FLYING BURRO
1180 S BABCOCK ST, Melbourne FL 32901 · 3093105577
Last inspected May 28, 2026 · 11 visits since October 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 10 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided for operator
★ 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--2014047255 | Sep 4, 2014 | Feb 5, 2015 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
May 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef walk in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken, cooked ground beef, cooked rice. Walk in cooler
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current
Food stored on floor. Sauces. Walk in cooler
Ice bucket/shovel stored not inverted
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Single-service articles improperly stored. To go cups stored on floor
Stored food not covered. Cooked chicken, cooked ground beef beef, diced tomatoes, walk in cooler
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in freezer
Mar 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over bread cut vegetables. Walk in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
No soap provided at handwash sink. Sink in prep room
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Several cooked items in walk in cooler
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Food stored on floor. Onions dry storage Peppers and sauces walk in cooler
Ice bucket/shovel stored not inverted
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Refrigerator
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Single-service articles improperly stored. To go stored on floor
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Make table
Stored food not covered. Onions black beans and pico. Walk in cooler
Dec 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Rice
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over cooked pork. Walk in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. All cooked foods in walk in cooler
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents dirty
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Limes, onions sauces. Walk in cooler
Ice bucket/shovel stored not inverted
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In refrigerator
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters and hood grease
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go containers on cook line
Stored food not covered. Cooked chicken walk in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing fish at room temperature. Still frozen educated
Sep 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ice bucket/shovel stored inverted
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer
Aug 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over sauces. Walk in cooler
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Shell eggs over raw shrimp. Refrigerator
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pork, cooked ground beef, cooked chicken
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket chest freezer
Food stored on floor. Sauces walk in cooler
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Refrigerator
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Microwave handle Filter on ice machine
Single-service articles improperly stored. Several cases on floor. To go containers
Jul 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk walk in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
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. No proof for trading for all employees working at time of inspection. Manager confirmed they have all been employed over 60 days
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used to scoop onions peppers refrigerator Cup used to scoop spices
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current
Food stored on floor. Sauces on floor walk in cooler
Ice bucket/shovel stored inverted
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Spatula handle in cooked ground beef. Walk in cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket and door refrigerator Filter on ice machine
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.soda and Gatorade walk in cooler
Single-service articles improperly stored. To go cups on floor
Feb 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board make table Can opener blade
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. Gave copy to operator had employee read and sign
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked beef and cooked ground beef and cooked rice walk in cooler
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used to scoop spices in refrigerator
Equipment in poor repair. No gasket make table
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Oil and food debris under fryers
Food stored on floor. Frying oil
Ice bucket/shovel stored not inverted
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Food debris front of microwave Grease hood fan and filters Gasket reach in chest freezer
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Sep 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. Sent operator copy
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn make table Gasket missing make table
Sep 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. All items in walk in cooler and walk in freezer Cooked rice 57f cold holding 20 lbs. cooked chicken 49 f cold holding. 8 lbs pico 50f cold holding. 2 qts. Milk 51f cold holding. 7 gallons cooked ground beef 81f cold holding. 30 lbs. cooked beef 60f cold holding. 30lbs. Cooked chicken 52f cold holding. 10 lbs shredded cheese 51f cold holding. 39 5lb bags shell eggs 51f ambient 1 case raw chicken 52f cold holding. 3 cases black beans 53f cold holding. 10 lbs raw beef eye 52 cold holding. 70 lbs. Raw ground beef 52f cold holding 10 lbs cooked chicken tenders 52f cold holding. 20 lbs imitation crab meat 52f cold holding. 15 lbs raw mahi 52f cold holding. 10 lbs. heavy cream 52f cold holding. 1 case
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked rice 57f cold holding 20 lbs. cooked chicken 49 f cold holding. 8 lbs pico 50f cold holding. 2 qts. Milk 51f cold holding. 7 gallons cooked ground beef 81f cold holding. 30 lbs. cooked beef 60f cold holding. 30lbs. Cooked chicken 52f cold holding. 10 lbs shredded cheese 51f cold holding. 39 5lb bags shell eggs 51f ambient 1 case raw chicken 52f cold holding. 3 cases black beans 53f cold holding. 10 lbs raw beef eye 52 cold holding. 70 lbs. Raw ground beef 52f cold holding 10 lbs cooked chicken tenders 52f cold holding. 20 lbs imitation crab meat 52f cold holding. 15 lbs raw mahi 52f cold holding. 10 lbs. heavy cream 52f cold holding. 1 case
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
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. Sent operator copy
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken and rice walk in cooler
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Walk in freezer not working operator had door open to walk in cooler from freezer. Has repair person scheduled
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn make table Gasket missing make table
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. By chest freezer
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under fryer
Food stored on floor. Flour tortillas Soda syrup Sauces walk in cooler
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In refrigerator
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters Gasket chest freezer Microwave shelf
Mar 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Employee used the bathroom and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands upon returning to employee area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken, beef, pork over ready to eat vegetables Raw shell eggs over cooked bacon
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.under fryers
Food stored on floor. Soda syrup
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets chest freezer
Single-service articles improperly stored. To go containers on floor
Oct 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Reach in cooler kitchen area: Raw fish over ready to eat ham Raw streak over ready to eat veggies Raw chicken over ready to eat veggies Walk in cooler: Raw chorizo over cooked chicarrones Provided safe storage guide to operator to hang on fridge as reminder
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Opened milk in walk in cooler
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided for operator
Accumulation of black like substance in the interior of the ice machine, on white guard top of machine
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In back dry storage area
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated dust.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Two employees engaged in food prep no hat
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under fryers accumulated grease
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters accumulated grease White chest freezer gaskets soiled Walk in cooler gaskets soiled Exterior of fryers accumulated grease
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.