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KINGS DUCK BAR AND GRILL

4155 N COURTENAY PKWY, Merritt Island FL 32953 · 321-369-8020

Last inspected Jun 15, 2026 · 7 visits since January 2025

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats50
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1507294
Grade history
JAN 25
SEP 25
MAR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

3 inspections trending down, 73 points off where it started.

Worst finding on record
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Jun 15, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findings
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Intermediate/16-62-1/Warning/Return visit May 11, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Jun 15, 2026 · Time Extended
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Basic/16-23-4/Warning/Return visit May 11, 2026 · No change Time Extended/Return visit Jun 15, 2026 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Painted ceiling in walk-in cooler is bubbling and peeling
Basic/36-32-5/Warning/Return visit May 11, 2026 · No Change Time Extended/Return visit Jun 15, 2026 · Time Extended
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Throughout dining area and restrooms
Basic/36-64-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 11, 2026 · No change Time Extended/Return visit Jun 15, 2026 · Time Extended
Show the remaining 1 finding ▾
Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Soffit screens torn, hanging, missing
Basic/35B-12-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 11, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Jun 15, 2026 · No change Time Extended
The state's own report →
May 11, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Table mounted can opener is soiled. Soda gun holster at bar has biological growth
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 11, 2026 · No change Time Extended
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Intermediate/16-62-1/Warning/Return visit May 11, 2026 · Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint/Return visit May 11, 2026 · Time Extended
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Filters for ice machine and at bar have expiration date of 12/2/25
Intermediate/29-28-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 11, 2026 · No change Time Extended
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Basic/16-23-4/Warning/Return visit May 11, 2026 · No change Time Extended
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Employee unisex bathroom with pocket door
Basic/32-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 11, 2026 · No change Time Extended
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Pocket door
Basic/32-04-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 11, 2026 · No change Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Painted ceiling in walk-in cooler is bubbling and peeling
Basic/36-32-5/Warning/Return visit May 11, 2026 · No Change Time Extended
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Unisex bathroom
Basic/32-12-6/Warning/Return visit May 11, 2026 · Time Extended
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Throughout dining area and restrooms
Basic/36-64-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 11, 2026 · No change Time Extended
Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Soffit screens torn, hanging, missing
Basic/35B-12-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 11, 2026 · Time Extended
Plumbing system in disrepair. Faucet in women's bathroom is not attached. Men's urinal out of order
Basic/29-08-4/Warning/Return visit May 11, 2026 · Time Extended
Single-service articles improperly stored. Cases of Togo boxes stored on the floor
Basic/25-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit May 11, 2026 · No change Time Extended
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Missing at gun nearest restrooms
Basic/29-17-4/Warning/Return visit May 11, 2026 · Time Extended
Mar 10, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 28 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority6 Intermediate19 Basic
Show 28 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored above produce in walk-in cooler
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef stored above raw fish in glass door reach-in cooler. Operator moved
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Over liquor bottles in storage room
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Table mounted can opener is soiled. Soda gun holster at bar has biological growth
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Intermediate/16-62-1/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided and implemented documentation for batter and breading station
Intermediate/03F-10-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Filters for ice machine and at bar have expiration date of 12/2/25
Intermediate/29-28-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Basic/16-23-4/Warning
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Employee unisex bathroom with pocket door
Basic/32-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Pocket door
Basic/32-04-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Compressed air tanks not secured
Basic/51-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Painted ceiling in walk-in cooler is bubbling and peeling
Basic/36-32-5/Warning
Clean linens stored on floor. In liquor room
Basic/21-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Unisex bathroom
Basic/32-12-6/Warning
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil containers
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Pizza paddle stored directly on top of oven. No physical barrier
Basic/10-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Top shelf over expo line is soiled. Beer lines in walk-in cooler have an accumulation of mold like substances
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Throughout dining area and restrooms
Basic/36-64-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Warning
Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Soffit screens torn, hanging, missing
Basic/35B-12-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Drain line to ice well and soda gun near front door are not plumbed into drains
Basic/29-07-5/Warning
Plumbing system in disrepair. Faucet in women's bathroom is not attached. Men's urinal out of order
Basic/29-08-4/Warning
Single-service articles improperly stored. Cases of Togo boxes stored on the floor
Basic/25-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Missing at gun nearest restrooms
Basic/29-17-4/Warning
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Triple sink behind bar leaks onto floor when draining
Basic/29-11-4/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. White granular substance removed from original packaging not identified in blue bin
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Sep 25, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 19, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0ppm
High priority/22-41-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 19, 2025 · Says part is ordered and unit will be repaired over weekend Time Extended
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 Sep 19, 2025 · Time Extended
Sep 10, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 25 recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority6 Intermediate14 Basic
Show 25 findings ▾
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0ppm
High priority/22-41-4/Warning
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 0ppm
High priority/22-43-4
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler raw beef stored on shelf above crab meat
High priority/08A-05-6
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In squeeze bottle on shelf in kitchen basil butter (78F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker installed on the non chemical side of the split at mop sink
High priority/29-42-4
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun holsters behind bar are soiled. Table mounted can opener is soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4
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
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle not labeled identifying liquid contents.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date of last service on water filters for ice machine and behind bar
Intermediate/29-28-4
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Employee restroom has pocket door left open
Basic/32-02-4
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Restroom doors do not fully close under own weight
Basic/32-04-4
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Compressed air tank in front of walk in cooler door is not tethered
Basic/51-11-4
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Cardboard boxes being reused to store food in walk in cooler
Basic/14-05-4
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In rear room next to walk in cooler
Basic/36-22-4
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil containers and soda bibs stored on the floor
Basic/08B-38-4
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Stored on top of ice machine
Basic/10-12-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves in dry storage room are soiled with old food debris
Basic/23-03-4
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Pungent scent in bar area
Basic/36-64-5
Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Soffit screens hanging down over front entrance
Basic/35B-12-4
Stored food not covered. White granular in red tub and bag in red tub
Basic/08B-12-5
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Unwrapped straws in reach of customers on bar
Basic/25-27-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Stored in used mop water between uses
Basic/42-01-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. White granular substance removed from original packaging is not labeled identifying by common name in red tub.
Basic/02D-01-5
Jan 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic

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.