FIRST WATCH RESTAURANTS
1900 W NEW HAVEN AVE, Melbourne FL 32904 · 321-977-5416
Last inspected Jul 21, 2026 · 12 visits since September 2023
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JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Soups reheating since 6am found at 9:30 53F
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Smoked salmon over cooked steak reach in cooler
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Cook. Educated
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. Cut greens. Purchased refrigerated Put on time plan
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sink in back bloced by rack Back sink covered by grate Corrected On-SiteCorrected On-SiteRepeat Violation**
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Sink at bar
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Walk in cooler
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Bar
Jan 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink on server line blocked by clean ware.
Dec 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Oct 28, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wallpaper buckling on south east wall in dining area.
Sep 9, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with disinfectant not labeled. Manager labeled bottle.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wallpaper buckling on south east wall in dining area.
Apr 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 2 #10 cans black beans dented on side
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chia seed pudding 56 F - cold holding; blue cheese 50 F - cold holding; manager provided temps for item within temps at 6:18. items placed in walk-in for rapid re cool
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Soufflé cup used in blue cheese removed by manager
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket not inverted, inverted by manager
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled gaskets in reach in cooler
Dec 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cleaner bottles hanging if from handwash sink- removed by 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. 3 new employees missing employee health reporting agreements - manager had employees fill out and sign
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastics pans on dry rack, placed on side and spaced by manager
Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. Wood Knife block found above prep station across from walk in freezer- manager discarded block
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mops hung up by manager
Jul 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sliced cheese 46 F - cold holding; operator advised to rapid cool
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Hanging on handwashing sink in kitchen
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Establishment has portable air conditioners set up with handwashing sink next to triple sink.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Drink in single glass cooler in kitchen
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic pans wet nesting on drying rack
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Sanitizer in middle of bar 3CS
Equipment in poor repair. Hood filters not working. Manager states part is in order.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Walk in cooler and cookline
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Around door and floor of walk-in freezer
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed tomato's stored over ready to eat kale
Mar 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Soups reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Reheating beans and soup since 6:00 found at 9:30 53F
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Soups reheating since 6am found at 9:30 53F
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sour cream and chive cream out for 1 hour 58F recommended to rapid chill.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Employee wrapping silverware in front of hand sink blocking accessibility.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Filling pan with water from hand sink on the cook line. On the server line hand sink designated as a hand sink is used as a dump station.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. For home fries, pasteurized eggs and whipped butter.
Ice buildup around walk-in freezer door.
Sep 28, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Dish rack with silverware on hand sink in server area Hand sink on back line blocked
Sep 27, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cook line unit/ omelette station. Cooler was off at time of inspection, suspected breaker issues last night for storms. Everything was kept in cooler overnight, operator discarded. cooked chicken (66F - Cold Holding); French toast batter (63F - Cold Holding); quinoa (66F - Cold Holding); corn (70F - Cold Holding); black beans (67F - Cold Holding); liquid eggs (59F - Cold Holding); whipped eggs (59F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line unit/ omelette station. Cooler was off at time of inspection, suspected breaker issues last night for storms. Everything was kept in cooler overnight, operator discarded. cooked chicken (66F - Cold Holding); French toast batter (63F - Cold Holding); quinoa (66F - Cold Holding); corn (70F - Cold Holding); black beans (67F - Cold Holding); liquid eggs (59F - Cold Holding); whipped eggs (59F - Cold Holding) Plugged cooler back in and started to cool down during time of inspection, temped ambient air at 42F
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Dish rack with silverware on hand sink in server area Hand sink on back line blocked
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go containers not inverted
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.