Rio Coco Cafe
Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026
90
Score
Rio Coco Cafe has been inspected six times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 3, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around four violations compared to roughly nine violations earlier on.
Looking across the full record, “dented/rusted cans present” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Vero Beach restaurant scores 77. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 3, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Operator has form on site. Local utilizes has signed off, waiting on fire to sign off **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
51-15-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In reach in egg cooler
05-09-4
90
Sep 16, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged Raw chicken sitting over bacon. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice bin walls
22-02-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Makayla, Hailey, Micah
53B-14-5
Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Used on panini press handles
14-71-4
Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Operator has had fire inspectors out this week and has form. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
51-15-4
64
Mar 25, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Raid spray stored next to clean utensils under prep table
41-10-4
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towels used to line hard boiled eggs
14-86-1
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Chicken noodle soup
01B-36-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. chicken noodle soup (45-47F -cooling) In cooler since Saturday in container with tight fitting lid.
03D-02-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Bacon thawing on counter. Employee placed in sink with running water **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Licensed for 60 **Repeat Violation**
51-15-4
50
Oct 17, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Slaw date marked 8/28. Today is 10/17.
02C-01-5
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale.
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Lukas **Repeat Violation**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Gloves in front sink **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Establishment is on city sewer. **Repeat Violation**
51-15-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach in prep area on floor
35A-03-4
55
Mar 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach crawling on the floor in prep room. Manager killed and cleaned up. No other activity observed. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Apples **Corrected On-Site**
08B-15-4
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 open Monday
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Lukas Bagby expired July 12/23
53A-03-7
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 1 new employee, manager stated they have been here for 2 months
53B-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. For 1 new hire. Emailed copy of employee reporting agreement form **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.all water filters
29-28-4
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Licensed for 60 and has expanded dining area that has increased seats to 120
51-09-4
Basic - Utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
24-18-4
Basic - Exterior doors has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
37
Aug 5, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 6 cans of peas dented
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Thawed chicken in bag not properly date marked.
02C-04-5
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 Mikaela cam in. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Middle room hand wash sink. 2. No paper towels front and middle sinks. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Designated employee eating/drinking/smoking area located in a food preparation or other restricted area causing possible cross contamination. Drink on top of ice machine **Corrected On-Site**
12B-04-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Keys on top of ice machine **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Bracelets **Repeat Violation**
13-07-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Takeout containers not inverted **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rio Coco Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rio Coco Cafe on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rio Coco Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “dented/rusted cans present” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Rio Coco Cafe.
How does Rio Coco Cafe compare to other restaurants in Vero Beach?
Rio Coco Cafe most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Vero Beach average of 77.
Has Rio Coco Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Rio Coco Cafe have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Rio Coco Cafe 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 Rio Coco Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rio Coco Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.
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