We checked out Cocoa Beach’s new oceanfront Westin. Here’s the latest on construction, planned amenities, restaurants, and a possible summer 2027 opening.

Looking for Halloween plans on the Space Coast? Explore 2026 events across Brevard County, including Melbourne, Viera and Cocoa Beach, with dates, locations and links for family activities, haunted trails and adult parties.

Make Tuesday dinner plans with our Space Coast taco guide. Explore all-you-can-eat tacos and local specials around Melbourne, Cocoa Beach, Rockledge and Titusville, with prices, addresses and restaurant links.

Discover fall and Halloween events in Brevard County with our 2026 Space Coast bucket list. Explore pumpkin patches, fall festivals, family-friendly Halloween fun and haunted attractions with dates, addresses and event links to help plan your next outing.

A rooftop bar at the Melbourne airport? Our first Runway Rooftop visit brought sunset views, planes taking off and a new spot for a Space Coast night out.

Lynora’s is coming to downtown Melbourne. Here’s what’s confirmed about the New Haven Avenue location, opening status and the brand’s Italian menu.

Botta Pizzeria in Viera, FL We ordered three pizzas at Botta Pizzeria in Viera—and that was only part of the meal. There was also Caesar salad, antipasto, whipped mascarpone dip, homemade meatballs and the Crockett Vodka Heat sandwich. We gave ourselves plenty to try, and we really loved this place. If you’re looking for pizza in Melbourne, FL, or an Italian restaurant in Viera, Botta belongs on your list. Here’s what we ordered and what to know before you go. Where Is Botta

Pepe's Cantina - Sunday Brunch Menu If you’re looking for a new Mexican restaurant in Viera, Florida, there’s officially a new spot to put on your Space Coast food list. Pepe’s Cantina is now open in Viera, bringing tacos, birria, fajitas, margaritas and a surprisingly fun Sunday Mexican brunch to Brevard County. The restaurant officially celebrated its grand opening on September 18, 2026, at 7700 N Wickham Road, Suite 101, Melbourne, FL 32940. Pepe’s refers to this location

Looking for things to do in Viera, FL? See inside Lakeside Social, a new Brevard waterfront bar with food trucks, live music and lake views.

Cocoa secured major federal funding for its future Brightline station. Here's where it's going, when it could open and what happens next on the Space Coast

Who makes the best sandwich in Brevard County, FL? Looking for the best subs, sandwiches, hoagies or grinders in Brevard County, Florida? We asked the Vibe & Dine community across Facebook, Instagram and TikTok to name their favorite sandwich spots on the Space Coast — and then tallied over 300 votes to find the local favorites. Whether you call it a sub, hoagie, hero or grinder, Brevard takes a good sandwich seriously. Instead of putting together another list based on rating

Looking for the best smash burger in Brevard County, Florida? Hidden at Paradise Beach in Indialantic, STOKD Kitchen serves crispy-edged smash burgers, fresh lemonade shake-ups, smoked BBQ pork sandwiches, and beachside favorites just steps from the sand. Perfect for your next Space Coast beach day.

The Local in Indialantic, FL Local business coverage made possible by Phelyna Ngu, Space Coast real estate expert. Phelyna helps us spotlight the people, places, and businesses that make Brevard County such an incredible place to live. Phelyna Ngu: Space Coast Real Estate Expert Beachside Brevard has a new local hangout. The Local Beer & Wine Collective and Steve’s Caribbean Cuisine are officially open in Indialantic, bringing two locally driven concepts together under one ro

Looking for the best hot dogs in Brevard County, FL? Locals ranked Mustard’s Last Stand, Long Doggers, Yumbo Dogs, Arbetter Hot Dogs and Costco among the Space Coast’s top spots.

The Breezeway Bar and Grill at Kiwi Racquet and Fitness Club in Indian Harbour Beach Florida Looking for an affordable happy hour with food in Brevard County? The Breezeway Bar & Grill is a casual restaurant inside Kiwi Racquet & Fitness Club at 30 Tradewinds Drive in Indian Harbour Beach, Florida. The most important thing to know is that The Breezeway is open to the public. You do not need to be a Kiwi member to stop in for food or drinks. The covered courtside bar has a rel

The locals have spoken. Here are the Space Coast’s favorite dive bars, ranked by Vibe & Dine followers—from tiny Cocoa Beach taverns to longtime neighborhood watering holes.

Baked By Chelle is bringing homemade cannoli, lobster tails, sfogliatelle, Italian cookies and neighborhood bakery charm to Downtown Melbourne. Here’s what to know before you visit.

Get a sneak peek at the new $140M Bowen Aquarium in Port Canaveral breaking ground December 2026. Explore exhibits, features, and opening dates!

Beaches & Cream in Satellite Beach, FL If you live beachside or anywhere in Brevard, you already know how it goes: you drive up and down A1A a million times, completely on autopilot, thinking you know every single plaza between Cocoa Beach and Melbourne. Well, it turns out there is a hidden gem hiding in plain sight. Tucked away in Satellite Beach is Beaches & Cream, a tiny, low-key spot that is quietly serving up what might honestly be the best authentic gelato on the entire

Ready to celebrate America's 250th birthday on the Space Coast? Don't get stuck in traffic or miss the best views. From massive waterfront fireworks over the Indian River Lagoon to high-tech downtown drone light shows and localized food truck festivals, we’ve mapped out your ultimate, fully verified 2026 holiday weekend guide.