Cocoa — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Cocoa, Florida has 166 food establishments with 2,187 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 87.6%, above the state average of 85.9%. Inspections average 6.9 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $400 assessed to Royal Sushi in Cocoa on October 29, 2025.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated June 2026.

166Facilities
2,187Total Inspections
1Closures 2026
87.6%Pass Rate
6.9Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Pub Americana 56 572 2
Peacock Indian Kitchen INC 42 412 2
Vintage Vault 33 391 2
Latitudes Waterfront Grill and Oyster Bar 57 701 1
Country Cookin Diner 47 672 1

Cocoa Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Cocoa 87.6% Pass Rate 87.6%
Florida Average 85.9% Pass Rate 85.9%
Cocoa 6.9 Avg Violations / Inspection 6.9
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Cocoa 0.6 Closures per 100 Facilities 0.6
Florida Average 1.35 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.35

Cocoa Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Latitudes Waterfront Grill and Oyster Bar 13 (3 high) Call Back - Extension given, pending
Bella's Pizza 4 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
A Touch of Basil Beachside 0 Call Back - Complied
A Touch of Basil Beachside 17 (5 high) Warning Issued
Kickstart Grille 10 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Middle River Barge LLC 8 Warning Issued
Stevo's Pizza Bar 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Club Nightlife 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Sip Happens in the Village 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Backwoods Social House 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Cocoa Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Cocoa Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

112Actions on Record
$49,680Total Fines
$452Avg Fine
$1,880Largest Fine
43Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Oct 29, 2025 Royal Sushi $400 4--2025070583
Mar 23, 2026 Ramada Inn $320 4--2026011836
Sep 17, 2025 Kickstart Grille $200 4--2025051588
May 13, 2026 Space Coast Convention Center $125 4--2026009251
Mar 11, 2026 Wingstop $120 4--2026012710
Sep 9, 2025 Port Java $100 4--2025030159

Cocoa Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

31Fire Violations
21Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Fire extinguisher in red zone 14
Other fire safety violation 8
Exit blocked or locked 5
Propane tank stored inside building 4

Cocoa Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Cocoa has 71 FDACS-regulated facilities with 115 inspections on record and 176 stop-sale orders issued.

71Retail Facilities
115FDACS Inspections
176Stop-Sale Orders
107Orders in 2026

Cocoa FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

DateFacilityProductReason
Loves-smoke-shop-420265 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: Print Date:…
Loves-smoke-shop-420265 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments:
Loves-smoke-shop-420265 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: Print Date:…
Loves-smoke-shop-420265 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments:
Loves-smoke-shop-420265 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: Print Date:…
Loves-smoke-shop-420265 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments:
Loves-smoke-shop-420265 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: Print Date:…
Loves-smoke-shop-420265 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments:
Loves-smoke-shop-420265 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: Print Date:…
Loves-smoke-shop-420265 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments:

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Cocoa FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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Cocoa Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Dollar General 4 57 2,871
7-Eleven 3 84 2,422
Walmart 2 77 608
Dollar Tree 1 9 1,084
Planet Fitness 1 0 89
Aldi 1 2 310
Hywaze 1 440 37
Sams Club 1 23 284

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Cocoa: Notable Restaurants

Cocoa: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Dunkin 4 309 0
McDonalds 3 221 0
Beef O Bradys 2 528 0
Subway 2 168 0
Holiday Inn 1 85 0
Taco Bell 1 135 0
Dominos 1 72 0
Sonic Drive-in 1 281 0
Burger King 1 109 0

Cocoa Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Cocoa?
Cocoa, Florida has 166 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Cocoa?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Cocoa is 87.6%. The Florida state average is 85.9%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Cocoa this year?
1 food establishments in Cocoa have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Cocoa?
The most frequently cited violations in Cocoa are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Cocoa?
Dunkin has the most locations in Cocoa with 4 establishments.
How does Cocoa compare to the Florida state average?
Cocoa has a pass rate of 87.6%, which is 1.7 percentage points above the state average of 85.9%. The average violations per inspection is 6.9 compared to the state average of 4.66.
How often are restaurants inspected in Cocoa?
Food establishments in Cocoa have an average of 13.2 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Cocoa been assessed?
Food establishments in Cocoa have been assessed $49,680 in fines across 112 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $452 and the largest single fine was $1,880.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Cocoa restaurants?
31 fire safety violations have been documented across 21 food establishments in Cocoa. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Cocoa inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Cocoa, Florida has 71 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 115 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Cocoa?
FDACS has issued 176 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Cocoa, including 107 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

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Cocoa Restaurants & Food Establishments (165)

Lake Poinsett Lodge

5665 LAKE POINSETT RD, Cocoa

27 inspections · 91 violations · Last: Sep 2025

Rebellion Wine Bar

630 BREVARD AVE STE A, Cocoa

20 inspections · 86 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Subway 5959

801 DIXON BLVD STE 1159, Cocoa

15 inspections · 85 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Express - Cocoa

301 TUCKER LN, Cocoa

22 inspections · 85 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Dunkin Donuts

4200 WEST KING ST, Cocoa

12 inspections · 84 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Subway 58722

4795 FAY BLVD, Cocoa

16 inspections · 83 violations · Last: Sep 2025

Ossorio

316 BREVARD AVENUE, Cocoa

22 inspections · 74 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Domino's

4795 FAY BLVD, Cocoa

15 inspections · 72 violations · Last: Sep 2025

A Touch of Basil Beachside

34 S ATLANTIC AVE UNIT 38, Cocoa

11 inspections · 69 violations · Last: Jun 2026

Middle River Barge LLC

5150 SR 520, Cocoa

20 inspections · 67 violations · Last: Jun 2026

La Placita Taqueria LLC

704 S FISKE BLVD, Cocoa

21 inspections · 66 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Stoners Pizza Joint Cocoa Village

109 BREVARD AVE, Cocoa

13 inspections · 65 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Dunkin Donuts

2681 CLEARLAKE RD, Cocoa

15 inspections · 65 violations · Last: May 2026

McDonald's #17997

2200 FL-524, Cocoa

11 inspections · 63 violations · Last: Apr 2026

McDonald's 12519

4625 STATE ROAD STE 520, Cocoa

15 inspections · 63 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Pucker Up Vegan Eatery

307 DELANNOY AVE, Cocoa

12 inspections · 61 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Tin Whiskey Southern Kitchen & Still

3 FORREST AVE, Cocoa

11 inspections · 60 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Sweet Carolines Village Ice Cream

120 HARRISON ST, Cocoa

21 inspections · 56 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Bobarida

4795 FAY BLVD STE 16, Cocoa

15 inspections · 54 violations · Last: Sep 2025

Oceanside Pizza 4

2911 OXBOW CIR STE 102, Cocoa

10 inspections · 52 violations · Last: Apr 2026