Brunos Pizza Beachside
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
70
Score
Inspectors have visited Brunos Pizza Beachside nine times, with records going back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 14, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing six times across the record.
Restaurants in Cocoa Beach average 77, so Brunos Pizza Beachside trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Hanging from bell behind the bar. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site**
41-24-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Compressed air tanks next to exterior fence are not tethered
51-11-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall between front and rear kitchen areas. Next to hand wash sink has a hole **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dough racks in walk-in cooler are soiled **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Open case of single service on the floor in the shed
25-05-4
70
Aug 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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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.
53B-14-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall between front and rear kitchen areas **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler shelves are soiled
23-03-4
82
Jan 29, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall between kitchen and front make line areas next to hand wash sink has a large hole
36-24-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of paper towels on the floor in closet
25-05-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Compressed air tanks along fence line next to walk in cooler are not tethered
51-11-4
86
Aug 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Hanging from bar taps. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site**
41-24-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact surface. Covering mixer bowl. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site**
14-05-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floors in walk in cooler
36-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves in walk in cooler are soiled
23-03-4
74
Feb 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Water filter in kitchen above triple sink
29-28-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall between kitchen and make line
36-24-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves
14-17-4
82
Sep 5, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
52
Apr 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Hanging from beer taps. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site**
41-24-4
Intermediate - 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. Using 2009 training book.
11-26-1
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plates in dining area are stored with food contact surface facing upwards. Operator inverted **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Cup without a lid or straw on prep table. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves in pizza make area have a buildup of flour residue. Ice machine door is soiled **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Paper towels in storage closet on the floor **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Vent in kitchen and and rafters over bar have an accumulation of dust. Ceiling over bar and pizza make area are not smooth and easily cleanable. Floors in walk in cooler are not smooth and easily cleanable. Have an accumulation of food debris
36-50-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelves in walk in cooler
14-17-4
58
Nov 30, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Condenser fan covers in walk in cooler are soiled. Floor fan on cook line is soiled
23-03-4
95
Jul 25, 2022
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Restroom doors are not tight fitting **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-25: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan on floor near pizza oven has an accumulation of dust/debris on cover **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-25: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service items stored on the floor in dry storage closet next to women's restroom **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-25: No change **Time Extended**
25-05-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Brunos Pizza Beachside last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Brunos Pizza Beachside on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Brunos Pizza Beachside?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Brunos Pizza Beachside.
How does Brunos Pizza Beachside compare to other restaurants in Cocoa Beach?
Brunos Pizza Beachside most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Cocoa Beach average of 77.
Has Brunos Pizza Beachside's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Brunos Pizza Beachside have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Brunos Pizza Beachside means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Brunos Pizza Beachside inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Brunos Pizza Beachside is inspected around three times per year on average.
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