TWISTED TIDES INC
211 E COCOA BEACH CSWY, Cocoa Beach FL 32931 · 3216313003
Last inspected Jul 31, 2026 · 12 visits since September 2023
JAN 25
JUL 25
JAN 26
MAR 26
JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by 1 live roaches found in dry storage, operator killed.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2021047156 | Aug 17, 2021 | Nov 9, 2021 | $200 |
| 4--2018041284 | Jun 13, 2018 | Aug 29, 2018 | $960 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 31, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 6 grouper 13 mahi not removed from vacuum packaging prior to thaw
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Oyster shucker cutting board Is scored up
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Soufflé cups discarded
Show the remaining 4 findings ▾
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Hood filters have heavy grease build up
Ceiling tile missing. Above clean dish rack
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. 6 grouper 13 mahi
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. On cook line
Jul 30, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 16 findings ▾
Roach activity present as evidenced by 1 live roaches found in dry storage, operator killed.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 6 grouper 13 mahi not removed from vacuum packaging prior to thaw
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. By bus pans
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Cook line hand sink, paper towels replaced
No soap provided at handwash sink. Cook line hand sink, soap replaced.
Oyster shucker cutting board Is scored up
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle by hand sink not labeled
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin and sliding doors have heavy build up of mold like substance, doors taken off and cleaned
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Soufflé cups discarded
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Hood filters have heavy grease build up
Ceiling tile missing. Above clean dish rack
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. 6 grouper 13 mahi
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead in dry storage room, operator cleaned up
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. On cook line
Food stored on floor. 3 bags of sugar, moved on to shelf by manager
Mar 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Cook used bare hands to grab cooked bacon and chop. SEE STOP SALE
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Cook used bare hands to grab cooked bacon and chop. Fully thawed raw mahi in commercial packaging bearing indicator label
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical sternos stored above single service pans in dry storage room behind cook line
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Reef ahi tuna not identified as served raw on menus. Operator marked all menus
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 showed up during inspection
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. Lauren
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Dispenser chute for oasis machine at down stairs bar is soiled. Operator cleaned
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets on runway next to upstairs service aisle
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 in commercial packaging bearing indicator label. SEE STOP SALE
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink on shelf in expo window
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cooks and prep worker. 2 of 3 cooks put on hats
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On stovetop utensils in standing water at 111°F. Operator placed over burner
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Multiple buckets stored on the floor in kitchen. No physical barriers
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Aluminum pans in dry storage behind cook line
Jan 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 8, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
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. Replaced source container. 100ppm.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In forward walk-in cooler, raw shelled eggs and raw pork stored above cooked ribs. Operator moved. In rear walk-in cooler, raw fish stored above case of garlic. Operator moved
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fully thawed raw mahi in commercial packaging bearing indicator label
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Chad has been kitchen manager for a few months
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun holster at downstairs bar is soiled. Operator cleaned. Soda gun nozzles at upstairs bar is soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used as dump sink in downstairs service alley. Ice in well
Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. 123°F.
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 in commercial packaging bearing indicator label. SEE STOP SALE
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Multiple drinks on prep surfaces throughout kitchen. Operator moved
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on forward walk-in cooler door
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream scoop in standing water at 72°F
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Directly on floor in kitchen. Operator placed physical barrier
Oct 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 31, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 21 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority7 Intermediate12 Basic
Show 21 findings ▾
Food-contact surfaces in contact with time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned at least every four hours. Salad tongs and bowl used to mix salad and dressings.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches on the wall by electrical outlet. Manager killed no other live activity observed.
Can opener soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Upstairs roof top bar hand sink used as a dump sink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device or soap provided at handwash sink. Side bar
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/. Upstairs dry storage room. Installed ice machine. No hand wash sink available. No plans on file
Oyster tags not marked with last date served. 3 tags not marked.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. In prep room
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Upstairs roof top bar hand
Accumulation of debris outside and inside warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Above 3 comp sink
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Hand wash sink at end of cook line near fryers does not have a splash guard to protect plates nearby
Clean ice buckets at roof top bar not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Dead roaches on the floor under prep sink.
Heavy Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Storage are where ice machine are stored.
In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses. Roof top bar
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream scoop
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Ice cream station
Several holes in walls in the prep area, or corner coving damage to wall in the dish washing area.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored over ready-to-eat food. Tortillas and egg roll wraps in walk in cooler 2
Jan 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Cook placing shredded cheese on quesadilla with bare hands.
Food contaminated by employees/consumers and operator continued to serve food. See stop sale. Cheese quesadilla
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Case of raw oysters above cans of crab meat. Operator moved
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fully thawed raw mahi in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Missing on multiple tags
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Niçoise salad. Operator marked menus
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Down stairs men's restroom door does not fully close under own weight
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 in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements. SEE STOP SALE
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook put on hair net
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. In walk in cooler. Operator replaced
Aug 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
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
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fully thawed raw mahi, tuna and talapia in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler pico (47F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (47F - Cold Holding)
No soap provided at handwash sink. Behind downstairs bar
No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Tag not with stock in walk in cooler. Operator found and replaced.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided operator with signage
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Downstairs restrooms
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, tuna and talapia in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements. SEE STOP SALE
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Multiple stalls
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on oven door. Operator moved
Jan 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Dispenser chute on oasis machine is soiled. Soda gun behind downstairs bar is soiled
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Downstairs restroom doors are propped open
Ceiling tile missing. Multiple missing ceiling tiles in kitchen and service areas
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In all stalls
Equipment in poor repair. Threshold flooring of walk in freezer is damaged
Toilet leaking. Urinal in upstairs men's restroom leaks when flushed
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Ic shelves are rusted
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Multiple wet wiping cloths stored on cutting boards in kitchen
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 200+ ppm. Operator diluted
Sep 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 500+ppm at upstairs bar. Operator remade to 200ppm
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Tags not kept in chronological order
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. Upper rear corner of ice bin at upstairs bar has an accumulation of mold like substance
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. 2oz soufflé cup used as scoop in Parmesan. Operator discarded
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. All stalls
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ladle in standing water at 90°F on stovetop. Operator discarded
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
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.