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DIRTY NOODZ

26 S ATLANTIC AVE, Cocoa Beach FL 32931 · 321-613-2560

Last inspected Jun 11, 2026 · 5 visits since February 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats122
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1506333
Grade history
FEB 24
MAR 25
JUN 26
— STEADY

3 inspections within 20 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler under oven deli turkey (47F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (47F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Inspection history

5 visits, newest first

Jun 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker installed on non-chemical side of splitter at mop sink
High priority/29-42-4
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/. Bar sink and ice well need to swap positions. Hand wash sink in rear dry storage/prep area needs to be updated to opposite side of room against hallway wall. Plan reviewers in meeting at time of inspection. Unable to call for quick fix. Operator submitted new plans during inspection directly to plan reviewers email.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Corrective Action Taken
May 28, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Lights are not functioning in walk in cooler and walk in freezer
Basic/38-04-4/Return visit May 28, 2025 · No change Time Extended
Mar 24, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Hydrogen peroxide and hand sanitizer stored on shelf over prep table. Operator moved
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute for soda machine in lobby is soiled
Intermediate/22-02-4
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Basic/51-13-4
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Lights are not functioning in walk in cooler and walk in freezer
Basic/38-04-4
Apr 25, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler under oven deli turkey (47F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (47F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5
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 training certificates available for Gwen and Nicole
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning

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.