Cocoa — Food Safety Records

Overview

Cocoa, Florida has 97 food establishments with 2,212 inspections on record. 2 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 86.6%, above the state average of 85.8%. Inspections average 6.9 violations per visit.

Most recent closure: Troy's in Cocoa, shut down July 23, 2026 for rodent activity.

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

Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.

97Facilities
2,212Inspections
2Closures 2026
86.6%Pass Rate
6.9Avg Violations

Cocoa Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Cocoa 86.6% Pass Rate 86.6%
Florida Average 85.8% Pass Rate 85.8%
Cocoa 6.9 Avg Violations / Inspection 6.9
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Cocoa 2.06 Closures per 100 Facilities 2.06
Florida Average 2 Closures per 100 Facilities 2

Cocoa Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)

DateBusinessReason
Troy's Rodent activity

Cocoa Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Subway 5959 4 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Taco Mextizo 4 (1 high) Call Back - Complied
Anchor Seafood and Chicken 2 9 (2 high) Administrative complaint recommended
Soul Hibachi LLC 4 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Middle River Barge LLC 1 Call Back - Complied
Bobarida 1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Great Wall Chinese 5 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Little Grass Shack 1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Taco Mextizo 8 (1 high) Warning Issued
Troy's 2 Emergency Order Callback Complied

Cocoa Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Cocoa Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

109Actions on Record
$49,160Total Fines
$459Avg Fine
$1,880Largest Fine
40Facilities 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
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: Notable Restaurants

Cocoa: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Dunkin 4 309 0
McDonalds 3 221 0
Beef O Bradys 2 528 0
Subway 2 172 0
Holiday Inn 1 85 0
Taco Bell 1 138 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 97 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 86.6%. The Florida state average is 85.8%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Cocoa this year?
2 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.
What was the most recent restaurant closure in Cocoa?
Troy's in Cocoa was shut down on July 23, 2026 for rodent activity.
How does Cocoa compare to the Florida state average?
Cocoa has a pass rate of 86.6%, which is 0.8 percentage points above the state average of 85.8%. The average violations per inspection is 6.9 compared to the state average of 4.68.
How often are restaurants inspected in Cocoa?
Food establishments in Cocoa have an average of 22.8 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 $49,160 in fines across 109 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $459 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.

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Cocoa Restaurants & Food Establishments (96)

Bugnutty Brewing Company

225 KING ST UNIT B, Cocoa

15 inspections · 40 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Little Grass Shack

4654 HWY 520, Cocoa

10 inspections · 39 violations · Last: Jul 2026

Bella's Pizza

4301 STATE RD 524, Cocoa

8 inspections · 36 violations · Last: Jun 2026

Dunkin Donuts

515 W KING ST, Cocoa

10 inspections · 36 violations · Last: Oct 2025

George and Dragon English Tavern

502 BREVARD AVE, Cocoa

11 inspections · 34 violations · Last: Jun 2026

Anchor Seafood and Chicken 2

1437 CLEARLAKE RD, Cocoa

8 inspections · 28 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Oyster Shooter's Raw Bar & Grill

916 FLORIDA AVE STE D, Cocoa

9 inspections · 27 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Village Idiot Pub

4 HARRISON STREET, Cocoa

9 inspections · 25 violations · Last: Jul 2025

River Road Coffee and Popsicles

9 ROSA L JONES DRIVE, Cocoa

9 inspections · 25 violations · Last: Sep 2025

Club Nightlife

226 KING ST #180, Cocoa

8 inspections · 21 violations · Last: May 2026

Mexico's Grill Y Mariscos

1120 CLEARLAKE RD, Cocoa

5 inspections · 16 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Anchors Restaurant and Bar

1505 W KING ST, Cocoa

3 inspections · 11 violations · Last: Aug 2025

Fat Donkey Cocoa Village

4 HARRISON ST UNIT 105, Cocoa

6 inspections · 11 violations · Last: Jul 2026

Sip Happens in the Village

210 KING ST, Cocoa

5 inspections · 10 violations · Last: May 2026

Vine & Root

902 FLORIDA AVE APT 4310, Cocoa

14 inspections · 9 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Filling Station Cafe

520 BREVARD AVE UNIT 4, Cocoa

3 inspections · 1 violations · Last: Jul 2026