Out of town for work. Wanted a low key casual restaurant that I could bring my dog with me. This…read moreplace was perfect. The outside seating is comfortable with umbrellas. There are multiple places to order food and you can start a tab so that if you are drinking beer you don't have to continue to multiple bills. The service was really quick. Ordered the pretzel bites, chicken wings and the smash burger. The smash burger was the best burger I have had in a long time. The beer list was great too, there was an awesome variety.

We stopped by Intracoastal Brewing for a drink and something to eat after coming back from the…read morebeach. There was seating inside but we grabbed a table in the yard where they had live music. I had the portobello sandwich with fries and it was satisfying after spending the day in the sun and sand, it was one of a few vegetarian options. The price was right at only $12. I wasn't in the mood for beer, so I ordered the hard soda, and am obsessed! It's a dark cola alcoholic beverage so it has a nice flavor. We ordered with the bar staff and they gave us a number for the food order, they also let my friends sample the beers before ordering. The crowd and employees are nice and laid back, chill and family friendly atmosphere all around.

This place from the outside and inside is iconic. What a cool venue. There is plenty of space…read morehere for groups, the place has a big bar and lots of space. Unfortunately it smelled like fried food, was relatively empty on a Saturday night. And worst of all, it was almost tapped out. There were more beers tapped out than they had drafts on tap. I think I saw about 6 or possible 7 taps that were working. We didn't stay.

It's a nice space to grab drinks but the service is poor and the employees seem generally…read moredispleased that they work here. The bartender was pretty unfriendly and dry. If you want another drink you have to excessively flag the bartender, even if the place is empty. When we paid or tab we asked for a receipt which seemed like the worst thing that ever happened to them. It's one of those places where you feel bad that you are ordering things. They have drinks but the service is poor and unfriendly.

We really like to drop in to this brewery when we are I town…read more Service is usually pretty good when sat at a table. We prefer to sit at the bar and there is usually a good conversation going on with the bar staff and other patrons. They have a great selection of beers and drinks. I love the flights of beer to be able to sample what's new vs favorites

If you are into great brews & food run to this spot! We have been going here since it opened…read more(before they had a kitchen) and never been disappointed! Friendly service and cozy bar atmosphere makes thid place a 10/10. You wont be disappointed. They also have full bar now too!

Top notch pizza, burger, salmon, pizza and cheesecake. Simply amazing. We're foodies and highly…read moreparticular about places we frequent. We haven't found a fault in anything we've tried here so far. Best pizza in Brevard county we can say with certainty. Their burger is also one of the best you can find locally.

My husband and I spent a wonderful Valentine's weekend at Jolie American Bistro, and it was so…read moreincredible that we ended up dining there two nights in a row! We kicked things off with the Bruschetta, which was phenomenal. The Focaccia it was served with was truly out of this world--soft, airy, and paired perfectly with the bruschetta and vinaigrette. I sampled both sides of the menu, opting for a pasta on night one and pizza on night two. Both were delicious and well-executed, proving that you really can't go wrong with their main courses. The showstopper for je though was the desserts. Crème Brûlée was perfectly executed with a classic finish.but the Basque Cheesecake was the star of the entire weekend. It was incredibly creamy and smooth--hands down the best Basque cheesecake I have ever had. On top of the delicious food, service was excellent too and a wonderful environment. The ower took his time to visit every table and make sure you were having a good time. Can't recommend Jolie enough and will definitely be coming back!

Cool spot in EGAD with a really awesome vibe. Great beer and wine, good music. The owners and…read morebartenders are super friendly. Bonus points for the live music venue next door -- makes for a perfect night out. Definitely one of the better hangout spots in Melbourne.

Friendly & attentive bartender. She gave recommendations. Fun crowd. The music wasn't really my…read morevibe. Pretty clean. Bar area & booths. Pretty small space. Outside area in the back. Cool decor. Beer & wine only.

Always great food! I get the French dip, my husband loves the beer choices. He orders something…read moredifferent everytime and it's always delicious.

Hit for a midweek lunch. Party of three and we were seated…read morebar adjacent. Ordered our food and the portions were very large. My sandwich was very good and the turkey was not dry at all. Wish there was a tad bit more avocado on it since it was in the name of the sandwich but overall pretty good. Fish and chips is always a good choice here with a large fillet well breaded and fried to perfection. The fries are a good portion too. My son had currywurst off the seasonal menu (changes every week) and he said it was very good. I have noticed a trend here though. Absent servers. Take your order. Maybe check on e food shows up brought by the expediter and that's it. No drink refresh unless you flag them down. Not sure if sections are assigned or I have been the victim of tables assigned being far apart. Either way seems like they think their job is done once food hits the table. The pretzel must be food service sourced not home made. They are inconsistent in size visit to visit and the beer cheese is runny. Sadly only three stars this visit.

OK this was fun. Chief Cherry and his band Red Beans and Rice were playing. I like all kinds of…read moremusic so this was perfectly suitable. Seating is a little old and dated but it's a pub so who cares. With their windows open you can sit outside, they have a very generous patio area. I moved from inside to outside, had a nice glass of wine and enjoyed the atmosphere. It's an incredibly friendly atmosphere lots of fun people and if you want dessert after having one of their giant pretzels there's ice cream next-door. The music was fine, the people were fine and did I mention that they are dog friendly? I got to pet all the puppies! That just made me even happier if it was possible. I hardly ever go anywhere anymore since Covid so this was a wonderful change. I will be back for sure and enjoy the ambience, the wonderful service, and the atmosphere. There is absolutely nothing to dislike about the Village Idiot pub!

**INITIAL REVIEW**…read more Apparently, the Yelp Skynet a.k.a. the AI that green or red flags reviews, doesn't like the actual name of this pub despite the fact it is the pub's name. Ergo, I will use the abbreviation VI for the remainder of this review. Besides that, you really can't go wrong going to any of the pubs in Historic Cocoa Village. VI is one of the pubs on the eastern side of the Village, in between the famous Fat Donkey's Ice Cream and the furthest east pub in the village, Ryan's. Appearance-wise, the outside fits primarily with the building, but there are some minute details that give it its own personality, primarily around its name. There is also a section of the road and sidewalk that have been garrisoned for VI as outdoor seating and games such as bean bag toss. Indoors, it is definitely your kinda pub that many of the patrons are friends. The right side (East) have long tables with many pub and drinking games such as Hook & Ring and Shut The Box. There is a bookshelf filled to the brim with board games in case patrons prefer traditional or childhood classics. The left side (West) is the "Patio," a room that is decorated by numerous plants, neon lighting, widker and a black-and-white checkerboard floor. Finally, the middle of the pub is the actual bar, in the form of an L-shape serving a nice arrangement of beers from many breweries, cideries, distilleries, and meaderies across the United States. I had the Kentucky Vanilla Barrel Cream Ale by Lexington Brewing and Distilling Co. Other beer selections I would recommend include the Pineapple Cider by the famous Carib Brewing Co. and the Mango Cart by Golden Road Brewing. Personal note on the latter: Mango Carts, well for me, only taste good when straight from the tap. Cans are not good. And the food, it is minimal, but boy does VI know how to tug at my heartstrings as everything they have features, or could feature, cheese. They have pretzels with cheese, pickles with cheese, and my personal favorite, grilled cheese sandwiches. And for the more sophisticated patron, they have numerous choices in charcuterie boards, too. I will also state the drink prices are a bit on the high side compared to some other places I been to. And there are two restrooms that are single-serving and gender-specific. I don't believe the latter has to be gender-specific because they are single-serving. The barn doors are an interesting choice because they are not very good at blocking sound. I guess that is why VI blasts the music so nobody can hear the flatulence. Speaking of music, VI does have a small corner stage for small acts, possibly singular, to perform. Unless there is a pull-out large stage for outdoor performances, I don't see big bands, per se in higher number of members, performing here unless they can all jam in that tight-spaced stage. Ultimately, I am going to give VI three-out-of-five stars for this review. They are a solid pub that has all the fixin's of a good bar to go to. Maybe it is safe to say they really don't stand out too much, especially amongst the more unique bars in Historic Cocoa Village. But still, a good place to have a drink with friends with that "Everybody knows your name" kinda vibe.

On the hunt for the perfect Sunday Funday spot? Look no further...The Salty Fox is it. We came…read morespecifically craving Bloody Marys, and they absolutely did not disappoint. They even offer unlimited mimosas, which is always a win. This is definitely a great place to shoot some pool, watch Sunday football, and relax with friends. The atmosphere is laid-back, welcoming, and full of good vibes. The Bloody Mary experience alone is worth the visit. You get to choose from a variety of toppings, and Devin went above and beyond to make ours next-level. Hands down, it was the best Bloody Mary I've ever had. It was basically lunch on top of a drink. My best friend and I were living our best lives and enjoying every sip. Devin was such an awesome bartender that he even convinced us to add mimosas to the mix (no regrets!). We had such a great Sunday here and honestly could've stayed all day. If you're looking for a chill spot with great drinks, friendly service, and an unbeatable Sunday vibe, The Salty Fox is the place to be.

Love it! Had a great time on our first visit here. I've heard people call it a dive bar, but... if…read moreit is it's a 5 star dive bar! They had a surprisingly excellent selection of liquors, including some tequilas we'd not had a chance to sample yet. Bartender was friendly but did not intrude. LOVED the interior, and they had a banging music selection going the day we were there. We didn't get to try any food, but definitely going to when we return.