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MOORINGS CLUB DOWNSTAIRS

100 HARBOUR DR, Vero Beach FL 32963 · 772.231.1004

Last inspected Mar 25, 2026 · 6 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats164
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA4105152
Grade history
MAR 24
OCT 24
APR 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 13 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Yucca found at 45F. Chef moved to bottom cooler. Rechecked and now reading 43F
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site
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Inspection history

6 visits, newest first

Mar 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Butcher cutting board
Basic/14-09-4
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Basic/21-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters above flat top
Basic/23-03-4
Oct 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Operator needs chlorine test stripe
Intermediate/16-32-5
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink at bar
Basic/31B-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Apr 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Employee touched soiled surface and then handled clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Dishwasher went from dirty dishes to clean dishes without washing hands or changing gloves. Manager spoke to employee
High priority/12A-29-4/Corrective Action Taken
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tuna poke bowl. Lunch menu is was reprinted
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Corrected On-Site
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test strips
Intermediate/16-37-1
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Butcher room cutting board
Basic/14-09-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan guards in butcher cooler are soiled in dust. Fan guards were cleaned
Basic/23-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Oct 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Operator is marking date received not date last served Educated management.
Intermediate/01C-03-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade Soda Nozzle at bar
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Fry cooler cutting board has melted on the ends
Intermediate/14-16-4
Light not functioning. In bakery
Basic/36-62-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Mar 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda Gunn nozzle at bar
Intermediate/22-02-4
No soap provided at handwash sink. Sink by coffee station
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets and handle fry station
Basic/14-11-5
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
Basic/23-03-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Fry station
Basic/29-49-6
Nov 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Yucca found at 45F. Chef moved to bottom cooler. Rechecked and now reading 43F
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Glass cleaner at bar
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Found at 74F. Advised chef to heat water.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrective Action Taken
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.at main bar
Basic/31B-04-4

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.