Coopers Chophouse in Vero Beach

Last inspected:

30 Royal Palm Pt, Vero Beach, FL 32960
Overview

Cooper's Chophouse in Vero Beach has been emergency-closed once, on February 24, 2022, for rodent activity. The facility has recorded 42 inspections with 430 total violations between 2016 and February 2026, averaging 10.2 violations per inspection — nearly double the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent across the record, particularly management awareness (cited in at least 5 recent inspections), employee health policy violations (cited in at least 3 of the last 8 inspections), handwashing violations including improper handwashing technique and inadequate handwashing facilities (cited in every inspection from September 2024 through February 2026), and chemical storage violations (cited in at least 5 recent inspections). Food contact surface sanitation has been cited repeatedly. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. The most recent inspection on February 9, 2026, documented 30 violations including two high-priority findings for management awareness and proper cooking temperatures, and was completed with no further action required — however, the inspection immediately prior on August 26, 2025, resulted in a warning issued after three high-priority violations including employee health policy and health reporting violations were documented.

Most recent closure: February 24, 2022 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

42Inspections
430Violations
1Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Coopers Chophouse in Vero Beach: Comparison to Indian River County Averages

This Facility 10.2 violations / inspection 10.2 violations per inspection
Indian River County Avg 6.33 violations / inspection 6.33 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Indian River County Avg 0.12 closures / facility 0.12 county average

Coopers Chophouse in Vero Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Coopers Chophouse in Vero Beach
DateReasonReopened
Rodent activity 15:26:00

Coopers Chophouse in Vero Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Coopers Chophouse in Vero Beach
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
4--2022012683 $400.00 Feb 24, 2022 Miami (Doral)

Coopers Chophouse in Vero Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (42)

— 1 inspection10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections22 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 8 inspections52 violations · 32 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections49 violations · 33 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 3 inspections27 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections26 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections26 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections36 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Coopers Chophouse in Vero Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Coopers Chophouse in Vero Beach last inspected?
Coopers Chophouse in Vero Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 9, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Coopers Chophouse in Vero Beach last shut down?
Coopers Chophouse in Vero Beach was last shut down on February 24, 2022 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Coopers Chophouse in Vero Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at Coopers Chophouse in Vero Beach are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Coopers Chophouse in Vero Beach had?
Coopers Chophouse in Vero Beach has had 42 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Coopers Chophouse in Vero Beach find?
Coopers Chophouse in Vero Beach was most recently inspected on February 9, 2026 with 12 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Coopers Chophouse in Vero Beach ever been shut down?
Yes, Coopers Chophouse in Vero Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
Has Coopers Chophouse in Vero Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Coopers Chophouse in Vero Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Coopers Chophouse in Vero Beach been fined?
Coopers Chophouse in Vero Beach has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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