Arbetters Hot Dogs

816 Dixon Blvd, Cocoa, FL 329226805

American

Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Arbetters Hot Dogs has eight inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 23, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly five violations earlier on.

“Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

That's lower than the typical Cocoa restaurant, which scores around 82. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 23, 2026

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - 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/

53A-05-6

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. April 1/2023-1/2026

53B-14-5

Basic - Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Male bath urinal is not working. Establishments does have a out of order sign posted **Repeat Violation**

32-23-5

Oct 21, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile in kitchen and where reach in cooler/reach in freezer are showing alignment little bit of damage

36-32-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter need some cleaning little grease soiled

23-03-4

Basic - Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. In male bathroom urinal not working establishments does have out of order sign for urinal. Male bathroom does have a working toilet **Repeat Violation**

32-23-5

Feb 28, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Oct 18, 2024

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents above pick up window is soiled with dust

36-34-5

Basic - Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Observed in male bathroom unrinal not working properly. Male bathroom does have working toilet **Repeat Violation**

32-23-4

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Floor drain in the back if the house unsealed concrete **Repeat Violation**

36-02-5

Basic - Bathroom located outside establishment not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors or constructed to have entrances and exits that ensure the privacy of occupants. Observed both female bathroom and male bathroom doors does not self close

32-22-4

Jan 9, 2024

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling tiles in back by reach in coolers are damaged

36-32-5

Basic - Observed current license is not displayed but according to myfloridalicense.com the license is current and fees are paid up to date

50-09-4

Basic - Observed floor where the drain at is concrete is unsealed

36-02-5

Basic - Observed in male bathroom the urinal is not properly operating. It does has out of order sign on it. There toilet it properly working for customers.

32-23-4

Jul 13, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.

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High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 1 can petite diced tomatoes, 6.4 lb size can.

01B-01-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Multiple ceiling tiles in back room, damaged or not correct tiles that are smooth and easily cleanable **Repeat Violation**

36-32-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Fees are now current but new year license not posted.

50-09-4

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. **Repeat Violation**

36-17-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents over fryer units soiled. **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind 3 compartment sink

36-27-5

Jan 18, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present

FL-38

Jul 11, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. hot dogs on line from 1045 an (118-122F - Hot Holding); reheated on stove to 177within 20 mins. ( - Reheating) **Corrected On-Site**

03B-01-6

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Fees current but license posted is expired 4/1/2022.

50-09-4

Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Floor tile missing or broken thru kitchen and prep areas. Ceiling tiles in need of repair or replacement in kitchen. Wall behind and floor under 3 compartment sink soiled. **Repeat Violation**

36-10-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Arbetters Hot Dogs last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Arbetters Hot Dogs on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Arbetters Hot Dogs?

Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Arbetters Hot Dogs.

How does Arbetters Hot Dogs compare to other restaurants in Cocoa?

Arbetters Hot Dogs most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Cocoa average of 82.

Has Arbetters Hot Dogs' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Arbetters Hot Dogs have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Arbetters Hot Dogs means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Arbetters Hot Dogs inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Arbetters Hot Dogs is inspected around two times per year on average.

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