Lighthouse Cove Adventure Golf

3811 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

Other

Last inspected: Oct 31, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Lighthouse Cove Adventure Golf, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Oct 31, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near five violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “commercially processed ready-to-eat” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Restaurants in Cocoa Beach average 77, so Lighthouse Cove Adventure Golf trails the local norm. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 31, 2025

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. No dates on any opened foods or milk

02C-03-5

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.surface area where mixer arm for shakes attaches to unit is soiled. Operator cleaned **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Rinsing off used golf balls in sink.

31A-11-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing at exterior bar

31B-04-4

Nov 13, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Sep 13, 2024

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.

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High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. 500+ppm quaternary sanitizer. Operator remade 200ppm **Corrected On-Site**

41-27-4

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No backflow preventer installed on exterior hose bib at shed

29-34-4

High Priority - Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. In exterior reach in cooler. Raw beef stored in the same container as cooked beef and hot dogs. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**

08A-08-5

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. In kitchen **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager certificates available do not belong to current staff members **Warning**

53A-01-7

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

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

51-11-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Container of vinegar stored on the floor in kitchen **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Spoons in ice cream toppings have the handles touching toppings. **Corrected On-Site**

10-01-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Kitchen surfaces and equipment needs to be cleaned and sanitized

23-03-4

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. In storage room and in kitchen. Togo containers stored with food contact surfaces facing upwards. Operator inverted **Corrected On-Site**

25-06-4

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm. Operator remade to 50ppm **Corrected On-Site**

21-07-4

Jul 21, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk opened 2 days prior **Corrected On-Site**

02C-03-5

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Surface area on under side of beer tower has an accumulation of mold like substance. Operator cleaned **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

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. Jamie and Jessie

53B-13-5

Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Wood shelves in storage room behind front counter

14-06-4

Jan 10, 2023

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow Devices

FL-28

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Jul 18, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Ice cream mix **Corrected On-Site**

02C-03-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sanitizer buckets in front counter and truck hand wash sinks. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**

21-04-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lighthouse Cove Adventure Golf last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lighthouse Cove Adventure Golf on file is from Oct 31, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lighthouse Cove Adventure Golf?

Across the inspection record, “commercially processed ready-to-eat” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Lighthouse Cove Adventure Golf.

How does Lighthouse Cove Adventure Golf compare to other restaurants in Cocoa Beach?

Lighthouse Cove Adventure Golf most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Cocoa Beach average of 77.

Has Lighthouse Cove Adventure Golf's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lighthouse Cove Adventure Golf have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Lighthouse Cove Adventure Golf 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 Lighthouse Cove Adventure Golf inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Lighthouse Cove Adventure Golf is inspected around two times per year on average.

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