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Cocoa Village will soon lose a longtime dining spot as owners retire

A popular Cocoa Village restaurant is preparing to pour its final drinks and serve its last meals this week. Tin Whiskey Southern Kitchen & Still announced on its Facebook page that it will be closing on Nov. 14, citing the owners' retirement after years in the restaurant business. The post thanked customers, employees and the Cocoa Village community for their support throughout the years. "Thank you for supporting Murdock's for more than two decades. Thank you for embracing Tin Whiskey from the very beginning. Your friendship, loyalty, and love have meant more to us that words can ever express," the post said. "We hope you will join us this week, especially on Saturday, to share a few more laughs, raise a glass and celebrate all of the wonderful years we've had together." The owners said retirement played a major role in the decision to close, marking the end of a chapter that spans decades. The restaurant, located at 3 Forrest Ave. in Cocoa, has become a familiar gathering spot for residents and visitors alike, known for its Southern-inspired menu, live music, large patio and relaxed atmosphere in the heart of the historic district. From Murdock's to Tin Whiskey The restaurant's

Cocoa, FL · 3d

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Since 1983, Hungry Drivers Have Pulled Off The Road For Rock Shrimp And Corn Fritters At Dixie Crossroads In Titusville

Some road trips change direction because of a billboard, and on Florida’s Space Coast, that detour often ends at one big, busy seafood house in Titusville. Families have been planning stops here for decades, and some people talk about it for years before they finally sit down at a table.

Titusville, FL · 5d

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Few Visitors Ever Ride The Old Steam Train Through The Pines At Fort Christmas Near Orlando

East of Orlando, past the theme park billboards and highway traffic, there is a small town with a name that sounds like a holiday card. Most people speed by it on their way to the coast. They miss a timber fort, a row of pioneer homes, and a schoolhouse with...

Orlando, FL · 2d

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Volusia County, Florida, Restaurants With the Most Health Violations in October 2026

A Mexican restaurant in Ormond Beach topped the supplied October inspection list with 42 violations, while four Volusia County restaurants were temporarily closed. Across the county, 145 of the 216 restaurants inspected passed on their first visit, while 71 did not initially meet standards, according to the recent inspection reports.

Volusia County, FL · 3d

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Changes in Latitudes bring fresh face to Port St. John eatery. Review

You can tell that its proprietors really want to make a go of Latitudes Grill and Oyster Bar. What formerly was a pretty dismal exterior is considerably brighter, with a new sign, a good few coats of paint and one of the most congenial and competent cooks in the area, Jamey Thompson. Smart move, hiring Jamey. Anyway, the dining room at the Port St. John eatery is substantially different, with most of the old paneling and paint gone with work clearly ongoing, and a sandwich bar installed. The waterfront part seems to be in the process of rehabilitation in bits, a pretty good way to do it at the time of our visit, which was a rainy one. That’s why you won’t find dock pictures in the photos that accompany this. But Latitudes, like its predecessor in its location, remains a seafood restaurant, and it doesn’t do too badly at delivering it. Its menu shows an admirable array of shell- and other fish in various forms at reasonable prices; tangerine ahi is $20; Mussels Luciano, which features a saffron cream sauce, cost the same. There are burgers, shrimp burgers and mahi BLTs, plus poke bowls and “bombs” served in bread

Port St John, FL · 1d

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Florida Inspectors Shut 15 Restaurants From Orlando to Tampa Bay in One Week over Roaches, Sewage and Unsafe Storage

Florida inspectors temporarily shut 15 restaurants, food trucks and food businesses from Orlando and Ormond Beach to Tampa Bay during the week of Oct. 19 to 25, citing live roaches, rodent droppings, raw sewage and unsafe food storage, according to state records summarized by News 6 ClickOrlando. Nine of the...

Orlando, FL · 3d

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Flooding threatens horses, therapy programs at Harmony Farms in Cocoa

COCOA, Fla. – Floodwater has inundated Harmony Farms in Cocoa, forcing staff and volunteers to use a boat and donated boots to reach the horses and raising concerns about damage to the farm’s equine therapy program. Executive Director Janine Allen said the property was dry as recently as...

Cocoa, FL · 2d

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Q's Crackin' Crab & Seafood Kitchen Opens in New Location

COCOA BEACH, FL – Q's Crackin' Crab & Seafood Kitchen is now open at 142 N. Atlantic Ave., Cocoa Beach, FL 32931, in a new location near the beach and port traffic. Owner Quinisha Bredwood opened the restaurant's original brick-and-mortar space in July 2020 and has now moved to their new location.

Cocoa Beach, FL · 2d

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Boil water notice for Seminole County, temporarily closes Sanford Chick-fil-A

Some Seminole County residents were placed on a precautionary boil water advisory on Monday, Nov. 9, 2026. Notices were sent after reports of system/pressure issues and contractor damage to the plant's water distribution system. A Chick-fil-A in the region was affected, causing the restaurant to temporarily close. Sanford - Seminole...

Seminole County, FL · 2d

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150-mile garage sale returns Nov. 21

Get ready to shop, sell and explore Florida’s scenic east coast as the Super Scenic 150 Mile Garage Sale returns Saturday, Nov. 21, for its 18th year. Organized by the Friends of A1A Scenic & Historic Coastal Byway, Inc., the popular annual event brings thousands of bargain hunters to participating homes, businesses and community locations stretching from Fernandina Beach to Ponce Inlet.

Flagler County, FL · 16h

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Cocoa Beach restaurant announces Nov. 21 closing date

COA, th e Cocoa Beach restaurant linked to a Backstreet Boys singer, has announced it will close its doors on Nov. 21, ending a run of about a year and a half in business. Located at The Surf condominiums at 65 N. Atlantic Ave., the restaurant announced on social media that it will cease operations later this month. "We are so grateful to everyone who has supported us and helped make COA such a special place," the post said. "Thank you to our incredible staff and the community for all the love, support and memories along the way." The closure comes roughly 18 months after COA opened, adding to a growing list of recent restaurant changes on the Space Coast. The restaurant focused on contemporary American cuisine inspired by global flavors and culinary techniques, while the lounge offered a Mediterranean-inspired Florida atmosphere centered on craft cocktails. The restaurant was one of the commercial components of The Surf, an oceanfront mixed-use development that counts Backstreet Boys singer and Cocoa Beach native Howie Dorough among its partners. Amber Olesen is FLORIDA TODAY's food and dining reporter. Reach her at aolesen@floridatoday.com. This article originally appeared on Florida Today: Cocoa Beach restaurant announces Nov.

Cocoa Beach, FL · 2d

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Beloved Cocoa Beach neighborhood bar Tiny Tavern announces closure

A longtime Cocoa Beach neighborhood bar is preparing to pour its last drink, bringing an end to a gathering spot that has been a fixture in the community for decades. The Tiny Tavern , a little neighborhood bar at 201 Taft Ave., announced on social media that it will close Jan. 5, 2027. "Over the years, we have poured our hearts into making this little neighborhood bar something special," owner Heidi Vargus wrote. "Let’s fill these final weeks with live music, karaoke, laughter, hugs, good friends, and all the things that have made The Tiny Tavern such a beloved neighborhood gathering place." Tucked away in a quiet residential neighborhood, the Tiny Tavern built a loyal following despite its modest size. The pint-sized bar became known for its friendly bartenders, welcoming atmosphere and regular crowd of locals who gathered for drinks, conversation and nightly entertainment. Amber Olesen is FLORIDA TODAY's food and dining reporter. Reach her at aolesen@floridatoday.com. This article originally appeared on Florida Today: Beloved Cocoa Beach neighborhood bar Tiny Tavern announces closure

Cocoa Beach, FL · 2d

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Snowbirds Driving South This Winter Will Find Seven Old Florida Fish Camps Still Serving Gator Tail

Some of the best meals in Florida are not found near the theme parks or the high-rise beach hotels. They are found at old fish camps on rivers, creeks, and lakes, where the menus still list frog legs, catfish, and fried gator tail. If you are heading south this winter,...

Fleming Island, FL · 2d

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Space Coast Holiday Events: Surfing Santas, Boat Parades, and Holiday Lights Return for 2026

From Christmas Eve surfing traditions in Cocoa Beach to illuminated zoo trails and waterfront boat parades, Florida’s Space Coast has several ways to celebrate the holiday season. The holiday season is bringing a full lineup of festive events to Florida’s Space Coast, with celebrations ranging from costumed surfers and...

Cocoa Beach, FL · 1d

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Toys 'R' Us opens new store in Oviedo Mall

OVIEDO, Fla. - Toys "R" Us has opened a new location at the Oviedo Mall as the toy retailer expands nationwide. The new 5,200-square-foot store, located in the mall's west wing near Auntie Anne's, will operate as a year-round store, according to mall officials. The Oviedo mall location will carry...

Oviedo, FL · 1d

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Seika Sushi To Open in Oviedo

Seika Sushi is preparing to open a restaurant at 167 E. Michell Hammock Road in Oviedo, according to records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). A plan review identifies the proposed restaurant at the address in Seminole County. The filing lists Bloomcrest LLC as the associated...

Oviedo, FL · 1d

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Animal cruelty could cost repeat offenders up to $7,500 in Orange City

Orange City council passed new rules increasing fines for animal cruelty, neglect, and abandonment up to $7,500.

Orange City, FL · 21h

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Hundreds turn out to celebrate veteran who turns 100 on Veterans Day

GRANT-VALKARIA, Fla. — The Italian Fisherman off U.S. Highway 1 in Grant-Valkaria was the site of a double celebration on Wednesday, its regular tribute for veterans and a 100th birthday celebration on Veterans Day for a Brevard County man who served the country in World War II. The restaurant...

Grant-Valkaria, FL · 1d