Brevard County's dining landscape saw modest changes in February, with two new eateries opening their doors and one longstanding grill shutting down. The developments occurred in Melbourne, Satellite Beach, and Cocoa, offering fresh options for breakfast and lunch while marking the end of a community favorite.
February brought a subdued yet notable shift to Brevard County's restaurant scene, featuring the debut of two new venues focused on morning meals and the closure of a familiar spot in Cocoa.
Mimosa’s Brunch opened at 6947 N. Wickham Road in Melbourne's Suntree area, occupying the former location of Niki’s Restaurant. The spot operates daily from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., emphasizing a modern brunch experience in a refreshed dining room. Its menu highlights traditional breakfast items such as pancakes, waffles, French toast, omelets, and eggs Benedict, alongside lunch choices like burgers, a veggie reuben, and a harvest salad. Diners can also customize mimosas, including non-alcoholic versions.
In Satellite Beach, Honey Pineapple launched at 1550 State Road A1A, transforming the previous Seaside Florida Grill space under the team from La Crepe de France. Open daily from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., it serves comforting breakfast and lunch dishes, including omelets, eggs Benedict, shrimp and grits, French toast, and pancakes. Heartier options feature a Pomodoro ham melt, honey-pineapple burger, and crispy chicken biscuit sandwich, complemented by specialty coffees, house-made juices, and seasonal mimosa specials.
On a somber note, Jabbers Hometown Grill at 4365 Grissom Parkway in Cocoa closed on February 15, 2026. The announcement came via an emotional social media post: "To our amazing customers and community, it is with heavy hearts that we share the news that Jabbers Hometown Grill will be closing its doors as of Sunday, February 15th 2026." Community members expressed support, with some urging the original owners to repurchase the business. Michael Abernathy responded, "We would consider it for the right price."
These updates reflect ongoing evolution in local dining, providing new daytime destinations amid the loss of a neighborhood staple.