BACKWATER
1904 MUNICIPAL LANE, Melbourne FL 32901 · 321-837-3925
Last inspected Aug 5, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
AUG 24
JAN 25
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JAN 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Fly observed in kitchen Per next unannounced inspection per Christal
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2018038847 | Jul 19, 2018 | Aug 6, 2018 | $800 |
| 4--2018000420 | Dec 19, 2017 | Jan 17, 2018 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
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 over raw shrimp
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Light not functioning. Under hood fan
Stored food not covered. Cooked potatoes reach in cooler
Jan 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Light not functioning. Under hood fan
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filter Under counter reach in cooler gaskets front
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Seasoned flour
Aug 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw gator. Reach in cooler
Spray hose at mop sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Cracked shell egg. Operator discarded. 2 door reach in cooler
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used to scoop salt
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket small reach in cooler cook line
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt
Jan 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phone on prep table by dish washer
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket small reach in cooler cook line
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Are in process of washing but still using grill to cook breakfast
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bathroom in office
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Nov 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 18, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Eggs Benedict
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups drink station and pans
Aug 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Cook educated
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Fly observed in kitchen Per next unannounced inspection per Christal
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Shrimp stored in to go bags in freezer
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 0 ppm. Corrected to 200 ppm
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Cook. Educated
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Eggs Benedict
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. Ronald Jackson
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used to scoop flour
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink on shelf with bread
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups drink station and pans
Light not functioning. Under hood fan
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Didn't wash bananas before cutting. Educated operator
Stored food not covered. Gumbo reach in freezer
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken thawing at room temperature
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0 ppm. Operator fixed hose corrected 200 ppm
Mar 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Sausage gravy hot held at 126F, chef reheated
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic cups in server area wet nesting
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing handwashing sign at sink in prep area of kitchen.
Sep 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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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. Tested Dishwasher (Chlorine 00ppm) primed and retested Dishwasher (Chlorine 100ppm)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding) operator had out this morning suggested rapid chill on item Raw chicken retemped at 40F
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute on drink machine
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Handle for cold water missing at hand sink by triple sink
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand Sink by triple sink and women's restroom
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed mushrooms and avocados over ready to eat food
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On prep table
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Unlabeled seasoning
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.