Acai Express Cafe in Cocoa Beach
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19 N Orlando Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931ACAI EXPRESS CAFE in Cocoa Beach has a substantial violation record and faces escalating enforcement action. Across 24 inspections since 2016, the facility accumulated 115 total violations—averaging 4.8 per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2—but recent inspections show a sharp deterioration. In the past 12 months, high-priority violations have appeared in nearly every inspection, including recurring handwashing procedure failures, improper food temperature control, allergen awareness deficiencies, and food condition violations. The most recent three inspections (October 2, September 24, and July 24, 2025) each resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation disposition, indicating the state has escalated enforcement beyond routine inspections. The September 24 inspection cited a high-priority violation; the July 24 inspection documented 18 violations including multiple high-priority findings related to food safety and allergen management. The facility has not been emergency-closed.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Acai Express Cafe in Cocoa Beach: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
Acai Express Cafe in Cocoa Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections9 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 5 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections16 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
Acai Express Cafe in Cocoa Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Acai Express Cafe in Cocoa Beach last inspected?
- Acai Express Cafe in Cocoa Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 7, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Acai Express Cafe in Cocoa Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Acai Express Cafe in Cocoa Beach are: Outer openings protected, Proper sewage disposal, Food in good condition.
- How many health inspections has Acai Express Cafe in Cocoa Beach had?
- Acai Express Cafe in Cocoa Beach has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Acai Express Cafe in Cocoa Beach find?
- Acai Express Cafe in Cocoa Beach was most recently inspected on August 7, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Acai Express Cafe in Cocoa Beach ever been shut down?
- No, Acai Express Cafe in Cocoa Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
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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).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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