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Lakeside Social Viera: Inside Brevard County’s New Waterfront Bar, Food Truck Spot & Live Music Hangout
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.

Kayte @ Vibe and Dine
Aug 27
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Brightline Cocoa FL Update: $57.5 Million Federal Grant Moves Space Coast Station Toward Construction
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

Kayte @ Vibe and Dine
Aug 25
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Best Subs & Sandwiches on the Space Coast: Brevard County Favorites Voted by Locals
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

Kayte @ Vibe and Dine
Aug 18
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Best Smash Burger in Brevard County, FL? Hidden at Paradise Beach
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.

Kayte @ Vibe and Dine
Jul 22
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New Beachside Hangout Opens in Indialantic: The Local Beer & Wine Collective and Steve’s Caribbean Cuisine
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

Kayte @ Vibe and Dine
Jul 17
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Best Hot Dogs in Brevard County: 5 Space Coast Spots Locals Recommend
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.

Kayte @ Vibe and Dine
Jul 17
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The Breezeway Bar & Grill Indian Harbour Beach: Hidden $5 Happy Hour
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

Kayte @ Vibe and Dine
Jul 16
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Best Dive Bars on the Space Coast, Voted by Locals
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.

Kayte @ Vibe and Dine
Jul 11
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New Italian Bakery in Downtown Melbourne, FL: What to Know About Baked By Chelle
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.

Kayte @ Vibe and Dine
Jul 10
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First Look: The Massive New $140M Bowen Aquarium Coming to Port Canaveral
Get a sneak peek at the new $140M Bowen Aquarium in Port Canaveral breaking ground December 2026. Explore exhibits, features, and opening dates!

Kayte @ Vibe and Dine
Jun 25
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The Space Coast’s Best Kept Secret: Authentic Scratch-Made Gelato Hidden in Satellite Beach
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

Kayte @ Vibe and Dine
Jun 22
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The Ultimate 2026 Brevard County 4th of July Weekend Fireworks Guide
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.

Kayte @ Vibe and Dine
Jun 21
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Space Coast Culinary History: Koko Japanese Pub in Cocoa Beach Earns Brevard County’s First MICHELIN Recommendation
Koko in Cocoa Beach makes history as Brevard County's first MICHELIN-recommended restaurant! Explore their premium Japanese dinner menu and new weekend brunch.

Kayte @ Vibe and Dine
Jun 14
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Looking to Redo Your Backyard? Why Golden Outdoor Solutions is Our Top Pick for Brevard County Hardscaping
Looking to redo your backyard? We reviewed the top hardscape contractors in Brevard County for custom paver patios, driveways, retaining walls, and screen enclosures. See why Golden Outdoor Solutions won our top spot.

Kayte @ Vibe and Dine
Jun 11
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Are These About to Be the Best Bagels in Brevard? PopUp Bagels is Coming to Viera, FL!
Viral sensation PopUp Bagels is opening in Viera, FL! Discover their address, "grip, rip, & dip" menu style, and rotating schmears.
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Standing Together: How to Support The Tiny Turtle Family After Cocoa Beach Fire
The Tiny Turtle on Minutemen Causeway suffered severe fire damage. Here is the verified link to donate and help this incredible local family rebuild.

Kayte @ Vibe and Dine
May 30
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New Sunset Secret: Lakeside Social at Viera Town Center
We are sharing a new sunset secret! 🤫🌅 Everyone is talking about the newest spot coming to Viera Town Center, but no one has shown you what it looks like at golden hour. Thanks to real estate insider, Phelyna Ngu, we have the ultimate sneak peek at Lakeside Social—a massive waterfront hangout opening this summer with a food truck pavilion, covered bar, and the most epic views in town. Click to read the exclusive details!

Kayte @ Vibe and Dine
May 27
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The Ultimate Viera Grocery Hack: Why Urban Prime Defeats the Big Supermarket Chains
shopping local at Urban Prime Market in Viera, FL I’ve been making a conscious effort to support local Brevard County businesses lately. In that search, I stumbled upon a local culinary setup that honestly competes with the big corporate chains without breaking your bank account. If you're like me, you probably thought Urban Prime in Viera, FL was just a great upscale restaurant. It turns out we were completely wrong. Urban Prime is a massive, premium boutique marketplace—and

Kayte @ Vibe and Dine
May 27
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Best Bagels on the Space Coast: Top Local Spots Ranked by Hundreds of Votes
Results are in! We've got who is serving up the best bagels on the Space Coast, FL If you are a Northeastern transplant living on the Space Coast, you know the struggle is real. Finding an authentic, boiled-then-baked bagel with the perfect shiny crust, uniform crumb distribution, and a dense, chewy interior can feel like looking for a needle in a haystack. We asked the Vibe & Dine community across Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok to settle the debate once and for all: Who has

Kayte @ Vibe and Dine
May 24
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Where to Eat in Brevard County: The Ultimate Hidden Gem in Indian Harbour Beach, FL
hought the Kiwi Racquet Club in Satellite Beach was exclusive? Think again! Discover The Breezeway Bar & Grill—a true Brevard County hidden gem that is 100% open to the public. From dining right between live tennis courts to enjoying an incredible $5 happy hour, here is why this secret spot belongs at the top of your "where to eat in Brevard County" list.

Kayte @ Vibe and Dine
May 20
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