HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS FOOD SERVI
5575 N ATLANTIC AVE, Cocoa Beach FL 32931 · 8682525
Last inspected Aug 10, 2026 · 6 visits since August 2023
3 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Left on countertop during breakfast hours butter (61F - Cold Holding).
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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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.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Left on countertop during breakfast hours butter (61F - Cold Holding).
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Left on countertop during breakfast hours butter (61F - Cold Holding). SEE STOP SALE. Recommend use of time as a public health control
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Over single service and clean linens
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Surface area surrounding dispenser nozzles of coffee makers are soiled
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. All test kits are expired
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. Provided form. Employees reviewed and signed
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottle stored on shelf over food items. Operator moved
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Surface area surrounding dispenser nozzles of juice and coffee machines are soiled
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded.
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Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Sinks in unlicensed areas are not approved as hand wash sinks
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. In meeting room or room 101
No dishwashing facilities of any kind provided.
No handwash sink for employees. Removed for remodel
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 has completely torn down food service areas
Two-compartment sink used for warewashing.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In unisex restrooms
Food stored on floor. Plastic water bottles stored on the floor in meeting room
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In room 101
Single-service articles improperly stored. Multiple cases of single service items stored on the floor in meeting room
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.