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HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS FOOD SERVI

5575 N ATLANTIC AVE, Cocoa Beach FL 32931 · 8682525

Last inspected Aug 10, 2026 · 6 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats24
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA1505199
Grade history
AUG 23
MAR 25
MAY 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

3 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.

Worst finding 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).
High priority/01B-02-5
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Inspection history

6 visits, newest first

Aug 10, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 7, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
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/Warning/Return visit Jul 7, 2026 · Issue with vendor providing certificate Time Extended
May 5, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority5 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Left on countertop during breakfast hours butter (61F - Cold Holding).
High priority/01B-02-5
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
High priority/03A-02-5
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Over single service and clean linens
High priority/41-10-4/Repeat Violation
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Surface area surrounding dispenser nozzles of coffee makers are soiled
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. All test kits are expired
Intermediate/16-37-1
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/Warning
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
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site
Mar 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottle stored on shelf over food items. Operator moved
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Surface area surrounding dispenser nozzles of juice and coffee machines are soiled
Intermediate/22-02-4
Oct 17, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 16, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Sinks in unlicensed areas are not approved as hand wash sinks
Intermediate/12A-03-4
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. In meeting room or room 101
Intermediate/31A-07-4
No dishwashing facilities of any kind provided.
Intermediate/16-22-4
No handwash sink for employees. Removed for remodel
Intermediate/31A-12-4
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/. Operator has completely torn down food service areas
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
Two-compartment sink used for warewashing.
Intermediate/16-28-4
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Basic/32-04-4
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In unisex restrooms
Basic/32-12-5
Food stored on floor. Plastic water bottles stored on the floor in meeting room
Basic/08B-38-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In room 101
Basic/31B-04-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Multiple cases of single service items stored on the floor in meeting room
Basic/25-05-4

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.