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The Fat Donkey

247 Minutemen Causeway, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited The Fat Donkey six times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Feb 18, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly three violations earlier in the record.

The pattern that stands out is “no proof provided that food employees are informed”, which has been cited three times.

Compared to the broader Cocoa Beach restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 18, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 19, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
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. Missing for multiple employees
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Dry storage shelves
14-06-4
78
Jan 28, 2025
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Dec 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
95
Jul 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
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 able to provide certificates for staff on duty **Repeat Violation**
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. **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Shelves in storage room
14-06-4
67
Mar 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 0 ppm. Remade 50ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-42-4
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
11-26-1
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. No training certificates for autumn or Michelle
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. In storage room **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
58

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Fat Donkey last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Fat Donkey on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Fat Donkey?

Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Fat Donkey.

How does The Fat Donkey compare to other restaurants in Cocoa Beach?

The Fat Donkey most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Cocoa Beach average of 77.

Has The Fat Donkey's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at The Fat Donkey have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Fat Donkey 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 The Fat Donkey inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Fat Donkey is inspected around two times per year on average.

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