Guidebook for Palm Bay
Food Scene
Michelli's Pizzeria
145 Palm Bay Rd NEGreat pizza, sandwiches, dinners, etc. and they deliver.
One of my favorite restaurants in the area. Call them ahead and ask for the day's menu. If they have fish, order it - very fresh and tasty! The shrimp is also very good.
Strawberry Caribbean Restaurant
1504 Palm Bay Rd NEOne of my favorite restaurants in the area. Call them ahead and ask for the day's menu. If they have fish, order it - very fresh and tasty! The shrimp is also very good.
One of my favorite Jamaican restaurants. Everything here is good - jerk chicken or pork, oxtail, curry goat or chicken, stew peas, etc. Call ahead and see what specials are on the menu. They partner with a delivery service (Grubhub) , go here to get $10 off your first delivery order: https://www.grubhub.com/restaurant/jamrock-bar--grill-1901-palm-bay-rd-palm-bay/799267
If you like Caribbean music, they have a DJ Friday and Saturday nights.
Jamrock Grill
160 Malabar RoadOne of my favorite Jamaican restaurants. Everything here is good - jerk chicken or pork, oxtail, curry goat or chicken, stew peas, etc. Call ahead and see what specials are on the menu. They partner with a delivery service (Grubhub) , go here to get $10 off your first delivery order: https://www.grubhub.com/restaurant/jamrock-bar--grill-1901-palm-bay-rd-palm-bay/799267
If you like Caribbean music, they have a DJ Friday and Saturday nights.
Everytime I go to FL, I must stop here for their Cuban sandwiches (only $7 yet the sandwich can feed a family of 5). They serve other foods that look tasty as well - other sandwiches, empanadas, pastries, and of course their Cuban coffee.
Tree Of Life Cuban Food
1200 Malabar RdEverytime I go to FL, I must stop here for their Cuban sandwiches (only $7 yet the sandwich can feed a family of 5). They serve other foods that look tasty as well - other sandwiches, empanadas, pastries, and of course their Cuban coffee.
I've never been to Colombia but this bakery made me put Colombia on my travel bucket list. Great for breakfast, lunch food.
Colombia Harvest Bakery
3960 South Babcock StreetI've never been to Colombia but this bakery made me put Colombia on my travel bucket list. Great for breakfast, lunch food.
Another reason that Colombia is on my travel bucket list. One of the best Latin restaurants in Brevard County. Try the Ropa Vieja, Pescado Frito Entero, Bandeja La Estancia, Churrasco La Estancia, heck try anything and you'll be pleased!
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La Estancia De Luisa
5270 Babcock St NEAnother reason that Colombia is on my travel bucket list. One of the best Latin restaurants in Brevard County. Try the Ropa Vieja, Pescado Frito Entero, Bandeja La Estancia, Churrasco La Estancia, heck try anything and you'll be pleased!
i've heard fabulous things about this restaurant but keep missing it when I visit. While that's my loss, it shouldn't be yours - definitely check it out. It's on the pricey side but appears to be worth it.
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Crush XI
923 E New Haven Avei've heard fabulous things about this restaurant but keep missing it when I visit. While that's my loss, it shouldn't be yours - definitely check it out. It's on the pricey side but appears to be worth it.
Wonderful ocean views from the rooftop section, my cousin and I came here for lunch recently and had a great time. We each had the salmon sandwich and split the shrimp and grits. Don't judge us, we ended up requesting doggy bags because there was so much food. I was excited to find that tater tots were a side item (again, don't judge me, lol). If my stay were longer, I would be here every evening and every Brunch Sunday to order other menu items. Also, the wine/beer list is very extensive.
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The Mansion
1218 E New Haven AveWonderful ocean views from the rooftop section, my cousin and I came here for lunch recently and had a great time. We each had the salmon sandwich and split the shrimp and grits. Don't judge us, we ended up requesting doggy bags because there was so much food. I was excited to find that tater tots were a side item (again, don't judge me, lol). If my stay were longer, I would be here every evening and every Brunch Sunday to order other menu items. Also, the wine/beer list is very extensive.
Yellow Dog Cafe
905 US-1American cuisine. Great food, great views, great service!
Casual place to get burgers, wings, sandwiches, seafood, and beer. Beach decor.
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Long Doggers
350 W Cocoa Beach CausewayCasual place to get burgers, wings, sandwiches, seafood, and beer. Beach decor.
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
2130 W New Haven AvePane E Vino Italian Restaurant
1800 W Hibiscus BlvdWonderful Italian food and a great wine list!
Beautiful water front views, elegant ambiance, the right place for a romantic dinner.
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Chart House
2250 Front StBeautiful water front views, elegant ambiance, the right place for a romantic dinner.
Great beach views, a nice place for casual dining. Tacos, burgers, seafood and sandwiches.
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Sand on the Beach
1005 Atlantic StGreat beach views, a nice place for casual dining. Tacos, burgers, seafood and sandwiches.
Because the name says it all. An upscale dining experience with views of the Indian River and Melbourne. Perfect place for that special dinner (aka expensive dinner that's worth every penny)...
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Djon's Steak And Lobster House
522 Ocean AveBecause the name says it all. An upscale dining experience with views of the Indian River and Melbourne. Perfect place for that special dinner (aka expensive dinner that's worth every penny)...
Chekmarcs is a local restaurant that's been around for decades and is a go to breakfast spot for many Palm Bay locals. It's a great alternative to Cracker Barrel (shorter lines).
Chekmarcs of Palm Bay Inc
2162 Harris Ave NEChekmarcs is a local restaurant that's been around for decades and is a go to breakfast spot for many Palm Bay locals. It's a great alternative to Cracker Barrel (shorter lines).
A casual cafe that sources locally for ingredients. The result is good, fresh, homemade food. One thing that I appreciate about this restaurant is that it's very vegetarian/vegan friendly. They also accommodate GF diets. Several of their menu items can be made V/VG/GF per their menu.
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The Nomad Cafe
2002 S Harbor City BlvdA casual cafe that sources locally for ingredients. The result is good, fresh, homemade food. One thing that I appreciate about this restaurant is that it's very vegetarian/vegan friendly. They also accommodate GF diets. Several of their menu items can be made V/VG/GF per their menu.
Here's The Scoop Homemade Ice Cream
818 E New Haven AveBecause...ice cream...what's not to love?
Brusters Real Ice Cream
329 Malabar RdAll ice cream is made fresh daily.
A longtime family-owned business known for their soft-serve ice cream, shaved ices & homemade cakes & pies.
Twisty Cone Ice Cream & Cakes
1615 Georgia St NEA longtime family-owned business known for their soft-serve ice cream, shaved ices & homemade cakes & pies.
Parks & Nature
Melbourne Causeway
Melbourne CausewayGreat location for a walk or run.
From a Tripadvisor review: "The Turkey Creek Sanctuary is an oasis in the middle of Palm Bay. It offers canoeing, kayaking, hiking, and wildlife observation. The boardwalk is well maintained, and is elevated well above the forest floor. The entrance is adjacent to the Palm Bay Recreation Center, a public library, and a skate park, and the parking lot is paved and well maintained. This is a great place to take the family, go on a romantic walk, or just enjoy the solitude."
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Turkey Creek Sanctuary
1518 Port Malabar Blvd NEFrom a Tripadvisor review: "The Turkey Creek Sanctuary is an oasis in the middle of Palm Bay. It offers canoeing, kayaking, hiking, and wildlife observation. The boardwalk is well maintained, and is elevated well above the forest floor. The entrance is adjacent to the Palm Bay Recreation Center, a public library, and a skate park, and the parking lot is paved and well maintained. This is a great place to take the family, go on a romantic walk, or just enjoy the solitude."
A stream bordered by a shady hammock abounding in palm trees and other tropical growth winds through the heart of the campus and is the setting for a 15-acre Botanical Garden. From a Tripadvisor comment: "This place is beautiful and has plenty of convenient parking off the main road. There is a mounted map when you first enter the botanical garden so I recommend taking a photo of it to help with your hike. They have multiple concrete paths meandering through the amazing old time Florida landscape so strollers can move around easily. Best of all there was no entrance fee. This place is a must."
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Botanical Gardens
150 W University BlvdA stream bordered by a shady hammock abounding in palm trees and other tropical growth winds through the heart of the campus and is the setting for a 15-acre Botanical Garden. From a Tripadvisor comment: "This place is beautiful and has plenty of convenient parking off the main road. There is a mounted map when you first enter the botanical garden so I recommend taking a photo of it to help with your hike. They have multiple concrete paths meandering through the amazing old time Florida landscape so strollers can move around easily. Best of all there was no entrance fee. This place is a must."
Explore the world of animals at Brevard Zoo, an internationally accredited facility home to giraffe, rhinos, big cats and hundreds of colorful parrots. Interactive experiences include giraffe and bird feedings, a children's water play area and kayaking around animal habitats.
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Brevard Zoo
8225 N Wickham RdExplore the world of animals at Brevard Zoo, an internationally accredited facility home to giraffe, rhinos, big cats and hundreds of colorful parrots. Interactive experiences include giraffe and bird feedings, a children's water play area and kayaking around animal habitats.
Located right off Route 1, the park has two docks for fishing, picnic tables, grills, beach, bathrooms, and a nice view of the Indian River.
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Castaways Point Park
2990 Bay Blvd NELocated right off Route 1, the park has two docks for fishing, picnic tables, grills, beach, bathrooms, and a nice view of the Indian River.
Entertainment & Activities
I've not been here although I pass it regularly when I'm in Palm Bay/Melbourne. Read the reviews as they are inconsistent, it appears that people either love it or hate it...
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Andretti Thrill Park
3960 S Babcock StI've not been here although I pass it regularly when I'm in Palm Bay/Melbourne. Read the reviews as they are inconsistent, it appears that people either love it or hate it...
From the website: "The Majors Golf Club's award-winning championship course, designed by legendary golf course architect and PGA Champion Arnold Palmer, is a favorite among both locals and visitors alike to the Space Coast."
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Majors Golf Club
3425 Bayside Lakes Blvd SEFrom the website: "The Majors Golf Club's award-winning championship course, designed by legendary golf course architect and PGA Champion Arnold Palmer, is a favorite among both locals and visitors alike to the Space Coast."
AMC West Melbourne 12
4255 Norfolk PkwyPer the website here are the amenities:
- Zero Entry Depth
- Water Play Toys
- Large Slide
- Teaching Area
- 25 Yard Lap Lanes
- Diving Well with Two 1-Meter Diving Boards
- Lifeguards on Duty
- Picnic Tables
- Restrooms w/showers
- Sheltered Area
Palm Bay Aquatic Center
420 Community College Parkway SoutheastPer the website here are the amenities:
- Zero Entry Depth
- Water Play Toys
- Large Slide
- Teaching Area
- 25 Yard Lap Lanes
- Diving Well with Two 1-Meter Diving Boards
- Lifeguards on Duty
- Picnic Tables
- Restrooms w/showers
- Sheltered Area
Open Gym Volleyball is held on Wednesday evenings 6:15pm-8:45pm. Cost is $2 per person.
Ted Whitlock Community Center
370 Championship Cir NWOpen Gym Volleyball is held on Wednesday evenings 6:15pm-8:45pm. Cost is $2 per person.
Essentials
Get a 5 day guest pass by going to the following link:
https://www.lafitness.com/Pages/freepass.aspx?clubid=1111
LA Fitness
4454 Hollywood BlvdGet a 5 day guest pass by going to the following link:
https://www.lafitness.com/Pages/freepass.aspx?clubid=1111
Get a day pass or $25 daliy rate or $50 weekly rate:
https://maverickcrossfit.com/try-crossfit-session/crossfit-visitor/
Maverick CrossFit 2.0
1320 Culver Drive NortheastGet a day pass or $25 daliy rate or $50 weekly rate:
https://maverickcrossfit.com/try-crossfit-session/crossfit-visitor/
Everything you need is here. They also have a nice hot food/deli section. If you would like to purchase hard liquor, there's a liquor store next door.
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Publix Super Market at Palm Crossings
145 Palm Bay Rd NEEverything you need is here. They also have a nice hot food/deli section. If you would like to purchase hard liquor, there's a liquor store next door.
Shopping
This is the largest shopping mall in the area. Major department stores here are Dillard's, Macy's, and JCPenney. You'll also find American Eagle Outfitters, Bath and Body Works, Champs Sport, Claire's, Dick's Sporting Goods, and others. Best Buy, Pier One Imports, Barnes & Noble, Ross, and Marshall's are within one block away from the mall.
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Melbourne Square Mall station
This is the largest shopping mall in the area. Major department stores here are Dillard's, Macy's, and JCPenney. You'll also find American Eagle Outfitters, Bath and Body Works, Champs Sport, Claire's, Dick's Sporting Goods, and others. Best Buy, Pier One Imports, Barnes & Noble, Ross, and Marshall's are within one block away from the mall.
Vero Beach Outlets
1824 94th DrFrom TripAdvisor: "The Avenue offers a dynamic mix of premier national retailers, select local merchants and specialty restaurants reflective of the local demand and fashion trends...The Avenue Viera has a unique outdoor shopping atmosphere that encourages guests to relax and stay awhile. Visitors can enjoy palm tree lined sidewalks, a Central Park green space with a fountain, patio dining and storefront parking. The Avenue Viera experience awaits you."
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The Avenue Viera
2261 Town Center AveFrom TripAdvisor: "The Avenue offers a dynamic mix of premier national retailers, select local merchants and specialty restaurants reflective of the local demand and fashion trends...The Avenue Viera has a unique outdoor shopping atmosphere that encourages guests to relax and stay awhile. Visitors can enjoy palm tree lined sidewalks, a Central Park green space with a fountain, patio dining and storefront parking. The Avenue Viera experience awaits you."
Target
4305 Norfolk PkwyWalmart Supercenter Palm Bay Rd station
Sightseeing
This is a great place to rent kayaks and ride through Turkey Creek. You'll see a wide variety of wildlife including manatees, alligators and many bird and fish species.
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Palm Bay Marina
4350 Dixie Hwy NEThis is a great place to rent kayaks and ride through Turkey Creek. You'll see a wide variety of wildlife including manatees, alligators and many bird and fish species.
Arts & Culture
Beautiful area on the river with a library, art galleries, shops, craft beer, coffee shop, museum and more.
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Eau Gallie Arts District
540 Guava AveBeautiful area on the river with a library, art galleries, shops, craft beer, coffee shop, museum and more.