Diners' Choice: Neighbourhood gem restaurants in Space Coast

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Updated 05 November 2026

Looking for the best restaurants that are the best neighbourhood gems in Space Coast? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Islands Fish Grill

4.9

4.9 (1765)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Melbourne

About the restaurant

Islands Fish Grill is focused on what the restaurant is known for – serving up high-quality fresh fish, mainly caught off the shores of Florida, prepared in a variety of unique and creative ways. Chef Jared and Chef Nate filet fish daily to ensure only the freshest fish is brought your table. They pride themselves in pairing bright, colorful sides to enhance the natural flavor profile of the seafood. Less than a block from the beach, the casual atmosphere, and friendly service makes the experience complete. Fresh Fish, Florida Beer and Friendly Service makes for a great dining experience.

Top review

Steve

Dined 3 days ago

This is still the best seafood restaurant I the area. Everything is fresh and perfectly prepared. Service is always on.point. This is where we come for a special occasipn or to bring friends and visitors.

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Flavour Kitchen & Wine Bar

4.8

4.8 (1175)

$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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KristenGold

Dined 3 days ago

Great food and friendly staff! We had a wonderful time

Le French Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (798)

$31 to $50

Traditional French

Melbourne

About the restaurant

Contemporary French Restaurant

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Joseph

Dined on 29 Oct 2026

Whenever we visit Melbourne Beach we always book a dinner at Le French. We absolutely love the food. It’s a cute little restaurant owned by a French family also with a French host. Great people. Clean & welcoming atmosphere. Would never miss an opportunity to have a meal here while in Melbourne! Their French cooking is some of the best around!

Pompano Grill

4.8

4.8 (1098)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Cocoa Beach

About the restaurant

Pompano Grill is a refined dining destination in Cocoa Beach, where gracious hospitality meets elevated cuisine. Owned by Jackie Sampson and featuring the culinary artistry of Executive Chef Ricardo Molinari, we specialize in American Wagyu steaks, house-crafted pastas, and impeccably prepared local seafood. Each dish is thoughtfully composed and complemented by a meticulously curated wine list, offering a truly bespoke dining experience. With personalized service and an intimate ambiance, every visit is designed to be both memorable and meaningful. We invite you to dine with us and savor the exceptional.

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Todd

Dined 2 days ago

What a great experience! Great food and attentive service. Fish of the day was a uniquely prepared dish that was absolutely outstanding! Thanks to Austin and all the rest of the staff for a wonderful dinner.

Bonefish Grill - Viera

4.8

4.8 (109)

$30 and under

Seafood

Merritt Island

About the restaurant

Your local Viera, FL Bonefish Grill® specializes in hand-cut, wood-grilled specialties and locally crafted Partner Selection dishes made with the freshest, highest-quality ingredients. The restaurant offers a selection of classic and signature hand-crafted cocktails, using just-squeezed juices, edible garnishes, and house infusions in addition to offering a distinct list of wines, which are the perfect match for any food pairing. Located in The Avenue Viera Shopping Mall

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Rod

Dined 1 day ago

Had an enjoyable evening. Good food, service and ambience. Reasonably priced.

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Experience

4-Course Friendsgiving Wine Pairing Dinner

Experience

Stone Crab - From Sea to Table

Jolie American Bistro

4.8

4.8 (66)

$31 to $50

American

Palm Bay

About the restaurant

Jolie American Bistro is a welcoming Palm Bay destination for date nights, celebrations, and memorable dinners in an intimate, relaxed setting.
With roots in South Beach, Jolie brings a refined yet approachable energy to the Space Coast. The menu highlights Italian-inspired cuisine, including house-made fresh pastas, Neapolitan-style pizza from a wood-burning oven, and comforting classics like our 12-oz Angus New York strip frites and signature Wagyu burger. Global influences appear throughout, creating a menu that feels both familiar and exciting.
Whether you’re sharing a bottle of wine, enjoying a romantic evening, or turning a weekday dinner into something special, Jolie is designed to make every visit feel effortless and enjoyable.

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Cheri

Dined on 25 Oct 2026

The building and decor are simple. But the service and the food are amazing! This place is a hidden gem. We ordered a pizza, the salmon, and the steak. All were wonderful! Can’t wait to go back and try some of the other items on the menu.

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Popular dish

Truffle Ravioli

Popular dish

Pappardelle Bolognese

Brano's Italian Grill

4.7

4.7 (109)

$31 to $50

Italian

Merritt Island

About the restaurant

Brano's is a family—and community-oriented restaurant that offers a friendly environment for locals, tourists, businesses, and seasonal residents who travel to the Space Coast area. Our menu not only includes "Old Favorite" Italian dishes but also ranges from pizza, good old "Mama's Pasta," a variety of seafood and steak items, and some unique takes on different cousins.

Chef Brano Kunik prepares generous-sized portions at reasonable prices, and quality and the guest's input are always guiding forces in his food preparation. We aspire to create an atmosphere of comfort and friendly service. Brano's is a place where you could go on a first date, have a family gathering, or have a business dinner with new clients. Our goal has always been to bring the quality of service back.

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DeAnnaGold

Dined on 23 Oct 2026

Food was excellent and John was our server. He was the absolute best! Can’t wait to come back.

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Experience

Wine Wednesdays $10 off any bottles

Ocean 302

4.7

4.7 (583)

$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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Brenda

Dined 5 days ago

Great food , great service would highly recommend

Milpa Tacos y Tortillas

4.7

4.7 (136)

$30 and under

Mexican

Cocoa

About the restaurant

Uniquely different Mexican Experience!
The mission of Milpa team is to honor the food, essence and culture of Mexico by offering uniquely prepared dishes from scratch with only the best possible ingredients and service.

The Milpa concept is to feature modern Mexican cuisine and flavors from all parts of Mexico from Baja California to Jalisco to Oaxaca.

We specialize in making our own tortilla and variety of salsas from scratch no one else has.

At Milpa there is an attention to details that take each dish up a notch by our chef the cuisine Chef Dickson Fernandez that serves each taco with it's own beer complements and balances all the ingredients for each perfectly.

Our cocktail menu focuses on agave based drinks with a concentration on Mezcal. our wine list brings you great Mexican wines hard to find along with many others that pair well with our dishes.

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Isabelle

Dined on 1 Nov 2026

Definitely one of the best Mexican restaurants in Brevard County. Food Service and ambience is tops. And of course the Margaritas are excellent also the best in the area

Gregory's Steak and Seafood

4.4

4.4 (256)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Cocoa Beach

About the restaurant

Dinner tonight could be the "same old same old." Or it could be your favorite cut of steak, grilled just the way you like it; a Caribbean lobster tail with plenty of hot drawn butter; or a juicy burger with all the fixings. It's all waiting for you, at Gregory's Steak & Seafood Grille! For nearly three decades, Cocoa Beach, FL, locals and visitors have made dinner at our family restaurant a regular treat. Make it dinner and a show by joining us for comedy night every weekend, or make dinner at your place a special occasion by ordering your meal to go. Call ahead for reservations and we'll see you at Gregory's.

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Ellis

Dined 2 days ago

Love the old school decor. I expected to see Larry Hagman come in. Food was great! Many classics. I’ll be back.

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Popular dish

Filet Mignon

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