Island Time Marina

400 W Cocoa Beach Causeway, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
Seafood
Last inspected: Apr 1, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Island Time Marina 12 times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Apr 1, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around eight violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “stop sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.

Compared to the broader Cocoa Beach restaurant scene, this is about average. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

12
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 1, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer. Faded for chlorine **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-01: **Time Extended**
16-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Cook did not wash lettuce before preparation **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-01: **Time Extended**
08B-39-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : 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 **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-01: No change **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. On grass area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-01: **Time Extended**
33-23-4
78
Mar 23, 2026
Routine - Food
8 critical violations. 4 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 24 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Garlic aioli and salsa. **Warning**
01B-24-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Food stored under dripping water line. In walk-in cooler. Pipe beneath condenser dripping a fluid on to wings, cooked beans, meatballs, cut cabbage, and mango salsa. Fully thawed raw tuna and raw salmon in commercial packaging bearing indicator label **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In beer walk-in cooler corn beef and cabbage (46F - Cold Holding). **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In beer walk-in cooler corn beef and cabbage (46F - Cold Holding). SEE STOP SALE **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle stored over straws. Sternos over single service cups **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - 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. Operator swapped source container. 100ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef stored over raw shrimp in reach-in cooler **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Garlic aioli and salsa. SEE STOP SALE **Warning**
02C-01-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Soda gun holster at downstairs bar. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer. Faded for chlorine **Warning**
16-36-4
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/ Manager showed up during inspection **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Missing for Emily **Warning**
53B-13-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substances behind deflector plate **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. In office **Warning**
32-02-4
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 and raw salmon in commercial packaging bearing indicator label. SEE STOP SALE **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
06-09-1
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Cook moved **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Ice bucket **Warning**
14-38-4
Basic - Food stored under dripping water line. In walk-in cooler. Pipe beneath condenser dripping a fluid on to wings, cooked beans, meatballs, cut cabbage, and mango salsa. SEE STOP SALE **Warning**
08B-52-4
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. On grass area **Warning**
33-23-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on front of oven door. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing at multiple sinks **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Glass mats and shelves at each bar are heavily soiled with mold like substances **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Cook did not wash lettuce before preparation **Warning**
08B-39-4
11
Nov 25, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 24, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - 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. Changed source container and primed. 100ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found 12 live flying insects behind downstairs bar **Warning**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fully thawed raw mahi and raw salmon in commercial packaging bearing indicator label
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun nozzles and holsters behind each bar are soiled **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Upstairs service station. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Benedict's on the breakfast menu
02B-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Upstairs Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substances behind deflector plate
22-20-5
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 mahi and raw salmon in commercial packaging bearing indicator label. SEE STOP SALE **Repeat Violation**
06-09-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Multiple broken gaskets in kitchen
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Beer and liquor bottles stored in standing water in reach-in cooler
08B-36-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of cups and pizza boxes on the floor in dry storage area. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Upstairs beer reach-in cooler **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
35
Apr 2, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs over tomatoes in walk in cooler. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fully thawed raw mahi and raw redfish in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In glass door reach in cooler sour cream (47F - Cold Holding); salsa (47F - Cold Holding) **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Surface area surrounding dispenser nozzles of soda machine in downstairs near kitchen has an accumulation of mold like substance. Soda gun sand holsters are soiled at each bar.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. In center of kitchen. Operator restocked **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In employee restroom
36-32-5
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 mahi and raw redfish in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements. SEE STOP SALE **Repeat Violation**
06-09-1
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook
13-03-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on oven door. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Beer and wine reach in cooler at upstairs bar
29-49-6
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Wings and Philly meats being thawed by ambient room temperature. Operator moved to walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
39
Oct 24, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 21, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk in cooler cheesecake (51F - Cold Holding); raw beef (51F - Cold Holding); raw tuna (51F - Cold Holding) **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 500+ppm. At downstairs bar. Operator diluted to 300ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. To the right of dishwasher
29-37-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fully thawed raw tuna and raw grouper in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements
01B-13-4
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 and raw grouper in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements **Repeat Violation**
06-09-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Upstairs Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substance behind the deflector plate **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
50
Feb 6, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - ready-to-eat food intended to be heated as a sole ingredient not immediately heated to 145 degrees F after bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Cook used barehands to steady cooked chicken while cutting, then scooped chicken into mixing bowl using bare hands. SEE STOP SALE
09-20-5
High Priority - Food contaminated by employees/consumers and operator continued to serve food. See stop sale. Cook used barehands to steady cooked chicken while cutting, then scooped chicken into mixing bowl using bare hands.
01B-12-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fully thawed mahi in vacuum sealed packaging bearing thawing requirements
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Missing for multiple employees
53B-13-5
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 - 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 mahi in vacuum sealed packaging bearing thawing requirements. SEE STOP SALE
06-09-1
Basic - Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. Plastic bag with three drinks stored in well of upstairs bar ice machine. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
12B-14-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hoods and surrounding surfaces have an accumulation of grease dripping **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. In kitchen. On service side of line. Beneath Centrally located hand wash sink. Pipe leaks onto floor when sink is draining
29-08-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves are rusted chipping and soiled
14-17-4
43
Sep 25, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 26, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 400+ at upstairs triple sink. Operator remade to 200ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-43-4
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Cook was handling raw tuna with gloves hands. Began touching multiple clean surfaces (squeeze bottles, door handles) without changing gloves.
12A-09-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On countertop in kitchen garlic spread (78F - Cold Holding) operator stated that the container had been out for more than 4 hours. SEE STOP SALE In flip top of reach in cooler on cook line. sliced ham (53F - Cold Holding) stored over fill line of unit.
03A-02-5
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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At two hand wash sinks in kitchen. Operator stocked **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine at upstairs bar has an accumulation of mold like substance behind the deflector plate
22-20-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. In main walk in cooler. Case of peppers on the floor. In beer walk in cooler. Case of lemons and a bag of onions on the floor. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Accumulation of dripping grease on surface area surrounding hoods over cook line. Top shelf over make line in kitchen is soiled
23-03-4
45
Jan 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
41
Oct 4, 2022
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
39

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Island Time Marina last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Island Time Marina on file is from Apr 1, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Island Time Marina?

Across the inspection record, “stop sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Island Time Marina.

How does Island Time Marina compare to other restaurants in Cocoa Beach?

Island Time Marina most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Cocoa Beach average of 77.

Has Island Time Marina's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Island Time Marina have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Island Time Marina 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 Island Time Marina inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Island Time Marina is inspected around three times per year on average.