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DOWNTOWN DEPOT

1929 DEPOT DRIVE, Melbourne FL 32901 · 321.208.5766

Last inspected Jun 17, 2026 · 9 visits since December 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats48
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1506487
Grade history
JUN 24
NOV 24
MAY 25
DEC 25
MAY 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 17 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Sauerkraut made 11-1
High priority/01B-24-5
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Jun 17, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary
Intermediate/16-37-1/Return visit Jun 17, 2026 · Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket chest freezer
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jun 17, 2026 · Time Extended
May 1, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.

0 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Cooked chicken
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun nozzle
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary
Intermediate/16-37-1
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Lazerus and Rosalie
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bar
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket chest freezer
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation
Dec 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw ground beef over cooked chicken
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket. Chest freezer
Basic/14-11-5
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Ladies bathroom
Basic/31B-04-4/Corrected On-Site
May 15, 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
Show 4 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw sausage over cooked chicken. Reach in refrigerator
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
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. Annie
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Upright reach in freezer
Basic/14-69-4
Nov 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Observed: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda Gunn nozzle
Intermediate/22-02-4
Observed: Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Observed: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Bottom 2 door reach in freezer crumbs
Basic/23-03-4
Jun 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Uncooked chicken above egg rolls in freezer.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Drink nozzle at bar has build up inside.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single serv pans not inverted stored on top of reach in freezer.
Basic/25-06-4/Corrected On-Site
Mar 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Gaskets torn on the reach in freezer.
Basic/14-11-5/Return visit Feb 9, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Mar 20, 2024 · Time Extended
Feb 9, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Establishment preparing food using a method that has been determined by the Divisions of Hotels and Restaurants to require an approved variance from the Division. Establishment does not have an approved variance for the method observed in use during the inspection. Homemade sauerkraut
Intermediate/03G-46-1/Return visit Feb 9, 2024 · Provided more educational information to operator. Time Extended
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Marcus Darnell 7-10-18
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Return visit Feb 9, 2024 · Time Extended
Gaskets torn on the reach in freezer.
Basic/14-11-5/Return visit Feb 9, 2024 · Time Extended
Dec 11, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
6 Live, small flying insects in the kitchen.
High priority/35A-02-6
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Sauerkraut made in house 11-1
High priority/02C-01-5
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Sauerkraut made 11-1
High priority/01B-24-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chili 58F cook states had out for an hour. Recommend to rapid chill.
High priority/03A-02-5
Establishment preparing food using a method that has been determined by the Divisions of Hotels and Restaurants to require an approved variance from the Division. Establishment does not have an approved variance for the method observed in use during the inspection. Homemade sauerkraut
Intermediate/03G-46-1
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Marcus Darnell 7-10-18
Intermediate/53A-03-7
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Mash potatoes made Friday
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Floors heavily soiled under fryers
Basic/36-10-4
Gaskets torn on the reach in freezer.
Basic/14-11-5
Hood filters soiled with grease. Exterior of reach in cooler handles soiled. Stove heavily soiled with old food debris. Soda gun holster soiled
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering.
Basic/21-14-4
Waste line missing at soda gun holster.
Basic/29-17-4

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.