KILTED MERMAID
1937 OLD DIXIE HWY, Vero Beach FL 32960 · 772-569-5533
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
5 inspections within 15 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 4-1-26. Operator renewed
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 4-1-26. Operator renewed
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Top of dish machine has buildup
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Ahi tuna thawed in ROP in walk in
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pot roast, date was added
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Glass cleaner On rack next to pots and pans
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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. Robert, Clara need training
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice bin at bar
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Tuna in ROP not fully thawed. Employee cut slits
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Spoon in potato salad
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 2 half pans of shredded cheese
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 2 half pans of shredded cheese in cooler overnight. 49-51f.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Between equipment and under ovens
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shredded Swiss cheese 46° Shredded cheddar 47° Goat cheese 47° All in cooler overnight
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Between equipment and under ovens
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine in bar area.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In bar area
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In kitchen area
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.