The Cocoa Beach Air Show returns this weekend, and several local restaurants are positioning themselves as ideal spots to watch the aerial performances while enjoying a meal. Squid Lips and Sunset Cafe, both overlooking the Banana River, are among the venues offering prime views of jets and aerobatic teams streaking across the sky. The event, which draws crowds to the shore, pairs perfectly with seaside dining at these oceanfront establishments. Coconuts on the Beach, located at 2 Minutemen Cswy., has long been a favorite for its casual fare and tropical cocktails. The restaurant serves fish tacos, seafood baskets, and hearty salads, with a lively bar and patio that cater to both visitors and locals. Just steps from the sand, Sandbar Sports Grill at 4301 Ocean Beach Blvd. offers a beach-bar atmosphere with cold drinks and shareable appetizers. Its open-air setup makes it a go-to for those seeking a casual meal amid the action. Longboards Tiki Beach Grille, situated at the Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront, delivers a tropical menu with burgers, coconut shrimp, and poke-style bowls. The restaurant’s location at 1550 N. Atlantic Ave. provides sweeping views of the Atlantic, enhancing the dining experience. Pier 62 Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar, set on the Cocoa Beach Pier at 401 Meade Ave., focuses on seafood and steaks with panoramic ocean views. Its polished coastal menu includes sushi rolls and hearty sandwiches, all served above the shoreline. Squid Lips, perched at 2200 S. Orlando Ave., offers a unique vantage point over the Banana River. The restaurant’s waterfront setting allows diners to watch the air show while enjoying its menu of seafood and tropical dishes. With performances unfolding overhead and crowds gathering along the shore, these restaurants transform lunch and sunset cocktails into part of the spectacle. Patrons can expect a mix of casual and elevated dining options, all with unobstructed views of the skyward displays.