48 Best Bars near Malabar

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

“Great atmosphere and affordable fun. Bella went above and beyond to make sure our party of 10 was well taken care of! Thank you Bella, we will be back!“

“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!!!🫶🏼🫶🏼“

“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!“

“Had an amazing time at Bayside Lounge. The service was outstanding, the bartender was incredibly helpful with the menu, and the conversation made the experience even better. The atmosphere was top-notch — definitely one of my favorite bars in Palm Bay.“

“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!!“

“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!“

“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!“

“Great being back last night at the famous Key West Bar (5 Star Dive Bar.!!) after an extended absence.
Kelly, James and Kat were so gracious to Yvette and I and it was great to see them all again
The service was excellent, as usual, great food and a totally fun scene with the great band Switch rocking the house. Miss you guys.“

“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.“

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

“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!!“

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

“Big crowd on karaoke night.“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“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!!“

“The venue is pretty cool. The bands that played were absolutely fabulous! The drinks are great and the food truck that was there was absolutely fabulous. But definitely wear sneakers. I was not prepared and found out that it's literally like a backyard that someone just dug a tree up out of the back.“

“Great bartenders!! Great drinks.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 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!“

“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!“

“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“

“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!“

“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!"“

“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..“

“My wife and I go there occasionally and have a great time every time. The people and the workers are extremely friendly. Anytime that we have gone there we have never any trouble. I was so glad to be there in the beginning of March of 2026. I was the only one sitting close enough to this man that look like a human skeleton. I heard him say help me, help me, I asked him how can I help him and he told me that his name was the same as mine, Richard and he was going to die. He said call 911 and I did. Fortunately they got their very quickly and revived this man and took him away by ambulance. Good things happen at Ziggy's. I can't help to tell you the whole story that night. What I say some people may not think so funny, I did. When the police got there, there was a woman officer and a man. I'm not sure what they feed the Palm Bay Police, they're huge. The man officer asked Richard, did you do any drugs and he didn't answer.
At this point the man was almost completely laying on the bench, then he asked Richard, did you drink? Richard said, a pint of vodka, I told the officer I didn't know anything about that. To be honest, if I was this man, I would have done the same thing he did, forget the food and get the pint of vodka. 😁
I didn't want to delete this post, because it is different, a good friend of mine mentioned though, how is seeing a human skeleton good things? He definitely has a point. What I was after is you never know what you're going to see there.“

“Good food good people good football“

“super friendly people and always a great time!“

“Wonderful food. Great atmosphere and authentic“

“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.“

“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 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“

“Great casual place with a hometown bar feel. Had the beef on weck and as someone from western NY was pleased that they got it right! Food was great age our server who was also from WNY was so nice and friendly. Will be added to my list of regular spots. Looking forward to getting there to see some live music!“

“Remodel looks great , staff is amazing“

“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 did not eat here. My friends and I stopped in to grab a drink and play pool. We had a blast. Staff was nice. My fave thing about this place is the adult vending machine in the back. There are so many options to choose from. Bathrooms were clean. No line to get in but we also went pretty early.“

“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 👌.“

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

“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“