Wow wow wow !!! There isn't many places that represent the Caribbean down here but I can proudly say that they are doing it perfectly!! I got a Cuban and iced cafe con leche . 10/10 !!!!!! Mi Gente Latina!!! I love !!! I will be back! read more

Nautical Cafe - Iced sweet cafe con leche - Sandwiches Near Me - Melbourne Beach, Florida

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The absolute best empanadas! Crust is perfectly light and flaky. Aioli sauce goes perfectly!! read more

Nautical Cafe - Beef empanadas with aioli - Sandwiches Near Me - Melbourne Beach, Florida

Cuban food in walking distance of the ocean. The Cuban sandwich and plantains were very good as was the cortadito. There is limited free parking in front of the shop, but there is a paid public lot across the street. There is also limited outdoor seating, but you could certainly carry your food across to the ocean for a picnic. There is also sign on the window stating that it is not fast food, but I have to say that our food came out quickly jist the same! read more

Nautical Café is a quick walk from my parents house and I really liked the fact that they make empanadas for breakfast. That being breakfast empanadas and regular ones too. Nautical Café is a small restaurant that if you were not looking for it you would walk right by it. I think that's also why it had taken us so long to finally go. Since it was breakfast I was went for a light meal. This being only 2 empanadas. I went with my normal go to a beef and and breakfast empanada. The Breakfast Empanada comes with ham, eggs and cheese. Both the beef and breakfast empanadas were cooked perfectly but my issues with both we that they were dry on the inside and especially the beef. I love a juicy beef empanada and this just wasn't it. Had to eat it with hot sauce just to juice it up a bit. The breakfast one was similar and also dry. I will say it was my first time having a breakfast empanada so maybe that's just how they are. It was also mostly egg which is my least favorite of the fillings in it. Sine my parents are so close we will probably give them a second try plus Ashley did enjoy her food more then myself so this will also give me the chance to possibly try something new. read more

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We enjoyed croquettes, empanadas, and a Cuban sandwich, all hot and fresh. We were pleasantly surprised to find a decent Cuban spot by the beach. read more

Beef and plantain empanadas ... soooo good! Apple empanadas... soo good. We will definitely be back. These were absolutely delicious! read more

The loaded tostones and cuban sandwich are fabulous, the guava and cheese empinadas are sensational and the ladies there are so pleasant! I am a regular! read more

Absolutely delicious , I am always left satisfied and the owner is amazing, very sweet and always remembers my mother and I 10/10 always recommend read more

I'm vacationing from California and wanted a little Cuban nibble. We had Croquettes and a Cheese/Guava empanada. The empanada reminded me of a childhood memory of my mom and grandma making dough with powdered sugar. It was delicious!!! The Cortaditos were amazing! I highly recommend! read more

Nautical Cafe - Delicious Cuban Food! - Sandwiches Near Me - Melbourne Beach, Florida

Great food. The owner works the register at this walk up restaurant. We shared a Cuban it was delish. All seating is outdoors and just across the street from the beach. Perfect place for lunch at the beach. read more

Nautical Cafe - Cuban - Sandwiches Near Me - Melbourne Beach, Florida

Always great food Outside seating and great fast service Owners are so nice The Cuban sandwich is my favorite read more

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The Nautical Cafe is a true gem of a Cuban cafe in Melbourne Beach. You'd be hard pressed to find better Cuban food in Miami, Tampa or Havana. They have a lot of the classics along with a few unusual items like lentil/plantain empanadas. There's a good selection of vegetarian options and the tostones are some of the best I've ever had, crunchy on the outside and creamy inside. Seating is very limited and is all outside, although there is a good amount of shade. read more

Nautical Cafe - Sandwiches Near Me - Melbourne Beach, Florida

Very good empanadas. Get the one with beef and plantains, soo delicious!! Service is quick.

I first tried this place when I visited Melbourne Beach a few years ago. I come back here every chance I can get. The Fish Sandwich is outstanding! It's so simple but so delicious. Not frozen fish like typical restaurants. You could never go wrong with their Cuban Sandwich. Their pork is sooo good! ...especially with that chipotle aioli they make. I also got to try the Seafood empanada today. (i want more!) So so so good! Can't forget the Guava & Cheese empanada for desert. My daughter (and me!) loves them!! read more

Nautical Cafe - Sandwiches Near Me - Melbourne Beach, Florida

Holy delicious!!! We've driven by before but HAD to stop! Delish!!! Super friendly, clean, and oh so delicious!! We will definitely be back! Service is excellent, made to order & quick! Thank you! PS DONT miss the guava & cheese Empanadas! Get more then you think you'll want! read more

Nautical Cafe - Flounder Fish & Chips, Cuban, Guava & Cheese Empanadas! - Sandwiches Near Me - Melbourne Beach, Florida

Scrumptious! Loved the pork, rice, beans and sweet plantains. Definitely worth a stop. Close to the beach and shade to sit outside.

DELICIOUS Cuban dishes. Two options for fish & chips - cod was fresh and flaky. Pork mojo was moist and super flavorful- comes with yellow rice, black beans (meh), and sweet plantains (YUM). Friendly staff, quick service, view of ocean- what could be better for a warm Florida afternoon lunch? read more

Nautical Cafe - Exterior with seating area. Right off main road, connected to a laundromat. - Sandwiches Near Me - Melbourne Beach, Florida

ALWAYS GOOD. We live local to Melbourne Beach and we come here every Saturday and order pretty much everything on the menu. The yuca is fresh, the loaded tostones are phenomenal, the empanadas are ALWAYS good. (Ask for a little lime to add to them) the plates they offer are great portions for the price and as everyone says, order the guava and cheese empanadas! They are the best when needed a sugar fix. The atmosphere is nice, the service is great and it's the best choice before heading to the beach. We haven't found Cuban like this in the area that comes close. The location is a little tricky when it comes to parking but if there's a spot, take it. Don't let that deter you! The best part of this spot is the price! You can order the whole menu practically without breaking the bank. Definitely stop here on your way south! read more

Nautical Cafe - Breakfast sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Melbourne Beach, Florida

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A delight place just a short walking from the ocean. For me, it's the authentic Cuban coffee. Served sweet as it should be. The also have many other Cuban dishes. Plantains. Black beans. Friendly service. Outdoor seating only. read more

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Really friendly service with a smile which is refreshing in todays world. Even better, the food and coffee is spot on. I had a breakfast sandwich and an iced latte and my friend had empanadas and croquetas. Everything was fresh and tasty, came out fast and hot. I hadn't been here yet but will definitely be back! read more

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Delicious Central American takeout near the beach. Excellent Cuban panini and well seasoned chicken platter with yellow rice. read more

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This is just a walk up counter with a couple of picnic tables, but don't let that fool you, the food is amazing. I got the loaded tostones with Spanish rice and beans. Husband had the Cuban with plantains, and we tried an empanada. So so so so good. read more

Their food is the best we had on our vacation. The two women working there are extremely friendly. I wish I could bring this restaurant home. read more

This is a hidden gem for a nice quick meal! Cant believe i have driven by for almost three years and never stopped! My wife and i biked up from south beaches area for lunch. Had a great Cuban sandwich! My wife had the grouper sandwich. Both were excellent. Lots of other things on the menu. A few picnic tables outside. Fantastic, give it a try. read more

We've now enjoyed their food at least a dozen times, pretty much tasting the whole menu. Not a single dud of a meal but we especially have hit Repeat on the guava/cheese empanada and the Cuban. The yuca is great, not an easy item to find. Good prices to boot. read more

Super convenient since right off A1A and has the best bean and rice empanadas!!! The tostones taste like they are homemade and everything is fresh, definitely recommend this place for a bite read more

Have to look long and hard to find fish in fish and chips. All breading . Oil used for frying tasted old

The cuban sandwich is AMAZING. Everything from the pork, to the gouda cheese, to the added twist with banana peppers. Also got a pork empanada with hot sauce and a guava and cheese empanada that were so, so, so good. read more

Awesomeness in cuban press sandwiches; friendly people and tasty lunch; make it your go to spot

This is a cute roadside Cuban food stand run by a very friendly family. The food is delicious - I always get the Cuban sandwich, which is filling and yum. My husband got the cod fish and chips, which were great, however a bit expensive for the small piece of fish. Fun, fun - wish they had more outdoor seating! read more

We were greeted by a young man on the beach who works here. So we walked across the street to try it out. It is a nice outdoor seating restaurant. The food is cooked fresh. We tried the chicken salad and Cuban sandwiches. read more

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Just a walk up place. Very friendly owners/workers. Fresh fish and chips. And the cream cheese and coconut empanadas were so good! Highly recommend read more

Amazing little spot next to the beach! This has been my guilty pleasure place during the CoVid pandemic. I love the Cuban sandwich and pulled pork- but my personal favorite is by far the cold brew insta-coffee. Family owned business with a lot of heart. Great service. read more

Nautical Cafe - Cuban sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Melbourne Beach, Florida

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Excellent lunch time menu. Fish sandwich was awesome. Cod or flounder. Can't go wrong. Cuban coffee was tasty with a caffeine kick.

This place has the best food in town! Very friendly staff. The empanadas are da bomb.

Great food! Don't buy the cappuccino its made with a Kurig machine. A plastic coffee maker. Not a real espresso at all. Cheers!

I really hope this place makes it. As of last week they don't take credit/debit and have a limited menu. Also never quite sure when open. My dining guest said the Cuban was too salty. My food was ok. But it was basic. I will try again. read more