COCKY ROOSTER CAFE

COCKY ROOSTER CAFE does the basics right — an A grade, 91/100, at its most recent inspection on March 26, 2026.

It pulls 4.5 stars across 1,630 reviews and ranks safer than 55% of Volusia County restaurants we grade. Menus here flag options for vegetarian and healthy diners.

Get directions Call (386) 259-5729

Restaurant details

Health grade
A (91/100)
Violations
7 total — 1 intermediate, 6 basic
Address
1382 HOWLAND BLVD STE 110-112, Deltona, FL
Cuisine
Other
Categories
Restaurant, Grill, Breakfast restaurant, Lunch restaurant
Price
$10–20
Rating
4.5 stars (1630 reviews)
Neighborhood
Deltona Lakes
Seats
207
Phone
(386) 259-5729
Website
Official website
Photo of COCKY ROOSTER CAFE
Photo: Cocky Rooster Café & Grill

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.5 Community-sourced rating 1,630 reviews
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What diners say — our read

The recurring subject in this corpus is front-of-house, not the food in general. Reviewers who mention the staff rate this place 4.3 on average — it is working in the restaurant’s favour. After that, how long an order takes appears most often — 33% of the corpus, averaging 3.1.

The split is 14 positive to 4 negative across 21 rated reviews, with 3 in the middle. Behind those, serving size is raised in 19% of reviews (3.8 average). More reviewers landed on 5 stars than any other score — 10 of 21.

On the inspection side the picture is cleaner: DBPR graded this kitchen an A (91/100), with 1 intermediate and 6 basic violations. Whatever the reviews argue about, sanitation is not the weak point. That result dates from March 26, 2026. Ranked against Volusia County, it is safer than 55% of the restaurants we score. What the inspector actually wrote up: in-use food dispensing utensils properly stored and clean clothes.

Neither signal is decisive on its own here, which is why both are shown. The underlying reviews are reproduced in full underneath.

Our own analysis of 21 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 27, 2026

    Great atmosphere, good food, friendly service. Amazing pastries to go!

  • June 27, 2026

    Dcent Quality. Very expensive

  • June 23, 2026

    My daughter and I love coming here. It's our favorite place to come and have an amazing breakfast. Annette was so kind and attentive. Definitely recommend to our family and friends who are in town. We'll definitely be back!

  • June 21, 2026

    Had breakfast there this morning and when I walked in, the hostess sat me and I told her 3 people, my son was on his way. Then some woman came over, I think her name was Lorraine, asked me if the rest of my party was coming, I said yes, she said I had 5 minutes or I would have to get up from the table because another party just came in. She was rude and loud. Other tables were looking at me like I did something wrong. I explained that no one asked if we were all here. When I was sat there was No one else waiting. There were other tables available. I won't go back. She was yelling at waitresses did not have a great attitude

  • June 20, 2026

    Tasty, friendly, and nice!

  • June 16, 2026

    Ordered my food paid and waited for 20 minutes then I was told they forgot they ran out of wings YESTERDAY! 😡

  • June 16, 2026

    The service was great. The food however whas the spotlight. Now I know its supposed to be about the food. We'll yea. But not all places focus on the food more than anything else. So outstanding food. I had breakfast the chicken and the egg. Clean place. Just a tad small for such great food.

  • June 5, 2026

    I ordered the Cuban sandwich. First time here. The meat in the sandwich was very rough and hard to chew. Sandwich not was not tasty at all!

  • May 30, 2026

    Ordered the eggs Benedict and the eggs were fried instead of poached.. There is a reason why they call it eggs benedict. The eggs were not poached in any way shape or form. Anybody can fry eggs and put them on top of an English muffin. Extremely disappointed, and the hashbrowns that came with it were literally 4 fork fulls and then gone. Proportion size of the hashbrowns kinda sealed the deal on the meal.

  • May 30, 2026

    Food was good, but not something I would drive across town for. Typical dinner.

  • May 30, 2026

    Delicious Benedicts!

  • May 30, 2026

    Whether it's breakfast, lunch, or dinner this place is awesome. Great people and food.

  • May 24, 2026

    Place was pretty crowded, and makes sense because it was good. Quick service, reasonable prices, tasty food, friendly service.

  • May 17, 2026

    Some times the follow up after the plate has been served is the most important part of serving others. This practice often takes a few minutes and can prevent unnecessary delay to the hungry customers experience overall.

  • May 16, 2026

    Bethany took amazing care of my kids and I. The food was delicious, warm & it’s clear a lot of love is poured into the menu, staff and atmosphere. My kids NEVER finish their food, no matter where we go but we are 3 for 3! The portions were perfect and the kids loved it. We will definitely be making our way to this side of town for this awesome experience more often.

  • May 14, 2026

    Stopped in on 5/9, to get a quick bite to go had to look up online for the menu of which has no price listed for the food, I walked in there was no welcome just a young man that looked at me and said nothing which I had to ask were to go to place an order. Well after standing by the front counter and multiple employees seeing that I was standing there not a hello or will be with you shortly nothing strips there for about 5 minutes and I was getting ready to leave that’s when I’m asked if I’m being helped, said no I placed my order the empanada basket. I came home anxious to eat my food and WOW what a disappointment the empanada were not so good nor were they fresh the meat was blend and wound up paying over $12.00 dollar’s for not so good empanada.

  • May 14, 2026

    This cafe was nice, the staff were friendly and fast. We've been looking to stop and have a meal here for years. The cafe has rooster decor everywhere which was really cool. The food wasn't consistent, we had a veggie omelet which was good, but we also ordered the Spanish steak and onions which left much to be desired. The rice was clearly reheated which would've been fine had it actually been warm. The steak was so small and the black beans were bad. We love local cafes, diners and restaurants, so we were a bit disappointed when this cafe delivered one good meal and one really bad one. Hopefully others don't have the same mediocre experience we did.

  • May 13, 2026

    Nice atmosphere, very good food and a wonderfully delightful server, Michaela!

  • May 10, 2026

    My prior review is below from a year or more ... so I am adding again.. .every time I come to Deltona.I come to the here to eat. Tonight I came and had the best meatloaf i've ever tasted!!!!! It is a must to try.It's probably why it's called "best ever". Great job ya'll. Ill be back again next time I am in town! Soo happy to come back, I live out of the area. Same owners Perry and Lynette are so inviting and friendly. Staff too! Restaurant is CLEAN , service great and years later they are still serving my favorite breakfast- sweet potato hash with eggs! MUST STOP IN it will be your new favorite!!

  • May 2, 2026

    The food is always top notch and the service is wonderful

  • April 23, 2026

    Best in Deltona, must eat here and great bakery items too!

Overall Score

69 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 40/40
    Grade A
  • Dietary transparency 7/20
    2 options listed
  • Community rating 18/20
    4.5★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 4/10
    Stable, 0% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
7 AM to 3 PM
Tuesday
7 AM to 3 PM
Wednesday
7 AM to 3 PM
Thursday
7 AM to 3 PM
Friday
7 AM to 9 PM
Saturday
7 AM to 9 PM
Sunday
7 AM to 3 PM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. March 26, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    0 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 6 basic

    • 10 — In-use food dispensing utensils properly stored
    • 13 — Clean clothes; hair restraints; jewelry; fingernails
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
    • 32 — Bathrooms
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
    • 46 — Exits not blocked or locked (reporting only)
  2. October 1, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    4 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 3 basic

    • 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating) (×2)
    • 05 — Food & equipment thermometers provided and accurate
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
    • 41 — Chemicals / toxic substances properly stored & used

This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: March 26, 2026