How many restaurants are in Cocoa Beach?

Cocoa Beach, Florida has 138 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).

What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Cocoa Beach?

The current pass rate for food establishments in Cocoa Beach is 83.8%. The Florida state average is 86%.

How many restaurants were shut down in Cocoa Beach this year?

4 food establishments in Cocoa Beach have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.

What are the most common health violations in Cocoa Beach?

The most frequently cited violations in Cocoa Beach are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting.

Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Cocoa Beach?

Hilton has the most locations in Cocoa Beach with 2 establishments.

What was the most recent restaurant closure in Cocoa Beach?

Pizzavola Cb in Cocoa Beach was shut down on February 17, 2026 for sewage back up.

How does Cocoa Beach compare to the Florida state average?

Cocoa Beach has a pass rate of 83.8%, which is 2.2 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 5 compared to the state average of 4.67.

How often are restaurants inspected in Cocoa Beach?

Food establishments in Cocoa Beach have an average of 19 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.

How much in fines have restaurants in Cocoa Beach been assessed?

Food establishments in Cocoa Beach have been assessed $41,735 in fines across 102 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $426 and the largest single fine was $2,240.

How many fire safety violations have been found in Cocoa Beach restaurants?

123 fire safety violations have been documented across 52 food establishments in Cocoa Beach. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.

Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Cocoa Beach inspected?

Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Cocoa Beach, Florida has 24 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 34 inspections on record.

Cocoa Beach — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Name: Cocoa Beach Food Safety Inspection Records
Creator: Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation
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Overview

Cocoa Beach, Florida has 138 food establishments with 2,623 inspections on record. 4 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 83.8%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 5 violations per visit.

Most recent closure: Pizzavola Cb in Cocoa Beach, shut down February 17, 2026 for sewage back up.

Largest fine: $800 assessed to Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront Resort in Cocoa Beach on September 8, 2025.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

138Facilities

2,622Total Inspections

4Closures 2026

83.8%Pass Rate

5Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

Business	Inspections	Violations	Closures
Brano's Italian Grill	45	412	3
Mimmos Pizzeria & Ristorante of Cocoa Beach	28	210	3
Pita Paradise	58	586	2
Shark Pit Bar and Grill	34	272	2
Ludz Foodie Grill	39	185	2

Cocoa Beach Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Cocoa Beach 83.8% Pass Rate 83.8%

Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%

Cocoa Beach 5 Avg Violations / Inspection 5

Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7

Cocoa Beach 2.9 Closures per 100 Facilities 2.9

Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Cocoa Beach Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)

Date	Business	Reason
Feb 17, 2026	Pizzavola Cb	Sewage back up

Cocoa Beach Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

Date	Business	Violations	Result
May 8	El Buzo Peruvian Cuisine	5 (1 high)	Inspection Completed - No Further Action
May 6	Dirty Birds Tiki Bar & Grill	0	Call Back - Complied
May 5	Holiday Inn Express Food Servi	8 (3 high)	Warning Issued
May 5	Squid Lips	15 (4 high)	Warning Issued
May 5	Dirty Birds Tiki Bar & Grill	1 (1 high)	Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
May 1	Dirty Birds Tiki Bar & Grill	19 (5 high)	Warning Issued
Apr 30	Mom & Pops Bar and Grill	4	Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Apr 30	Just Peters INC	3	Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Apr 27	Pelican's Bar & Grill Boardwalk Bar Riki Tiki Tavern	0	Call Back - Complied
Apr 27	Pig and Whistle	0	Call Back - Complied

Cocoa Beach Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Code	Violation	Citations
22	Consumer advisory	26,573
08	Proper hand/arm washing	21,161
03	Employee health reporting	19,670
14	Food contact surfaces	16,984
29	Proper sewage disposal	15,291

Cocoa Beach Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

102Actions on Record

$41,735Total Fines

$426Avg Fine

$2,240Largest Fine

41Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

Date	Business	Fine	Case
Sep 8, 2025	Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront Resort	$800	4--2025059311
Jun 9, 2025	Florida's Seafood Bar and Grill	$600	4--2025038720
Nov 13, 2025	Mimmos Pizzeria & Ristorante of Cocoa Beach	$400	4--2025045638
Jul 14, 2025	Cocoa Beach Ale House	$400	4--2025007229
Oct 6, 2025	Cocoa Beach Ale House	$400	4--2025032780
Mar 3, 2026	Pelican's Bar & Grill Boardwalk Bar Riki Tiki Tavern	$400	4--2026009776
Mar 25, 2026	Pizzavola Cb	$400	4--2026012312
Feb 12, 2026	Beachside Hotel and Suites	$400	4--2026006428
Jul 11, 2025	Pita Paradise	$250	4--2025031598
Mar 3, 2026	Dennys #7952	$200	4--2025074412

Cocoa Beach Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

123Fire Violations

52Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

Issue	Citations
Fire extinguisher in red zone	44
Other fire safety violation	24
Cooking without hood suppression	17
Propane tank stored inside building	13
Exit blocked or locked	13
Missing boiler certificate/report	11
Fire alarm/smoke detector issue	1

Cocoa Beach Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Cocoa Beach has 24 FDACS-regulated facilities with 34 inspections on record.

24Retail Facilities

34FDACS Inspections

Cocoa Beach FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

Code	Violation	Citations
2-501.11	Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when	10
2-102.11(C)(2)-(3)	Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing	6
6-202.14	Toilet room located inside the food establishment not completely enclosed or not	3
6-301.14	Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all	3
3-501.16(A)(2)	Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below	2

Browse all FDACS violation codes →

Cocoa Beach Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

Chain	Locations	Stop-Sale Orders	Citations
Dollar Tree	1	9	1,084
Publix	1	30	875
Dollar General	1	57	2,871
Foxtail Coffee	1	2	112
Walgreens	1	1	743

All Florida retail food chains →

About FDACS Retail Food Inspections →

Cocoa Beach: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

Chain	Locations	Violations	Closures
Hilton	2	427	1
Subway	2	98	0
Best Western	2	112	0
Dunkin	2	191	0
Courtyard by Marriott	1	135	0
Jimmy Johns	1	32	0
Jersey Mikes	1	66	0
Pizza Hut	1	50	0
Wingstop	1	25	0
Dennys	1	286	0

Cocoa Beach Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Cocoa Beach?: Cocoa Beach, Florida has 138 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Cocoa Beach?: The current pass rate for food establishments in Cocoa Beach is 83.8%. The Florida state average is 86%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Cocoa Beach this year?: 4 food establishments in Cocoa Beach have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Cocoa Beach?: The most frequently cited violations in Cocoa Beach are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Cocoa Beach?: Hilton has the most locations in Cocoa Beach with 2 establishments.
What was the most recent restaurant closure in Cocoa Beach?: Pizzavola Cb in Cocoa Beach was shut down on February 17, 2026 for sewage back up.
How does Cocoa Beach compare to the Florida state average?: Cocoa Beach has a pass rate of 83.8%, which is 2.2 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 5 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Cocoa Beach?: Food establishments in Cocoa Beach have an average of 19 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Cocoa Beach been assessed?: Food establishments in Cocoa Beach have been assessed $41,735 in fines across 102 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $426 and the largest single fine was $2,240.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Cocoa Beach restaurants?: 123 fire safety violations have been documented across 52 food establishments in Cocoa Beach. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Cocoa Beach inspected?: Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Cocoa Beach, Florida has 24 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 34 inspections on record.

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