Cocoa — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
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.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| 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.
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.
| Date | Facility | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dollar General | 4 | 57 | 2,871 |
| 7-Eleven | 3 | 84 | 2,422 |
| Walmart | 2 | 77 | 608 |
| Aldi | 1 | 2 | 310 |
| Hywaze | 1 | 440 | 37 |
| Sams Club | 1 | 23 | 284 |
| CVS | 1 | 9 | 882 |
| Dollar Tree | 1 | 9 | 1,084 |
Cocoa: Notable Restaurants
Pub Americana
56 inspections
572 violations
2 closures
Peacock Indian Kitchen INC
42 inspections
412 violations
2 closures
Vintage Vault
33 inspections
391 violations
2 closures
Latitudes Waterfront Grill and Oyster Bar
57 inspections
701 violations
1 closures
Country Cookin Diner
47 inspections
672 violations
1 closures
Bella's Pizza
8 inspections
36 violations
Cocoa: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin | 4 | 309 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 3 | 221 | 0 |
| Beef O Bradys | 2 | 528 | 0 |
| Subway | 2 | 168 | 0 |
| Dominos | 1 | 72 | 0 |
| Sonic Drive-in | 1 | 281 | 0 |
| Burger King | 1 | 109 | 0 |
| Holiday Inn | 1 | 85 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 1 | 135 | 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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