Rebellion Cantina

24 N Orlando Ave Ste G, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Oct 9, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Rebellion Cantina has six inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Oct 9, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around four violations across recent inspections versus roughly six violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed”, which has been cited two times.

Among Cocoa Beach restaurants, the typical score is 77; Rebellion Cantina is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 9, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Pocket door **Warning**

32-04-4

Apr 25, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In small black reach in cooler cooked pork (53F - Cold Holding); queso (53F - Cold Holding). In garnish well on countertop fresco cheese (63F - Cold Holding) **Warning**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Restroom

27-16-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For quaternary sanitizer

16-37-1

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

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Only one soap dispenser being passed between restroom and make line sinks

31B-03-4

Basic - Operator does not permit customers to use bathroom. Operator stated that they are not permitting customers to use restroom. Educated operator **Corrective Action Taken**

32-24-5

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Togo containers stored with food contact surfaces facing upwards. Operator inverted **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing fish in standing water. Operator moved to refrigeration **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

Dec 9, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Nov 20, 2023

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 5 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed paperwork **Repeat Violation**

11-27-4

Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Operator is unable to provide proof of manager certificate for establishment **Warning**

53A-07-6

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. Only one certificate available

53B-13-5

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. Emailed paperwork **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

11-26-1

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Pocket door is left open **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

32-04-4

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Perforated acoustic tiles over kitchen

36-37-5

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tile missing in corner of kitchen

36-36-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed signage

51-13-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In restroom

31B-04-4

Jan 18, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Sep 19, 2022

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rebellion Cantina last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rebellion Cantina on file is from Oct 9, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Rebellion Cantina?

Across the inspection record, “bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Rebellion Cantina.

How does Rebellion Cantina compare to other restaurants in Cocoa Beach?

Rebellion Cantina most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Cocoa Beach average of 77.

Has Rebellion Cantina's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Rebellion Cantina have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Rebellion Cantina 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 Rebellion Cantina inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Rebellion Cantina is inspected around two times per year on average.

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