RAMADA INN
4225 WEST KING ST, Cocoa FL 32926 · 321-632-1065
Last inspected Oct 29, 2025 · 6 visits since October 2023
OCT 23
AUG 24
AUG 25
▲ GETTING WORSE
3 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. April 1,2024
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $480
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2026011836 | Oct 29, 2025 | Mar 23, 2026 | $320 |
| 4--2019024525 | Apr 1, 2019 | May 28, 2019 | $160 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Oct 29, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test strips available.
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/. Food service part of the hotel original kitchen removed but ware-washing sink is still part of the original kitchen.
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.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout kitchen
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Ceiling tile missing. Above three compartment sink
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Above three compartment sink
Equipment in poor repair. Interior of microwave flaking.
Hole in or other damage to wall. On wall behind three compartment sink
Ice buildup in reach-in cooler in kitchen and in ice cream freezer in back area.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. On buffet line
Light not functioning. No proper lighting above three compartment sink.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Multiple old unused equipment in room back of kitchen going through renovation leading to three compartment sink.
Aug 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 23 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority7 Intermediate12 Basic
Show 23 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator paid while inspectors were still present.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On buffet line: waffle batter (77F - Cold Holding). Operator placed item on time plan
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On buffet line: precooked eggs for 15 minutes (111F - Hot Holding); sliced ham (98F - Hot Holding); gravy (121F - Hot Holding). Operator placed items on time plan
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Outside hose Bibb with no vacuum breaker installed.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. None available
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test strips available.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided some napkins
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/. Food service part of the hotel original kitchen removed but ware-washing sink is still part of the original kitchen.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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. Operator provided with a copy.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout kitchen
Ceiling tile missing. Above three compartment sink
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Above three compartment sink
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In reach in freezer by hand sink in kitchen
Equipment in poor repair. Interior of microwave flaking.
Hole in or other damage to wall. On wall behind three compartment sink
Ice buildup in reach-in cooler in kitchen and in ice cream freezer in back area.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. On buffet line
Light not functioning. No proper lighting above three compartment sink.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Mop soiled water is dumped in the pond outside, water source from a faucet outside.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Paper Plates and spoons on buffet line
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Multiple old unused equipment in room back of kitchen going through renovation leading to three compartment sink.
Nov 25, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Perforated acoustic tile throughout kitchen.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Multiple old unused equipment in room back of kitchen going through renovation leading to three compartment sink.
Oct 22, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
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 currently started renovations process no plans on file.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Perforated acoustic tile throughout kitchen.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Multiple old unused equipment in room back of kitchen going through renovation leading to three compartment sink.
Aug 23, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. April 1,2024
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 currently started renovations process no plans on file.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Perforated acoustic tile throughout kitchen.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Multiple old unused equipment in room back of kitchen going through renovation leading to three compartment sink.
Oct 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle and can of cleaner stored on food prep counter
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle yellow liquid not labeled.
Light not functioning. Kitchen area
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Interior of reach in cooler in kitchen rusting, back bottom 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.