Jt's Social Bar

1275 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

Bar / Pub

Last inspected: Mar 13, 2026

Score

High Risk

Going back to 2023, Jt's Social Bar has six inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Mar 13, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured”, which has been cited three times.

Compared to other Cocoa Beach restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 13, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. On bar top blue cheese olives

01B-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On bar top blue cheese olives (76F - Cold Holding). SEE STOP SALE

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun tips and holsters behind the bar are soiled. Operator cleaned **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Compressed air tanks not secured. Operator tethered **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

51-11-4

Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Ice bucket. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site**

14-71-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink on cutting board. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Glass mats on bar shelves are soiled **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. On bar top in reach of public. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**

25-27-4

Jan 17, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.

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High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 500+ppm. Operator remade to 200ppm **Corrected On-Site**

22-43-4

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's restroom door does not fully close under own weight **Repeat Violation**

32-04-4

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Compressed air tanks are not secured. Operator tethered **Corrected On-Site**

51-11-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Vape on shelf between cook line and bar. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Cases of chips and water bottles stored on the floor in center storage room. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves and mats for glass storage behind bar are soiled

23-03-4

Nov 3, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Oct 2, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-02: Manger not Available for proof of compliance. **Time Extended**

53B-01-5

Jul 28, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's restroom **Repeat Violation**

32-04-4

Mar 3, 2023

Routine - Food

6 minor violations.

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Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's room

32-04-4

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In downstairs next to walk in cooler

51-11-4

Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Cook is eating in the kitchen. Moved to bar area **Corrected On-Site**

12B-02-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fans in kitchen have an accumulation of dust.

23-03-4

Basic - Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. Unwrapped straws on bar top in reach of guests. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**

25-09-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses. Shaker strainers for bar are being stored in a container of sanitizer. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**

10-18-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jt's Social Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jt's Social Bar on file is from Mar 13, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jt's Social Bar?

Across the inspection record, “carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Jt's Social Bar.

How does Jt's Social Bar compare to other restaurants in Cocoa Beach?

Jt's Social Bar most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Cocoa Beach average of 77.

Has Jt's Social Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jt's Social Bar have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Jt's Social Bar 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 Jt's Social Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Jt's Social Bar is inspected around two times per year on average.

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