SALTY SISTERS BAR & GRILL
24 N BREVARD AVE, Cocoa Beach FL 32931 · 321-613-2474
Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023
AUG 24
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JUL 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 32 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects found Observed 3 live flying insects in kitchen
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2022028144 | May 19, 2022 | Feb 15, 2023 | $400 |
| 4--2019027421 | May 13, 2019 | Nov 1, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
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/ Manager came in during inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Deflector plate has some mold like substance. Soda nozzles in bar area have some build up. Bartender is cleaning them
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License posted expired 4-1-26. License is current. Ownership verified. Operator printed and posted current license.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Scoop handle in potato salad. Scoop was removed.
Feb 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed 3 live flying insects in kitchen
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Door handle to reach-in cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk-in cooler shelves are soiled
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Hand wash sink at kitchen entry to breezeway
Aug 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In lower holding area of reach in cooler on cook line. Raw shelled eggs stored over mushrooms. Operator moved
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. soup (120F - Reheating)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler on cook line. sliced cheese (61F - Cold Holding) stocked above fill line of shallow pan with false bottom
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. soup (120F - Reheating)SEE STOP SALE
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/
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Prep shelf on kitchen
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. In used mop water
Mar 26, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 23, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Pest control device positioned on wall above soup. Operator moved
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun holsters behind bar are soiled. Operator cleaned
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Fried egg on menus is served with a liquid yolk. Operator marked all menus
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 handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand wash sink next to exterior ice machine
Aug 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date on filters for ice machine
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Men's restroom sink
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler. Case of unwashed fruits over ready to eat foods. Operator moved
Jul 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top by grill precooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding)
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Triple sink in kitchen 500+ppm operator remade
No soap provided at handwash sink. Near 3 sink area
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine outside near storage and in beer room has accumulation of mold like substance
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed lettuce over Cole slaw operator moved
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 500+. Operator remade
Jan 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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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 working with no certified manager in building
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl being used as a scoop in flour. Operator removed
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hallway tiki bar sink
Plumbing system in disrepair. Soda gun at middle corner across from beer storage room has a clogged drain
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Hallway tiki bar soda gun drain line is missing
Oct 19, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 19, 2023Call 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 - 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/. Added ice machine to rear exterior area. No hand wash sink present
Jul 21, 2023Call 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 - 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/. Added ice machine to rear exterior area. No hand wash sink present
Jul 19, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 500+ppm. Operator diluted to 200ppm
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top reach in cooler on cook line cut tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (53F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (53F - Cold Holding); raw beef (56F - Cold Holding).
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Surface area on under side of beer tower is soiled. Operator cleaned
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/. Added ice machine to rear exterior area. No hand wash sink present
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
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook put on doorag
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.