MARYLAND FRIED CHICKEN
748 21 ST, Vero Beach FL 32960 · 772.567.5360
Last inspected Feb 18, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach under front counter. Roach was killed.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2021041424 | Aug 25, 2021 | Sep 24, 2021 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Feb 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Multiple cooler door handles have build up
Clean linens stored on floor. In shed
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on walk in cooler door. Gasket on alto sham is disrepair. Hood filter under front fryers is not secured
Food stored on floor. Bags of rice in shed
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Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Tall single door reach in cooler has build up on shelves
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. At front counter
Sep 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach under front counter. Roach was killed.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Pesticide in storage shed stored about single service items. Can of raid on counter next to paper towels.Advised manager to move
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach in sticky trap under soda machine.
Equipment in poor repair. -Torn gaskets on multiple coolers -hood filter at front counter is not secured
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Hood filters soiled in grease under both fryers -Shelves soiled in sticky substance and food debris under front counter. - Exterior of soda machine has black mold like substance. -walk in cooler door handles have build up of food residue -gaskets soiled on multiple coolers
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Tall stainless reach in cooler shelves are soiled
Jun 25, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 4-1-2025. Spoke to office manager on phone who states she will call to renew.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Pesticide stored above single service items in shed. Adviced manager to move
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Chicken cutter blade is soiled in old food debris
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on tall reach in cooler is torn and repaired with duct tape. Gap in hood filters at front fryer
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler floors soiled under rack
Food stored on floor. Canned goods in shed on floor
Walk in cooler Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Exterior of soda machine has mold like substance
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Feb 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked shrimp in thaw cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda machine nozzles and ice chute soiled in mold like substance
Hood filter is not secured in place at front fryers
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Walk in cooler door handles and gasket soiled in old food debris.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee purse on ss items at front counter
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on thaw cooler door repaired with duct tape
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler floors soiled with old food debris
Food stored on floor. Bags of rice in shed
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Light not functioning. At front fryers
Sep 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked chicken 48f. In cooler over night. Manager threw away.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Raid on top of sugar bags
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice shoot and soda nozzles soiled in black like substance at customer soda station
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Top of ice shield
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Corners of walk in cooler floor are soiled in food debris. Interior of fryer cooler floor soiled
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on reach in cooler Gasket on walk in cooler door Fryer cooler speed rack soiled
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. In front counter reach in freezer
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Feb 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 5 cans of peas and carrots heavily rusted. Operator threw away during inspection
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Cooked gizzards found at 85F sitting out, rechecked 20 minutes later and reading 80F. Operator moved to cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. 2. Reach in cooler shelves soiled in residue
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Jacket on canned goods. Manager removed
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.manager removed
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Hood filters
Nov 27, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. 2. Chicken cutter heavy soiled 3. Reach in cooler shelves soiled
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Ladies restroom
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets in disrepair on single door cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Rolling racks soiled
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind front fryer
Sep 21, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 1 can of ketchup
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 8 small flies observed near can storage rack. Manager killed
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Butter found at 74° left out overnight
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter found at 74°. Gizzards found in cooler at 48°-54° overnight
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. White hose across from fryers.
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 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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. 2. Chicken cutter heavy soiled 3. Reach in cooler shelves soiled
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Ladies restroom
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Young male cook
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets in disrepair on single door cooler
No copy of latest inspection report available.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front sink next to fryer
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Rolling racks soiled
Open dumpster lid.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind front fryer
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.