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HILTON COCOA BEACH OCEANFRONT RESORT

1550 N ATLANTIC AVE, Cocoa Beach FL 32931 · 321.799.0003

Last inspected May 26, 2026 · 20 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats596
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1502164
Grade history
JAN 25
JAN 25
AUG 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between C and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects found 2 small flies in the dry storage area.
High priority/35A-02-7
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Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $1,000

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
4--2025059311Aug 4, 2025Sep 8, 2025$800
4--2025008997Jan 9, 2025Mar 3, 2025$200

Inspection history

20 visits, newest first

May 26, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided by email
Intermediate/03F-10-5/Return visit May 26, 2026 · Time Extended
Mar 26, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 2 cans of mandarin oranges.
High priority/01B-01-4/Repeat Violation
Live, small flying insects found 2 small flies in the dry storage area.
High priority/35A-02-7
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw salmon over feta cheese in the upright cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw comminuted pork sausage over raw bacon in the walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device and hand soap provided at handwash sink at the tiki bar.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
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/. Plan for inside bar doesn't-reflect plans on file. 3 bay sink was removed, additional ice bin and hand sink added.
Intermediate/51-16-7
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided by email
Intermediate/03F-10-5
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on prep counter.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Moderate food debris under cook line equipment.
Basic/36-01-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Upright cooler across from 6 top burner stove.
Basic/29-49-6
Oct 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 108 oz can of yams, 4lbs of tuna canned. Pineapple juice 46 oz. Removed from service.
High priority/01B-01-4/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw unwashed vegetables over ready to eat cut melons.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Towels for hand wash sink at the bar blocked by clean glass racks.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing unknown substance not labeled. Water bottle used for spraying grill not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Two ice makers in hallway outside of kitchen. One has filters dated 2024 the other has no dates on the filters. Change according to manufacturer specifications.
Intermediate/29-28-4
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Dirty dish stored above ready to eat food, muffins were covered with plastic wrap.
Basic/08B-49-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Bag stored on top of reach in cooler.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Muffin trays wet nesting on drying rack.
Basic/24-08-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment in poor repair. Two door reach in cooler near dishwasher in kitchen is leaking water into pan top right shelf.
Basic/14-11-5
Single-service articles improperly stored. Cups in dry storage area uncovered and right side up. Pizza boxes wrapped but stored on floor.
Basic/25-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Stored food not covered. Salt stored in back not covered.
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Aug 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 6, 2025Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
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. 25ppm at interior bar
High priority/22-41-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 6, 2025 · 10pm Time Extended
Aug 5, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 19 violations recorded, 6 high priority.

6 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 19 findings ▾
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. 25ppm at interior bar
High priority/22-41-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Live, small flying insects found Observed live flying insects; 6 in breakfast buffet area 2 behind interior bar 53 in kitchen on service side and in hallway to immediate right upon entering
High priority/35A-02-7/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Observed 7 live flying insects. Operator killed all 7 Admin Complaint/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Observed 17 live flying insects Admin Complaint/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · 2 live flying insects observed. Operator killed both Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler on service side of line cut tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
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. Creamers and milk at front counter coffee bar
High priority/03F-02-5/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Over consumables at coffee station in banquet hallway. Operator moved
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No vacuum breaker installed on hose bib beneath sink in dish area
High priority/29-34-4/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Intermediate/01C-03-4/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Oasis iced drink makers at exterior bar have an accumulation of mold like substance in dispenser chute
Intermediate/22-02-4/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used as dump sink at front coffee bar. Ice in well
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle not labeled identifying liquid contents.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
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
Basic/22-20-5/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's employee restroom in hallway next to kitchen
Basic/32-04-4/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. In banquet hallway
Basic/14-45-4/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling peeling over dish area
Basic/36-32-5/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
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 tuna in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements. SEE STOP SALE
Basic/06-09-1/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil and plastic water bottles. Operator moved
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Exterior service station between two bars
Basic/31B-04-4/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Accumulation of grease dripping from hood systems and surrounding areas
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Unwrapped straws in reach of guests at each bar. Operator moved
Basic/25-27-4/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Aug 5, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 20 violations recorded, 6 high priority.

6 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 20 findings ▾
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. 25ppm at interior bar
High priority/22-41-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Live, small flying insects found Observed live flying insects; 6 in breakfast buffet area 2 behind interior bar 53 in kitchen on service side and in hallway to immediate right upon entering
High priority/35A-02-7/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Observed 7 live flying insects. Operator killed all 7 Admin Complaint/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Observed 17 live flying insects Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler on service side of line cut tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
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. Creamers and milk at front counter coffee bar
High priority/03F-02-5/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Over consumables at coffee station in banquet hallway. Operator moved
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No vacuum breaker installed on hose bib beneath sink in dish area
High priority/29-34-4/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Intermediate/01C-03-4/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Oasis iced drink makers at exterior bar have an accumulation of mold like substance in dispenser chute
Intermediate/22-02-4/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used as dump sink at front coffee bar. Ice in well
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. FRLA. operator only able to provide copies of documents
Intermediate/53B-09-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle not labeled identifying liquid contents.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
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
Basic/22-20-5/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's employee restroom in hallway next to kitchen
Basic/32-04-4/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. In banquet hallway
Basic/14-45-4/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling peeling over dish area
Basic/36-32-5/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
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 tuna in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements. SEE STOP SALE
Basic/06-09-1/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil and plastic water bottles. Operator moved
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Exterior service station between two bars
Basic/31B-04-4/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Accumulation of grease dripping from hood systems and surrounding areas
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Unwrapped straws in reach of guests at each bar. Operator moved
Basic/25-27-4/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 5, 2025 · Time Extended
Aug 4, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 20 violations recorded, 6 high priority.

6 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 20 findings ▾
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. 25ppm at interior bar
High priority/22-41-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended
Live, small flying insects found Observed live flying insects; 6 in breakfast buffet area 2 behind interior bar 53 in kitchen on service side and in hallway to immediate right upon entering
High priority/35A-02-7/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Observed 7 live flying insects. Operator killed all 7 Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler on service side of line cut tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended
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. Creamers and milk at front counter coffee bar
High priority/03F-02-5/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Over consumables at coffee station in banquet hallway. Operator moved
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No vacuum breaker installed on hose bib beneath sink in dish area
High priority/29-34-4/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Intermediate/01C-03-4/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Oasis iced drink makers at exterior bar have an accumulation of mold like substance in dispenser chute
Intermediate/22-02-4/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used as dump sink at front coffee bar. Ice in well
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. FRLA. operator only able to provide copies of documents
Intermediate/53B-09-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle not labeled identifying liquid contents.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended
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
Basic/22-20-5/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's employee restroom in hallway next to kitchen
Basic/32-04-4/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. In banquet hallway
Basic/14-45-4/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling peeling over dish area
Basic/36-32-5/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended
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 tuna in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements. SEE STOP SALE
Basic/06-09-1/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil and plastic water bottles. Operator moved
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Exterior service station between two bars
Basic/31B-04-4/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Accumulation of grease dripping from hood systems and surrounding areas
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Unwrapped straws in reach of guests at each bar. Operator moved
Basic/25-27-4/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Aug 4, 2025 · Time Extended
Aug 4, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 21 violations recorded, 7 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

7 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 21 findings ▾
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. 25ppm at interior bar
High priority/22-41-4/Warning
Live, small flying insects found Observed live flying insects; 6 in breakfast buffet area 2 behind interior bar 53 in kitchen on service side and in hallway to immediate right upon entering
High priority/35A-02-7/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fully thawed raw tuna in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements.
High priority/01B-13-4
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler on service side of line cut tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5
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. Creamers and milk at front counter coffee bar
High priority/03F-02-5
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Over consumables at coffee station in banquet hallway. Operator moved
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No vacuum breaker installed on hose bib beneath sink in dish area
High priority/29-34-4
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Intermediate/01C-03-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Oasis iced drink makers at exterior bar have an accumulation of mold like substance in dispenser chute
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used as dump sink at front coffee bar. Ice in well
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Repeat Violation
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. FRLA. operator only able to provide copies of documents
Intermediate/53B-09-4/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle not labeled identifying liquid contents.
Intermediate/41-17-4
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
Basic/22-20-5
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's employee restroom in hallway next to kitchen
Basic/32-04-4
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. In banquet hallway
Basic/14-45-4
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling peeling over dish area
Basic/36-32-5
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 tuna in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements. SEE STOP SALE
Basic/06-09-1
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil and plastic water bottles. Operator moved
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Exterior service station between two bars
Basic/31B-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Accumulation of grease dripping from hood systems and surrounding areas
Basic/23-03-4
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Unwrapped straws in reach of guests at each bar. Operator moved
Basic/25-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Jan 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 17, 2025Call 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
Show 1 finding ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed live flying insects; 6 in side entry corridor. Operator killed 5 4 in kitchen. Operator killed 2. 13 behind interior bar near soda gun in corner
High priority/35A-02-6/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint/Return visit Jan 17, 2025 · Observed live flying insects; 4 in kitchen. Operator killed 4. 14 at exterior tiki bar. Admin Complaint
Jan 15, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. In walk in cooler cooked sausage (72F - Cooling). Operator removed from breakfast at 11am. SEE STOP SALE
High priority/03D-01-5
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed live flying insects; 6 in side entry corridor. Operator killed 5 4 in kitchen. Operator killed 2. 13 behind interior bar near soda gun in corner
High priority/35A-02-6/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Behind interior bar. Operator discarded
High priority/41-24-4/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In walk in cooler cooked sausage (72F - Cooling). Operator removed from breakfast at 11am.
High priority/01B-02-5
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Exterior service station hand wash sink being used as a dump sink. Tea stains in well
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Equipment in poor repair. Hood filters are broken over cook line
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Throughout dish area
Basic/36-22-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Buildup of ice surrounding door frame of walk in freezer
Basic/14-69-4
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand wash sink at exterior service station is slow draining. Pipe under dish machine has a major leak spraying water with consistent stream.
Basic/29-08-4
Jan 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 9, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Cream cheese, butter, and Nutella at breakfast buffet
High priority/08B-02-4
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed live flying insects; 42 in storage room near kitchen entry. 86 throughout kitchen areas. Operator killed all but 7
High priority/35A-02-6/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fully thawed raw tuna in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements.
High priority/01B-13-4
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Intermediate/01C-03-4
Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied.
Intermediate/01C-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice cute for oasis machine at tiki bar has an accumulation of mold like substance
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Pear at breakfast buffet
Intermediate/08B-15-4
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's employee restroom door does not fully close under own weight
Basic/32-04-4
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Under hand wash sink on exterior deck is not tethered
Basic/51-11-4/Repeat Violation
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 tuna in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements. SEE STOP SALE
Basic/06-09-1
Equipment in poor repair. Hood filters over cook line are broken
Basic/14-11-5
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Along door frame of walk in freezer
Basic/14-69-4
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand wash sink on deck between two tiki bars
Basic/29-20-5
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Missing in 2 locations a tiki bar
Basic/29-17-4/Repeat Violation
Sep 5, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 4, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 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 in kitchen at trash can near stairs to side entry
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning/Return visit Sep 4, 2024 · Observed 18 live flying insects at callback. Operator killed 15 Admin Complaint
Aug 30, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 7 high priority.

7 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Operator is vacuum sealing raw fish in a thawed state.
High priority/03G-04-5/Warning
Fish packaged in the establishment using a reduced oxygen method not bearing a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use. No label on packaging
High priority/03G-05-5/Warning
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 5 live flying insects in kitchen at trash can near stairs to side entry
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Behind interior bar. Operator discarded
High priority/41-24-4/Corrected On-Site
Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Breakfast buffet allows for guests to walk on each side of buffet tables. Sneeze guards are only positioned to protect on one side.
High priority/08B-01-4/Warning
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Operator is vacuum sealing raw fish in a thawed state.
High priority/01B-13-4
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Under heat lamp in service window cooked sausage (112F - Hot Holding); cooked potatoes (108F - Hot Holding)
High priority/03B-01-6/Repeat Violation
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Dispenser chute for oasis machine at each bar has an accumulation of mold like substance. Soda guns are soiled at exterior bar
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Only hand wash sink in buffet area is blocked by speed cart. Operator moved
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants.
Intermediate/03G-50-1/Repeat Violation/Warning
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Filters dated 7/27/21 in kitchen
Intermediate/29-28-4
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Compressed air tank not secured in room next to walk in cooler for buffet
Basic/51-11-4
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. In banquet hallway. Multiple pans and other equipment stored with food contact surface facing upwards
Basic/24-05-4
Clean linens stored on floor. On the floor in storage room
Basic/21-17-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Multiple hand wash sinks
Basic/31B-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Build up of dust on Vent covers for condenser in walk in cooler on buffet side.
Basic/23-03-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Open cases of single service items on the floor in storage areas. Operator moved
Basic/25-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Stickers still on avocados in working station
Basic/08B-17-4
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Missing at multiple locations at bars
Basic/29-17-4
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm
Basic/21-08-4
Apr 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Drink pitchers with no lids in stored on service tray in dining area. Operator moved
High priority/08B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. In walk in cooler. Fully thawed tuna in vacuum sealed packaging bearing label with thawing requirements.
High priority/01B-13-4
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Tub of whipped butter (73F - Cold Holding) stored on shelf next to walk in cooler in breakfast area
High priority/03A-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In pan on flat top cooked sausage (97F - Hot Holding). Operator reheated to 170°F
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Servers are rinsing off service trays in well of sink on service line in kitchen
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator is vacuum sealing raw beef and cold holding (not frozen) for up to 1 week
Intermediate/03G-50-1/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Apples and pears for self service in breakfast line are not wrapped
Intermediate/08B-15-4
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. In walk in cooler. Fully thawed tuna in vacuum sealed packaging bearing label with thawing requirements. SEE STOP SALE
Basic/06-09-1
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line. Utensils in standing water at 72°F. Operator discarded
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Aug 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tuna tartar on specialty menu. Operator marked
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle not labeled idntifying liquid contents in tiki bar
Intermediate/41-17-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Condenser fan covers in walk in cooler at breakfast kitchen has an accumulation of dust
Basic/23-03-4
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler. Operator moved
Basic/08B-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. At pool tiki bar
Basic/29-17-4

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