Brevard County — Food Safety Records

Overview

Brevard County, Florida has 1412 food establishments with 29,707 inspections on record. 22 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 88.2%, above the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 5.9 violations per visit.

Most recent closure: Troy's in Cocoa, shut down July 23, 2026 for rodent activity.

Largest fine: $800 assessed to Fiesta Azteca in Melbourne on June 4, 2026.

Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.

1,412Facilities
29,707Inspections
22Closures 2026
88.2%Pass Rate
5.9Avg Violations

Brevard County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Brevard County 88.2% Pass Rate 88.2%
Florida Average 85.7% Pass Rate 85.7%
Brevard County 5.9 Avg Violations / Inspection 5.9
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Brevard County 1.56 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.56
Florida Average 1.96 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.96

Brevard County Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)

DateBusinessCityReason
Troy's CocoaRodent activity

Brevard County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessCityViolationsResult
Skewer's Indialantic4 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Suntree Country Club Melbourne2 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
McDonalds Corporation Palm Bay2 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Suntree Country Club Snack Bar Melbourne1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Panda Express Restaurant #1638 Titusville4 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Denny's #7374 Titusville0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Crowne Plaza Melbourne13 (5 high) Administrative complaint recommended
Suntree Country Club Melbourne6 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Asian Gourmet Melbourne0 Emergency Order Callback Complied
Asian Time Sushi & Grill Melbourne7 Warning Issued

Brevard County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Brevard County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

844Actions on Record
$333,685Total Fines
$408Avg Fine
$3,360Largest Fine
455Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Jun 4, 2026 Fiesta Azteca $800 4--2026007494
Jul 15, 2026 Bizzarro Pizza Company $800 4--2026021870
Oct 23, 2025 Island Hotel of Space Coast $800 4--2025050528
Dec 11, 2025 Gators Dockside $800 4--2025065565
Feb 26, 2026 Thai Thai Restaurant $800 4--2025078193
Jan 14, 2026 Ako Sushi and Seafood $800 4--2025079503
Oct 27, 2025 China Moon Lin LLC $400 4--2025072119
Nov 18, 2025 Shack Riverfront $400 4--2025070734
Jun 2, 2026 Cold Stone Creamery $400 4--2026034495
Oct 29, 2025 Royal Sushi $400 4--2025070583

Brevard County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

664Fire Violations
343Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Fire extinguisher in red zone 248
Other fire safety violation 160
Cooking without hood suppression 87
Exit blocked or locked 81
Propane tank stored inside building 47
Missing boiler certificate/report 40
Fire alarm/smoke detector issue 1

Brevard County: Notable Restaurants

Brevard County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Subway 30 1,747 2
McDonalds 30 2,151 2
Dunkin 26 2,030 3
Burger King 13 2,152 5
Taco Bell 13 1,603 1
Wendys 11 1,458 4
Jersey Mikes 9 1,071 1
Chipotle 8 341 0
Tropical Smoothie 7 818 0
Arbys 7 571 0

Brevard County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Brevard County?
Brevard County, Florida has 1412 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Brevard County?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Brevard County is 88.2%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Brevard County this year?
22 food establishments in Brevard County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Brevard County?
The most frequently cited violations in Brevard County are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Brevard County?
Subway has the most locations in Brevard County with 30 establishments.
What was the most recent restaurant closure in Brevard County?
Troy's in Cocoa was shut down on July 23, 2026 for rodent activity.
How does Brevard County compare to the Florida state average?
Brevard County has a pass rate of 88.2%, which is 2.5 percentage points above the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 5.9 compared to the state average of 4.68.
How often are restaurants inspected in Brevard County?
Food establishments in Brevard County have an average of 21 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Brevard County been assessed?
Food establishments in Brevard County have been assessed $333,685 in fines across 844 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $408 and the largest single fine was $3,360.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Brevard County restaurants?
664 fire safety violations have been documented across 343 food establishments in Brevard County. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.

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