Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk have been seen dining at eateries along Brevard County’s coast, according to multiple sightings reported by local residents. The Fat Snook in Indian Harbour Beach and The Coasters in Cocoa Beach are among the spots where celebrities have been spotted in recent months. Both restaurants are located within 15 miles of Cape Canaveral, a draw for visitors familiar with the area’s space industry connections.
The Fat Snook, a seafood-focused restaurant, has been frequented by out-of-town guests since opening in 2018. Staff members say the restaurant has seen an increase in high-profile visitors since 2023. A server at the restaurant confirmed that Bezos dined there in March, though the visit was not publicly announced. The Coasters, a casual dining spot in Cocoa Beach, has also reported celebrity sightings. Owner Mark Thompson said Musk visited in February for a private meal.
Both restaurants are within walking distance of the coast, a factor that appeals to tourists and locals alike. The Fat Snook’s menu features local catches like stone crabs and snook, while The Coasters serves burgers and sandwiches with a focus on fresh ingredients. Neither restaurant has a formal celebrity policy, but staff say they handle such visits discreetly.
Residents say the influx of high-profile diners has not changed the restaurants’ regular operations. “It’s business as usual,” said Sarah Mitchell, a waitress at The Coasters. “We don’t treat them any differently than anyone else.” The restaurants have not reported any significant changes in customer numbers or revenue since the celebrity sightings.
Local officials have not commented on the trend, but some residents say the attention highlights Brevard’s growing appeal beyond its space industry roots. The county’s tourism board did not respond to requests for comment about the impact of celebrity visits on local businesses.