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390 21ST ST STE 104, Vero Beach FL 32960 · 772-999-5452
Last inspected Aug 17, 2026 · 9 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections within 18 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Butter on cooks line
★ 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--2020000961 | Dec 9, 2019 | Jan 31, 2020 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
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 tuna over fries in reach in freezer. Raw scallops over biscuits. Provided education
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Butter next to grill, in service for 40 minutes. Manager added time stamp
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used as dump sink in bar. Manager 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. Briana
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Ceiling tile missing. In front of walk in cooler
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Teriyaki sauce in dry storage
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 88f. Moved to grill
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter hand sink
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walk in cooler walls have buildup
Jan 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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2 Live, small flying insects found at bar
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined.Butter on cooks line. Manager voluntarily discarded
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Strainer in hand sink and Used as dump sink at bar
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in veggies in sandwich cooler
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Reading 0ppm. Advised to remake
Aug 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over rice in walk in
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Butter on cooks line
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener
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. Alaina expired 9/2024
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Peg board used to store utensils
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. handle laying in broccoli salad at display case
Wall soiled with black mold like substance in walk in cooler above sauces
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Mar 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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. 1 new hire. Employee sign during inspection
No soap and paper towels provided at handwash sink at bar
Food stored on floor. Bag of onions in walk in cooler
Sep 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Reading 200ppm+ advised to remake
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets
Sep 13, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 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. Reading 0ppm. Swapped chemicals, primed and rechecked. Still reading 0ppm
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Reading 200ppm+ advised to remake
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
Apr 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Apr 11, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored above cooked chicken wings in walk in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler: chicken wings (47F - Cold Holding); chili (46F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (46F - Cold Holding); garlic parm house made sauce (44F - Cold Holding); butter (45F - Cold Holding); fresh lime juice (56F - Cold Holding)hard boiled eggs-44 cold holding Front counter: Corn 54° operator threw everything away
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean plastic containers
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle in flour bin
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour bin
Dec 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar hand sink
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Both ice wells at bar
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Unlabeled flour Unlabeled sugar
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.