Aloha Tiki Bar & Cafe
Last inspected: Mar 27, 2026
26
Score
Aloha Tiki Bar & Cafe has been inspected nine times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 27, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around three violations to closer to eight violations.
When inspectors have written things up, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.
That's lower than the typical Cocoa Beach restaurant, which scores around 77. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
9
Inspections
5
Critical latest
4
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 27, 2026
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. liquid cheese (92F - Hot Holding) in dispenser unit. SEE STOP SALE
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored above cooked chicken in reach-in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Bagged pork and slaw. SEE STOP SALE
02C-01-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Bagged pork and slaw.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. liquid cheese (92F - Hot Holding) in dispenser unit.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun tip and holster have an accumulation of mold like substances
22-02-4
Intermediate - 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/. Moved ice maker next to reach-in coolers under stairwell. No hand wash sink in area. Contacted plan review. Updated plans over phone **Corrected On-Site**
51-16-7
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. In kitchen
31B-05-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No dates on filters for ice machines
29-28-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substances behind deflector plate
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Compressed air tanks not secured behind the bar
51-11-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on reach-in cooler with dripping condenser unit.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. In reach-in cooler. Sauces and produce under dripping condenser unit.
08B-36-4
26
Nov 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fully thawed raw tuna in commercial packaging bearing indicator label
01B-13-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw tuna stored over krab. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun nozzle at tiki bar is soiled
22-02-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date of last service for filter at ice machine next to laundry room
29-28-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Compressed air tank not secured behind tiki bar
51-11-4
Basic - 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 tuna in commercial packaging bearing indicator label. SEE STOP SALE
06-09-1
55
Apr 8, 2025
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - 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 **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. 2oz plastic soufflé cups used as scoop for corn salsa. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Clean linens stored in improper location. Bag of clean towels stored in mop sink. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
21-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Togo boxes on shelf stored with food contact surface facing upwards. Cases of paper towels and cups stored on the floor in laundry room
25-05-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Multiple food items in lower holding area of reach in cooler are not covered
08B-12-5
Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Tiki bar **Repeat Violation**
29-17-4
74
Oct 1, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
14-05-4
Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Operator reattached drain line **Corrected On-Site**
29-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substance
22-20-5
86
Feb 29, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Establishment advertised crab on menu/menu board but served imitation crab. Operator changed menus to be spelled with "k" **Corrected On-Site**
52-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun holster at tiki bar is soiled. Operator cleaned **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Avocados still have stickers
08B-39-4
78
Aug 29, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
74
Apr 18, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 13, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In main reach in cooler on make line raw tuna (47F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (47F - Cold Holding); bean salsa (47F - Cold Holding); burger patties (47F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (47F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding); potato salad (47F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (47F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (47F - Cold Holding); Hot Dogs (47F - Cold Holding). All food items have been in unit over night. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs over multiple ready to eats foods. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Tuna in vacuum sealed packaging fully defrosted.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In main reach in cooler on make line raw tuna (47F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (47F - Cold Holding); bean salsa (47F - Cold Holding); burger patties (47F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (47F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding); potato salad (47F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (47F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (47F - Cold Holding); Hot Dogs (47F - Cold Holding). All food items have been in unit over night.
01B-02-5
Basic - 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 **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic cup used as scoop in white granular substance. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Reach in cooler on make line has a buildup of ice on interior. Ambient temperature of unit is 47°F
14-74-7
Basic - 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. Tuna in vacuum sealed packaging fully defrosted. SEE STOP SALE
06-09-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cooking oil containers stored on the floor beneath hand wash sink. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Behind bar **Repeat Violation**
29-17-4
41
Dec 15, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. 14 4oz containers of cooked rice. SEE STOP SALE
02C-01-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 14 4oz containers of cooked rice.
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pillow stuffed well. Oper moved **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels.
31B-05-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substance on/behind the deflector plate
22-20-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Air curtain has an accumulation of dust
23-03-4
Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. In bar area.
29-17-4
52
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Aloha Tiki Bar & Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Aloha Tiki Bar & Cafe on file is from Mar 27, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Aloha Tiki Bar & Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Aloha Tiki Bar & Cafe.
How does Aloha Tiki Bar & Cafe compare to other restaurants in Cocoa Beach?
Aloha Tiki Bar & Cafe most recently scored 26 out of 100, which is lower than the Cocoa Beach average of 77.
Has Aloha Tiki Bar & Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Aloha Tiki Bar & Cafe have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Aloha Tiki Bar & Cafe means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Aloha Tiki Bar & Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Aloha Tiki Bar & Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.
Nearby Restaurants