JOHNATHANS'S PUB
140 N BREVARD AVE, Cocoa Bch FL 32931 · (407)783-9368
Last inspected Feb 24, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
AUG 23
SEP 24
OCT 25
▲ GETTING WORSE
3 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler sliced cheese (48F - Cold Holding). Stored above fill line of unit
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Feb 24, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 20, 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
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No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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/. Installed exterior bar with ice machine and no hand wash sink. No plans on file
Jan 20, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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/. Installed exterior bar with ice machine and no hand wash sink. No plans on file
Dec 16, 2025Call 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
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No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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/. Installed exterior bar with ice machine and no hand wash sink. No plans on file
Oct 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
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Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Beneath fruit cutting area in bar. Operator discarded
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler sliced cheese (48F - Cold Holding). Stored above fill line of unit
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/ Dan expired in 2024
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun nozzles and holsters behind the bar are soiled
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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/. Installed exterior bar with ice machine and no hand wash sink. No plans on file
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Men's restroom to the right of bar
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 in kitchen. Operator cleaned. Interior of ice machine at exterior bar
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Sealed packages of cheese stored beneath dripping condenser in walk in cooler. Operator moved
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. On bar top in reach of customers
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. In front of kitchen door at interior bar
Sep 23, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Multiple emitting strips behind the bar. Operator discarded
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Fruit press is soiled. Interior of holster for soda gun behind bar has an accumulation of mold like substance
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Expired in 2018
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand wash sink in kitchen is not functioning. Faucet is broken off
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen has an accumulation of mold like substance behind the deflector plate
Food stored on floor. In walk in cooler case with tomatoes and onions on the floor. Operator moved. In rear office. Cases of plastic water bottles on the floor. Operator moved
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In ens and women's restrooms. Provided operator with signage
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Straws on bar top in reach of customers are not wrapped
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Missing at soda gun behind bar nearest entry doors
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 500+ppm. Operator discarded
Aug 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Behind bar, next to fruit press. Operator discarded
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Upper cup of juice press is soiled. Interior of soda gun holster behind bar is soiled. Operator cleaned
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. Operator had new hire review and sign during inspection
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Employee restroom
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Case of tomatoes with lid in walk in cooler under dripping from condenser. Operator moved
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Unwrapped straws on bar top in reach of customers
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.