MELBOURNE SEAFOOD STATION
865 PALM BAY RD NE #100, Melbourne FL 32904 · 813-390-2949
Last inspected Apr 7, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License renewed but old one posted at bar.
★ 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--2020050771 | Oct 1, 2020 | Feb 5, 2021 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Apr 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License renewed but old one posted at bar.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Mop sink with hose attached no vacuum breaker/ backflow prevention device installed.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice chute on soda fountain machine soiled with mold like substance.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Top of dish machine soiled with food debris.
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used to scoop rice.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding missing under Type K extinguisher on cook line.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean metal bins wet nesting on drying rack.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease buildup on flooring behind fryers.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Small make table does not have a thermometer inside.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves for storage of plastic bins soiled with debris.
Standing water in bottom of walk in cooler. Condensation dripping from unit.
Stored food not covered. Bin of cobbled corn had water from walk in cooler condensation dripping in bin. Operator removed and reboiled corn. Placed covers on other food in walk in cooler.
Jan 26, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
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 debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Light not functioning. Under hood fan
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
Nov 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate10 Basic
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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. O ppm. Will sanitize in triple sink sink till repaired
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator made changes didn't submit to plan review. Operator forgot to send. Inspector saw plans that operator is sending
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.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Sent copy operator posted
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Food stored on floor. Case bread walk in cooler
Ice bucket/shovel stored not inverted
Light not functioning. Under hood fan
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Lids for to go containers
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Make table on left
Stored food not covered. Crab legs walk in freezer
Jun 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Renovations done to front counter/bar, hand sink relocated to end of bar.
Jun 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine lid soiled
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Soufflé cup in seasoning cup removed
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Both make tables
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Blue cups next to drink machine
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven handle
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled hood filters with dust and grease Gaskets on sides make table soiled
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bottom of fryer make table - cleaned by staff
Apr 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority7 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.. ceviche (44F - Cold Holding); crab (44F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. ceviche (44F - Cold Holding); crab (44F - Cold Holding) in low boy prep cooler, items were in overnight. Manager discarded product.
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.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ceviche on menu has raw fish.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Renovations done to front counter/bar, hand sink relocated to end of bar.
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. Provided for operator.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided advisory for manager. Printed and posted. Menu states they can order them raw or cooked.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle of pink liquid not labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used in seasonings. Manager removed.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Blue plastic cups next to drink machine.
Food stored on floor. Bag of individually packaged fish under rack in walk in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink end of bar.
Nov 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
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.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn in reach in drawer cooler
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Seafood make table
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler drawer gaskets
Nov 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Hose holder placed and hose picked up by owner
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. cooked pasta 45 F - cold holding;
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. seafood table- cooked 32 F thawing; lobster tails 47 F - cold holding; scallops 45 F F - cold holding; cooked craw fish 48 F - cold holding; boiled eggs 50 F - cold holding; cooked pasta 45 F - cold holding; All proteins placed in make table this morning at 10am and found at 1:30 pm. Manager rapid chilled items with ice. Cooked pasta was in cooler over night and was discarded.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine lid in kitchen, lid cleaned by owner
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Soufflé cups Spicy spices, cups removed
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn in reach in drawer cooler
Food stored on floor. 2 boxes on floor under racks in reach in cooler, wraps and chicken wings
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Seafood make table
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler drawer gaskets
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Plastic pans on clean dish rack
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Rice Manager labeled
Feb 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Manager forgot to date. Finished batch last Tuesday
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Salad make table
Sep 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Purple liquid and blue liquid not labeled.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License provided expired April 1, 2023. License is current.
Food stored on floor. 3 cases of food stored on floor in walk in freezer.
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.