BOB EVANS RESTAURANT 393
6070 20 ST, Vero Beach FL 32966
Last inspected Aug 3, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
DEC 24
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Live, small flying insects found in food container. Manager threw away.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2019046899 | Aug 29, 2019 | Oct 4, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 3, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Presence of ants on wall at front counter near coffee station. Pest control on site treating ants at time of inspection
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple gaskets throughout kitchen
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Salad cooler
Jul 30, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Presence of ants on wall at front counter near coffee station. Pest control on site treating ants at time of inspection
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Items in cook line cooler. Ham 57f. Cooked sausage 47f. Cut tomatoes 46f. Salsa 46f. Cold holding.. 3 hours 40 minutes 2nd temps at 4 hour mark- tomatoes 47f. Cooked sausage 51f. Salsa 48f. Ham 57f.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line cooler Ham 57f. Cooked sausage 47f. Cut tomatoes 46f. Salsa 46f. Cold holding. 3 hours 40 minutes. Manager moved to rapid chill. Rechecked at 4 hour mark- tomatoes 47f. Cooked sausage 51f. Salsa 48f. Ham 57f.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cart in front of sink
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple gaskets throughout kitchen
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Salad cooler
Dec 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing next to office. Manager states they are waiting on new tile
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer on cooks line
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Window sills in dining room have old food debris. Food debris under microwave on cooks line. Gasket on reach in cooler
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Manager removed plate from service
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Spoons at front counter
Nov 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Brown gravy observed at 120-128f. Advised to reheat
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. Casey expired 8/2025
Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. Final rinse Dish surface is only reading 151-159.1 Ran machine 7+ times. Machine is not in use at time
Food stored on floor. Boxes of fries in walk in freezer
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer around door
In-use spatula stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Manager removed
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled on servers expo cooler
Jun 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found in food container. Manager threw away.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Sausage crumbles on cooks line with fly stuck in container
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In cooler since 7am- Drawers; salsa (57F - Cold Holding); mashed potatoes (57F - Cold Holding); Mac and cheese (55F - Cold Holding); pancake batter (55F - Cold Holding); pooled eggs (44F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (56F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (57F - Cold Holding); Items moved to walk in to rapid chill
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer has old food debris
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice shield
Dec 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Burn spray on prep table next to slicer
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. Robert Casey exp 6/10/24
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice shield soiled
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle laying in salt and pepper spice mix
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave above steam table
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Gaskets on cook line drawers
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand sink faucet loose next to ice machine
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Underside of Cook line drawers soiled
Stored food not covered. Observed Salt and pepper spice mix in bulk bin above prep sink with no lid
Water draining onto floor surface. Water leaking from vent onto floor at front counter
Jul 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pooled eggs 47-48f. Manager stated in cooler overnight and threw away.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Burn spray being stored on cook line near plates and above cooler. Manager moved
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Top of ice shield is soiled
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Sent to operator
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In women's restroom. There is a sign in the handicap stall but not at the main handwashing sink
Plumbing system in disrepair. Faucet loose at sink in back food prep area
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. All Cook line coolers
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Salad cooler, cook line cooler
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fireextinguisher by kitchen back door
Jan 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked sausage crumble 48F Cooked diced ham 48F Operator stated items have been in cooler for 2 hours. Items were moved to walk in cooler to rapid chill.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Coffee being dumped into hand sink by POS system
Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Digital thermostat shows final rinse at156F. Test strip failed to turn black.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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. Bob
Ceiling tile missing. Dish machine area
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Ice cream cooler
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Cooler on cooks line
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Spice dredge on cooks line with no label
Jul 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.on counter next to sweet bread.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer head dirty
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sink next to ice tea used as a dump sink
No soap provided at handwash sink. Prep area. 2. No sign in ladies restroom
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Food stored on floor. Jugs of fry oil in storeroom
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Inside of ice cream freezer
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Cooler under double microwave
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.