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MELBOURNE SEAFOOD STATION

31 E NEW HAVEN AVE, Melbourne FL 32901 · 321-327-3393

Last inspected Jul 27, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats56
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1505609
Grade history
MAR 24
FEB 25
OCT 25
FEB 26
JUL 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 26 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

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. Sent copy
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
4--2019017563Mar 25, 2019May 15, 2019
4--2018029219May 11, 2018Jul 10, 2018$400

Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Jul 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate12 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findings
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 for employee to read and sign. Tatum
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup/glass used to scoop old bay and sugar Rice in walk in cooler
Basic/14-01-5
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current
Basic/50-09-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Basic/12B-07-4
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Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook
Basic/13-04-4
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets make table
Basic/14-11-5
Food stored on floor. Rice,seasoning and flour Oil
Basic/08B-38-4
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Light not functioning. 2 under hood fan
Basic/36-62-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
Basic/23-03-4
Stored food not covered. Cooked rice and cooked corn. Walk in cooler
Basic/08B-12-5
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Unused equipment in back covering
Basic/33-31-5
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
The state's own report →
Feb 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Heavy cream opened yesterday
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink. Sink in back
Intermediate/31B-03-4
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. Caleb
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pasta walk in cooler
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used to scoop shrimp Cup used to scoop rice. Walk in cooler
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Women's bathroom out of order. Using men's room as multi bathroom. No can with lid
Basic/32-12-6/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Potatoes walk in cooler
Basic/08B-38-4
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Spatula stored in crack cook line
Basic/10-17-4
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Scoop on cook line in water
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Food debris bottom of reach in freezer Dirty fan blowing on food prep service area Food on floor under shelf walk in cooler.
Basic/23-03-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Basic/16-46-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Cups dry storage
Basic/25-05-4
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go lids
Basic/25-06-4/Corrected On-Site
Stored food not covered. Crab reach in freezer
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Jan 26, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 22, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning/Return visit Dec 12, 2025 · Manager took test but won't have results till next week Time extension given for 10 days Time Extended/Return visit Dec 22, 2025 · Manager failed test. Planning on retaking test Due to holidays time extended 30 days Time Extended
Dec 12, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Educated employee
Intermediate/01C-05-4/Return visit Dec 12, 2025 · Time Extended
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Educated employee
Intermediate/01C-03-4/Return visit Dec 12, 2025 · Time Extended
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning/Return visit Dec 12, 2025 · Manager took test but won't have results till next week Time extension given for 10 days 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. Sent copy.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning/Return visit Dec 12, 2025 · Time Extended
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. Xochitl
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Return visit Dec 12, 2025 · Employee not available but other employees think she has completed class. Extension given for 10 days will have her leave copy at restaurant Time Extended
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current
Basic/50-09-4/Return visit Dec 12, 2025 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Dec 12, 2025 · Time Extended
Oct 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded.

0 High priority6 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Educated employee
Intermediate/01C-05-4
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Educated employee
Intermediate/01C-03-4
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. Sent copy
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
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 copy.
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. Xochitl
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used to scoop breading mix
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pots over triple sink
Basic/24-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current
Basic/50-09-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
Basic/23-03-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Straws on floor
Basic/25-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Stored food not covered. Breading mix
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Feb 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler
Intermediate/05-05-4
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door
Basic/35B-01-4
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Walk in cooler. Thermometer on outside not working
Basic/05-09-4
Mar 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
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. Claims owner has in back pack
Intermediate/11-26-1/Repeat Violation
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current
Basic/50-09-4
Food stored on floor. Raw bacon walk in cooler
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Basic/14-42-4
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Reach in freezer
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site
Light not functioning. On cookline
Basic/36-62-4
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Triple sink area
Basic/38-07-4
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Avacado still have stickers
Basic/08B-39-4/Repeat Violation
Dec 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

Recorded at 3280 SUNTREE BLVD #105, Melbourne — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Tested Triple Sink (Quaternary 00ppm) strip wouldn't register. Operator tried to prime pump for quat dispenser. Could not get to work. Operator calling ecolab to come recalibrate pump. Using sanitablets until ecolab can come out. Retested at Triple Sink (Quaternary 300ppm)
High priority/22-43-4/Corrected On-Site
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. Provided for operator for new servers and dish washer
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Hand sink by cookline
Intermediate/31B-06-4
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Using bowl no handle
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Clean stock pots on back line not inverted
Basic/24-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Sticker still on avocados in cookline unit
Basic/08B-39-4
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go containers not inverted
Basic/25-06-4/Corrected On-Site

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.