KELSEYS PIZZERIA
6811 N US HWY 1, Cocoa FL 32927
Last inspected Jul 23, 2026 · 11 visits since October 2023
FEB 24
SEP 24
AUG 25
FEB 26
JUL 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach next to detergent containers by back door.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $4,180
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2018008836 | Nov 16, 2017 | Mar 21, 2018 | $800 |
| 4--2017007836 | Dec 12, 2016 | Mar 29, 2017 | $800 |
| 4--2016038418 | Jun 28, 2016 | Sep 13, 2016 | $700 |
| 4--2015014762 | Feb 18, 2015 | Apr 23, 2015 | $1,880 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Used To line pizza dough in reach in cooler
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/ 4 employees present on site with no manager available
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By dish machine area. Operator added some
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Inside shredded cheese and ham on make table.
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Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. On bar area
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets in multiple reach in coolers in kitchen. Freezer in disrepair by triple sink
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. By kitchen entrance and by back door
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing In restrooms
Feb 17, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Dough Mixer Can opener Interior of microwave on cook line
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/
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Across kitchen
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. In reach in cooler where raw dough is stored in kitchen
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. On bar area
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Energy drink and fruits stored in reach in cooler by kitchen entrance. Also employee drinks stored on shelf by make table.Operator removed
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets in multiple reach in cooler in kitchen Broken reach in cooler handles in kitchen
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. By kitchen entrance
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. In reach in freezer in bar area and back office area.
Feb 9, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 21 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate12 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishmachine in disrepair.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. In multiple container where food items are stored
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef burger patties stored above pita bread in reach in freezer by pizza boxes shelf. Operator removed
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Butter pats on front counter area stored at 74F for 4 hours. Operator discarded them. Recommended operator to place butter pats on time plan
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter pats on front counter area stored at 74F for 4 hours. Operator discarded them. Pizza sauce stored on make table at 46F for 3 hours. Operator placed pizza sauce in cooler to rapid chill. Recommended operator to place butter pats and pizza sauce on time plan. Operator Filled time as public health control form
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Dough Mixer Can opener Interior of microwave on cook line
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 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. Missing for Riley and Armando
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. For pizza slices. Operator completed time plan during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Across kitchen
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. In reach in cooler where raw dough is stored in kitchen
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. On bar area
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Energy drink and fruits stored in reach in cooler by kitchen entrance. Also employee drinks stored on shelf by make table.Operator removed
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets in multiple reach in cooler in kitchen Broken reach in cooler handles in kitchen
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. By kitchen entrance
Food stored on floor. Pickles bucket, bag of unwashed onions and bag of unwashed carrots stored on walk in cooler floor. Operator removed.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. In reach in freezer in bar area and back office area.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In shredded cheese container. Operator removed.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed spinach stored above prepped salad in walk in cooler. Operator removed.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. In front area
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Clear liquid squeeze bottle on cook line not labeled. Per operator, labeled wine.
Dec 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout kitchen
Oct 29, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved. 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/. Women restroom remodel, no updated plans in OnBase.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout kitchen
Sep 4, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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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/ Expired on 8/21/2025
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Cutting boards all over kitchen -Slicer in kitchen
No plan review submitted and approved. 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/. Women restroom remodel, no updated plans in OnBase.
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.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout kitchen
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In all women restrooms
Equipment in poor repair. Three compartment sink leg replaced by a bucket. Torn Gasket in reach in cooler under make table next to hand wash sink Torn foil in reach on cooler shelves in kitchen
Hole in or other damage to wall. One in kitchen behind make table and one behind pizza boxes rack.
Light not functioning. 1 light burned out Over fryers and grill in kitchen
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind all kitchen equipment
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On cook line
Aug 27, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 32 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate23 Basic
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Non-food grade bags used as liner for food container. Pizza dough in kitchen on prep table and in reach in cooler. Operator removed
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach next to detergent containers by back door.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. WD40 and degreaser on shelf next to cans of clams. Operator moved
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/ Expired on 8/21/2025
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Cutting boards all over kitchen -Slicer in kitchen
No plan review submitted and approved. 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/. Women restroom remodel, no updated plans in OnBase.
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 was provided with a copy. Operator had available employees sign
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Shredded cheese prepped/shredded 2 days ago not date marked House made ranch sauce not date marked prepared 2 days ago Operator date marked items
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout kitchen
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -Pizza pans stored on shelf in kitchen unprotected -Plates at front counter area. -Ice buckets not inverted on bar area by ice machine. COS
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In all women restrooms
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach under make table by long white reach in coolers next to pizza rack. 4 dead roaches under hand sink next to walk in cooler by make table. 6 dead roaches next to gallons of chemicals in kitchen. 2 dead roaches in storage room next to mixer 5 dead roaches under hand sink by back door. 2 dead roaches under flat grill. Operator removed and cleaned all
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Next to mixer on prep table in kitchen. Operator moved
Equipment in poor repair. Three compartment sink leg replaced by a bucket. Torn Gasket in reach in cooler under make table next to hand wash sink Torn foil in reach on cooler shelves in kitchen
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. All over kitchen and under equipment
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. In kitchen. Operator removed
Hole in or other damage to wall. One in kitchen behind make table and one behind pizza boxes rack.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tong hanging on over door handle in kitchen by office. Operator removed.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave next to kitchen pizza oven
Light not functioning. 1 light burned out Over fryers and grill in kitchen
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Operator was provided a copy.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In both women and men restrooms
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Exterior of all kitchen equipment. -Exterior of dough mixer -Fan cover in storage room
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee bottles of water in reach in freezer. Operator removed
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go aluminum pans stored on shelf above make table unprotected.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind all kitchen equipment
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On cook line
Sep 11, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents soiled in kitchen areas.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In center restroom and unisex restroom near bar.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board soiled on cookline reach in cooler near hand wash sink.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Kitchen floors under and between equipment soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soda machine at wait station soiled. Exterior of equipment soiled fryers and grill. Multiple refrigeration gaskets soiled.
Sep 10, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter flip top cooler food items under 4 hours sausage half's (56F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (52F - Cold Holding); sliced turkey (56F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (54F - Cold Holding)
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents soiled in kitchen areas.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets not stored inverted. Operator inverted.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In center restroom and unisex restroom near bar.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board soiled on cookline reach in cooler near hand wash sink.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Kitchen floors under and between equipment soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soda machine at wait station soiled. Exterior of equipment soiled fryers and grill. Multiple refrigeration gaskets soiled.
Feb 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate10 Basic
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Opened heavy whipping cream at bar, not dated within opened 24 hours, corrected
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at the dish washing station, no paper towels or soap.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days opened commercially processed, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Cheese and meat stuffed ready to eat pastas pulled from freezer, not dated.
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. JustinH. Expire 2-25-23
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle of yellow liquid (sanitizer) not labeled, corrected
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Soiled and in need of de-limed. Exterior of Dish Washing Machine also soiled.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Pizza station make table cutting board.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Reach in cooler unit at salad station, door handle
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Blue Thermo cup on prep table on cooks line. 2nd employee beverage stored over prep table at the salad station.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floors, walls and baseboards under and behind equipment soiled, old food debris also present.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer unit in back wait station corner.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of cooking equipment soiled. Fryer units and sides of grill.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Small upright reach in cooler unit near offivpce, interior soiled.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Back prep table next to grill.
Oct 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 25 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority4 Intermediate17 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 5.5# can of artichoke hearts (1) can
Pesticide use not in accordance with manufacturer's directions. Glue trip stored with food items on shelve, corrected by operator
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Partial opened case of raw bacon stored over ready to eat items in walk in cooler, corrected by operator
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Liquid dish soap stored with cleaned dishes, corrected by operator
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. 2 new wait staff employees ( Joseph and Anissa ) on site 2-3 weeks without signed employee agreement, operator made copies of report and had them signed while inspection was taking place.
Nonservice animals in the food establishment or on premises.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Prepared on site spinach pie and lasagna not date mark when removed from freezer, corrected by operator
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. Expired 4/15/23 samatha B. Expired 2/25/23 Lauren m. Expired 2-25-23 Justin H.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Deflector in ice bin of ice machine soiled and interior of door/lid soiled
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Plumbing and water lines behind Dish Washing Machine soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Lids to make stored directly on floor between uses, corrected
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Corrected by operator.
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches find by the back door, both removed and area cleaned by Operator.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage stored over clients in wait station, corrected.
Equipment in poor repair. Door gasket broken on reach in freezer in back
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Walls behind equipment on back cooks line and dishwashing station soiled
Hole in or other damage to wall. Dough prep room with hole in the wall
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Upright reach in cooler units in wait station area without ambient air thermometers, placed in units by operator
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of prep tables bottom shelves and table legs, soiled. Exterior of cooking equipment on back cooks line soiled. Exterior splash area of floor mixer soiled from old food debris.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler drawers at grill soiled.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Opened cases of paper goods stored on wood floor of outside shed.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water, wiping cloth in place to absorb water on bottom of upright reach in cooler unit in wait station area
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.