Brevard County — Food Safety Records
Brevard County, Florida has 1347 food establishments with 29,218 inspections on record. 29 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 88.2%, above the state average of 85.8%. 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 Island Hotel of Space Coast in Merritt Island on October 23, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Brevard County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Brevard County
88.2%
Pass Rate
88.2%
Florida Average
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
Brevard County
5.9
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.9
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Brevard County
2.15
Closures per 100 Facilities
2.15
Florida Average
2
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
Brevard County Restaurants: Recent Closures (2)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Troy's | Cocoa | Rodent activity | |
| Apollo Diner | Melbourne | Rodent activity |
Brevard County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen | Barefoot Bay | 6 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| First Watch Restaurant #182 | Melbourne | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Cheddar's Casual Cafe INC | West Melbourne | 6 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Blaze Pizza #1321 | Melbourne | 2 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Tropical Smoothie Cafe | Melbourne | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Pizzavola Express | Rockledge | 5 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Ice Cream Hut Rockledge | Rockledge | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Hyatt Place Melbourne Airport | Melbourne | 3 | Warning Issued | |
| Taco Bell 02-23289 | West Melbourne | 2 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Island Grille | Melbourne | 8 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Brevard County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 270,197 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 226,231 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 205,272 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 198,329 |
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 180,125 |
Brevard County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Jul 15, 2026 | Bizzarro Pizza Company | $800 | 4--2026021870 |
| Jun 4, 2026 | Fiesta Azteca | $800 | 4--2026007494 |
| Sep 8, 2025 | Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront Resort | $800 | 4--2025059311 |
| Jan 14, 2026 | Ako Sushi and Seafood | $800 | 4--2025079503 |
| Jul 15, 2026 | Island Pancake House | $400 | 4--2026032094 |
| Mar 3, 2026 | Pelican's Bar & Grill Boardwalk Bar Riki Tiki Tavern | $400 | 4--2026009776 |
| Sep 18, 2025 | Jersey Mike's Subs | $400 | 4--2025065438 |
Brevard County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| 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
Las Monarcas Mexican Restaurant LLC
42 inspections
449 violations
6 closures
Thai Thai House
62 inspections
922 violations
4 closures
Steves Family Diner
38 inspections
552 violations
4 closures
Chow's Country Buffet
72 inspections
1572 violations
2 closures
Sand on the Beach
69 inspections
791 violations
2 closures
Dunkin
3 inspections
8 violations
Brevard County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 30 | 1,739 | 2 |
| McDonalds | 30 | 2,140 | 2 |
| Dunkin | 26 | 2,012 | 3 |
| Burger King | 13 | 2,119 | 5 |
| Taco Bell | 13 | 1,595 | 1 |
| Wendys | 11 | 1,456 | 4 |
| Jersey Mikes | 9 | 1,063 | 1 |
| Chipotle | 8 | 339 | 0 |
| Tropical Smoothie | 7 | 813 | 0 |
| Arbys | 7 | 558 | 0 |
Brevard County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Brevard County?
- Brevard County, Florida has 1347 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 85.8%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Brevard County this year?
- 29 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 2.4 percentage points above the state average of 85.8%. 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 21.7 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 $333,285 in fines across 842 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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Brevard County Restaurants & Food Establishments (1,341)
Grecian Garden Cafe
2955 PINEDA PLAZA WAY STE 118, Melbourne
30 inspections · 227 violations · Last: Jun 2026Original Bizzarro Famous New York Pizza
4 WAVECREST AVE, Indialantic
33 inspections · 227 violations · Last: Apr 2026Pho Viet Noodle House & Restaurant II
5275 BABCOCK ST NE STE 12, Palm Bay
28 inspections · 226 violations · Last: Apr 2026Long Doggers IV
4260 MINTOR ROAD, West Melbourne
26 inspections · 226 violations · Last: Jul 2026Too Cool Cafe
2051 S PATRICK DR, Indian Harbour Beach
26 inspections · 225 violations · Last: Aug 2026Key West Bar
2286 HWY A1A, Indian Harbour Beach
25 inspections · 225 violations · Last: Mar 2026Estampa Gaucha
1700 W NEW HAVEN AVE STE 285, Melbourne
26 inspections · 225 violations · Last: May 2026El Sabor De Mi Pueblo
1046 DIXON BLVD 128, Cocoa
18 inspections · 224 violations · Last: Mar 2026Causeway Diner
3712 N COURTENAY PKWY #102 & 104, Merritt Island
30 inspections · 224 violations · Last: Mar 2026Carrabba's Italian Grill
7620 N WICKHAM RD, Melbourne
30 inspections · 224 violations · Last: Feb 2026Asian Time Sushi & Grill
6365 N WICKHAM RD STE 107, Melbourne
26 inspections · 223 violations · Last: Feb 2026Sandbar Satellite
1246 HWY A1A, Satellite Beach
33 inspections · 222 violations · Last: Jul 2026New Hong Kong INC of Chen
198 BARTON BLVD, Rockledge
26 inspections · 222 violations · Last: May 2026Crush Xi
923 E NEW HAVE AVE, Melbourne
29 inspections · 222 violations · Last: May 2026Salsas Mexican Restaurant
5675 N ATLANTIC AVE STE 119-121, Cocoa Beach
30 inspections · 222 violations · Last: Aug 2026Antojitos Cafe Mi Tierra LLC
1118 LAKE DR, Cocoa
25 inspections · 221 violations · Last: Mar 2026Lou's Blues
3191 N HWY A1A, Indialantic
26 inspections · 221 violations · Last: Mar 2026Kentucky Fried Chicken # 68
4901 BABCOCK ST NE, Palm Bay
26 inspections · 221 violations · Last: Aug 2026Umami Restaurant and Sushi Bar
971 E EAU GALLIE BLVD STE F, Melbourne
33 inspections · 219 violations · Last: Apr 2026Ihop 36-258
2447 NORTH WICKHAM RD #144, Melbourne
35 inspections · 219 violations · Last: Jul 2026