How many health inspections has SUNSET CAFE GRILL & BAR had?

SUNSET CAFE GRILL & BAR has had 22 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has SUNSET CAFE GRILL & BAR ever been shut down?

Yes, SUNSET CAFE GRILL & BAR has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at SUNSET CAFE GRILL & BAR?

The most frequently cited violations at SUNSET CAFE GRILL & BAR are: Clean multi-use utensils, Employee health reporting, Proper sewage disposal.

What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?

TIME ABUSE: When time is used as a public health control (instead of temperature), food is allowed to remain in the temperature danger zone for a limited period. Without proper written procedures, documentation, and disposal protocols, food may be served after unsafe time periods. Bacteria reach dangerous levels after 4 hours at room temperature — causing Staphylococcal intoxication, Salmonellosis, and C. perfringens illness. If using time as a control: develop written procedures, mark food with discard time (4 hours from removal, or 6 hours if starting at 41°F and not exceeding 70°F), monitor and document. Food must be discarded at marked time — no exceptions. Staff must be trained on procedures. Time as control is NOT appropriate for all foods.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

What does Florida violation V45 (Floor maintenance) mean?

SANITATION CONCERN: Poorly maintained floors accumulate grease, food debris, and standing water that attract pests, promote mold growth, and create slip hazards. Floor-wall junctions in poor repair create pest harborage. Grease buildup on floors supports cockroach populations. Damaged floor surfaces cannot be effectively cleaned, creating persistent contamination. Floors must be smooth, durable, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable. Clean floors regularly throughout the day. Repair cracks, holes, and damaged areas promptly. Maintain floor-wall coving in food preparation areas. Eliminate standing water. Use proper cleaning techniques and approved cleaning agents. Provide adequate floor drainage.

SUNSET CAFE GRILL & BAR

500 W COCOA BCH CSWY, Cocoa Bch, FL 32931

Brevard County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: SOLANO ENTERPRISES INC · License: SEA1504756

SUNSET CAFE GRILL & BAR in Cocoa Bch, FL has 22 inspections on record with 149 total violations (6.8 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

22Inspections

149Violations

1Closures

Data current as of January 14, 2025

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for SUNSET CAFE GRILL & BAR
Date	Reason	Reopened
Sep 25, 2019	Roach & rodent activity	N/A

Inspection History (22)

Jan 14, 2025 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance

V51 Premises clean

Aug 29, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 28, 2024 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V21 Time as control

V24 Toxic substance control

V28 Water supply

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 22, 2024 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V32 Proper sanitizing

Jul 20, 2023 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V41 Toilet facilities

Jan 23, 2023 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

Sep 12, 2022 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Jan 19, 2022 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V28 Water supply

Jul 14, 2021 — Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Jan 13, 2021 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 18, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Nov 25, 2019 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sep 25, 2019 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Sep 25, 2019 — Routine - Food· 14 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V25 Allergen awareness

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Feb 11, 2019 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Aug 20, 2018 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V12 Shell stock requirements

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Mar 27, 2018 — Complaint Full· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Oct 24, 2017 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 17, 2017 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V38 Waste properly disposed

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 18, 2017 — Routine - Food· 18 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Dec 13, 2016 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 5, 2016 — Routine - Food· 16 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

How Does This Facility Compare?

SUNSET CAFE GRILL & BAR has had 1 emergency closures, compared to the Brevard County average of 0.13 closures per facility. It has averaged 6.8 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.53.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has SUNSET CAFE GRILL & BAR had?: SUNSET CAFE GRILL & BAR has had 22 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has SUNSET CAFE GRILL & BAR ever been shut down?: Yes, SUNSET CAFE GRILL & BAR has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at SUNSET CAFE GRILL & BAR?: The most frequently cited violations at SUNSET CAFE GRILL & BAR are: Clean multi-use utensils, Employee health reporting, Proper sewage disposal.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

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