LUDZ FOODIE GRILL
3688 N ATLANTIC AVE, Cocoa Beach FL 32931 · 321-613-2088
Last inspected Jul 14, 2026 · 16 visits since March 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Sewage/wastewater backing up through sinks. Triple sinks and attached hand wash sink. Old waste water in wells. Operator stated that he must manually scoop wastewater from sinks in order to refill for attempt at cleaning wares and food contact surfaces
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
16 visits, newest first
Jul 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Sausage over cookies, employee moved cookies
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Ham not date marked, employee date marked it.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flours, employee labeled.
Jan 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Multiple ceiling tiles not properly seated in kitchen.
Apr 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 21, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired on April 1, 2025
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. On open top of reach in cooler on make line Mac and cheese (63F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (65F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (64F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (63F - Cold Holding); slaw (63F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On open top of reach in cooler on make line Mac and cheese (63F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (65F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (64F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (63F - Cold Holding); slaw (63F - Cold Holding) SEE STOP SALE
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Currently on warning from previous inspection
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. Currently on warning from previous inspection
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. Currently on warning from previous inspection
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date of last service on filter for soda machine
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. 4oz plastic soufflé cup used for rice
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Large puddle of grease under cooking equipment
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Surface area surrounding hoods has an accumulation of grease dripping
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Sanitizer bucket stored on the floor behind front counter. Operator moved
Stored food not covered. Large White granular substance removed from original packaging is not labeled identifying by common name bins of rice and granulars do not have lids closed when not being actively used. Operator closed
Mar 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Mac and cheese (63F - Cold Holding); buttermilk ranch (63F - Cold Holding) stored in nonfunctional reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Mac and cheese (63F - Cold Holding); buttermilk ranch (63F - Cold Holding) stored in nonfunctional reach in cooler. SEE STOP SALE
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Currently on warning from previous inspection
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. Currently on warning from previous inspection
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. Currently on warning from previous inspection
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic soufflé cup used as scoop for rice
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Handles to reach in freezer and both wing reach in coolers to right of fryers
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. Glass door reach in cooler does not maintain a temperature below 41°F. Ambient temp 64°F
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Accumulation of grease dripping form hoods
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Floors under fryers have puddles of grease/oil
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop head stored in bucket with waste water
Mar 12, 2025Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Unable to locate
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. Unable to locate
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. Unable to locate
Mar 12, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Operator is unable to sanitize food contact surfaces due to triple sink not being functional
Sewage/wastewater backing up through sinks. Triple sink and hand wash sink at rear of kitchen. Sewage in left most sink well at first look. Other 2 sinks empty. I ran water into one drained well and colored water began to fill third sink well. Fluids did not drain after shutting off faucet
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink next to triple sink has backed up sewage in well
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Unable to locate
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. Unable to locate
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. Unable to locate
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Triple sink and hand wash sink at rear of kitchen
Mar 11, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 22 violations recorded, 6 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
6 High priority6 Intermediate10 Basic
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Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Puddle of white fluid on the ground at rear loading area
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Operator is unable to sanitize food contact surfaces due to triple sink not being functional
Sewage/wastewater backing up through sinks. Triple sink and hand wash sink at rear of kitchen. Sewage in left most sink well at first look. Other 2 sinks empty. I ran water into one drained well and colored water began to fill third sink well. Fluids did not drain after shutting off faucet
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In glass door reach in cooler next to prep table milk (51F - Cold Holding); buttermilk (51F - Cold Holding); blue cheese crumbles (51F - Cold Holding); blue cheese dressing (51F - Cold Holding); buttermilk ranch (51F - Cold Holding); butter (51F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (51F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Mac and cheese (51F - Cold Holding); slaw (51F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In glass door reach in cooler next to prep table milk (51F - Cold Holding); buttermilk (51F - Cold Holding); blue cheese crumbles (51F - Cold Holding); blue cheese dressing (51F - Cold Holding); buttermilk ranch (51F - Cold Holding); butter (51F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (51F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Mac and cheese (51F - Cold Holding); slaw (51F - Cold Holding)SEE STOP SALE
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottles on prep surface. Operator moved
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Surface area surrounding mixer arm insert point for shake stirrers is soiled. Cleaned
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink next to triple sink has backed up sewage in well
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Unable to locate
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. Unable to locate
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. Unable to locate
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Door handles at chicken station and prepped chicken reach in cooler are soiled
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Compressed air tanks in closet near mop sink are not secured.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Sugar container cover is cracked
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil, chicken marinade, pickles and soda bibs stored on the floor
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream scoops and tea spouts stored in standing water at 72°F. Operator discarded water
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Preset boats with liner are stored on shelf at kitchen entry with food contact surface facing upwards. Open case of cups stored on the floor in dry storage area
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Triple sink and hand wash sink at rear of kitchen
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Forks, knives and spoons at self service station in lobby are not organized with all handles facing same direction
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop stored with head on the ground in between uses
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm at sanitizer bucket beneath liquid cheese dispenser. Remade to 150ppm
Dec 30, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 30, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 3 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Operator is unable to properly sanitize food contact surfaces due to triple sink system not being able to drain.
Sewage/wastewater backing up through sinks. Triple sinks and attached hand wash sink. Old waste water in wells. Operator stated that he must manually scoop wastewater from sinks in order to refill for attempt at cleaning wares and food contact surfaces
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Triple sink and connected hand wash sink backup into one another during use and attempts to drain
Dec 30, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand wash sink to the right of triple sink does not drain effectively
Nov 12, 2024Call 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 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.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand wash sink to the right of triple sink does not drain effectively
Nov 5, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Rear deck and surrounding areas have buildup of residues from dumping
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.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Men's restroom door
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand wash sink to the right of triple sink does not drain effectively
Oct 28, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Rear deck and surrounding areas have buildup of residues from dumping
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No vacuum breaker I stain hose bib at rear of building
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.
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Rear wooden ramp is has broken planking
Plumbing system in disrepair. Pipe under mop sink is leaking
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Men's restroom door
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand wash sink to the right of triple sink does not drain effectively
Stored food not covered. Boxes of spices are stored with bags open. Operator closed
Jun 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired April 1, 2024
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No vacuum breaker installed at hose bib on rear of building
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Surface area at contact point of mixer arm for shakes is soiled operator cleaned
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Green scrubber pad floating in the well to the right of triple sink
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test strips for quat
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Multiple spray bottles not labeled identifying contents
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Container fully submerged in marinade
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach in cooler to the right of fryers
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. On clean/dry racks multiple containers stored not inverted
Food stored on floor. Cases of chicken marinade stored on floor in corner of kitchen near reach in cooler Soda bibs in service area stored on the floor
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler to the right of fryers
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Sanitizer bucket stored on floor behind service counter waitress moved
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Men's room
Single-service articles improperly stored. Multiple cases of single service items stored on floor in kitchen and service areas Multiple ss items to go boxes, aluminum pans, utensils stored with food contact surfaces exposed in kitchen area
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand wash sink to the right of triple sink does not drain
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Hanging on edge of sanitizer bucket educated operator
Mar 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In stand up glass door reach in cooler milk (47F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (47F - Cold Holding).
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In stand up glass door reach in cooler milk (47F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (47F - Cold Holding). SEE STOP SALE
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Missing in women's restroom
Food stored on floor. Bag of rice on the floor in the kitchen. Operator moved
Single-service articles improperly stored. Multiple cases of single service items stored on the floor behind front counter. Operator moved
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.