DEBBIES DINER
118 E MERRITT ISLAND CSWY, Merritt Island FL 32952
Last inspected Mar 2, 2026 · 6 visits since August 2023
JAN 24
AUG 24
FEB 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 17 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach-in cooler on cook line deli turkey (52F - Cold Holding). Stored above fill line of unit
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2026007999 | Oct 22, 2025 | Feb 23, 2026 | $160 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Mar 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw bacon over batter in reach-in cooler. Operator moved
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach-in cooler on cook line deli turkey (52F - Cold Holding). Stored above fill line of unit
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle not labeled identifying liquid contents
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substances behind deflector plate
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Surface areas surrounding surrounding dispenser nozzle of coffee maker. Operator cleaned.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 200+ppm. Operator remade to 50ppm
Oct 22, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler on cook line corn beef (51F - Cold Holding); deli turkey (53F - Cold Holding). Stocked above fill line of unit
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Eggs Benedict not marked on menus. Operator marked all menus
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.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's restroom door does not fully close under own weight
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Each restroom and behind service bar
Feb 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Raw chorizo in the same container as deli ham. Operator moved
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Eggs Benedict on menu. Operator marked all menus
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. Kaitlyn and Sharon
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks on shelf next to microwave over prep table. Operator moved
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Next to rear exit by men's restroom
Aug 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler on cook line deli ham (53F - Cold Holding); corned beef (51F - Cold Holding) stocked over fill line of unit. Operator moved to refrigeration
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Benedict's on menu boards not marked. Operator marked
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substance behind the deflector plate
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Restroom doors do not fully close under own weight
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 200+ppm. Operator remade to 50ppm
Jan 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing green liquid not labeled
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine has black like mold substance in interior of ice machine
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling, wall, and building components has accumulation of dust
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee beverage on prep station
Food stored on floor. Observed 5 gallon fryer oil stored on the in storage area
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in reach in cooler in wait station area whole raw shell eggs
Water draining onto floor surface. Outside mop sink cracked side, allowing water to leak to ground.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed wet WC not store in sanitize bucket
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottle containing clear liquid (water ) not labeled
Aug 22, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Improper chlorine product use to sanitize food services products onsite, chemical was deodorizer not sanitizer/disinfection, item removed by operator, santi bucket reset, correct product delivered. Red sanitized bucket set with soupy water, correct by prep person
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Prep person touch garbage can then touch prep and cutting board without moving gloves and washing his hands, re-educated and corrected
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Dish washing machine interior soiled and needs to be Delimed
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Cook line prep area vents and tile soiled
Equipment in poor repair. Right side door of reach in cooler unit on cooks line, not closing fully.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In reach in cooler holding whole raw shell, not ambient air temp present, operator found in far back of unit
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Metal Shelving unit in dry storage area, is soiled
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Clean food storage containers in prep station stacked with old date stickers still attached.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Electrical lines cook line area dusty and dirty
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles on cook line not labeled (water)
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.