Westside Sports Bar & Lounge- West Melbourne, FL 4.5 Stars…read more "Ask not what you can do for your country. Ask what's for lunch." - Orson Welles Glancing down at my name generator, I couldn't help but chuckle a bit. I was headed to West Melbourne to check out Westside Sports Bar & Lunge. I was chuckling as in my mind it's still the 80s and West Melbourne is a wasteland, not the teeming metropolis it is today. Shaking my head, I headed OTB. I love my sleepy little island community, but even I had to admit that the Melbourne Metropolitan Area has grown leaps and bounds and I like it. More businesses are moving in and that means, yep, you guessed it, more eating establishments. To that end, I pulled into the lot of Westside Sports Bar & Lounge, parked and went about the business of providing the working public with unsullied food reviews. I was greeted warmly upon entering a lovely lady who introduced herself as Mandy. Mandy is my bartender, waitress and cook today and she has to be the most non-oleaginous person I have met wearing all of these hats In fact, she was quite the opposite exuding the patina of a bar warrior. I asked Mandy for a single malt, neat, one Cheeseburger (medium-rare), one order of 6 Wings (medium heat) and a Philly Cheesesteak. As Mandy turned to get to work on my grub, I took a moment to take in the joint. I love coming to bars early, you can smell the stale alcohol and fun from the night before. Mandy returned with my Scotch and I must say, it looked like a good 3 oz pour...very generous. As I am 163 days sober, I won't be tasting it, but what a bang for your buck. The place is loaded with fun games and had a classic inviting bar atmosphere (think local watering hole). Mandy soon returned with my standard bar fare and I turned my attention to the job at hand. While the food may have been the standard found in Sports Bars across this great land of ours, this was far from ordinary. The Cheeseburger was cooked to a perfect rare and served on a grilled bun (my favorite kind of bun). The onions, lettuce and tomato were all garden fresh and generously applied with just the right amount of mayo. The wings were cooked to perfection and the sauce had just the right amount of "oomph" to know you had a bit of heat in your mouth. There was a complex mix of sweet, tangy and heat that made my taste buds do a little shimmy. Moving on to the Philly Cheesesteak I paused to take in the perfect symmetry the sandwich presented. The meat was perfectly cooked, the bun seasoned and grilled and the whole thing was flawlessly executed. The Big Boy says, "If you're looking for a place to hang your hat for a bit, hunker down with some good grub and drinks with friends, look no further than Westside Sports Bar & Lounge." #bigboydiningout

Entire place smelled rancid, like it hadn't been cleaned in decades. Food was disgusting. The staff…read morewas rude, Stay away!

The service was nice. I ordered allot when I was here. The food was good. I think I had the pretzel…read moreand pot pie. The ambiance is nice. Next time I plan on ordering something different though.

My wife ordered what we call a blooming onion but they call an onion Patel. She also ordered season…read morepotato and ordered boneless wings bit. She loved everything that she ordered which I was happy for. I however, ordered something that I haven't tried, which was smoked barbecue wings, which I will not try again then I wouldn't have decided to barbecue egg roll which I will never do again. The only thing that I like was the blooming onionPatel. I let the waiter know I will never eat it again. Then he asked if we wanted to eat some bread pudding and I was very reluctant at first but then when it came and I took my first bite and it was absolutely delicious. Robert C was a very good server. He made sure to ask is everything ok and that's when I let him know what I didn't like. He also was accommodating to my needs and if I wanted something different and I told him no. As you would expect for a sports bar it was a little noisy, but at least my wife and I were able to have a conversation. When we come back to eat, I will definitely order what my wife ate. No more smoked wings or barbecue egg roll for this guy.

Mimi was our server and was excellent, very knowledgeable and helpful…read more One of us ordered the meatloaf along with 2 sides, broccoli and baked potato. There was plenty to take home and have a second meal, and she said it was all delicious. I ordered the soup (clam chowder) and house Caesar. The soup was nice and hot and tasted great. The salad was good, though a tad heavy on the dressing. A general note about Miller's and its kids' menu: I have eaten at a few of these places around the state, and I find their policy about adults eating off the kids' menu to be weird. Some servers are fine with it and some claim management won't let them allow you to order of the other menu. Most items on the kids' menu cost about $8. The (adult) meatloaf is $8.50. The fish and chips are $7.99. So, what is the big deal about an adult ordering off the kids' menu if the costs are the same? Some of us don't want a 1/2 pound burger. The kids' menu has a 1/4 lb. burger. Also, we sometime dine with our disabled nephews, and they usually prefer "kid friendly" dishes. I wish Miller's would review this policy.

Started out well. Party of six. Seated ahead of half the group so we could get drinks and an app on…read morethe way. Taylor our server is on it getting drinks and entrees ordered. Since we were catching up with family we chatted away about 45 minutes and we realized "where is our food". Somewhere things went off the rails. To say we were surprised is an understatement. Finally the manager comes over and says the food should be out in a minute. An hour after ordering our food arrived. The food was average at best. Not what we experienced before. Two of the six ordered the daily special (ribs), two carbonara, ravioli and a salad. Not complicated. Manager was apologetic and comp'd the table. Server was upset since every table In her section had issues. We took care of Taylor knowing it wasn't her fault. Am I off Miller's. No. But if they repeat this nightmare I will have to really think twice about coming OTB. Also they got rid of the Field Goal Trio of wings, zingers and shrimp. So sad.

If you're looking for a place to go to eat right now and you're reading reviews, you need read no…read morefurther because this is where you should go. Florida native here. I've lived in multiple coastal cities and had many fish tacos....the ones at sandbar are perfect. We had peel and eat shrimp those were great also. Hurricane was made well. Excellent service from the bartender also solidified the fact that I will be back.

We have not been here in over 10 years, and sadly it's not as good as we remembered :(…read more Ambiance 4 stars! The ambiance was fun, good vibes, tiki feel, nice covered patio and seating. Service 4 stars: We brought our dog and sat at the patio. The waitress was nice, and brought our dog some fresh water in a dog bowl. The food also came quickly. Food 2 stars... sadly! We were both very disappointed with the quality and taste of the food. We ordered the "NY Style Pizza"... it was not NY style, the crust was too thick. It looked and tasted like a frozen pizza... way overpriced! My "Fresh Catch of the Day" mahi mahi did not taste fresh and was overcooked.. very tuff! Super disappointed at every bite. Drinks... this was a toss up! My Lava Flow was tasty, but my husband's draft beer tasted like the line hasn't been cleaned out for a while. Sadly, I will not be coming back, unless it was for just drinks not from the tap.

Owner is awesome. Makes being there a great time. Smoked wings are amazing!! Local casual…read moreatmosphere. Definitely stop in for one. You will be surprised.

I discovered the bar when I was staying in Sebastian this year in February and March 2026, I went…read morethere four times, three times I absolutely loved it. It has a very old-school atmosphere kind of dark, pool table. Lots of nice TVs, a reasonable bar menu and fantastic service. And the name of the place is perfect because you could drive by it not even know it's there. In fact I was nervous I was in the wrong place The first time I went. I was there another time and there was a small group of guys that were outrageously offensive to literally everyone in the place the staff were doing their best to take control of them and finally told two of them to leave it was pretty uncomfortable until that happened, again The staff was awesome, and good value on the drinks and food

We wandered into the Village Tavern of Sebastian on a Saturday afternoon after running errands, and…read moreit instantly felt like one of those hidden gems you kick yourself for not finding sooner. We live just down the road in Vero Beach, so discovering a neighborhood tavern with this much charm practically in our backyard was a real win. We had already eaten lunch at Nini's Cuban across the parking lot, so we stopped in just for a beer. Within minutes we were pulled straight into the atmosphere. Nancy, the bartender and proprietor, is the kind of host every small tavern dreams of. Warm, funny, and completely at ease, she makes newcomers feel like long‑time regulars while keeping the whole place running smoothly. The beer selection is far better than you would expect from a cozy local spot. There is a rotating craft lineup that rivals bigger bars, along with the classics and a surprisingly solid wine list. We spent half our visit sipping and the other half laughing at the hilarious signs covering the walls and at the antics of a couple of regulars who clearly keep the place lively. We have not tried the food yet, but the vibe alone guarantees we will be back and we will be coming hungry. This is the kind of place where you settle in, meet the locals, and let the afternoon drift. For the record, our beer of choice that day was "Cougar Bait." It is as much fun to drink as it is to say!

If you're looking for a place that makes you feel like you actually belong in the neighborhood,…read moreVillage Tavern Restaurant is that rare gem that delivers comfort, quality, and character with every plate and pint. From the moment I slid onto a barstool, I knew I was in for something special -- and not just because the beer list reads like a love letter to hop heads and casual sippers alike. Each pint poured is thoughtful, crisp, and refreshing, with local craft brews rubbing shoulders beside tried‑and‑true favorites. I lost count somewhere around the third flight, but honestly? Worth it. And then there's Nancy, the bartender -- sweet lord, if every tavern had her warmth and precision, we'd all be happier people. She recommended beers without braggy pretension, anticipated refills like a mind reader, and managed a perfect balance of friendly conversation and professional grace. Her service alone is worth the trip. Great food, killer beers, and a bartender who makes you feel like a VIP? Village Tavern doesn't just raise the bar -- it is the bar.

Staff is very attentive and the clientele are all locals and they make you feel like you're at…read morehome. Thank you for everything!

Iv gone in a few times now and every time the bar tenders were really pleasant to talk to and very…read moreattentive. They have a big wall of tvs with different sports going on I was also able to get a very tasty burger late at night when every other place was closed I'll be back the next time I'm in town !!

Had a fabulous dinner at Bunky's. Started off with oysters that were fresh and meaty. The…read morefired calamari was good but a bit too much breading. The seafood gumbo was delicious as was the she crab soup not shown. The blackened fish tacos were very good as was the grilled fish special of the day. There was also a crab cake sandwich not shown that I was told was good. . The Ahi Tuna BLT in my opinion was the best meal of the evening. So good with the crispy bacon, fresh perfectly cooked Ahi tuna and seasoned just right. I would order this again and again. The homemade key lime pie I was also told was good but the fresh chocolate chips were spot on. I just wished they would have come out a little warmer but that's my way of eating them not everyone's. Service was super friendly. Great looking happy hour with discounted menu including some drinks. If I lived here this place would be my regular stop. Needless to say I will be back on my next visit.

My husband and I had such a great experience at Bunky's Raw Bar and Grill! From the moment we…read morewalked in, the host greeted us warmly and even complimented my dress, which was such a nice touch. Our waitress, Angela, was incredibly welcoming and made us feel right at home. She told us about the oysters and the catch of the day and was just so sweet and attentive throughout our meal. For food, I ordered the Catch #2 platter blackened along with six oysters, and my husband had the Ahi Tuna BLT. Everything was absolutely delicious and clearly fresh. The oysters were great, and the blackened platter was perfectly cooked. My husband loved his sandwich as well. What really stood out was the staff. Everyone was hustling, working hard, and still being genuinely kind and friendly. You can tell the team really cares about the experience they give their guests. My husband and I are only visiting for a week, but we will definitely be back before we leave. Thank you Angela and the entire Bunky's team for such an amazing meal and experience!

I stopped into Gator Dockside and overall had a pretty mixed experience…read more We started with the gator bites, which were delicious--definitely a must-try. I also had the gator sausage dip, which came with pita bread and was really flavorful and enjoyable. For our mains, we both ordered the gator/pork burgers, one with sweet potato fries and the other with an onion blossom. Unfortunately, the burgers just weren't my favorite. they didn't stand out compared to the appetizers. The space itself is pretty large, with a strong bar vibe. There's a pool table, some games in the back, a big bar area, and a separate dining section, but it definitely feels more like a sports bar than a traditional restaurant. Service was good overall. Friendly and attentive. I'd come back for the appetizers and the atmosphere, but probably skip the burgers next time.

All you can eat wings night. Spent 20 minutes trying to get servers attention to order 2nd round…read more Its now been 35 minutes AFTER that waiting for the next round of wings to come out. I also ordered a side of sauce that has now been 35 minutes. Twice. Figured id go ahead and write this review while i wait, since i seem to have plenty of time. Restaurant is not that full. Maybe half full. Server is doing their best! Not sure where the real issue lies. Hopefully they figure it out. Arrived at 6:15, writing reviews at 7:30.

I can't rate the place for drinks or food, because we couldn't get the bartenders attention. Busy…read moreFriday night and man was this place playing music at full volume. Why? Lots of smoke like everyone else said, so no surprise. The surprise is how the hell does the enclosed area of the bar allow cigarette smoking in this county that prohibits that? I can see smokers enjoying the outdoor areas, but nobody and nothing was going on outside at all. Friday night and no band? On to the next bar hoping for some basic service where you get to do something more than think you stepped back in 1980.

Perfect dive bar! Service is fast and friendly, and the bar is clean. Lots of seating inside and…read moreout. 3 Happy Hours a day, first one is 7am-10am, and it's packed!