Discovery Beach Cafe in Cocoa Beach
Last inspected:
300 Barlow Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931Discovery Beach Cafe in Cocoa Beach has accumulated 179 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.3 per visit. The facility was shut down in October 2020 for roach activity and quickly achieved compliance. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines. Top recurring violations include consumer advisory issues, proper ventilation, and employee health reporting.
Most recent closure: October 8, 2020 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Discovery Beach Cafe in Cocoa Beach: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
This Facility
5.3
violations / inspection
5.3 violations per inspection
Brevard County Avg
5.94
violations / inspection
5.94 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Brevard County Avg
0.16
closures / facility
0.16 county average
Discovery Beach Cafe in Cocoa Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)
Discovery Beach Cafe in Cocoa Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2020048597 | $800.00 | Oct 8, 2020 | Tampa | |
| 4--2019029413 | $200.00 | Feb 21, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2017018215 | $200.00 | Mar 6, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Discovery Beach Cafe in Cocoa Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— 8 inspections21 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Discovery Beach Cafe in Cocoa Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Discovery Beach Cafe in Cocoa Beach last inspected?
- Discovery Beach Cafe in Cocoa Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 18, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Discovery Beach Cafe in Cocoa Beach last shut down?
- Discovery Beach Cafe in Cocoa Beach was last shut down on October 8, 2020 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 Discovery Beach Cafe in Cocoa Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Discovery Beach Cafe in Cocoa Beach are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Discovery Beach Cafe in Cocoa Beach had?
- Discovery Beach Cafe in Cocoa Beach has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Discovery Beach Cafe in Cocoa Beach find?
- Discovery Beach Cafe in Cocoa Beach was most recently inspected on February 18, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Discovery Beach Cafe in Cocoa Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Discovery Beach Cafe in Cocoa Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Discovery Beach Cafe in Cocoa Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Discovery Beach Cafe in Cocoa Beach has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Discovery Beach Cafe in Cocoa Beach been fined?
- Discovery Beach Cafe in Cocoa Beach has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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