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FIREHOUSE SUBS

4100 N WICKHAM RD #107, Melbourne FL 32935 · 321-751-5401

Last inspected Jul 23, 2026 · 6 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats46
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA1505253
Grade history
SEP 23
AUG 24
NOV 25
JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

4 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.

Worst finding on record
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Prep cooler make line steak (46F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding); chicken (46F - Cold Holding); tuna (45F - Cold Holding) manager states items were restocked around 1pm, manager placed back into upright coolers to chill.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
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Inspection history

6 visits, newest first

Jul 23, 2026Call 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
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning/Return visit Jul 23, 2026 · Manager was unable to download digital version. Provided handout Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Return visit Jul 23, 2026 · Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Men's restroom
Basic/31B-04-4/Return visit Jul 23, 2026 · Time Extended
Jul 14, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Faucet at three-compartment sink does not reach all compartments.
High priority/16-20-4/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to fill a pitcher of water
Intermediate/31A-11-4
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Filling middle bay with soap and water
Basic/16-13-5/Corrected On-Site
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Bread to the left of hand wash sink behind front counter
Basic/08B-36-4/Warning
Food stored on floor. Soda bib bag on the floor in rear prep area. Operator moved. Cooking oil container on the floor in corner near countertop fryer. Operator moved
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Men's restroom
Basic/31B-04-4
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single service sauce cups and lids at hot sauce counter stored with food contact surfaces facing upwards
Basic/25-06-4/Corrected On-Site
Water draining onto floor surface. Pipes under triple sink overlap causing drainage to spill onto floor
Basic/29-03-4
Nov 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Soufflé cup used in dry seasonings in dry storage
Basic/14-01-5
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Lid on pickle container is cracked in reach in cooler.
Basic/14-38-4
Wall behind 3 compartment sink, wall panel is coming apart from wall
Basic/36-24-5
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Dust on wall above 3CS
Basic/36-27-5
Aug 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 23, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Prep cooler make line steak (46F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding); chicken (46F - Cold Holding); tuna (45F - Cold Holding) manager states items were restocked around 1pm, manager placed back into upright coolers to chill.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
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. New employee working has not signed agreement.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee Ice cream in reach in freezer. Manager discarded
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.
Basic/36-01-4
Food stored on floor. 2 soda bibs stored on floor
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Basic/22-08-4/Corrected On-Site
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed tomatoes over ready to eat lettuce
Basic/08B-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Sep 8, 2023Inspection 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 ▾
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. 2 new employees have not had training yet and no reporting agreement. Emailed manager copy of agreement.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Bottle soda stored with restaurant food. Manager moved it to segregated area in cooler
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee not wearing a hat or hairnet while preparing subs.
Basic/13-03-4

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.