Went here for Father's Day. They opened an hour earlier. Was expecting it to be packed, since they don't do reservations/take call ahead. Our party of 7 was seated fairly quickly. The place is really nice. Lots of great decor, and a live stream of Key West on a TV screen that we sat near. Food was absolutely delicious. I got the Guava Jerk Sirloin. It was cooked beautifully. The sauce was absolutely delicious. The mashed potatoes were loaded and massive, and the broccoli tasted great. Couldn't finish it, so took it home! I also got the Cafe con Leche, and it was wonderful. Would come here again! read more

This restaurant was huge with lots of locals and tourist. I'd recommend the patio over the crowded interior. There is a vegetarian section with three menu options. Two have chickpea as a source with the third no having a plant based source of protein in the dish. We confirmed with the server that the guacamole did not contain dairy so ordered the plantain chips and guac as an app- highly recommend. Then after having many other burgers/sandwiches on our trip I opted for the chickpea pasta with veggies and leaving off the parm to make it vegan. I appreciate the volume of veggies in the dish, though the sauce was a touch too oily. The main issue was the cooks WAY over cooked the chickpea pasta so when they tossed it with the sauce and veggies 2/3 of the pasta had broken apart... read more

Hemingway's Tavern - Chickpea Veggie Pasta without the parm is vegan... though sadly 2/3 the pasta was way over cooked and fell apart - New American Near Me - Melbourne, Florida

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Went for an early Thursday dinner. We were seated right away and our server got our drink order right away. We were right by the door which got a bit loud. He did a very good job explaining the menu and his mama will be happy with the up selling he did. :) Ordered the smoked fish dip as an app. Kind a small portion and to be honest it was very fishy tasting not smoked fish tasting. The plantain chips were nice but not enough of them. Our group ordered the "bowl" three different t ways and each was a hit. I think this is a good value. Although when you add an upgrade on the protein you will pay for it, really pay for it. I had the panko encrusted snapper and it was a miss. It seems like they put it into a panini press. There was way too hard of a crust on it. The sauce was flavorful and the asparagus was well cooked. The filet wa maybe 3/8th of an inch thick to half inch thick, Almost inedible. I would not get it again. We had beignets and they were warm and delicious. This was a pricy meal for four. 142 bucks plus tip. And there were no alcoholic drinks. Recommend the bowl. Just be warned if you start adding extras it adds up quick. read more

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Had been there a few times. Beautiful inside and outside. Tried a few times, first time was great, .@@@' M read more

We will be back, 100%. We kept seeing this place pop up on Yelp, so when we stumbled across it, it seemed like something we needed to try. We are glad we did. The server was great. Very personable and right there seeing if you needed anything. Really, the entire staff were really nice. The place is very clean and nice furnished. Now to the food. I had an octopus/yuca hash. I love grilled octopus so when it's on the menu, I'm getting it. This was great. The entire dish was delicious. The hash part was so flavorful. The yuca was perfect. Not mushy, not hard. The octopus was a little chewy, but the flavor from the preparation and grilling made it YUMMERs!! My wife had the Mojo pork grilled cheese. She loved it. And she must have. She never offered me a taste. She kept it to herself. LOL. Again, a sold 4-star for food. See you all next time. Thanks. read more

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Hemingway's Tavern for Father's Day a few weeks ago. The location is so quaint, we first caught a movie next door and lunch afterwards. Being Father's day, we had about 30 minutes wait. Service was good, food was good too. read more

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Went here because it said it was rated #1 restaurant in the area. Maybe so but still pretty mediocre. There are 3 vegetarian options so I got the house-made veggie burger. Was just okay. All the sandwiches and burgers are priced like they come with a side but you actually have to pay an additional $5 for one. The yuca fries were small. 5 fries so $1 per. The bean hummus which was just bean dip was fine but nothing amazing. I would probably give the food like 3.5 and if our server wasn't so grumpy and inattentive then maybe could have squeaked a 4 star review but unfortunately that was not the case. read more

Hemingway's Tavern - Bean hummus - New American Near Me - Melbourne, Florida

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Everything was very good but my Cuban sandwich. I did not like it. We had truffle fries, tostones, black beans with rice. All amazing. Our waitress was great really took care of us. The place is very nice to dine. We have been here multiple times and usually love the food here! After you eat here it left my mouth with great taste. read more

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Everything was great. Food was delicious. Ambiance is alluring. The dining room had a 30 minute wait but the cafecita was immediately available. Same menu and more take out style. We were traveling north on I95. It was the perfect place to stop. read more

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A little slice of Key West right here in Melbourne Hemingway's Tavern absolutely knocked it out of the park. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere pulls you in. The place feels like a blend of an old Key West bar and a cozy island tavern, with warm wood, nautical touches, and Hemingway memorabilia everywhere you look. It has that relaxed island vibe where you immediately want to sit back, slow down, and enjoy the experience. The food was outstanding. We started with a couple small bites and everything came out hot and perfectly prepared. The croquetas were fantastic, crispy on the outside with a creamy, savory ham filling. The empanadas were golden and flaky with a rich filling and a great dipping sauce. For the main course I went with the Cuban sandwich, and it was excellent. Perfectly pressed bread with just the right crunch, stacked with pork, ham, Swiss, pickles, and mustard. Exactly what you hope for when ordering a Cuban. Then came dessert, which completely stole the show. The sweet plantain bread pudding was incredible. Warm, rich, and topped with whipped cream and caramel drizzle. It's one of those desserts where you keep saying "just one more bite" until it's gone. I paired it with a café con leche, which was smooth, bold, and the perfect complement to the sweetness. The service was just as impressive. Friendly, attentive, and relaxed without hovering. Drinks stayed filled, food came out quickly, and the whole meal felt easy and enjoyable. Between the great food, welcoming service, and the unique island tavern atmosphere, Hemingway's is easily one of the best dining spots in the area. If you're looking for a place with real character and fantastic food, this one is absolutely worth the visit. We'll definitely be back. read more

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What a great place to eat and have a good time. We were seated quickly inside at a very small two person booth inside. The outside seating had a waitlist, so we opted for the inside. The bar was crowded and very lively. Kaitlyn, our waitress, was not very personable, but she continually checked to see if we needed anything. The food was tasty and was the right portion size. The Guacamole & Plantain Chips were so good. We also had the Chicken Key West Bowl which was great! We will definitely be returning to eat. They do not take reservations and get crowded even on a Monday night, so plan to wait. read more

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I thought I was lucky finding a parking space right by the entrance since my husband is handicapped. Joke was on me when a boy who may or may not have run track in high school insisted that we follow him to the farthest area of the restaurant with absolutely ZERO consideration of my lagging husband. I'd asked him numerous times to put us elsewhere , he seated us 2 tables away from his original choice, which was the absolute bowels of the place. I could go on, but I just want to mention the automatons blindly following their programming. The summer menu kinda sucked, and it was difficult for us to find a tasty looking choice. As another reviewer mentioned , there are times and places where you don't mind paying $75.00 for lunch. At this time and place, I minded. read more

Hemingway's Tavern - New American Near Me - Melbourne, Florida

Food- excellent. Lobster ravioli had generous portions of lobster and the sauce was delectable. I ordered a naan bread to dip in the sauce, sooo good. Wednesday was 1/2 price wine so that was a nice surprise. Service-great. Very attentive and friendly. Ambience-an upscale sport bar vibe. Outdoor area was very pretty. Will be back, thank you! read more

Hemingway's Tavern - Sorry about the presentation, ate most before I photographed. - New American Near Me - Melbourne, Florida

Had a nice experience here, after a long day. The menu has a nice selection, which made it easy to find something for everyone. Every dish we ordered came out nicely presented. The food itself tasted really good across the board. Fresh, well-seasoned, and cooked the right way. Nothing felt bland or rushed, which is impressive considering how large the restaurant is and they had a full house. The atmosphere was fun and relaxed, and overall it made for a really enjoyable meal. I will definitely be back when I'm in that area again. read more

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Great food! Good vibes! & they have great deals on tuesdays and Wednesdays for specific food & drink menu items!

Melbourne~Headed home from Ft. Lauderdale and wanted to stop into a well known spot off of I 95. This place popped up and fit the bill! Right off the bat this looked like the absolute best place to hang out. The inside was cozy and they even have their own souvenirs! That told me we were in the right place. Their menu is really extensive and had something for every taste. I definitely need to go back and try more items on their menu. It happened to be Lobster Fest so I ordered a Cuban sandwich with lobster. There was so much lobster!!! My lunch mate had a Key West bowl. Both entrees were huge and delicious! The sweet grilled plantains, in the Key West bowl, were an absolute hit. Definitely a great spot to return to! read more

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Came for lunch with the girls on a Sunday. Espresso martini was really good. Apps were delicious! Loved the plantain chips and guac and yucca bites! Lobster bisque was delicious ! I wasn't too happy with my lobster roll. It was supposed to be cilantro butter lobster and it had no flavor. The toasted bread tasted better than the lobster. The portion was plentiful. My friends enjoyed their veggie melts and keywest bowl but my other friend said the mahi mahi was tasteless. She got jerk seasoning on the side and that fixed that. The decor was nice , tons to look at. Service was great as well. I would definitely go back but try a different entree. Something in a sauce would probably be more flavorful read more

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This place ALWAYS meets or exceeds food and service expectations. Highly recommended at any day of the week. Ambience is good. Usually busy at most times.A little pricey read more

Hemingway's Tavern is a family favorite and one of our go-to restaurants! Whenever family or friends come to visit, Hemingway's is always on our list of places to take them, and I also frequently meet friends there for lunch. The service is consistently excellent, the Key West-inspired atmosphere and décor are wonderful, and the food is fantastic. There are so many great choices on the menu, but my personal favorite is Ernest's Rib Platter--it's absolutely delicious! And whatever you do, save room for dessert. The Pineapple Upside Down Cake is fabulous! Hemingway's has that wonderful combination of great food, friendly service, and a fun, relaxing atmosphere that keeps us coming back again and again. We've enjoyed many meals and happy memories there over the years and always look forward to our next visit. Highly recommended! read more

Service is very attentive and sweet. Waitress was so kind and took our orders and delivered our drinks and food and no times flat. The food was delicious and tasted like it was made at house such a good thing to find decent food in this area. read more

Hemingway's Tavern - Hemmingwayesque atmosphere. - New American Near Me - Melbourne, Florida

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Coming from Miami, we are often looking for a place that serves good Cuban food and this place hits the spot! It definitely can get busy so you know it's good but service is good and has a nice ambiance. It's right by the move theater so stop here before the movies or after :) read more

Great vibe, excellent food, and wonderful service! Fresh everything. The shredded pork bowl and pulled pork were excellent!. Espresso martinis and mojitos were perfect! Had a couple rounds. ( Just wanna interject your ice tea may need a bit more water, as it was a little bitter or too strong...heard next table comment same.) Can't wait to visit again. read more

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We stopped in on a Sunday evening. The place was hopping. We sat on the patio. There is ample covered outdoor seating. The wait staff were super friendly and helpful. They were also attentive but not overbearing. The food was EXCELLENT! I had the steak sandwich and the Brussels sprouts. Other folks in my party had the Cuban and another had the bowl. The food was sooo good and an interesting. I highly recommend this place! I'll definitely be back!! read more

Emma was an absolute amazing server. She was attentive to all our needs and genuinely cared. She was very efficient and quick. We hope Hemmingway's knows just how valuable an employee Emma is. read more

Very nice place. Food was delicious. Had pork empanadas, pork tacos and the special onion coated triple tail risotto. The Hemingway margarita is great. All was really good. Service was great. read more

Hemingway's Tavern - Pork taco - New American Near Me - Melbourne, Florida

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If you're local to the area, then you definitely know Hemmingway's Tavern. It is always very busy here so be prepared to wait a little bit outside when you walk up to try to get a table. They do have a small café window where you're able to order some food and some alcoholic drinks while you wait, which is always very nice as well as some coffee. Everything on the menu so far has been delicious that I've tried over the years. Located right next to Premier Theatres you can always grab a quick bite before your movie. Staff is friendly, but keep in mind this place is not a quiet place to be inside. So don't come here thinking you're going to have a quiet romantic evening. Keep in mind it does say it's a tavern in the name! read more

Great service and awesome food! Loved it. Husband got a free beer glass with his order. My sandwich was delicious. Would definitely recommend! read more

Went here on a group dinner with some work colleagues on a weeknight. We started with appetizers: Yuca Cheese Bites, Conch Fritters, and Yard Bird on A Stick. The cheese bites were like very expensive cheese sticks - not really worth the money. The Yard Bird was okay, a bit tough but the sauce/seasoning was great. The real star were the Conch Fritters - everyone loved them, and we ordered a few more so everyone could have their fill. I ordered Papa's Cuban, which was on special. It was good, but not great. I hadn't had a decent Cuban in years (can't get a good one in Detroit), and this didn't quite satisfy the itch. The pork was dry, the mustard and Swiss didn't quite rescue it, and the bread was crunchy in an unpleasant kind of way. My colleague who ordered the rib platter got some of the driest, toughest, nastiest looking ribs I've ever seen. The service was nice - lots of attentive staff around to help us out. It's a shame the food wasn't overall up to par, because the decorations and the building and the staff were great. read more

I went to Hemmingway's this afternoon and met up with 11 lady friends for lunch. We were seated on the patio. It was a hot afternoon, but we accepted the seating in order to avoid an hour wait. When it came time to order, I had my eyes set on a lobster roll and ordered it. I have had these delicious rolls before, but when my plate was put before me, I was very disappointed, but decided to give it a try. The roll was toasted and lightly filled with a few greens and pieces of what appeared to be overcooked lobster meat. I am used to and expected a lobster salad with lobster meat mixed with a delicious aioli and aromatics. What I received was nothing like that, but a roll with "naked" lobster. I must say that the lobster was ok even though it was cooked beyond reason. Hemmingway's is one of my favorites, but lobster rolls are not on their top menu items. I do not recommend them. Go for a burger or sandwich instead. read more

Solid food, friendly service. Went with a large group so service and such isn't fair to judge. Didn't really feel any Key West vibe personally but would do back probably. read more

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This is the best meal we have had in a long time. We have lived here for years and never heard of Hemingways Tavern, until friends asked us to join them. There were 4 of us and we all enjoyed our experience from first walking in we were greeted immediately and taken to our table. We requested to sit on the patio. As we walked through the restaurant, there is a bakery/ espresso area and small gift area. We ordered the Hibiscus margaritas and they were spot on. From there we ordered the smoked wings and conch fritters both were delicious. Although, we are from Tampa home of the original"Cuban" sandwich we all decided to give theirs a try, and we were not disappointed. There are walls filled with pictures and memories of Hemingway throughout the restaurant. After dinner we had the double espresso with whipped cream and chocolate ..... and once again we were not disappointed! Hemingways Tavern is a must! read more

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Most of us had the standard Cuban, which seems to be what this place is famous for. They were outstanding! The bread had that crisp crunch while being nice and soft on the inside. The sandwich itself was very good with tons of flavor but I added the pineapple slaw to the sandwich!!!! Absolutely! This took it up a notch h and was phenomenal. The only other thing we had were the fries and the truffle fries. Being a fry girl I love a good French fry and these were great! Definitely get the extra truffle oil! Definitely going back!!! read more

We randomly picked this place and it was great 4.5/5 . On a Saturday the place was buzzing. We were sat right away and service was good. They had a great menu. We ordered their tostones and pork to start they were very flavorful but didn't like the cinnamon flavor on the bottom. Husband had the egg Benedict with lobster was great. Also had their Cuban sandwich and regular egg Benedict. Really recommend best food while we were in Melbourne. read more

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Snapper Hemingway was amazing. Service was amazing! Server very knowledgeable and informative ambience felt like I was in Key West decor is great read more

Hemingway's Tavern - Snapper - New American Near Me - Melbourne, Florida

Drinks were gross. Service was extremely slow. Food was oily and gross. Maybe we caught them on a bad night but I wouldn't come back. read more

We have been to Hemingway's for brunch twice. Cuban inspired fare in a casual vibing restaurant. I gave it four stars for what it is, but dont expect anything over the top. It is solidly reliable meals, that taste good at a reasonable price. We have had excellent service at both visits. I got the breakfast bowl this last visit and my daughter had the eggs Benedict. Both were very filling and good. We will definitely go back in the future. read more

Hemingway's Tavern - Power bowl, sub poached eggs for fried - New American Near Me - Melbourne, Florida

Great food and friendly service! Great pot stop on the way to St.Augustine. Thank you!

It's always busy, so prepare for that. The food is so good! You won't be disappointed. The servers have always been very kind. The place is expensive but it is worth it. The place is cool with a lot of cool decor and even outdoor seating. They also have a small window for certain things to order if you're in a rush. read more

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I normally come during the week & sit at the bar. Service is usually prompt. I went Sunday after a movie & had a different experience. Waitress was friendly. Guac app took a while. I was more than half way done the app & my son was asking about his mac n cheese. We ordered everything at the same time & asked for the app to come out first. Once we finally got our food, there was no yucca. She informed me they would be out shortly. I asked about them once I had a couple spoonfuls of beans & a corner of my fish left. Once I got them they were disappointing. Dried, overcooked & too salty. I sent them back for veggies. The manager came by & apologized. I wanted bread pudding but decided not to order. I was a bit annoyed after all that, not sure when I'm going back. read more

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Ribs were excellent, taste was great. Service was awesome. Bartender gave me excellent recommendations. Remember, Wednesdays have bottles of wine at half the price. read more

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