CRYDERMANS BARBECUE
No asterisks on CRYDERMANS BARBECUE: an A kitchen at 96/100, 4.7 stars across 1,515 reviews. The food and the inspection agree.
It ranks safer than 62% of Brevard County restaurants we grade. The last inspection (February 26, 2026) noted just 1 intermediate and 1 basic violations. Menus here flag options for dairy-free, keto, and paleo diners.
A · 96/100 · safer than 62% of Brevard County
Get directions Call (321) 877-0796
Restaurant details
- Health grade
- A (96/100)
- Violations
- 2 total — 1 intermediate, 1 basic
- Address
- 401 FLORIDA AVE, Cocoa, FL
- Cuisine
- Other
- Categories
- Barbecue restaurant, Caterer
- Price
- $20–30
- Rating
- 4.7 stars (1515 reviews)
- Neighborhood
- Cocoa Village
- Seats
- 48
- Phone
- (321) 877-0796
- Website
- Official website
Community Rating
Reviews via GoogleWhat diners say — our read
This is what agreement looks like: high ratings, clean inspection. Where the staff comes up, the rating that follows averages 5.0, so it reads as a strength. What it costs follows at 25% of reviews, where ratings average 4.5.
22 of 24 rated reviews are four stars or higher; 2 are two or lower. More reviewers landed on 5 stars than any other score — 21 of 24. Serving size shows up in 17% of reviews as well, averaging 5.0.
The health record runs ahead of the reviews. The last DBPR inspection returned an A (96/100) with 1 intermediate and 1 basic violations. That result dates from February 26, 2026. Its inspection trajectory is upward over the records we hold. On health score it sits safer than 62% of the Brevard County restaurants we grade. What the inspector actually wrote up: dishwashing facilities and handwash sinks accessible.
Both measures agree, which is the least complicated version of this page. The underlying reviews are reproduced in full underneath.
Our own analysis of 24 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →
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Texas style brisket always great... but not cheap... pork is always fresh and not dry... ribs are wonderful, but to sugary for me... would love to see some dry rub only ribs. Best bbq for 100 miles
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BBQ for the win! Very good, tender with excellent consistency on the brisket. The beef brat was delicious, and two thumbs 👍🏻 up on the Cole slaw! Coke products, outdoor seating only but it’s covered and there’s a fan.
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As a Texan living in Florida, this place reminds me of home. The brisket was fork tender with a dark crust and smoke flavored throughout. The beef sausage link was excellent. I will come back here everytime we are in the area.
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I have but one regret in life: only now discovering Cryderman's. Seriously. Absolutely the best 'que on the Space Coast and Top 5 in FLA (according to Southern Living magazine and me). Every cut of meat (pork, brisket, ribs, sausage, turkey) is better than the one before it (although the smoked turkey holds a special place in my heart/stomach). Amazing classic BBQ sides and always a few specials as well (if they have the cream spinach, get the cream spinach). Dessert that will make you want to smack yo' grandma! Shady outside seating and great people (shout-out to Nick!). If you are craving BBQ and/or thinking about trying Cryderman's, stop pondering/considering and just go. But not too late, as they are open until it is gone. Don't be that person. Do not pass Go. Do not collect $200. Just go to Cryderman's ASAP.
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I dream about the Texas two step. I only get it about 2x a year, but when I start thinking about it... it's time to go back.
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You made me a believer in brisket again. Amazing food.
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Walked into the store with the best smells in the world, incredible customer service, and amazing food! Thank you!
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Save your money and make the shit at home
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I’m not exaggerating when I tell you this might have been some of the best BBQ (and service) I’ve ever had in my life. If you don’t believe me, just try the turkey and let me know if you know any other place that can make turkey taste this good. The brisket is insane too. I stopped here on a road trip after asking GPT to help me find a mom and pop BBQ place on my route, and I’m so glad it brought me here. If I wasn’t in a hurry, I would have stayed and hung out with the amazing staff all day. Kelly was so much fun to talk to, and she gave me the most delicious cookie in the world for the rest of my road trip. Truly loved this place and now have about 10 people planning on going there.
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Sehr lecker. Aber auch sehr teuer, wie wir finden...
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Fast, friendly service. Excellent food! Every member of my family tried something different and nobody had a single complaint. Reasonable prices. Plenty of outdoor seating space. Would definitely recommend!
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Been visiting Cocoa Village for years but never ate at Crydermans. Today we did! And so glad we did. The BBQ is excellent. The people who work there are very nice and the service is fine.
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My friends live nearby and they took me to this restaurant while I was visiting them. Food is good but not great, and quite pricey. I ordered a beef brisket sandwich and it came to nearly $30 with a soft drink, and no side order. Certainly not a good encouragement to return.
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Best tasting BBQ around.
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⭐️
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Visiting from Tennessee, where BBQ is king, and I will tell you, this place has it all. Highly recommend!
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Absolutely 10 out of 10. Crydermans Barbecue was honestly one of the best meals I’ve had in a long time. Every bite was packed with smoky, rich flavor, and the brisket was so tender it practically melted in my mouth. Everything was cooked perfectly, seasoned just right, and left me wanting more. If you’re looking for amazing barbecue that actually lives up to the hype, Crydermans absolutely delivers.
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Crydermans Barbecue in Cocoa Village is a must-visit if you’re looking for amazing barbecue. The service is outstanding—the staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and even let us sample some of the meats before ordering, which was a great touch. The food is absolutely delicious, with tender, flavorful meats and generous portions. For the quality and amount of food you get, the prices are very reasonable. Everything we tried was excellent, and it’s easy to see why this place is so popular. Highly recommend stopping by if you’re in Cocoa Village!
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Welcoming staff, outdoor accommodations (to bring your dog), fast service, large portions with flavorful options. Order inside and grab a seat outside in the shade. Picnic tables and music all around. Back yard bbq set up at its best.
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Best BBQ on the Space Coast!
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Closest thing to delicious Texas style BBQ I’ve had in Florida so far. Great value for what you get in my opinion.
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I used to go to the one that was in downtown Melbourne before it closed, but it's the same company in the same brisket. I can only speak on the brisket cuz that's all I care about. For health reasons I am gluten-free, dairy-free, and processed corn-free. So unfortunately I can't have their barbecue sauce as it has high fructose corn syrup, but I have my own that I use when I get takeout from here. This was my first barbecue experience that opened my eyes to the true wonders of BBQ culture. I will always recommend and pay homage to Crydermans, just wish they used a better more natural sugar in their BBQ sauce recipe.
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I have searched high and low for a BBQ place that rivals Texas BBQs you see on TV, but I'm always left disappointed. That was absolutely not the case with Crydermans. I unfortunately do not have photos to share despite my intention to take one due to being 3 meats deep and half a barbecue sauce before I remembered. The billion dollar baby back Ribs practically fell off the bone and, after a quick mental comparison of all the baby back Ribs I've had in the past, I believe this title is well deserved. The sausage links had a nice bite like you expect with a good BBQ. Brisket was juicy and melt in your mouth. Spare Ribs were excellent and move over Thanksgiving turkey, I would rather come here for the juiciest, most flavorful turkey I've ever had. I will be honest, I tried the sweet barbecue sauce and forgot to try any others because I was so pleasantly surprised, I knew I found my new favorite. I don't know how they do it, but it's not too sweet and has no harsh undertones like you find in other sweet barbecue sauces. It paired perfectly with Ribs and brisket. The mac and cheese was exactly what I like - large curly noodles and creamy cheese. The beans were unique and had a very homemade feel to them instead of some mass produced, overly BBQ undertone I usually see at the mediocre places. I was very pleasantly surprised with the cole slaw. Despite my initial confusion with only purple cabbage, it was not missing anything I crave with traditional cole slaw. At this point in my…
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If I could leave a 10 star review I would!! The absolute BEST BBQ!!! Outstanding customer service! Worth the money!
Overall Score
75 / 100
Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.
Opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 11 AM to 6:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 11 AM to 6:30 PM
- Thursday
- 11 AM to 6:30 PM
- Friday
- 11 AM to 6:30 PM
- Saturday
- 11 AM to 6:30 PM
- Sunday
- 11 AM to 6:30 PM
Inspection history
The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.
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February 26, 2026 · Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
0 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 1 basic
- 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
- 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
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October 15, 2025 · Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
1 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 2 basic
- 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
- 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
- 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
- 41 — Chemicals / toxic substances properly stored & used
This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →
Data last updated: February 26, 2026