SALSAS MEXICAN RESTAURANT
5675 N ATLANTIC AVE STE 119-121, Cocoa Beach FL 32931
Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
AUG 24
FEB 25
SEP 25
JAN 26
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In walk in cooler refried beans (47-55F - Cooling). Placed in walk in cooler on previous day.
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025014457 | Feb 10, 2025 | Mar 17, 2025 | $200 |
| 4--2022049534 | Jul 11, 2022 | Nov 8, 2022 | $200 |
| 4--2019016015 | Feb 4, 2019 | Apr 26, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Drink nozzle in bar area is soiled. Manager had it cleaned.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Manager labeled spray bottle with disinfectant.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. On back line of kitchen by dishwasher, manager has tiles ordered and someone to fix floor
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In employee bathroom, manager put sign up
Jan 30, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 29, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk-in cooler. Raw shelled eggs stored above sliced cheese. Operator moved
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In steamwell and oven cooked rice (112F - Hot Holding); cooked beans (120F - Hot Holding). On grill top cooked pork (125F - Hot Holding)
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/ Elva expired on 2/6/25
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Dispenser chute for iced drinks is soiled. Soda gun tip is soiled. Soda gun holster is soiled. Operator cleaned
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Avocados and oranges still have stickers on them in make line reach-in cooler
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Togo containers stored with food contact surfaces facing upwards. Operator inverted
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw shrimp being thawed in standing water. Operator drained and prepped
Sep 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On grill top cooked pork (116F - Hot Holding). Operator moved over heat
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Table mounted can opener is soiled.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Faith
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered receptacle in small stall of women's bathroom
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Handle to scoop in dry pinto beans is broken off. Operator discarded
Feb 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 10, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In walk in cooler refried beans (47-55F - Cooling). Placed in walk in cooler on previous day. SEE STOP SALE
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler raw shelled eggs stored above queso. Operator moved
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In walk in cooler refried beans (47-55F - Cooling). Placed in walk in cooler on previous day.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Dispenser chute for frozen drinks behind the bar has an accumulation of mold like substance
Ceiling tile missing. Between cook line and office
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On cook line has deep black grooves.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign in employee bathroom
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler shelves are soiled
Single-service articles stored in toilet room/locker room/garbage room/mechanical room. Paper towels stored in employee bathroom. Operator moved
Aug 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In beer walk in cooler cooked beans (48F - Cooling). Beans were placed in cooler the day prior. SEE STOP SALE
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fully thawed raw mahi and salmon in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In beer walk in cooler cooked beans (48F - Cooling). Beans were placed in cooler the day prior.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler on cook line across from flat top shredded cheese (47F - Cold Holding); pico (47F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (47F - Cold Holding); sour cream (46F - Cold Holding); guacamole with tomato (46F - Cold Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Surface area surrounding dispenser nozzles of soda machine and margarita machine have an accumulation of mold like substance Interior of soda gun holster at bar has an accumulation of mold like substance Interior of nozzle of soda gun has an accumulation of mold like substance
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. At soda machine on service line. Accumulation of mold like substance on upper rear corner wall and underside of cover for ice bin
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. 2oz soufflé cup used as scoop in sauce on oven. Operator discarded
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Fully thawed raw mahi and salmon in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements. SEE STOP SALE
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On cook line
Food stored on floor. Soda bibs on the floor in kitchen. Operator moved
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler shelves have an accumulation of mold like substance
Jan 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler. Raw fish stored over queso. Operator moved
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line cooked beef (103F - Hot Holding); cooked rice (98F - Hot Holding)
Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Operator stated that water heater has not been functioning during working hours.
Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. Employee drink in ice bath next to salsa. Operator discarded
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk in cooler shelves are soiled
Aug 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In beer walk in cooler. cooked beans (47-58F - Cooling). Product had been placed in walk in cooler to cool on the day prior and was never moved again. SEE STOP SALE
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Cook scratched arm with gloved hand and did not change gloves or wash hands before touching spatula handles
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Cook touched a soiled towel with gloves hands then began handling clean pan handles and tongs.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw fish and raw beef stored over unwashed produce in walk in cooler. Operator moved
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken and raw fish stored of buckets of queso. Operator moved
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In beer walk in cooler. cooked beans (47-58F - Cooling). Product had been placed in walk in cooler to cool on the day prior and was never moved again
Records/documents for required employee training appear to be falsified. All but 3 employee certificates have been reused for different employees with names and dates changed
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.
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
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In multiple food items on cook line and in walk in cooler
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on front of equipment. operator moved
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In employee restroom
Plumbing system in disrepair. Drain pipe under hand wash sink in employee restroom is not attached
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw fish and chorizo being thawed in standing water on rear prep table. Operator moved under cold running water
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.