GRAHAM'S BEACH GRILL
5920 N. ATLANTIC AVE., Cocoa Beach FL 32931
Last inspected Feb 24, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 20 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 5 live flying insects behind interior bar
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2026009040 | Oct 21, 2025 | Mar 5, 2026 | $200 |
| 4--2017015999 | Feb 27, 2017 | Apr 20, 2017 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Feb 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fully thawed raw mahi in commercial packaging bearing indicator label.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Kathy expired 11/17/25
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun holsters at each bar are soiled. Operator cleaned
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Ice machine filters last serviced 1/3/25
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Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Ceilings over interior bar are corroded
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Near rear exit
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Fully thawed raw mahi in commercial packaging bearing indicator label. SEE STOP SALE
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters and surrounding areas are heavily soiled with grease buildup
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk-in cooler shelves are rusted
Oct 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 21, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Opened cabinet doors beneath beer taps on the wall at interior bar. Not near any food. Approximately 15 feet from kitchen entry. 18 live flying insects escaped from cabinet. Door was immediately closed with a swarm still inside cabinet. No insects observed prior to opening cabinet door.
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Next to beer tap. Operator discarded
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substance behind the deflector plate
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Compressed air tanks not tethered
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets in dry storage room
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Cover missing in 2nd stall
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Condenser fan covers in walk in cooler are soiled
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Feb 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler on cook line raw beef (47F - Cold Holding). Stocked above fill line if unit
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda guns and holsters behind each bar are soiled
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Filters for ice machine are not dated
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand wash sink at interior bar between walk in cooler and kitchen entry
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substance behind the deflector plate
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. 4oz plastic soufflé cup used as scoop in mashed potatoes. Operator discarded
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. All stalls
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Beneath interior bar and near ice machine
Food stored on floor. Case of plastic water bottles on the floor in walk in cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have an accumulation of grease
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Cabinets beneath beer taps at interior bar have an accumulation of mold like substance
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves are rusted
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking from filters for ice machine
Sep 16, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 13, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 5 live flying insects behind interior bar
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of soda gun holsters behind bars are heavily soiled
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Multiple employees certificates expired in march of 2024
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substance behind the deflector plate
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. 4oz plastic soufflé cup used as scoop in pico. Operator discarded
Ceiling tile missing. In liquor room behind exterior bar
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Each stall
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Heavy accumulation of slime beneath ice bin of interior bar
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Pickle buckets in walk in cooler are stored beneath dripping ceiling. Operator moved
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Condenser fan covers in walk in cooler are soiled
Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Drain line for soda guns at each bar are not plumbed to drains. Lines are ran to buckets
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Unwrapped straws on interior bar top in reach of customers
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves are rusted
Feb 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler on cook line raw beef (51F - Cold Holding). Stored over fill line of unit.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Filters for ice machine were last changed 5/3/22
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Ceiling in walk in cooler has a stalactite forming and dripping
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves are rusted and chipping
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe under hand wash sink in kitchen leaks on floor while draining. Operator contacted plumber
Sep 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Knife in well. Operator moved
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling in walk in cooler is dripping with an ooze
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on white Reach in freezer on left in kitchen
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Men's restroom
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelves in walk in cooler are rusted
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.