Melbourne - amazing food and live music!
101 locals recommend
Meg O’Malleys Restaurant & Irish Pub
812 E New Haven AveThe staple Irish Pub of Downtown Melbourne - amazing food and live music!
City advice
What to pack
Bring sunscreen!
We are not called the sunshine state for nothing! Between golfing, touring downtown, hitting the beach... there's a lot of sun exposure! Lightweight long sleeves, hats, sunglass and sunscreen will be your best friend when you come to the Space Coast!
Book before you go
Reservations
If your going to the theme parks an hour west, checking out our amazing Brevard Zoo or spending the day at Kennedy Space Center, make reservations in advance! Especially during major tourism months. Also, fine dining such as Crush XI, Island's Fish Grill, Fat Snook or the Yellow Dog require reservations in advance.