CHICK-FIL-A AT PALM BAY ROAD FSR
835 PALM BAY RD, West Melbourne FL 32904 · 321-733-7110
Last inspected Jul 31, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
AUG 24
FEB 25
SEP 25
JAN 26
JUL 26
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 30 points better than where it started.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2-3 small flying insects seen in kitchen in dry storage area near thaw cabinets and 1 small live flying insect seen in front counter area near drive thru. No insects were observed landing or in food at this time.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2024065621 | Aug 30, 2024 | Jan 6, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 31, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Front counter vents
Floor drain soiled/has accumulation of debris under triple sink, manager cleaned
Jan 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Evidence of handwashing sink next to fryer used as dump sink
Equipment in poor repair. Door latch on thaw reach in cooler
Sep 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Aug 30, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2-3 small flying insects seen in kitchen in dry storage area near thaw cabinets and 1 small live flying insect seen in front counter area near drive thru. No insects were observed landing or in food at this time.
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.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on lemonade fridge and chicken fridge next to batter station soiled with food debris Exterior door of fry fridge soiled with heavy grease build up- cleaned by employee Hood hood filters soiled with dust and debris over both fryers Hood fan over chicken fryers heavily soiled with excess grease
Aug 29, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2-3 small flying insects seen in kitchen in dry storage area near thaw cabinets and 1 small live flying insect seen in front counter area near drive thru. No insects were observed landing or in food at this time.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Cleaner stored on hand washing sink- removed by employee
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Chemical bottle stored on hand washing sink- employee removed
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Slime like build up on lid of ice machine lid- cleaned by manager
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Chicken cooler next to batter station handle heavily soiled with food debris
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic containers on dry rack- unstacked and moved by employee
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in back of walk in freezer
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on lemonade fridge and chicken fridge next to batter station soiled with food debris Exterior door of fry fridge soiled with heavy grease build up- cleaned by employee Hood hood filters soiled with dust and debris over both fryers Hood fan over chicken fryers heavily soiled with excess grease
Mar 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Nov 29, 2023Inspection 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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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched soiled handle for raw chicken reach in cooler with gloved hands and then began to rip open packaged raw chicken to pour into container at breading station. Handle is visibly soiled
Food stored in a prohibited area. Cooking oil stored on rear dock are stored beneath chemicals
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk in cooler shelves have a visible accumulation of residues
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.