Banana River Cafe, located at 1301 S Patrick Dr, Satellite Beach, is a vibrant culinary gem that has redefined local dining under the skilled hands of Chef Emerson Krause. Hailing from a prestigious background, Chef Krause has revitalized this cozy cafe into a must-visit eatery. The interior is charming, setting the stage for a delightful experience.
Breakfast and lunch options receive rave reviews, especially dishes like the Bacon Sea Salt French Toast, which captivates with its perfect balance of crispiness and fluffiness. The Texan Potato Stack, laden with robust flavors from chorizo and fresh toppings, is equally exhilarating. Not to be overlooked, the dinner service, particularly during “Banana River Cafe After Dark” from Thursday to Saturday, showcases exquisite pasta dishes that have garnered enthusiastic praise.
Customer feedback is overwhelmingly positive, highlighting the cafe's friendly service and cozy atmosphere. Diners often rave about the attention to detail, whether it's the decadent red velvet cake to cap off a meal or the refreshing Caesar salad served with lemon herb butter. It's a place that feels like home while treating you to culinary delights that linger in your memory. Banana River Cafe is undoubtedly worth a visit—an experience that feels both special and familiar, making it a shining star in Satellite Beach.
Amenities and More
Service options
Outdoor seating
On-site services
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Fast service
Great coffee
Great tea selection
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Coffee
Comfort food
Healthy options
Quick bite
Small plates
Wine
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Groups
Tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Parking
Pets
Dogs allowed outside
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Reviews For Banana River Cafe
Attilio
Jun 24,2025
Very nice small restaurant took a little too long to bring out our food but is was good :D
Angely Mejias
Jun 21,2025
If you haven't been to Banana River Cafe After Dark you are definitely missing out! They only do it Thursday- Saturday from 5pm-9 pm. I tasted the pasta dishes and said "finally! Some delicious pasta dishes in our area!" The rolls with lemon herb butter is delicious as is the cesar salad. We sampled some bolognese and when I say it was an out of body experience it was! Lol! The chicken Piccata was so fresh lemony and the capers added a burst of flavor! The pork belly pasta was exquisite with sundried tomato and mushrooms! The service is excellent as usual so kind and friendly they truly make you feel at home! We also had some red velvet cake with a sauce on top it was the perfect dessert to finish off the meal! I definitely recommend coming to Banana River Cafe their breakfast/lunch is awesome that's for sure but dinner was an absolute treat!! Definitely recommend! Loved it and will be coming back soon!!!
Lexi Goza
Jun 18,2025
Second time here, definitely a hidden gem/local favorite. Super cute interior and all the food so delicious and fresh. Had eggs, bacon, biscuit, potatoes and it was the best I have had in this county on a minute. My girl had the potato stack and she cleaned her plate. Yum!
Silas O
Apr 13,2025
This place is a hidden gem! Great atmosphere, plenty of places to sit down, lots of options in the menu. Coffee tasted great! Had the greek omelette and added bacon! I can rank this on the top 10 omelettes I’ve ever had. Service was really good as well! I will definitely be coming back.
Big Boy Dining Out
Apr 11,2025
Banana River Cafe, 1301 S. Patrick Dr., Satellite Beach, FL 32937 5 Stars I swore four years ago I would never go back, yet here I am like fish from yesterfang in the parking lot of a restaurant that at one time (under previous ownership) was my number one breakfast place in Brevard County. After it was sold, it was turned into a joint that wallowed in bad food and even worse service. As I said, that was four years ago. I have since deleted that review. Now, I can say that it is safe to return to the water, but I get ahead of myself. What changed? The new owner/chef is a CIA graduate who did his externship at Michelin Star restaurant Gramercy Tavern in New York City. Emerson Krause turned down a position at the famed restaurant upon graduation to return home and bring Brevard a taste of things seldom sampled in this part of the Sunshine State. I can safely speak for all of my fellow Floridians on the Space Coast when I say, “Thank you, Emerson and welcome home!” After being seated at a delightfully decorated table (I love the paint scheme on the chairs), we were approached by a charming lady named Nicole. Nicole was outstanding in every way a service professional should be. I asked Nicole for an order of the Bacon Sea Salt French Toast, one Texan Potato Stack and a San Antonio Biscuit Bennie. Snapping a few quick pics of the warm environs, I sat back, soaked in the peaceable atmosphere and awaited Nicole’s return. The aromas were enticing to such a degree; it was all I could do to take some pictures before digging into the edible artwork before me. First to saunter across my palate was a taste of the Bacon Sea Salt French Toast. One taste and I was deep in Hog Heaven. That bacon! While I love “meat candy” more than almost any other animal flesh, that is not what set this order of the tried and true breakfast staple of French Toast apart. It was the bread and execution. This bread was fresh, thick and griddled to a delightful golden brown. The outside had just the right amount of crunch, while the inside was airy, fresh and wonderfully warm. I could eat this every day and never tire of it. Heaving a sad sigh of regret, I moved on to the next dish to be sampled, the Texan Potato Stack. Every Potato Stack is served with eggs over easy on herb roasted potatoes and topped with jack cheddar cheese sauce with your choice of toast or biscuit. The Texan came with added chorizo, onion, peppers, salsa, guacamole and sour cream. One bite and again, I was done. The flavors cascaded down my gullet like so many drops of gastronomical gratification. The last to dance across my taste buds this morning was the San Antonio Biscuit Bennie. I won’t bore you with any more details; suffice it to say that this was on par with the rest of the meal. Everything was cooked to perfection and the flavor combinations were unparalleled in a breakfast biscuit (if this still qualifies as such). The Big Boy says, “If it is breakfast or lunchtime, stop what you are doing and go there right now.”
Auguste
Apr 2,2025
Awesome little cafe with delicious food, a cozy atmosphere and very friendly staff. We were out riding around looking for a place to have breakfast and stumbled upon this cafe. I'm so glad that we did too. The cafe is very homey and cozy, the walls are decorated with art from local artists, yes the art work is for sale. If you are a vegetarian as I am you will be very pleased with the menu as it caters to everyone. Our meals were delicious and freshly prepared. Our server was the best! She was waiting on every table in the cafe and nobody wanted for anything.
Ka te
Mar 20,2025
Island mornings done right! We cruised over to Banana River Cafe for a breakfast that slaps harder than a sea breeze at high tide! The Southwestern Breakfast Burrito was, as always, a total flavor bomb —spicy, satisfying, and basically the Beyonce of breakfast wraps. Great food, island vibes, and full bellies a morning well spent. #BananaRiverCafe #BreakfastBliss #BurritoGoals #IslandEats #MorningsDoneRight
Gigi Ghibon-Elhenawy
Mar 13,2025
My daughter just flew in and we decided to take her to our favorite breakfast spot! She absolutely loved the breakfast bagels. I had not been inside before, typically my husband picks up our orders. Oh my goodness what a beautiful, relaxing cafe! The walls and plants are beautiful. I will definitely return often for an outdoor breakfast!! Amazing food and atmosphere, staff are incredibly friendly as well.
Reviews For Banana River Cafe