SUNSET CAFE GRILL & BAR
500 W COCOA BCH CSWY, Cocoa Bch FL 32931 · (407)783-8485
Last inspected Aug 7, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 22 points better than where it started.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top reach-in cooler on cook line grouper (44F - Cold Holding)
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2019050588 | Sep 25, 2019 | Oct 25, 2019 | $400 |
| 4--2017006567 | Dec 5, 2016 | Feb 23, 2017 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
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/ Sandra took the exam, is just waiting on the certificate.
Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Bleach in bottle not labeled on mop bucket, maintenance labeled
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Plastic lids on crackers
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer under condenser unit
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No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In pepsi cooler with butter and sour cream stored at server station, manager placed thermometer in unit
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. On cook line hand sink, manager placed sign
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Mop sink clogged, maintenance man working on unclogging it
Jan 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top reach-in cooler on cook line grouper (44F - Cold Holding)
Consumer advisory for raw or undercooked oysters not posted/provided in a conspicuous location. Posted near interior bathrooms. Operator moved sign to front entry.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Dispenser chute for Oasis drink machine is soile. Operator cleaned
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered waste receptacle in small stall of interior women's bathroom
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. On shelf over prep table. Operator moved
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 25ppm. Operator remade to 50ppm
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Propane gas tanks behind service station on covered deck. Operator moved
Aug 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top reach in cooler on cook line raw mahi (47F - Cold Holding); raw grouper (47F - Cold Holding)
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date of last service for filter behind ice machine
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
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of napkins on the floor behind counter
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Wine cooler behind exterior bar
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Operator moved
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Left on countertops between uses. Operator placed back in solution
Jan 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Dispenser chute for oasis machines behind the bar have an accumulation of mold like substance. Operator began cleaning
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. On rear deck. Operator tethered
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 25ppm.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Behind the bar. Operator moved
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. At service station near bar
Aug 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 28, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Employee dumped mop bucket on the ground in rear dock during inspection
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In reach in cooler in prep area cut lettuce (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); hard boiled eggs (51F - Cold Holding); ceviche (51F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (51F - Cold Holding); cheesecake (51F - Cold Holding).
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler in prep area cut lettuce (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); hard boiled eggs (51F - Cold Holding); ceviche (51F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (51F - Cold Holding); cheesecake (51F - Cold Holding). SEE STOP SALE
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Multiple containers on storage shelves in kitchen areas
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout kitchen areas
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream scoop in standing water at 83°F. Operator discarded
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Bucket near rear door. Operator remade to 50ppm
Jan 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In walk in cooler. Case of raw pork stored over raw fish. Operator moved
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In black reach in cooler on cook line raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (49F - Cold Holding)
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Menu board at front entrance does not identify oysters or ceviche as being served raw. Operator marked with asterisks
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Restroom door in office is propped open
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer has a buildup of ice at condenser and around seam of door
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Mop sink on rear deck is slow draining.
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Main bar
Jul 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In service window cut tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding); slaw (49F - Cold Holding). Items were moved to ice tub
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In dry storage room stored over consumables. Operator moved
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker installed on hose bib at mop sink
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Glass mats at main bar are soiled. Operator cleaned
Clams/mussels/oysters removed from original container for long-term storage. Tags removed from containers prior to the time last of stock is sold
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Patio restroom
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At main bar. Operator posted new sign
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Condenser fan covers in walk in cooler have an accumulation of dust. Operator cleaned Grease dripping from suppression pipes over cook lin. Operator cleaned
Single-service articles improperly stored. Cases of napkins stored on the floor behind interior service counter. Operator moved
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. At main bar
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.