Pig and Whistle
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
90
Score
Across the available record, Pig and Whistle has 11 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 25, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
Compared to the broader Cocoa Beach restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator is vacuum sealing multiple foods. Cooked and raw products. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-25: **Time Extended**
03G-50-1
90
Feb 24, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In upper and lower holding areas of flip top reach-in cooler at end of line nearest dish machine cut tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (45F - Cold Holding); pico (45F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (47F - Cold Holding); butter (47F - Cold Holding) **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator is vacuum sealing multiple foods. Cooked and raw products. **Warning**
03G-50-1
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Condenser fan covers in walk-in cooler are soiled
23-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-04-4
67
Sep 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler raw chicken over raw beef. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In pan on countertop pooled eggs (47F - Cold Holding) **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Table mounted can opener is soiled. Vegetable shelves in walk in cooler have an accumulation of mold like substance
22-02-4
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 - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Prep cook put on a hat **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cooking oil stored on the floor in exterior shed. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Behind the bar. Operator posted **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
55
Mar 26, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 23, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker installed on the non chemical side of the split at mop sink
29-42-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler sliced cheese (52F - Cold Holding); hash browns (49F - Cold Holding); operator moved food items into other holding units. On countertop in ice bath pooled eggs (51F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (47F - Cold Holding). Operator added ice. All food items are below 41°F **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator remodeled kitchen. Walls removed, dishwasher, triple sink, hand wash sinks, and service window moved **Warning**
51-16-7
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. Operator cleaned **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on front of oven door. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
61
Jul 30, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
43
Dec 27, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
58
Jul 18, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 13, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 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.
22-41-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In container next to service line butter packets (68F - Cold Holding).
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In container next to service line butter packets (68F - Cold Holding). SEE STOP SALE In walk in cooler cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (48F - Cold Holding); raw beef (48F - Cold Holding) **Warning**
03A-02-5
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
14-20-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's and women's
32-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plate being used to scoop slaw
14-01-5
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 front of equipment. operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan over make line reach in cooler has an accumulation of dust
23-03-4
47
Jan 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
70
Sep 22, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. Added 2 tier oven and salamander. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-25: . Time extended for balance of 60 days. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: Not submitted, remodel work in progress. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pig and Whistle last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pig and Whistle on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pig and Whistle?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Pig and Whistle.
How does Pig and Whistle compare to other restaurants in Cocoa Beach?
Pig and Whistle most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Cocoa Beach average of 77.
Has Pig and Whistle's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pig and Whistle have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Pig and Whistle 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 Pig and Whistle inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pig and Whistle is inspected around three times per year on average.
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