Cocoa — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Cocoa, Florida has 166 food establishments with 2,175 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 87.6%, above the state average of 86%. 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 May 2026.

166Facilities
2,175Total 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 56 688 1
Country Cookin Diner 47 672 1

Cocoa Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Cocoa 87.6% Pass Rate 87.6%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
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 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Cocoa Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Dunkin Donuts 1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Lone Cabbage 8 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Dunkin Donuts 6 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
McDonald's 12519 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Latitudes Waterfront Grill and Oyster Bar 24 (5 high) Warning Issued
McDonald's #17997 1 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
El Heredero 9 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Beef O Bradys 7 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Beef O Bradys Psj 7 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
My Island Smokehouse 4 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Cocoa Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

CodeViolationCitations
14 Food contact surfaces 23,688
36 Proper ventilation 18,121
22 Consumer advisory 15,938
29 Proper sewage disposal 15,047
08 Proper hand/arm washing 12,604

Cocoa Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

111Actions on Record
$49,555Total Fines
$455Avg Fine
$1,880Largest Fine
42Facilities 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
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

CodeViolationCitations
2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when 26
2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing 11
5-203.14 Plumbing system not installed to preclude backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas 8
6-301.11 Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand 7
6-202.14 Toilet room located inside the food establishment not completely enclosed or not 6

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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
CVS 1 9 882
Dollar Tree 1 9 1,084
Planet Fitness 1 0 89
Aldi 1 2 310
Hywaze 1 440 37

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Cocoa: Notable Restaurants

Pub Americana

Cocoa · Most Closures

56 inspections 572 violations 2 closures

Peacock Indian Kitchen INC

Cocoa · Most Closures

42 inspections 412 violations 2 closures

Vintage Vault

Cocoa · Most Closures

33 inspections 391 violations 2 closures

Latitudes Waterfront Grill and Oyster Bar

Cocoa · Most Inspected

56 inspections 688 violations 1 closures

Country Cookin Diner

Cocoa · Most Inspected

47 inspections 672 violations 1 closures

Dunkin Donuts

Cocoa · Recently Inspected

15 inspections 65 violations

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 1 104 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 86%.
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 1.6 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 6.9 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Cocoa?
Food establishments in Cocoa have an average of 13.1 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 $49,555 in fines across 111 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $455 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.

In the News Cocoa

Cocoa Restaurants & Food Establishments (165)

Twisted Ex Juice Blends LLC FDACS Retail

500 S Range RD, Cocoa

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

I Love You Peanut FDACS Retail

905 Carson ST, Cocoa

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor (Free)

Evan Foodmart FDACS Retail

1907 CR 524, Cocoa

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Dollar General # 14918 FDACS Retail

3915 N Highway 1, Cocoa

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

Dope Little Farm FDACS Retail

204 Brevard Ave, Cocoa

FDACS Retail Food · Honey Processor

Vw Dollar Tree 6864 FDACS Retail

7165 N Highway 1, Cocoa

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Cocoa Meat Market FDACS Retail

805 N FISKE BLVD, Cocoa

FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ft

Crossmark at Sam's Club 4991 FDACS Retail

450 Townsend RD, Cocoa

FDACS Retail Food · Other Perishable Processing

Dollar General #23459 FDACS Retail

3805 HIGHWAY 524, Cocoa

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

Hywaze FDACS Retail

484 King ST, Cocoa

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

Doc Dismay LLC FDACS Retail

6973 Bayfront RD, Cocoa

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor (Free)

Coca-cola Beverages Florida LLC FDACS Retail

695 Clearlake RD, Cocoa

FDACS Retail Food · Major Food Distributor

Vw Publix 0523 FDACS Retail

7325 N US HW 1, Cocoa

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Cafe De Havana FDACS Retail

409 Delannoy Ave suite 1-4, Cocoa

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

7-eleven Store #25182j FDACS Retail

1451 Clearlake RD, Cocoa

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

High Senses Smoke INC FDACS Retail

105 Brevard Ave #, Cocoa

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Oasis Market and Cafe FDACS Retail

507 S Cocoa Blvd, Cocoa

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Clearlake Petro LLC FDACS Retail

600 CLEARLAKE RD, Cocoa

FDACS Retail Food · 123/Convenience Store Limited FS

J & S Enterprise of Rockledge INC FDACS Retail

3230 N Highway 1, Cocoa

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Us Cocoa Food Mart FDACS Retail

2700 N Cocoa Blvd, Cocoa

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS