Squid Lips in Cocoa Beach
Last inspected:
2200 S Orlando Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931Squid Lips in Cocoa Beach has accumulated 384 violations across 38 inspections since 2016, averaging 10.1 per visit. The seafood restaurant was shut down once for rodent and fly activity. Fire inspections documented propane tanks stored inside the building and heavily soiled walls and ceiling behind the char grill from grease-laden cooking vapors, violations that persisted across follow-up inspections in 2022. The facility has faced 4 disciplinary actions totaling $1,760 in fines.
Most recent closure: December 15, 2022 for rodent & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Squid Lips in Cocoa Beach: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
This Facility
10.2
violations / inspection
10.2 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
Squid Lips in Cocoa Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)
Squid Lips in Cocoa Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,760.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2022061551 | $800.00 | Dec 15, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 4--2021014781 | $160.00 | Feb 8, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2019009126 | $400.00 | Dec 19, 2018 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2018031062 | $400.00 | Apr 26, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Squid Lips in Cocoa Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 3 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
Multiple propane tanks in room between office and kitchen
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke causing heavily soiled walls and ceiling behind char grill. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection 2022-05-23: No change **Time Extended**
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke causing heavily soiled walls and ceiling behind char grill. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
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.
Squid Lips in Cocoa Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (39)
— 2 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— 3 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections27 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections52 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 22 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections30 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 5 inspections31 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections22 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 6 inspections38 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— 1 inspection14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Squid Lips in Cocoa Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Squid Lips in Cocoa Beach last inspected?
- Squid Lips in Cocoa Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 5, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- When was Squid Lips in Cocoa Beach last shut down?
- Squid Lips in Cocoa Beach was last shut down on December 15, 2022 for rodent & fly 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 Squid Lips in Cocoa Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Squid Lips in Cocoa Beach are: Food contact surfaces, Proper sewage disposal, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Squid Lips in Cocoa Beach had?
- Squid Lips in Cocoa Beach has had 39 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Squid Lips in Cocoa Beach find?
- Squid Lips in Cocoa Beach was most recently inspected on May 5, 2026 with 15 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Squid Lips in Cocoa Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Squid Lips in Cocoa Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- 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 V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- Has Squid Lips in Cocoa Beach had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Squid Lips in Cocoa Beach has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Squid Lips in Cocoa Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Squid Lips in Cocoa Beach has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,760.00 in fines.
- How much has Squid Lips in Cocoa Beach been fined?
- Squid Lips in Cocoa Beach has been fined a total of $1,760.00 across 4 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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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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