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!

Overall, I appreciate the menu at Miller's and the variety they offer, and I think the drink prices…read moreare pretty reasonable. The people have always been nice, and the service has been good whenever I've been. Unfortunately, the food has been pretty lackluster every time I've gone. A lot of the food seems to be overcooked, and while it's perfectly fine as basic bar food, I just don't see the quality matching the price. I love chicken strips more than just about anyone, but even those have been disappointing. I really think they need to pay a little more attention to the consistency and quality of the food coming out of the kitchen. It's not that there's anything terrible about the place--it's just that the food feels more like a filler than something I'm actually looking forward to eating. With the prices where they are, I have a hard time justifying spending my money there when there are other places where I enjoy the food much more. Good people, good service, decent drinks, and a menu with plenty of options. I just wish the food quality matched the rest of the experience.

I've been debating writing a review or not on the experience we had…read more Our son had a baseball game nearby and we stopped here for lunch after one of his games because it was his birthday and he wanted wings. The server was miserable and treated us terribly. She rolled her eyes multiple times at us and was rude to my son when he ordered his food. He wanted a Cesar salad and wings and after he ordered the salad she moved on to my daughter. After she was finished he looked at me and said "I didn't get to order my wings". I told her that he also wanted wings (eye roll) and she said "well, I didn't hear him order wings, so I didn't HEAR HIM". He is 12, he isn't a little child, and the way she interacted was horrible. Food came out and we never saw her again. She never refilled drinks and she avoided our table like we were the plague. Then, LOL I asked the hostess if they could do something for his birthday and they said they would let our waitress know. I joked with my kids dad and step mom that she's probably going to be farther annoyed that we asked, an lo and behold, she came over to the table and said "yeah, we don't do birthdays here". The website literally says "celebrate your birthday with us!" ‍ We were trying to talk to a manager on our way out, but she told us they were too busy to talk to us. We are from out of town and this experience would have never happened at our Millers. Crazy overall.

We stopped by here for a quick drink but also because smoking is no longer allowed inside…read more We were very surprised at how good the food is! We had an order of wings which were amazingly crispy and good. While we opted for the sauce on the side the bartender gave us a few samples to try out. We will definitely be back.

Absolutely stunning and unbelievably unforgettable subs!!…read more One of my G2's for sure.! Meredith makes um best in Brevard. A++

The food was very tasty. The portions are very nice, and the prices are very reasonable…read more Great little place to grab a quick lunch.

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!

Great service. Great Food. And whole vibe was amazing! Beach access is across the back parking lot…read more Definitely recommend and will be back.

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.

Noticed their sign in the back of the parking lot. Friendly bartender and the price on drinks are…read moregreat. It is fairly early so it isn't very crowded, but as far as things go I could see myself coming here to get away from a louder scene which is nice. There are pool tables and old fashioned dart boards which is a HUGE plus for me since I do not care for the electronic dart boards. A nice local bar to hit up. A decent dive. I would definitely return here for a drink with friends. I suggest that you give this bar a shot if you aren't looking for all of the bells and whistles of the fancy bar/club scene. Great to see local spots like these around.

Bartender friendly. Full liquor. Not much on mixing cocktails. No ginger beer or ingredients to…read moremake a negroni. Vibes & patrons were cool. TouchTunes. Pool tables. Not sure if there's food.

My husband came across this establishment while on a work trip and hasn't stopped raving about it…read moreever since. The man literally bought two of their T-shirts, so you know he was impressed! Fast-forward to our staycation weekend. We decided to stay at a local hotel, and this was our first stop on Friday night. We ordered a few beers and cocktails along with some chicken wings. They had a seasonal Pumpkin Habanero beer, and let me tell you, it definitely had a kick! Pumpkin with a little spice is absolutely my jam, so I was all for it. The chicken wings were also pretty tasty, although, for the life of me, I cannot remember which flavor we ordered! We sat at the bar, which is pretty large and offers a great view of everything happening around the establishment. There was a band playing outside on the covered patio, and everyone looked like they were having an absolute blast. The atmosphere was fantastic! One disappointment was that they were out of their blueberry beer. We love blueberry beer, so this was a bummer, especially since they still hadn't restocked it when we returned two days later. Hopefully, we'll get to try it on our next visit! They also had a seasonal Halloween cocktail menu, but Friday night was extremely busy with the live music, so they weren't able to accommodate making those specialty drinks. We returned Sunday around noon, this time sitting outside with our dog, and I finally got to order one of the Halloween margarita cocktails. It was pretty good! Although, if I'm being honest, I think I was just as intrigued by the festive presentation and the little trinkets that come with some of these drinks. Unfortunately, mine didn't come with any, and they weren't able to add one. On the other hand, when I ordered a tequila drink late Friday night, the staff added a little skeleton to it, which was such a fun touch! It's those little details that make the experience memorable. Overall, the service was awesome, the food was delicious, and the cocktails were on point. Between the seasonal beers, creative cocktails, live music, and lively atmosphere, there's a lot to love here. We can definitely see why my husband was raving about this place! Highly recommend checking it out. Just don't forget to ask about the seasonal beers before they're gone!

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

I'm visiting my longtime hometown. I know where to get…read moregreat wings on the Florida West coast where I live now. So I was a bit nervous trying to find a worthy East coast craving. After a whole lotta online review perusing I still wasn't convinced. Then, today while enjoying time with friends I got an unexpected wing shout out! Someone was big time bragging about Crickets wings! A few others chimed in to wholeheartedly agree. THAT was good enough for me. I stopped into Crickets later in the day, partied out but ready to do the wing thing. Two words. Day-am!! I ordered medium Buffalo style, a bit extra crispy. These WINGS rock!! Holy gnaw-on-the-bone-hell the wings are crazy good! Big, with lots of meat, tons of flavor and perfect every bite! (Hmm. Sounds like food porn). NO pictures this review! YOU gotta go and SEE for yourself!

Good food, prices, & atmosphere. Finally had the chance to stop by after hearing people rave about…read moretheir wings. Came on a Wednesday, which also happened to be bingo night, & it was fun! Though it wasn't busy, it was still an enjoyable time. The DJ made sure everyone was involved & played a variety of music. Of course I ordered the wings & loaded fries & they came out perfectly fried. The cheese that came on the fries wasn't my favorite; it was like a canned cheese rather than melted shredded cheese. Other than that, you can't beat the prices or ambiance here!

We love Sandbar! The service is always friendly, the food is good, and the beer is cold--honestly,…read morewhat more could you ask for after a day at the beach? We especially love the picnic area outside. It's the perfect spot to kick back, enjoy the breeze, and settle in for a while. The whole place has an easygoing beach vibe, and everyone makes you feel welcome. It's the kind of place where you come in thinking you'll stay for one drink and suddenly realize you've been happily hanging out all afternoon. We'll definitely keep coming back!

I picked this place solely on the colorfully decorated building and patio seating. All of the…read moreservers are eye candy so that's a nice ambiance. I ordered a Grilled Shrimp Taco with no sauces. and it was the bomb. It makes me want to come back again but I might have to try the chicken next time. She ordered the Guacamole and Chips and said it was good. We have to come back for sure.

Excellent Smoked Wings and Great Happy Hour Spot…read more Stopped by Broken Barrel Tavern at Palm Bay Road and Babcock and had a great experience. Service was prompt and friendly, and the happy hour specials made it an even better value. I ordered the wing basket with 8 smoked wings and onion petals. The onion petals were crispy, flavorful, and paired perfectly with the spicy remoulade sauce. For the wings, I tried both the Carolina Vinegar and the Hot Garlic flavors. The smoked wings themselves were outstanding, and the Hot Garlic sauce was especially memorable because it featured real garlic, which added incredible flavor. These are definitely wings I will come back for and highly recommend to anyone visiting. My partner ordered the BBQ pulled pork quesadillas with seasoned fries. The fries were more like freshly cut chips, nicely seasoned and delicious, and the quesadillas were excellent as well. Overall, Broken Barrel Tavern delivered great food, quick service, and a relaxed atmosphere. If you're in the Melbourne area and looking for outstanding smoked wings, this place is absolutely worth a visit. We'll definitely be back.

This is an old establish and it shows. Really it a bar that serves BBQ…read more I had heard about this place from my previous job was just down the road. Popular for team building events. Went for lunch on a Friday and they had two servers and only one working the dining area. We sat in the very dark dining area. Every surface was painted black. Lighting was pretty poor and it was hard to read the menus. Ordered a pulled pork platter and a pulled pork sandwich. They both came with "fried chips" and the platter had another side and we chose beans. Bourbon Bbq sauce was our choice. The pork was good. Good portions on both sandwich and platter. Beans had some "heat" which I don't favor but my son really liked. The chip fries or fried chips - whichever they call them were seasoned with a garlic salt it tasted like. However they could have used about another minute I the fryer. The bigger ones were raw in the middle. May have been a byproduct of a large party in their event room throwing off their timing. But if cooked a bit more they would be a unique side for the area and good. Server was stretched thin. Freshens my son's drink but not mine until he brought the check. By then meal was over. I had water. Not difficult. Rib special looked good from a distance and I heard they are known for wings. Maybe next time. Noticed there is a private room for events that most restaurants do not have. So a point to consider.