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.

If you're anywhere near the Space Coast and not stopping at Big Daddy J's, you're missing a launch…read moreyou'll regret. We grabbed seats at the bar, and right out of the gate the experience was mission-ready. The girls behind the bar were awesome, friendly, attentive, and just had that effortless vibe that makes you feel like a regular even if it's your first visit. Now the food... wow. Everything came out fresh, hot, and absolutely dialed in. The burgers were stacked and juicy, the sandwiches loaded, and those sidewinder fries? Forget it. Crispy, golden perfection. You can tell nothing sat under a heat lamp, this was all cooked to order and launched straight to the table. Best way I can describe it given the location... This wasn't just good food, it was a full-on flavor liftoff. Like sitting a few miles from Cape Canaveral and watching a rocket punch through the atmosphere, everything about this meal just took off and didn't look back. Great people, killer food, laid-back atmosphere... this place hits on all cylinders. We'll definitely be back for another launch

My husband and I were looking for something different on Cocoa Beach, so we decided to try Big…read moreDaddy J's 5 Great Things after seeing the good reviews. When we arrived, we did notice the outside could use a little TLC, but once inside, it was very clean and tidy. We were immediately greeted by both the hostess and bartender, and they were very friendly. We were seated right away and our drink orders were taken quickly. It took us a few minutes to go through the menu since we weren't familiar with the restaurant, and there are quite a few items to choose from. We ordered the "Crack Mac Snack" (macaroni and cheese) and added pulled pork and the biscuit bread. The food came out quickly, and we were not disappointed. The biscuit bread was absolutely amazing, rich, soft, and delicious (maybe a little too generous with the butter on top, but still delicious). It's a thick, hearty piece, about two inches high and roughly four inches square. The mac and cheese was a generous portion and easily enough to share, and it was really good. The homemade BBQ sauce was also a highlight. The only slight miss was my husband's Coke, which wasn't very sweet, possibly a calibration issue with the machine. Overall, this is definitely a spot worth trying if you're in Cocoa Beach and want something different. There's a lot on the menu, and we'll definitely be back.

WOW Amazing service!!! Family run, beautiful design AND interior experience and not to mention,…read moreamazing food!! Which came out so fast! Bananas foster Jiggly pancake at brunch is a must try! They also own a small coffee/matcha/snack spot a couple doors down!!! You can bring your receipt for 10% off. This spot is a must-try!!

I went twice within one week! The 8 piece Nigiri was my favorite overall. It's what you get if you…read morecan't get a reservation for omakase! Everything Everywhere All at Once was good. The soy foam was fun to watch. The Shrimp Toast and Gambas were both a little salty, but still good! The Koko flight and Matcha Tres Leches were great additions to our meal. My second visit we got Hokkaido Scallop Crudo, Wagyu, Crispy Mushroom nuggets, and Seafood Ramen. All were equally good. We ordered dessert from Koba: Pineapple Sundae & Oolong Tea. YUMMM The only thing is the seating is limited. We had to wait 45 minutes for a table and the seating is along the wall.

Firstly, the restaurant had a great layout. Plenty of areas for groups and smaller parties. The…read moredrink menu is well rounded, with a comprehensive wine list, and a fairly extensive bourbon list. The food was extremely well prepared, and presented well. Atmosphere was welcoming and very friendly, with a selection of shareable appetizers, and entries. Will definitely be going back.

Fantastic upscale shared plates dinner with an Asian flair at the Backstreet Boys' and bro owned…read morespot in Cocoa Beach. 4.5 stars Food 4.5 Atmosphere 4 Service 3 Cost to worth it rating: 3 (definitely spendier with shared plates ~$25-50) Opentableable: no, on Tock Return worthiness: yes Eve award: best shrimp cocktail Highlights: - Creativity: I've had fusion many times but the way this was done was thoughtful with excellent and unexpected additions. Sauces were off the chart delicious. - Ricotta toast: insanely thick and fluffy perfect pieces of bread topped with dollops of whipped ricotta and chili crisp. Crunchy, smooth, and a bit of spice. The appetizer I didn't know I needed in my life. 5 stars - Shrimp cocktail: probably the best I've had. 5 humongous shrimp perfectly cooked and chilled. Served with a Thai peanut satay sauce that was delectable. Didn't envision this combo and it worked so well. 5 stars - Lamp chips: 3 nice pieces my husband and friend enjoyed. 4.5 stars - Miso cod: solid version marinated as expected with 2 pieces plus bok choy. 4.5 stars - Umami fries: large plate of perfectly crispy curly fries with Japanese spices on top. 4 stars - Mozzarella sticks: long rectangles covered in a panko potato mix. Crunchy and gooey. Paired with ranch and guachong sauce. 4 stars - Artichokes: 3 large lightly fried pieces which looked like chicken wings. Could've been sliced into smaller bites. 3.75 stars - Dining room: modern bougie vibe. Long bar across the length of the restaurant with a few higher tables of in back (shaped like elongated guitar picks) and a banquettes. A living wall ceiling and artsy wooden touches. Midlights - Flank steak: large slices with not too much flavor. Most unremarkable item we had. 3 stars - Water service: need bigger glasses or for them to leave a carafe on the tables as they didn't come by to refill often enough. Being in a tropical location, hydration is important. - Drinks: cocktails sounded fancy but were just ok. Even their version of a smoked old fashion was lacking in the smoke reveal. Wine was also just ok - Waiter kept on calling us sir and ma'am making us feel old and bit uncomfortable Lowlights - Out of few things. their sole bakery item dessert in a brownie I was excited about and 2 out of 7 glasses of red wines

Slow and Low was our choice on night one in Cocoa Beach. We ordered takeout and our order was ready…read moreearly. The inside of the restaurant was cute - giving major BBQ vibes. For our meals, my husband and I both chose the pork platters. Our sides were green beans and mac and cheese, and baked beans and potato salad. We each chose cornbread muffins. Everything was very mediocre and lacked in flavor. I'm not sure that anything had seasoning on it. The price was fair and you get a decent amount of food. However, not sure we will be back.

Sat outside which makes for interesting people watching. Our server was fantastic. He was so…read morepatient with everyone (especially the table next to us). Had the pork and brisket plate - highly recommend. Skip the fries though.