The Best of Cocoa Beach

The Best of Cocoa Beach! Cocoa Beach is a family-friendly destination and is easily the most recognized city on Florida’s Space Coast. This authentic beach town has the perfect combination of sun, sea and space for you to explore. Families can find attractions that are fun for everyone, such as outer space adventures at Kennedy Space Center, the tastiest beach grub this side of the coast, and endless activities on the shore and in the water. Couples can visit Cocoa Beach for the ultimate romantic beach getaway with spa days, comfortable hotel rooms, exciting excursions and more. Cocoa Beach has something for everyone, so head to Cocoa Beach and the Space Coast of Florida!

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Cocoa Beach Weather – When to Visit

The best time to go to Cocoa Beach is in April when temperatures are still warm but accommodations are more affordable.  Most people visit Cocoa Beach during the early spring. This is the busiest time so you can expect to pay more for your hotel accommodations. The Spring Break week (March 11th – 24th) and the Easter week (March 31st to April 8th) are also popular dates, and Cocoa Beach is very crowded during these times.  In Cocoa Beach, it rains most days in July – September, so make sure to bring an umbrella if you decide to visit during that time.

Best Cocoa Beach Area Beaches

Sydney Fischer Park

This 10-acre, oceanfront park is a family favorite, an ideal place for a picnic and a swim in the Atlantic. The park was named after Sidney Fischer, who served as the mayor of Cocoa Beach from 1956 to 1960. There are picnic pavilions, showers and restrooms.

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Cocoa Beach Pier

This pier is a historical landmark of Florida’s Space Coast, and this stretch of beaches in Cocoa Beach is famous for surfing and sunning. This is a good spot to people-watch because the beach teems with excitement. You can take a surf lesson on the gentle, consistent waves, or just watch the pros. The pier also features restaurants and shops.

Cherie Down Park

Dappled with sand dunes and sea grasses, Cherie Down Park is a seven-acre community beach park in a neighborhood setting. If you’re looking for a place for a picnic, stop here. There’s a 200-foot boardwalk that winds along the dunes, and on the beach you can take a swim, play volleyball, build a sandcastle or fish in the surf.

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Jetty Park at Port Canaveral

The 35-acre park features a 1,500-foot fishing pier and three acres of sandy beach. It’s one of the busiest parks in the county, but that’s only because it offers something for everyone. There are covered pavilions, picnic areas, campsites, showers and restrooms. It’s a good spot to try some fishing or to just relax and watch the kids play.

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Playalinda Beach

Playalinda Beach is one of the most beautiful, quiet beaches in Cocoa Beach to spend your time. The beachfront here is a secluded 24-mile stretch where sea and space meet. This is an undeveloped beach, without vendors or stores, so be sure to bring any supplies you may need for the day.

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Best Cocoa Beach Restaurants

Florida’s Fresh Grill

They specialize in Fresh Seafood, Steaks, Salads, Homemade Sauces, Award Winning Soups, and Desserts all in a ” Florida Upscale Casual ” atmosphere. With many years of restaurant experience, they understand the importance of being more than a restaurant you can celebrate life’s special moments, but also the everyday dining occasion restaurant. Their goal at Florida’s Fresh Grill is to be your favorite restaurant!  Telephone:  321-613-5649  Web:  Florida’s Fresh Grill.

Fat Kahunas

Fat Kahuna’s Beachside Grille offers seafood, steak, chicken, pulled pork, gourmet burgers, soft tacos, jumbo shrimp, and many more dishes to delight any appetite. From their “sushi-grade” tuna, to their coconut shrimp, shark au-poivre, bacon cheddar burger, to their melt in your mouth calamari, they have it all. All of their sauces are original, and made from scratch, and they prep their food fresh to order, with unique and original recipes.  Top this off with a kiss of aloha and this will be a meal to remember.  Telephone:  321-783-6858  Web:  Fat Kahunas.

Jazzy’s Mainely Lobster & Seafood Company  $11 – 30

Jazzy’s Market is the premier fresh seafood market in Cocoa Beach. Featuring Live Maine Lobsters, Mussels, Clams, Fresh Catches, and whatever they think is the best tasting seafood on the planet. Call them to see what’s in today or check Facebook for updates.  Telephone:  321-613-3993  Web:  Jazzy’s Mainely Lobster & Seafood Company.

The Fat Snook  $31 – 60

They are a casual beachside restaurant packed with a tremendous passion for fresh, local seafood, top quality seasonal ingredients, and hand selected boutique-style wines and craft beers from across the world.  Telephone:  321-784-1190  Web:  The Fat Snook.

The Tiny Turtle  Under $10

Inspired by his Grandmother’s and Mother’s cooking, the flavorful Sofrito base of Puerto Rico, and his own restaurant experiences, Chef Moises has created a menu and environment that will transport you to an island experience full of flavor and a laid back feeling.  Opening during the famed Art Show that happens every year in Downtown Cocoa Beach as what was called Food Truck Style, being just a kitchen on the back of a building with a patio and picnic tables for seating, it has now evolved into a full service restaurant but still giving that feeling of a small local “Hidden Gem”.  Telephone:  321-446-7361  Web:  The Tiny Turtle

Best Cocoa Beach Bars & Nightlife

Nolan’s Irish Pub

A Traditional Irish Pub in Cocoa Beach, complete with 3 cozy snugs and the warmth and hospitality you’d expect from the Irish.  Irish Entertainment, restaurant, and pub. Great Irish food and Beers. Large selection of craft beers, imported and domestic. Try the Shepherds Pie and Bangers and Mash.  Telephone:  321-783-8499  Web:  Nolan’s Irish Pub.

Longboards Tiki Beach Grille

Sit back and relax on their oceanfront tiki deck with one of their delicious signature cocktails.  Even your tiniest turtles will find something they love like their cheeseburger sliders and fries.  Try the Ahi Tuna, Peel n Shrimp and Hang Ten Beef Sliders….all favorites!  Telephone:  321-799-0003  Web:  Longboards Tiki Beach Grille.

Hogan’s Irish Bar

Serving the finest selection of craft beer since 2012, Hogan’s Irish Bar is a melting pot of locals and those just passing through the Cocoa Beach and Cape Canaveral area. Conversation flows about just as steady as the beer. Shoot some pool or shoot some darts. The warm atmosphere at Hogan’s resonates from each antique piece of furniture, which Paudie Hogan, the owner of this fine establishment, had shipped across the pond from his previous pub in Ballina, Co. Mayo in Ireland. Some antiques are over 200 years old, all have their own unique story. Telephone:  321-613-3854  Web:  Hogan’s Irish Bar.

Sandbar Sports Grill

For over ten years, Cocoa Beach’s Sandbar Sports Grill has been the must-stop-destination for both locals and visitors to grab a fish taco, enjoy a cold beverage, and hear stellar live music–all within view of the beach.  Located adjacent to Alan Shepard Park where 520 meets the beach and right on the ocean behind Ron Jon Surf Shop and the Cocoa Beach Surf Company, Sandbar Sports Grill is the perfect piece of paradise to start your day on the Space Coast.  You can go to catch a game on one of ther 20 HDTVs or just taking a break from the sun, their come-as-you-are beachside location is family friendly until 10pm. Fill up here or take it with you, either way you’ll love their amazing menu.  Telephone:  321-799-2577  Web:  Sandbar Sports Grill.

Preacher Bar

Preacher Bar’s atmosphere is casual and family friendly yet upscale with handmade cocktails and a mouthwatering menu unlike any establishment on the Space Coast. The funky mix of background music is kept low enough to converse over and ranges from classics like the Eurythmics to current pop and electronic dance.  They have over 40 craft, import and domestic beers both on tap and in bottles. Their selection of beer changes monthly which means there’s almost always a new beer new to tempt your taste buds. Their extensive wine selection includes reds, whites, sparkling wines and blends from California to Italy, Argentina and New Zealand. No matter your preference, there is sure to be a wine selection you’ll fall in love with.  Telephone:  321-613-4629  Web:  Preacher Bar.

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