Westside Sports Bar & Lounge- West Melbourne, FL 4.5 Stars…read more "Ask not what you can do for your country. Ask what's for lunch." - Orson Welles Glancing down at my name generator, I couldn't help but chuckle a bit. I was headed to West Melbourne to check out Westside Sports Bar & Lunge. I was chuckling as in my mind it's still the 80s and West Melbourne is a wasteland, not the teeming metropolis it is today. Shaking my head, I headed OTB. I love my sleepy little island community, but even I had to admit that the Melbourne Metropolitan Area has grown leaps and bounds and I like it. More businesses are moving in and that means, yep, you guessed it, more eating establishments. To that end, I pulled into the lot of Westside Sports Bar & Lounge, parked and went about the business of providing the working public with unsullied food reviews. I was greeted warmly upon entering a lovely lady who introduced herself as Mandy. Mandy is my bartender, waitress and cook today and she has to be the most non-oleaginous person I have met wearing all of these hats In fact, she was quite the opposite exuding the patina of a bar warrior. I asked Mandy for a single malt, neat, one Cheeseburger (medium-rare), one order of 6 Wings (medium heat) and a Philly Cheesesteak. As Mandy turned to get to work on my grub, I took a moment to take in the joint. I love coming to bars early, you can smell the stale alcohol and fun from the night before. Mandy returned with my Scotch and I must say, it looked like a good 3 oz pour...very generous. As I am 163 days sober, I won't be tasting it, but what a bang for your buck. The place is loaded with fun games and had a classic inviting bar atmosphere (think local watering hole). Mandy soon returned with my standard bar fare and I turned my attention to the job at hand. While the food may have been the standard found in Sports Bars across this great land of ours, this was far from ordinary. The Cheeseburger was cooked to a perfect rare and served on a grilled bun (my favorite kind of bun). The onions, lettuce and tomato were all garden fresh and generously applied with just the right amount of mayo. The wings were cooked to perfection and the sauce had just the right amount of "oomph" to know you had a bit of heat in your mouth. There was a complex mix of sweet, tangy and heat that made my taste buds do a little shimmy. Moving on to the Philly Cheesesteak I paused to take in the perfect symmetry the sandwich presented. The meat was perfectly cooked, the bun seasoned and grilled and the whole thing was flawlessly executed. The Big Boy says, "If you're looking for a place to hang your hat for a bit, hunker down with some good grub and drinks with friends, look no further than Westside Sports Bar & Lounge." #bigboydiningout

Entire place smelled rancid, like it hadn't been cleaned in decades. Food was disgusting. The staff…read morewas rude, Stay away!

Excellent Smoked Wings and Great Happy Hour Spot…read more Stopped by Broken Barrel Tavern at Palm Bay Road and Babcock and had a great experience. Service was prompt and friendly, and the happy hour specials made it an even better value. I ordered the wing basket with 8 smoked wings and onion petals. The onion petals were crispy, flavorful, and paired perfectly with the spicy remoulade sauce. For the wings, I tried both the Carolina Vinegar and the Hot Garlic flavors. The smoked wings themselves were outstanding, and the Hot Garlic sauce was especially memorable because it featured real garlic, which added incredible flavor. These are definitely wings I will come back for and highly recommend to anyone visiting. My partner ordered the BBQ pulled pork quesadillas with seasoned fries. The fries were more like freshly cut chips, nicely seasoned and delicious, and the quesadillas were excellent as well. Overall, Broken Barrel Tavern delivered great food, quick service, and a relaxed atmosphere. If you're in the Melbourne area and looking for outstanding smoked wings, this place is absolutely worth a visit. We'll definitely be back.

My wife ordered what we call a blooming onion but they call an onion Patel. She also ordered season…read morepotato and ordered boneless wings bit. She loved everything that she ordered which I was happy for. I however, ordered something that I haven't tried, which was smoked barbecue wings, which I will not try again then I wouldn't have decided to barbecue egg roll which I will never do again. The only thing that I like was the blooming onionPatel. I let the waiter know I will never eat it again. Then he asked if we wanted to eat some bread pudding and I was very reluctant at first but then when it came and I took my first bite and it was absolutely delicious. Robert C was a very good server. He made sure to ask is everything ok and that's when I let him know what I didn't like. He also was accommodating to my needs and if I wanted something different and I told him no. As you would expect for a sports bar it was a little noisy, but at least my wife and I were able to have a conversation. When we come back to eat, I will definitely order what my wife ate. No more smoked wings or barbecue egg roll for this guy.

Bartender Chelsey was amazing. Great service and she was so nice. It was amazing though to watch…read morethe kitchen manager Sara check every single plate that went out. I watched her send back a steak for being too well done! The food was amazing. What a great experience!

Mimi was our server and was excellent, very knowledgeable and helpful…read more One of us ordered the meatloaf along with 2 sides, broccoli and baked potato. There was plenty to take home and have a second meal, and she said it was all delicious. I ordered the soup (clam chowder) and house Caesar. The soup was nice and hot and tasted great. The salad was good, though a tad heavy on the dressing. A general note about Miller's and its kids' menu: I have eaten at a few of these places around the state, and I find their policy about adults eating off the kids' menu to be weird. Some servers are fine with it and some claim management won't let them allow you to order of the other menu. Most items on the kids' menu cost about $8. The (adult) meatloaf is $8.50. The fish and chips are $7.99. So, what is the big deal about an adult ordering off the kids' menu if the costs are the same? Some of us don't want a 1/2 pound burger. The kids' menu has a 1/4 lb. burger. Also, we sometime dine with our disabled nephews, and they usually prefer "kid friendly" dishes. I wish Miller's would review this policy.

If you're looking for a place to go to eat right now and you're reading reviews, you need read no…read morefurther because this is where you should go. Florida native here. I've lived in multiple coastal cities and had many fish tacos....the ones at sandbar are perfect. We had peel and eat shrimp those were great also. Hurricane was made well. Excellent service from the bartender also solidified the fact that I will be back.

We have not been here in over 10 years, and sadly it's not as good as we remembered :(…read more Ambiance 4 stars! The ambiance was fun, good vibes, tiki feel, nice covered patio and seating. Service 4 stars: We brought our dog and sat at the patio. The waitress was nice, and brought our dog some fresh water in a dog bowl. The food also came quickly. Food 2 stars... sadly! We were both very disappointed with the quality and taste of the food. We ordered the "NY Style Pizza"... it was not NY style, the crust was too thick. It looked and tasted like a frozen pizza... way overpriced! My "Fresh Catch of the Day" mahi mahi did not taste fresh and was overcooked.. very tuff! Super disappointed at every bite. Drinks... this was a toss up! My Lava Flow was tasty, but my husband's draft beer tasted like the line hasn't been cleaned out for a while. Sadly, I will not be coming back, unless it was for just drinks not from the tap.

Owner is awesome. Makes being there a great time. Smoked wings are amazing!! Local casual…read moreatmosphere. Definitely stop in for one. You will be surprised.

I discovered the bar when I was staying in Sebastian this year in February and March 2026, I went…read morethere four times, three times I absolutely loved it. It has a very old-school atmosphere kind of dark, pool table. Lots of nice TVs, a reasonable bar menu and fantastic service. And the name of the place is perfect because you could drive by it not even know it's there. In fact I was nervous I was in the wrong place The first time I went. I was there another time and there was a small group of guys that were outrageously offensive to literally everyone in the place the staff were doing their best to take control of them and finally told two of them to leave it was pretty uncomfortable until that happened, again The staff was awesome, and good value on the drinks and food

We wandered into the Village Tavern of Sebastian on a Saturday afternoon after running errands, and…read moreit instantly felt like one of those hidden gems you kick yourself for not finding sooner. We live just down the road in Vero Beach, so discovering a neighborhood tavern with this much charm practically in our backyard was a real win. We had already eaten lunch at Nini's Cuban across the parking lot, so we stopped in just for a beer. Within minutes we were pulled straight into the atmosphere. Nancy, the bartender and proprietor, is the kind of host every small tavern dreams of. Warm, funny, and completely at ease, she makes newcomers feel like long‑time regulars while keeping the whole place running smoothly. The beer selection is far better than you would expect from a cozy local spot. There is a rotating craft lineup that rivals bigger bars, along with the classics and a surprisingly solid wine list. We spent half our visit sipping and the other half laughing at the hilarious signs covering the walls and at the antics of a couple of regulars who clearly keep the place lively. We have not tried the food yet, but the vibe alone guarantees we will be back and we will be coming hungry. This is the kind of place where you settle in, meet the locals, and let the afternoon drift. For the record, our beer of choice that day was "Cougar Bait." It is as much fun to drink as it is to say!

If you're looking for a place that makes you feel like you actually belong in the neighborhood,…read moreVillage Tavern Restaurant is that rare gem that delivers comfort, quality, and character with every plate and pint. From the moment I slid onto a barstool, I knew I was in for something special -- and not just because the beer list reads like a love letter to hop heads and casual sippers alike. Each pint poured is thoughtful, crisp, and refreshing, with local craft brews rubbing shoulders beside tried‑and‑true favorites. I lost count somewhere around the third flight, but honestly? Worth it. And then there's Nancy, the bartender -- sweet lord, if every tavern had her warmth and precision, we'd all be happier people. She recommended beers without braggy pretension, anticipated refills like a mind reader, and managed a perfect balance of friendly conversation and professional grace. Her service alone is worth the trip. Great food, killer beers, and a bartender who makes you feel like a VIP? Village Tavern doesn't just raise the bar -- it is the bar.

Staff is very attentive and the clientele are all locals and they make you feel like you're at…read morehome. Thank you for everything!

Exceptional wings and great staff at this local bar and grill. The location is perfect and the…read moreinside is comfortable. I had a cinnamon something or other dry rub and wow!!! Great recommendation for the bartender.

Crab legs were amazing and cooked perfect!! For the popcorn shrimp as an appetizer and they were…read moreyummy

Had a fabulous dinner at Bunky's. Started off with oysters that were fresh and meaty. The…read morefired calamari was good but a bit too much breading. The seafood gumbo was delicious as was the she crab soup not shown. The blackened fish tacos were very good as was the grilled fish special of the day. There was also a crab cake sandwich not shown that I was told was good. . The Ahi Tuna BLT in my opinion was the best meal of the evening. So good with the crispy bacon, fresh perfectly cooked Ahi tuna and seasoned just right. I would order this again and again. The homemade key lime pie I was also told was good but the fresh chocolate chips were spot on. I just wished they would have come out a little warmer but that's my way of eating them not everyone's. Service was super friendly. Great looking happy hour with discounted menu including some drinks. If I lived here this place would be my regular stop. Needless to say I will be back on my next visit.

TL;DR - Food was good, service was serviceable, ambiance was quite (though it was an off time). If…read moreyou haven't been here - it's worth the try... Stopped in at an off-time and on a somewhat off-day - it was about 4-ish-pm and it was on a Memorial Day Monday. The bar was busy, the outdoor seating was too, but inside it was nice and quite, and more importantly A/C cool. Let they us sit down where we wanted and we were promptly seen by a waitress who took our drink orders and left us to choosing what to pick from the menu. For an appetizer we choose these unique quesadillas stuffed with chicken. It was a very large appetizer that easily can go as a meal if you wanted it just for that. My son had their grilled cheese sandwich - which he loved; my wife had a sandwich which I can't recall, but she enjoyed as well. As for me, I had their gyro stuffed full of lamb and all the expected fixings. It was so big, there was really no way to handle it so I just ate it with knife and fork. Waitress was polite and somewhat efficient, would have liked for her to stop by a time or two more (considering it wasn't busy by any stretch) but it wasn't entirely a big deal. I can see that on an on-time and day this place must be hopping mad with people - and with the food they serve, I can see why. If you haven't given them a try - I humbly suggest you do...

I stopped into Gator Dockside and overall had a pretty mixed experience…read more We started with the gator bites, which were delicious--definitely a must-try. I also had the gator sausage dip, which came with pita bread and was really flavorful and enjoyable. For our mains, we both ordered the gator/pork burgers, one with sweet potato fries and the other with an onion blossom. Unfortunately, the burgers just weren't my favorite. they didn't stand out compared to the appetizers. The space itself is pretty large, with a strong bar vibe. There's a pool table, some games in the back, a big bar area, and a separate dining section, but it definitely feels more like a sports bar than a traditional restaurant. Service was good overall. Friendly and attentive. I'd come back for the appetizers and the atmosphere, but probably skip the burgers next time.

So we found ourselves visiting family for Christmas this week in Melbourne, Florida former stomping…read moregrounds of Jim Morrison for you Doors fans. We got up early on Christmas Eve and opted to find a cool breakfast place. After a few minutes in Yelp, we found Backwater which is nestled in Historic Downtown Melbourne. Parking should not be a problem but if you can't find some on your he street their is a public parking garage not to far away. Upon arrival we were seated pretty quickly and all the staff were very friendly. Our server Amy was awesome and recommended a few breakfast items that were awesome. We opted for the Greek breakfast and the Cuban Benedict which were both fresh and excellent. We also split their seasonal Cinammon pancake as well which was great as well. Pancakes are huge so make sure you leave some room if you plan on having one. All portions were healthy as well, no skimping at Backwater and everyone was in the Christmas spirit as well which was awesome! The atmosphere is friendly, laid back and welcoming which is great if you are from out of Town. So if you are in the area, make sure you check them out for breakfast or lunch. I am sure you will not be disappointed! So in fact he spirit of the holiday I will adjust my customary ending to say Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and a prosperous and blessed Happy New Year to all of you! Enjoy and Bon Appétit mes amis!

Wowowow! Friendly staff and incredible food!…read moreHad the Monte Cristo which was fluffy, toasty, heaven. Home fries were nice and crispy. Super casual interior and smell of yummy pancakes all over. Prices couldn't be beat either! Will be back when traveling through this part of FL next