Big Daddy J's 5 Great Things in Cocoa Beach
Last inspected:
3850 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931Big Daddy J's 5 Great Things in Cocoa Beach has been emergency-closed once for roach activity on July 26, 2021. Over 26 inspections since 2016, the facility averaged 4.9 violations per inspection, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been recurring, including employee health policy violations, improper cooking temperatures, consumer advisory failures, and shell stock requirement violations across multiple inspections. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. The most recent inspection on January 13, 2026 documented 12 violations (including high-priority violations for food contact surfaces, consumer advisory, and cooking temperatures) and was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: July 26, 2021 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Big Daddy J's 5 Great Things in Cocoa Beach: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
Big Daddy J's 5 Great Things in Cocoa Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)
Big Daddy J's 5 Great Things in Cocoa Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2021036768 | $400.00 | Jul 26, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Big Daddy J's 5 Great Things in Cocoa Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Big Daddy J's 5 Great Things in Cocoa Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Big Daddy J's 5 Great Things in Cocoa Beach last inspected?
- Big Daddy J's 5 Great Things in Cocoa Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 13, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Big Daddy J's 5 Great Things in Cocoa Beach last shut down?
- Big Daddy J's 5 Great Things in Cocoa Beach was last shut down on July 26, 2021 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Big Daddy J's 5 Great Things in Cocoa Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Big Daddy J's 5 Great Things in Cocoa Beach are: Consumer advisory, Proper cooking temps, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Big Daddy J's 5 Great Things in Cocoa Beach had?
- Big Daddy J's 5 Great Things in Cocoa Beach has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Big Daddy J's 5 Great Things in Cocoa Beach find?
- Big Daddy J's 5 Great Things in Cocoa Beach was most recently inspected on January 13, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Big Daddy J's 5 Great Things in Cocoa Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Big Daddy J's 5 Great Things in Cocoa Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Big Daddy J's 5 Great Things in Cocoa Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Big Daddy J's 5 Great Things in Cocoa Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Big Daddy J's 5 Great Things in Cocoa Beach been fined?
- Big Daddy J's 5 Great Things in Cocoa Beach has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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