Right on the Cocoa Beach Pier, the Boardwalk Bar puts you directly over the Atlantic with some of the best ocean views in Brevard County. This is the natural gathering spot for visitors pre- or post-Kennedy Space Center, surfers coming in off the waves, and locals who want a cold drink with the sound of the surf below. The pier setting gives it a nautical energy that typical beach bars can’t replicate: you’re literally suspended over the water. Happy hour specials, cold beer, and a relaxed atmosphere make it an essential Cocoa Beach stop. Ask for a spot on the outer rail and watch the pelicans work the waves.
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