Brano's Italian Grill in Cocoa Beach
Last inspected:
3680 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931Brano's Italian Grill in Cocoa Beach has accumulated 412 violations across 45 inspections since 2022, averaging 9.2 violations per visit—notably above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility experienced three emergency closures on record and has faced persistent citations for employee health reporting, chemical storage, food contact surface sanitation, and consumer advisories. Recent inspection activity shows escalating enforcement pressure: a complaint inspection on January 22, 2026 resulted in 18 violations with no further action, followed by a December 1, 2025 routine inspection that yielded 22 violations and a warning, though a December 2, 2025 callback inspection showed compliance. The pattern of repeated violations across the same codes—particularly employee health policy, chemical storage, and food contact surfaces appearing on multiple inspections—indicates systemic compliance challenges.
Most recent closure: October 3, 2019 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Brano's Italian Grill in Cocoa Beach: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
This Facility
9.2
violations / inspection
9.2 violations per inspection
Brevard County Avg
5.94
violations / inspection
5.94 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Brevard County Avg
0.16
closures / facility
0.16 county average
Brano's Italian Grill in Cocoa Beach: Emergency Closure History (3)
Brano's Italian Grill in Cocoa Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)
Total fines on record: $1,400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025038806 | $200.00 | Apr 9, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2021014980 | $400.00 | Feb 11, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 4--2019051369 | $400.00 | Oct 3, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2017007458 | — | Jan 30, 2017 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2016017098 | $400.00 | Mar 31, 2016 | Fort Lauderdale |
Brano's Italian Grill in Cocoa Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
Unsecured propane tanks behind exterior covered bar. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Brano's Italian Grill in Cocoa Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (45)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 6 inspections35 violations · 27 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections24 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 7 inspections55 violations · 28 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 9 inspections86 violations · 43 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 20 violations (11 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
Brano's Italian Grill in Cocoa Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Brano's Italian Grill in Cocoa Beach last inspected?
- Brano's Italian Grill in Cocoa Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 22, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Brano's Italian Grill in Cocoa Beach last shut down?
- Brano's Italian Grill in Cocoa Beach was last shut down on October 3, 2019 for rodent 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 Brano's Italian Grill in Cocoa Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Brano's Italian Grill in Cocoa Beach are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Brano's Italian Grill in Cocoa Beach had?
- Brano's Italian Grill in Cocoa Beach has had 45 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Brano's Italian Grill in Cocoa Beach find?
- Brano's Italian Grill in Cocoa Beach was most recently inspected on January 22, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Brano's Italian Grill in Cocoa Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Brano's Italian Grill in Cocoa Beach has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- 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 Brano's Italian Grill in Cocoa Beach had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Brano's Italian Grill in Cocoa Beach has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Brano's Italian Grill in Cocoa Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Brano's Italian Grill in Cocoa Beach has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,400.00 in fines.
- How much has Brano's Italian Grill in Cocoa Beach been fined?
- Brano's Italian Grill in Cocoa Beach has been fined a total of $1,400.00 across 5 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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