TACO SPOT
3800 N ATLANTIC AVE STE 6, Cocoa Beach FL 32931 · 9128504600
Last inspected Aug 5, 2026 · 6 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025003611 | Nov 20, 2024 | Feb 19, 2025 | $160 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Aug 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 4, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0ppm
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. No forms for newest hired employees
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date on filter for ice machine
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. All 3 restroom door do not fully close under own weight
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Multiple shelves in kitchen
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Krab and raw shrimp being thawed in standing water. Operator turned on cold water
Nov 20, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Quaternary sanitizer buckets at 500+ppm. Operator remade to 300ppm
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Seared tuna, California rolls, and spider roll. Marking worn off. Operator marked all menus again
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. Still no certificate for Steven
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Employee restroom. Operator fixed
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior bottom of reach in cooler for beer behind bar has an accumulation of mold like substance
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Krab sticks being thawed in standing water. Operator removed
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. In glass door reach in cooler in ct through from service line to cook line. Unwashed produce stored over washed produce and ready to eat foods.
May 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Container of water in well near sushi line. Employee filled sanitizer buckets at hand wash sink behind bar
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. Steven has been employed for over 60 days
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar sink.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 500+ppm operator discarded
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Block of wood used to elevate cutting board on make line. Operator removed
Nov 30, 2023Inspection 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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Container of medicine improperly stored. Medicine bottle on shelf in kitchen over reach in cooler. Operator discarded
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Cook moved trash can with gloved hands and then began touching clean equipment without washing hands and changing gloves
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Seared tuna, California, Spider not marked with asterisks to identify as having raw ingredients. Operator marked
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
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelves in reach in coolers are rusted and chipping
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.