Titusville — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Titusville, Florida has 182 food establishments with 2,875 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 87.9%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 7.8 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Ako Sushi and Seafood in Titusville on January 14, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steves Family Diner | 37 | 535 | 4 |
| Ako Sushi and Seafood | 27 | 285 | 3 |
| Chow's Country Buffet | 71 | 1562 | 2 |
| Gold Lion Bar and Deli | 34 | 340 | 2 |
| Papa John's Pizza # 763 | 26 | 199 | 2 |
Titusville Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Titusville
87.9%
Pass Rate
87.9%
Florida Average
86%
Pass Rate
86%
Titusville
7.8
Avg Violations / Inspection
7.8
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Titusville
0.55
Closures per 100 Facilities
0.55
Florida Average
1.37
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.37
Titusville Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loyd Have Mercy | 16 (7 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Burger King | 10 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Titusville Beef O' Brady's | 23 (3 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Hungry Howie's | 4 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Grumbley's Pizza | 14 (3 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Sugar Shack BBQ | 5 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Courtyard by Marriott Titusville Kennedy Space Center Space Bar | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Wendys 2453 | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Dunkin Donuts | 4 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Durangos Steakhouse | 18 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Titusville Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 31,832 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 31,718 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 29,248 |
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 24,251 |
| 29 | Proper sewage disposal | 22,761 |
Titusville Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 14, 2026 | Ako Sushi and Seafood | $800 | 4--2025079503 |
| Jun 18, 2025 | Wendys 2453 | $400 | 4--2025001644 |
| Sep 16, 2025 | Ako Sushi and Seafood | $400 | 4--2025032407 |
| Feb 23, 2026 | El Leoncito | $200 | 4--2026007911 |
| Oct 27, 2025 | Sugabears LLC | $200 | 4--2025068160 |
Titusville Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 23 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 8 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 5 |
| Other fire safety violation | 4 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 2 |
Titusville 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. Titusville has 60 FDACS-regulated facilities with 116 inspections on record and 1,652 stop-sale orders issued.
Titusville 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 420-friendly-smoke-shop-419253 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Approved Source: Food obtained from approved s… | |
| 420-friendly-smoke-shop-419253 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| 420-friendly-smoke-shop-419253 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| 420-friendly-smoke-shop-419253 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements | |
| Cloud-8-trading-INC-419639 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc… | |
| Cloud-8-trading-INC-419639 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc… | |
| Cloud-8-trading-INC-419639 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling | |
| Cloud-8-trading-INC-419639 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling | |
| Cloud-8-trading-INC-419639 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling | |
| Cloud-8-trading-INC-419639 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements |
Browse all FDACS stop-sale order categories →
Titusville FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
Browse all FDACS violation codes →
Titusville Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winn-Dixie | 2 | 170 | 584 |
| Dunkin | 1 | 13 | 347 |
| Target | 1 | 15 | 249 |
| Wawa | 1 | 14 | 430 |
| Starbucks | 1 | 77 | 1,170 |
| Walgreens | 1 | 1 | 743 |
Titusville: Notable Restaurants
Steves Family Diner
37 inspections
535 violations
4 closures
Ako Sushi and Seafood
27 inspections
285 violations
3 closures
Chow's Country Buffet
71 inspections
1562 violations
2 closures
Sonnys Bar B Q of Titusville
57 inspections
729 violations
Asian House Restaurant
50 inspections
910 violations
1 closures
Burger King
20 inspections
185 violations
Titusville: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 3 | 176 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 3 | 299 | 2 |
| McDonalds | 3 | 226 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 2 | 373 | 0 |
| Wendys | 2 | 481 | 1 |
| Burger King | 2 | 483 | 0 |
| Arbys | 1 | 198 | 0 |
| Comfort Suites | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| Days Inn | 1 | 54 | 0 |
| Firehouse Subs | 1 | 64 | 0 |
Titusville Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Titusville?
- Titusville, Florida has 182 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Titusville?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Titusville is 87.9%. The Florida state average is 86%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Titusville this year?
- 1 food establishments in Titusville have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Titusville?
- The most frequently cited violations in Titusville are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Titusville?
- Subway has the most locations in Titusville with 3 establishments.
- How does Titusville compare to the Florida state average?
- Titusville has a pass rate of 87.9%, which is 1.9 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 7.8 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Titusville?
- Food establishments in Titusville have an average of 15.8 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Titusville been assessed?
- Food establishments in Titusville have been assessed $70,770 in fines across 155 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $460 and the largest single fine was $3,360.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Titusville restaurants?
- 42 fire safety violations have been documented across 15 food establishments in Titusville. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Titusville 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. Titusville, Florida has 60 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 116 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Titusville?
- FDACS has issued 1,652 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Titusville, including 274 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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Titusville Restaurants & Food Establishments (181)
Steves Family Diner 4 closures
2900 S WASHINGTON AVE, Titusville
37 inspections · 535 violations · Last: Jan 2026Ako Sushi and Seafood 3 closures
725 N WASHINGTON AVE, Titusville
27 inspections · 285 violations · Last: Jan 2026Chow's Country Buffet 2 closures
3125 COLUMBIA BLVD, Titusville
71 inspections · 1562 violations · Last: Feb 2026Gold Lion Bar and Deli 2 closures
4580 COQUINA AVE, Titusville
34 inspections · 340 violations · Last: Apr 2026Papa John's Pizza # 763 2 closures
3 S WASHINGTON AVE, Titusville
26 inspections · 199 violations · Last: Sep 2025Dunkin Donuts 2 closures
3590 CHENEY HWY, Titusville
18 inspections · 148 violations · Last: Apr 2026Asian House Restaurant 1 closure
407 CHENEY HWY, Titusville
50 inspections · 910 violations · Last: Jan 2026Loyd Have Mercy 1 closure
3434 S WASHINGTON AVE, Titusville
42 inspections · 652 violations · Last: May 2026Titusville Beef O' Brady's 1 closure
2825 GARDEN ST #9, Titusville
37 inspections · 567 violations · Last: May 2026Yang China 1 1 closure
1556 HARRISON ST, Titusville
33 inspections · 442 violations · Last: Mar 2026Sonic Drive-in #5259 1 closure
650 CHENEY HWY, Titusville
37 inspections · 433 violations · Last: Dec 2025Shawn's Irish Pub & Fish & Chips 1 closure
125 HARRISON ST, Titusville
35 inspections · 396 violations · Last: Apr 2026Honeysuckle 1 closure
2203 N US HWY 1, Titusville
36 inspections · 342 violations · Last: Dec 2025Local Kitchen & Tap 1 closure
4715 HELEN HAUSER BLVD, Titusville
33 inspections · 318 violations · Last: Feb 2026Wendys 2453 1 closure
3323 COLUMBIA BLVD, Titusville
39 inspections · 242 violations · Last: May 2026Sonnys Bar B Q of Titusville
2900 CHENEY HWY, Titusville
57 inspections · 729 violations · Last: Apr 2026El Leoncito
4280 S WASHINGTON AVE, Titusville
44 inspections · 622 violations · Last: Apr 2026Downtown Diner
605 SOUTH HOPKINS AVE, Titusville
40 inspections · 571 violations · Last: Mar 2026La Cita Golf & Country Club
777 COUNTRY CLUB DR, Titusville
43 inspections · 552 violations · Last: Apr 2026La Marimba Mexican Restaurant
3758 S WASHINGTON, Titusville
35 inspections · 549 violations · Last: Apr 2026