Cora Island Cafe

135 N Grove St, Merritt Island, FL 32953

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: May 12, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2023, Cora Island Cafe has three inspections in the public record. On May 12, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated”, which has been cited two times.

Cora Island Cafe scores about where you'd expect for a Merritt Island restaurant. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 12, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler. Raw salmon stored above salami and cooked bacon. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08A-05-6

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 200ppm. Operator diluted to 100ppm **Corrected On-Site**

21-07-4

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Restroom door does not fully close under own weight

32-04-4

Apr 29, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler. Raw shelled eggs and raw bacon stored over plastic water bottles and beer. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chaffing candles stored over single service items. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Owners wife assists with food service for larger events **Warning**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - No running water at mop sink. Mop sink has no water supply for hot or cold water **Warning**

27-11-4

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single service utensils and coffee filters stored unprotected. **Corrected On-Site**

25-06-4

May 11, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other during preparation based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over beef. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-24-5

Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. **Warning**

29-27-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cora Island Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cora Island Cafe on file is from May 12, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cora Island Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cora Island Cafe.

How does Cora Island Cafe compare to other restaurants in Merritt Island?

Cora Island Cafe most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Merritt Island average of 77.

Has Cora Island Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cora Island Cafe have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cora Island Cafe 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 Cora Island Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cora Island Cafe is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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