Vero Beach Meal Suggestions

[justadreamaway77]

I'm looking for restaurant suggestions around Vero Beach. We love seafood and will probably want it for every meal.

 

[bobbiwoz]

Ocean Grill, Squid Lips, and Captain Hiram’s are often mentioned. We haven’t been in a few years, so will look to see what others say here. Of these we like Captain Hiram’s the most.

 

[Ralph&Pam]

Ocean Grill, Squid Lips, and Captain Hiram’s are often mentioned. We haven’t been in a few years, so will look to see what others say here. Of these we like Captain Hiram’s the most.

We’re Ocean Grill fans. DW doesn’t do seafood, so the Ocean Grill prime rib gets her nod while I enjoy one of the wide variety of seafood options, frequently the catch of the day.

 

[Disneykate605]

I'm also looking for Vero beach restaurant suggestions. I don't eat seafood but my husband does sometimes so we would be looking for restaurants that have more than just seafood.

 

[lynnfitz]

We're going as well for the first time this August-looking for dining places as well! Suggestions for eating on the water (if it's not too hot), would also be appreciated. We like steak, burgers, chicken and some seafood. Thanks!

 

[RebelScum]

While not on the beach, we enjoy Taco Dive in Vero proper. Great inexpensive casual mexican

 

[nkosiek]

We ate at the Riverside Cafe last July. Sunset on the bay was nice. My kids have asked to go back this year. Staying an extra night so will be looking for something new myself.

 

[Maistre Gracey]

Please do yourself a favor… Do NOT visit Hiram’s for a meal. A drink at the bar while the band plays…. Fine.
Squid lips sucks as well, but there is a huge redo wrapping up.
Both places are tourist places. Locals do not eat there.

Where to eat??
In vero, as suggested, Ocean Grill is a favorite.
Also Bobby’s.
If you have a car and can drive, Yellow Dog Cafe, but that’s 1/2 hour north and more expensive than Ocean Grilll.

In Sebastian… as said avoid Hiram’s at all cost.
Hiram’s is on Indian River DRIVE (not to be confused with blvd in Vero). There are a few places in Indian River Drive that I can recommend, but depends on what you’re looking for and family make up.

ETA: I live nine minutes from the Vero resort

 

[Maistre Gracey]

Oh… forgot to mention CJ Cannon’s at the airport.
Fantastic little spot. Great menu and good food. Plus you get to overlook the airport.

 

[nkosiek]

Please do yourself a favor… Do NOT visit Hiram’s for a meal. A drink at the bar while the band plays…. Fine.
Squid lips sucks as well, but there is a huge redo wrapping up.
Both places are tourist places. Locals do not eat there.

Where to eat??
In vero, as suggested, Ocean Grill is a favorite.
Also Bobby’s.
If you have a car and can drive, Yellow Dog Cafe, but that’s 1/2 hour north and more expensive than Ocean Grilll.

In Sebastian… as said avoid Hiram’s at all cost.
Hiram’s is on Indian River DRIVE (not to be confused with blvd in Vero). There are a few places in Indian River Drive that I can recommend, but depends on what you’re looking for and family make up.

ETA: I live nine minutes from the Vero resort

Okay, seems you have the insider knowledge. Recommendations for both a dinner and possible breakfast spot to take a family of 4 consisting of two non-fussy adults, a moderately adventurous 9 year old and a 7year old that's a bit picky?

 

[Maistre Gracey]

Okay, seems you have the insider knowledge. Recommendations for both a dinner and possible breakfast spot to take a family of 4 consisting of two non-fussy adults, a moderately adventurous 9 year old and a 7year old that's a bit picky?

CJ Cannon’s. It overlooks the ramp & runway at Vero Beach airport.
They have a large menu, so I suspect everyone can find something.
Also the kids may enjoy watching the airplanes.

Note: they close after lunch on Sunday’s.
As with all places in the area, you will need a car.

 

[Cfabar1]

Cobalt, The Wave in Costa D'Este, Bobby's, Trattoria Dario are all great spots on the island. Other recommended spots that we have not gone to recently are the Polo Grille and Citron Bistro and Citrus Grille.

Michael's on 7th, Vincent's are all great in the "Miracle Mile"

Vero Prime is great in the Downtown Vero Beach area

Italian Grille and Casa Amigos are nice west of town

We may be in the minority but we really like Wind & Waves inside of the Disney's Vero Beach Hotel. We also love getting a drink and going to the trivia/games in the Green Cabin Room upstairs as well. Don't know if I would eat there every night on a week long vacation to VB, but we find it to be quite solid for Vero Beach dining options (which we find, generally speaking, overpriced and underwhelming).

In Vero Beach most of the well to do belong to a country club (or three) and use them as their primary dining venues.

 

[Maistre Gracey]

Cobalt, The Wave in Costa D'Este, Bobby's, Trattoria Dario are all great spots on the island. Other recommended spots that we have not gone to recently are the Polo Grille and Citron Bistro and Citrus Grille.

Michael's on 7th, Vincent's are all great in the "Miracle Mile"

Vero Prime is great in the Downtown Vero Beach area

Italian Grille and Casa Amigos are nice west of town

We may be in the minority but we really like Wind & Waves inside of the Disney's Vero Beach Hotel. We also love getting a drink and going to the trivia/games in the Green Cabin Room upstairs as well. Don't know if I would eat there every night on a week long vacation to VB, but we find it to be quite solid for Vero Beach dining options (which we find, generally speaking, overpriced and underwhelming).

In Vero Beach most of the well to do belong to a country club (or three) and use them as their primary dining venues.

Totally disagree with Vero Prime. Over priced for what it is.

Have been to Cobalt. Not impressed.

We love Bobby’s as well, but my rec was for a family with picky kids.

 

[Cfabar1]

Totally disagree with Vero Prime. Over priced for what it is.

Have been to Cobalt. Not impressed.

We love Bobby’s as well, but my rec was for a family with picky kids.

The thing about food and restaurants is that it is subjective to everyone. I'm not a fan of CJ Cannons which has poor quality food, but does have lovely ambiance and a nice view.

Also, as my previous post stated, we find dining in Vero to generally be overpriced and underwhelming, which seems to be your view on the restaurants above.

 

[Andiphil43]

I'm looking for restaurant suggestions around Vero Beach. We love seafood and will probably want it for every meal.

 

[Maistre Gracey]

The thing about food and restaurants is that it is subjective to everyone. I'm not a fan of CJ Cannons which has poor quality food, but does have lovely ambiance and a nice view.

Also, as my previous post stated, we find dining in Vero to generally be overpriced and underwhelming, which seems to be your view on the restaurants above.

Yup… you are the first I’ve ever heard to say that CJ’s has poor quality food.

 

[kmchisholm]

While it’s a bit north - I also recommend the Old Fish House. Fri - Sun they have a raw bar and in early May had the largest Oysters I’d ever seen. Sebastian Saltwater was also good and as someone else mentioned, Riverside Cafe.

 

[Cfabar1]

While it’s a bit north - I also recommend the Old Fish House. Fri - Sun they have a raw bar and in early May had the largest Oysters I’d ever seen. Sebastian Saltwater was also good and as someone else mentioned, Riverside Cafe.

I will have to check them out!

 

[Maistre Gracey]

The thing about food and restaurants is that it is subjective to everyone. I'm not a fan of CJ Cannons which has poor quality food, but does have lovely ambiance and a nice view.

Also, as my previous post stated, we find dining in Vero to generally be overpriced and underwhelming, which seems to be your view on the restaurants above.

I know it’s been a while for this, but how often did you visit CJ’s ??
We are local and dine there 2-3 times a week.
We know the staff very well, as well as the owner.

I’m sure she would be interested in your feedback.

 

[nkosiek]

CJ Cannon’s. It overlooks the ramp & runway at Vero Beach airport.
They have a large menu, so I suspect everyone can find something.
Also the kids may enjoy watching the airplanes.

Note: they close after lunch on Sunday’s.
As with all places in the area, you will need a car.

Okay, so the plan is to head down to this place in two weeks. Does meal time matter, like are they better at lunch or dinner? I suppose we could drive down for breakfast, but we won't be in town during a weekend, so Sunday brunch is out.