DIRTY BIRDS TIKI BAR & GRILL
142 MINUTEMEN CSWY, Cocoa Beach FL 32931 · 321-613-2580
Last inspected May 6, 2026 · 13 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found Observed live flying insects. 4 at downstairs interior bar. 11 at downstairs exterior bar.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
May 6, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 5, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed live flying insects. 4 at downstairs interior bar. 11 at downstairs exterior bar.
May 1, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. First aid kit stored on shelf over prep table in kitchen
Live, small flying insects found Observed live flying insects. 4 at downstairs interior bar. 11 at downstairs exterior bar.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Dead bees in liquor bottles at downstairs exterior bar.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In standup reach-in cooler to the right near entry of kitchen cut tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (47F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (47F - Cold Holding); slaw (47F - Cold Holding). In flip top of reach-in cooler nearest entry. sliced cheese (51F - Cold Holding); slaw (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. No time mark on foods using time control.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun holsters at bars
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. No written plan for items placed on time control.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple foods in reach-in cooler
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Ice machine in office last serviced March 2025
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket not inverted
Equipment in poor repair. Dispenser nozzle for unsweetened tea is broken
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Exterior bars
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floors under equipment and shelving in kitchen are heavily soiled
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Cooling container of sauce directly below soap dispenser in kitchen
Food stored outside. Cases of chips stored in exterior service area
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. On exterior ledge of ice machine
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Front of oven door
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood suppression systems dripping grease
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Plastic soufflé cups and lids stored with food contact side facing upwards
Oct 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Multiple sinks. Operator posted
Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Under interior bar. Not plumbed into drain. Operator repaired during inspection
Nov 14, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Sep 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate3 Basic
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Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Behind downstairs bar. Operator discarded
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker installed at mop sink
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. At downstairs bar window. Interior of Soda gun holster is soiled
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Only available at one sink in kitchen
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Only available in restrooms
Food stored on floor. Soda bibs on the floor in shed and office.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. All kitchen equipment needs to properly cleaned and sanitized prior to reopening for food service
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Reach in freezers in public areas are not locked
Feb 21, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 14, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Mop sink is not located in position designated on plans. Upstairs bar is an open air bar. Dishwasher is required. Service station next to walk in cooler does not have a hand wash sink
Dec 19, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Mop sink is not located in position designated on plans. Upstairs bar is an open air bar. Dishwasher is required. Service station next to walk in cooler does not have a hand wash sink
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Grease on the ground next to receptacle
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Grease receptacle over grass area
Grease recycling container overflowing onto ground. Receptacle is not on a curbed structure and has grease puddle in the grass next to unit
Dec 6, 2023Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored over pickles in walk in cooler. Raw fish and raw beef stored over cooked chicken in kitchen reach in cooler
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sanitizer bucket in hand wash sink in kitchen
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Service station next to walk in cooler does not have a hand wash sink. Establishment plans show sink in location
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Mop sink is not located in position designated on plans. Upstairs bar is an open air bar. Dishwasher is required. Service station next to walk in cooler does not have a hand wash sink
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle not labeled idntifying liquid contents in kitchen
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Grease on the ground next to receptacle
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Grease receptacle over grass area
Grease recycling container overflowing onto ground. Receptacle is not on a curbed structure and has grease puddle in the grass next to unit
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Downstairs women's restroom
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Surface area surrounding hood vents has grease dripping
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Straws in reach of guests on bar top are not wrapped
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Reach in freezer in common area near elevator is not locked for protection
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Missing at soda gun near bar entry for upstairs bar
Oct 5, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator installed an exterior service station in a shed with soda machine and ice bin. No hand wash sink
Sep 5, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator installed an exterior service station in a shed with soda machine and ice bin. No hand wash sink
Jul 7, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0ppm. Downstairs bar
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Plastic shopping bag with printed ink used to store chicken. Operator discarded bag
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Downstairs bar. Operator discarded
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored over cheese and cooked chicken in reach in cooler
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bags and broken equipment stored in the well at hand wash sink in upstairs next to ice machine. Operator moved
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager was at the store during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Up stairs next to ice machine.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator installed an exterior service station in a shed with soda machine and ice bin. No hand wash sink
No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sinks next to both ice machines up and down stairs. Operator stocked
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator does not keep copies of training on file at location. Only able to verify for on duty employees
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook
Food stored on floor. Plastic water bottles stored on floor in walk in cooler. Operator moved
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At upstairs sink next to ice machine
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. In reach in cooler on cook line. In walk in cooler. Operator moved
Single-service articles improperly stored. Open case of plastic cups stored on the floor behind downstairs bar. Operator moved
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler. Unwashed produce stored over ready to eat foods. Operator moved
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.