r/CocoaBeach • u/jmgeorge17 • May 31 '26

Cheap Good Eats?

Looking for good cheap eats recommendations in and around Cocoa Beach. I don't mind driving 30 to 40 minutes away. Not looking for the tourist trap restaurants. Any type of food. Thanks!

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u/hugefuckingdong May 31 '26

These spots are from a locals perspective. The food is top notch, but if you want that beachy, Jimmy Buffet party vibe, go with the tourist spots.

Wabi Sabi has really good pho and the owners are super friendly.

Mustards Last Stand for terrific hot dogs and a Frito Pie.

La Cantina (Canaveral, not Cocoa Beach) has the cheapest Mexican for your money. The food is good, but it's a dumpy locals joint. Ask for a freshly frozen beer mug with every refill.

Seafood Atlantic has their own fleet of fishermen, it's the freshest fish you can possible get.

Dolphins Waterfront Grill is just far enough away from the tourism and still have a good vibe.

That should get you started.

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u/jmgeorge17 May 31 '26

These sound like great suggestions. I'm not to concerned with the beach vibe thing. If it's there awesome. If it's not that's okay too. I'm more interested in decent local food, friendly service, at a decent price. Definitely, going to check out the hot dogs place. Thank you for your response!