47 Best Bars near Malabar

“GREAT Puerto Rican food, this side of the ocean. EVERTHING is very Authentic. !!!!“

“best live music venue in Brevard County“

“We were invited to a birthday party at the Oviedo FL arcade monster. It was so much fun! Glad we know it exists now“

“Ordered our first home kava kit after falling in love with kava on a trip to FL years ago. Living in Ohio and not having much access to local bars, we were craving the kava that we we had when we traveled south. We absolutely love how easy they send you everything to do yourself and amazing quality products! Great people great company and cannot wait for more!!!🫶🏼🫶🏼“

“Becca is fantastic! She’s incredibly skilled with the scissors and gave me exactly the haircut I asked for. I also loved the aesthetic of the place; great atmosphere and very welcoming. Overall, it was an amazing experience, and I’ll definitely be back!“

“one of the best tea and kava bars around, great selection and prices, good location, outstanding costumer service and good vibe overall. they always have different events going on different days and it's also a good place to watch a game.“

“Went here today with some friends. Great atmosphere drinks & knowledgeable staff. Will come back!“

“I have lived in Brevard for a little over 30 years. This Lounge is the best one I have been to. The owners, the service, the atmosphere, the large flatscreen TV's, and the games available inside are the best. The bar runs smoothly. The dj plays the best music. The bathrooms are clean. The whole place is clean and well kept. My husband got me the VIP section for my birthday. It was on Karaoke night, which happens every Thursday. The VIP section comes with 2 buckets of beer or 2 bottles of wine, you are able to decorate the area, and 20% off your tab. We had a blast!! Our friends did as well. They have darts, they have a game machine, Karaoke, food, and really good drinks. Top shelf liquor. We drive from North Melbourne all the way to Bayside in Palm Bay to go to this Lounge. Great atmosphere! I highly recommend this bar and lounge! Trust me, you will have a good time!“

“Had great cocktails before eating dinner in Downtown Melbourne. Great service and perfect atmosphere. We will definitely be back 🍸🥃“

“My wife and I love this place! It's our Beachside neighborhood dive bar. We love bar food and the food here is excellent! Just make sure you ask for the french fries to be cooked crispy and you may have to ask them to make sure the wings are cooked properly. But for the prices, the food is wonderful. The bartenders are also just, and I don't use words like this very often, a total delight!“

“All 5 star reviews...really? Wow... The gal out front that greeted us was all that and more. Had a delivery and a cute presence. Made me want to venture inside and see what the place was about...after entering I immediately liked the place but hold on...The bar tender we had did not even aknowledge us for 5 minutes after we bellied up... And as far as bars go thats waaay too long... When she did come over she was matter of fact and business like. About as warm as a bank teller. I understand you work for a check but tips require a little extra effort. Maybe we were early in the evening but we were customers...Loved the drinks, liked the vibe but the gal behind the bar needs to rethink her style. A smile, a bit of friendly chit chat, am I asking too much? Can't even remember her name, not even sure she introduced herself. Oh well felt the need to share...cheers!“

“Runaway Rooftop Bar & Grill has an incredible vibe, great food, and a view that never disappoints—but the real highlight of my visits is Kalyssa. She is truly a wonderful person. Every time I see her, she radiates positivity, life, joy, love, ambition, and energy. Her personality is unmatched, and she has this effortless way of making the entire day feel lighter and brighter.

People like her are rare. She doesn’t just provide great service—she brings genuine warmth and enthusiasm that transforms the whole experience. If you’re visiting Runaway Rooftop, do yourself a favor and hope you get the chance to meet her. She makes the place shine.“

“Fun and amazing bartenders every night!! Great bar food!!“

“My friends and I just discovered this nice little bar a couple of weeks ago when we were in the vicinity on a Saturday night. Lucky for us that was Karaoke night and had a blast. We came back again this weekend. People are kind and call you by your name, drinks and Beca (our bartender for the night) were great too. We will definitely be back again next week.“

“Monthly comedy shows pair well with delicious food, the bacon cheeseburger and fried shrimp were particularly good.“

“This is a long established, unassuming, easy to miss place in central Melbourne. Like me, you probably drove past it on your way to places like Walmart on Sarno or the DMV, etc. The outside of the place is fairly non-descript - actually The whole Plaza is with its biggest claim to fame is McDonald's and the new dollar tree.

Inside though - what a surprise. This place is open and airy and fresh and clean and it was just a lot of fun. I mean the people that were regulars there you could tell they welcomed us. They made us feel very comfortable. Definitely a place. Oh, and it's a full liquor bar by the way, but definitely a place that we will go back to and that we recommend five stars. Yay!“

“Best Shepherds pie I've had other than homemade. Didn't ask for an menu already knew what I was ordering however they have two different Shepherds pie one with curry so I tried it.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Twin Oaks is hands-down my favorite dive bar! The vibe is unbeatable—gritty, cozy, and full of character. The bartenders are absolute legends, always quick with a pour and a story. The jukebox cranks out the best tunes, and the drinks are strong and fairly priced. Whether it’s a laid-back weeknight or a rowdy weekend, Twin Oaks feels like home. Can’t recommend this gem enough for anyone looking for an authentic, no-frills bar experience!“

“I absolutely love The Creek!! Great atmosphere, all the staff is amazing! From the door men, security to the bar to the teachers and dancing. I can’t say enough about this place! I will forever promote them! Izza Vybe for sure! Well done yall!!“

“Big crowd on karaoke night.“

“Came over after work with my husband, Cynthia has been the absolute best!!!! We have been here one time before but she’s been the best! She’s on point with ticket time, letting us know the specials and she has been great with us n checking on us and un general she’s so sweet and charismatic! We love her and will be back to see her always“

“Rosie's Bottoms Up 8400 US Highway 1 Micco, FL 32976 4 Stars As a true bezonian, I always enter an establishment with high hopes. As I walked in, I immediately smelled that old building scent. I mean, this is a good way; it's comforting, like the smell of an old book. While I found the scent reassuring, I doubted the outcome with Rosie's. Rosie is no longer with us and her picture adorns the wall. Marlene, my server, has been here for 19 years, which I found shocking as she is happy, efficient, and works her tuchus off. This garnered Marlene a 62% tip. Well done, Marlene. Marlene has become an icon in these parts, you can even buy a t-shirt with her likeness while dining. I asked Marlene the Magnificent for one Micco Burger (medium rare) and 10 Garlic Parmesan wings. Digging the relaxing vibe of the old place (people were actually having fun in here), I eagerly awaited Marlene's return. It wasn't a long wait as she was soon sighted bringing my order out of the kitchen. Take a look at those pictures. That is a massive burger. The Micco Burger is made from 8 oz of ground beef, hand-formed, with melted American cheese, lettuce, tomato, and onion. A half pound makes for one giant hamburger. It was cooked to a perfect medium rare, the cheese was melted all around and the bun was fresh and tasty. The side of pomme frites was likewise perfectly cooked and just as scrumptious. Moving on to the order of Garlic Parmesan wings. One bite in, I knew these were not the best wings I'd ever had, but they were pretty good. They were cooked correctly and abundantly seasoned. Are they going to win any awards? No. Are they trying to? Also, no. They are fine for what they are. The Big Boy says, “Great vibe, smells, and service. Stop on by and tell Marlene the Big Boy sent ya. Hopefully, she won't yell at you!"“

“Great staff, great view and great food. Thank you for a an awesome space to have our board meeting. Plan your next event or meeting here.“

“Such a wonderful experience! We recently visited Crush XI for the first time to celebrate our wedding anniversary. From the ambience of the downtown Melbourne restaurant, to the wonderful hostess, our sweet server Emma, the incredibly delicious food and great drinks - we had a fantastic evening! Highly recommend visiting the amazing staff, enjoying the atmosphere and talented culinary skills of Crush XI whenever you’re in town celebrating or looking for something unique.“

“We had the best time here!! Two of us were visiting from LA and Philly. Trudy, the bartender, was so sweet, chill and attentive - the BEST. We came in for drinks after dinner and had a blast. The atmosphere was cool and the locals were a hoot! This is one of the best bars in Melbourne. We will definitely be back!!“

“Great bartenders!! Great drinks.“

“Good food good people good football“

“Wonderful food. Great atmosphere and authentic“

“We recently dined at Haru, and it was an unforgettable experience! Hands down, the best sushi we’ve ever had. The quality and flavor were outstanding. What truly set the experience apart, though, was the exceptional service. Tanya, our server, went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and valued. It’s not every day you come across such attentive customer service. Highly recommend Haru for anyone looking for top-notch sushi and a wonderful dining experience!“

“I stopped there to get dinner. I had cheesesteak. It was phenomenal and believe it or not. I ate dinner. Had a drink a regular drink and not a mixed drink and I spent 20 bucks. Totally amazing for today’s time. I will probably go there again.“

“super friendly people and always a great time!“

“Gorgeous and relaxing. Life is easy at the Grant house. Fully furnished, clean, and perfectly set of so you don’t have to worry about a thing. We vacationed here for a week, and felt like we had arrived to a luxury abode. Between the deck, patio, pool, dock, and fire pit, we were never bored. And when it storms, the upstairs has 3 decks to sit and watch the storm pass. Well worth the hefty price we paid. I only wish I was able to bring my doggo..“

“I highly recommend Lou's Blues bar! The food was really good, especially the pound of shrimp! Lou's is the place to be on Friday and Saturday nights!“

“This place has a sweet setting right on the beach. Parking is a challenge and is now done with a valet in a very small lot. We have had mixed results dining at BB’s. Some food has been well-prepared, and some has been undercooked and underseasoned. Some drinks have been good and others could have been better. Someone never checking on us after the food arrived makes it tough to point out the short-comings. This is what occurred during our most recent visit. My feeling is that for the prices they are charging, these things should not occur.“

“This place is everything. I’m not someone who leaves reviews but it really deserves one. I’ve been looking to stop in since they opened but never had a chance until tonight with a friend in from out of state. The barista/server working was so patient and kind explaining their variety of drinks to us. They have some very unique and interesting options that I’d love to try in the future! I had a London fog tonight and it was incredible. The live music was just the right vibe and not overwhelming at all. The entire store has such an interesting vibe and I just love all the cool art and knickknacks spread throughout. The environment was relaxing and friendly, super perfect for catching up. Definitely stop in here if you’re in downtown!“

“It's really cool to walk in they've got a big shark hanging from the ceiling that's chasing a mannequin swimmer LOL the drinks were made well the food was good and the owner was extremely nice. I will definitely go back once I'm in Palm Bay again. I want to give a big shout out to the owner for welcoming me and for the delightful conversation

Parking: Just remember this is in a grocery store strip mall type of situation so the parking is going to reflect that

Kid-friendliness: I would say it's okay to bring kids for meals but it looks like it would be a busy adult place at night

Wheelchair accessibility: There's enough room at the front door to be able to get a chair through That organiz“

“Remodel looks great , staff is amazing“

“Great and fun atmosphere people are always friendly and the staff is amazing“

“I came in a couple of weeks ago. I usually head to the side bar and order from Delaney, Sam, or Juli depending on who’s working that night. All three are phenomenal bartenders, and honestly I should’ve just waited for my usual girls.

Since the side bar wasn’t open yet, I went to the main bar. The pink-haired bartender immediately came across as rude with her facial expressions, usually she atleast greets people with a smile. It felt like I was inconveniencing her just by walking up to order a drink. She ignored me while helping others.

Another bartender with black hair red highlights was taking care of guests, and everyone around me seemed happy with her service. I figured I’d be next, but then another bartender stepped in to help with the small rush, her name is Alex. I appreciated that she was trying to jump in and help—until she greeted me with, “What ya want?”

I ordered a Tito’s screwdriver. She appeared to understand, but then turned to another bartender and asked what was in a screwdriver. It’s a pretty basic drink, so that surprised me. She ended up making it with well vodka instead of Tito’s and charged me accordingly. When I tried to clarify my order, she snatched my card out of my hand and completely ignored what I was trying to say.

After that interaction, I chose not to order from her again for the rest of the night. I waited until the side bar opened so I could order from my usual bartenders instead.

While I was waiting, I couldn’t help but notice that Alex, the newer bartender with the reddish-brown hair, seemed unsure of what she was doing. I’m pretty sure she started there about 3-4 months ago. She spent long periods of time on her phone or standing around while the other bartenders handled customers. When the bar got busy, instead of jumping in to help, she started cleaning around midnight while the other bartenders were still serving guests.

The County Line Saloon has built a great reputation because of bartenders like Delaney, Sam, and Juli, who consistently provide excellent service. That’s why this experience stood out so much. I understand everyone has off days, and I’m willing to give people grace. But the service I received that night was disappointing enough that I’ll be sticking with the side bar whenever possible.

I’ll definitely be back because I genuinely enjoy The County Line Saloon and appreciate the amazing bartenders who usually make every visit a great experience. I just hope the consistency in service improves at the main bar.“

“Awesome restaurant right across the street from the beach! Mr. Brock was attentive and friendly! Food was amazing! The Mahi Reuben sandwich was grilled to perfection! Absolutely delicious! Will definitely be back! Thank you Mr. Brock for fast and friendly service! Will definitely be back!“

“Flavor and food quality is outstanding!“

“I almost didn't come here because of several reviews describing poor treatment of patrons. I decided to try anyways because some bands were playing that I really wanted to see and a local friend said they liked this place. I'm glad I did, had the total opposite experience to what the negative reviews described.

- Security personnel were very kind/friendly, respectful, and non-invasive.
- Bartenders were also super helpful, attentive, and offered quick service despite many customers.
- Many good draft and packaged beer options. Mixed drinks were made well and according to my special requests, all for reasonable prices.
- Very fun and intimate venue to see live music. Crowd was lovely and respectful of each other.

One staff told me that live shows there are good, but the crowd changes as it gets later on weekends. I left around 11 after the bands finished and could see what they meant, but still nothing but good energy from staff and other patrons while I was there. I got there at 6pm and even as it got later, everyone was chill. I feel the need to write such a detailed review to hopefully ease suspicions of others like me who may consider skipping a visit here to avoid the horrors described in other reviews. I look forward to coming back for other live shows in the future even though it's a bit far from home.

Additional notes as general FYI and to address concerns from other reviews:
- the place doesn't permit knives or guns. Keep them in the car. They do check IDs, so bring it. They ask to look in bags but aren't intrusive about it. If you follow the posted security rules you should be good there.
- I had no concerns about drinks being drugged. I watched the staff pour/make my drinks and I kept a close eye if I needed to set my drink down anywhere for a moment as I would in any bar. As with all bars, just be mindful and hold on to your stuff. Don't leave things unattended. Just a general rule to avoid issues, again I had 0 worries about this place in particular.
- kept my tab open the whole time I was there. No overcharges. Check your receipt when you close out to flag any issues before you go. Again, just general advisory; the staff here were great and wouldn't suspect any foulplay.
-Just be kind/respectful to staff and other patrons and you should receive the same treatment in return. Anywhere and everywhere you go.

Bottom line: Despite other reviews that made the place sound shady, I had a great time here. It was very warm and welcoming with plenty of space to spread out and take a breather. Will definitely be back.“

“The food was great and It had great service. I totally recommend it 👌.“

“First time visiting Rooney's in Palm Bay, will not be our last. We had a party of about 15 on Friday, 10/9. We arrived at 5:30 and were able to be seated outside to listen to the band. The patio was almost full by the time we arrived. There was also plenty of seating inside to accommodate us if needed.

Our server, Brandi was prompt and very helpful keeping our tabs separate. The band was great, not too loud, we were able to talk to each other. I am looking forward to dining at Rooney's again.“

“Sorry, was our favorite place, but after this evening…things have changed. Told about 45 min wait. They were to call on our phone, and never called. After 1 hr, we asked greeting girls, who said they called us. No way, we were by dock, no loud people or music, phone on high and kept it in our hand. Told girls to try the number again, to show phone works, and she said she could not. And all this time of waiting, there were always one or two tables empty. Finally got seated, 1 1/2 hrs later, then told no Lolly Pop lamb chops available, which two people wanted. I wanted the chicken piccata that was no longer on the menu. So ordered and then waited about 45 min or so more to get our food. Waiter even apologized, why it was taking so long. But a two star for atmosphere. Was so disappointed tonight, kept telling my son how wonderful this place was. Not sure I would go back…sorry?“

“We read some negative reviews about this location but decided to give it a try anyway. We had amazing service and amazing food. We are not heavy drinkers so we asked for our drinks to be a little on the mild side and they were absolutely perfect! I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for good Beachside dining!“

“A staff is very nice. Vege burger was excellent“