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MYSTIC LOBSTER ROLL COMPANY

8799 ASTRONAUT BLVD, Cape Canaveral FL 32920 · 321-613-0064

Last inspected Aug 18, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats126
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1503634
Grade history
JUL 24
JUN 25
JUL 25
JAN 26
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler on cook line cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); slaw (59F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5
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Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $900

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
4--2019056519Sep 6, 2019Dec 3, 2019$700
4--2018019459Feb 26, 2018Apr 27, 2018$200

Inspection history

12 visits, newest first

Aug 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

4 High priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 19 findings
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Fully cooked chicken tenders stored below raw shrimp in reach in freezer on cook line. Raw beef patties stored above crab cakes and oysters in walk in cooler. Operator removed
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Raw salmon and raw tuna completely thawed in package stored in make table in kitchen and walk in cooler
High priority/01B-13-4/Repeat Violation
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Raid insect spray container stored on shelf on cook line by sanitizer bucket. Air freshener stored next to chocolate syrup on bar area. operator removed
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanibucket on cook line at 500++ ppm. Operator added water, new reading 150 ppm.
High priority/41-27-4/Corrected On-Site
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Missing date on two most recent tags.
Intermediate/01C-03-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Repeat Violation
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. See stop sale. Raw salmon and raw tuna completely thawed in package stored in make table in kitchen
Basic/06-09-2/Repeat Violation
Dead roaches on premises. 5 dead roaches on second floor 1 dead roach in women restroom 3 dead roaches on shelves by triple sink area Operator cleaned them up
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets on make table cooler
Basic/14-11-5
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. On oven door handle
Basic/10-20-4
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. First reading 120F. Operator placed it to reheat. New temp 155F.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Interior of ice machine/bin with rust that has pitted the surface
Basic/14-34-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave and oven in kitchen
Basic/22-08-4
Light not functioning. 2 lights above hood system
Basic/36-62-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Area around hood filters in kitchen Behind kitchen equipment Dusty fan in kitchen
Basic/23-03-4
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment.
Basic/36-64-5
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Make table in kitchen
Basic/29-49-6
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed tomatoes and corn stored above milk and mayonnaise in walk in cooler. Operator removed
Basic/08B-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4
The state's own report →
Mar 11, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 15, 2026Call 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 Jan 15, 2026 · Time Extended
Jan 7, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 16 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. Operator set up sanitizing sink. 50ppm
High priority/22-41-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored above beer bottles in walk-in cooler. Raw beef and raw shrimp stored over cooked lobster in reach-in cooler. Operator moved
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fully thawed raw tuna and raw salmon in commercial packaging bearing indicator label
High priority/01B-13-4
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach-in cooler slaw (56F - Cold Holding) stored above fill line of container. Pans of used product at batter station (83F - Cold Holding). Residues and raw shrimp in mix. Recommend keeping refrigerated or on time control
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun tip and ice bin cover soiled behind bar. Operator cleaned
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink on cook line
Intermediate/31B-02-4
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. No trainer certification number or dates of completion/expiration on documents
Intermediate/53B-10-4/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substances behind deflector plate
Basic/22-20-5
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Fully thawed raw tuna and raw salmon in commercial packaging bearing indicator label. SEE STOP SALE
Basic/06-09-1/Repeat Violation
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches under stairwell
Basic/35A-03-4
Food stored on floor. Soda bibs on the floor
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sign at hand wash sink for dish area
Basic/31B-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters and surrounding surfaces have an accumulation of grease. Walk-in cooler shel have an accumulation of mold like substances
Basic/23-03-4
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. On shelf under flat top
Basic/14-20-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Multiple cases of single service items on the floor in upstairs dry storage
Basic/25-05-4/Repeat Violation
Sep 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 23, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 18 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/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler. Raw oysters, raw salmon and raw mahi stored above slaw and buns. Operator moved
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fully thawed raw mahi, tuna and salmon in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements
High priority/01B-13-4
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler on cook line cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); slaw (59F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Shelf of paints and chemicals over dry storage rack
High priority/41-10-4
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Intermediate/01C-05-4
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Intermediate/01C-03-4
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
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. Operator posted
Intermediate/02A-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. On cook line
Intermediate/27-16-4
Clams/mussels/oysters removed from original container for long-term storage.
Basic/01C-06-5
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Fully thawed raw mahi, tuna and salmon in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements
Basic/06-09-1
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook
Basic/13-03-4
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil. Operator moved
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Front entry and kitchen
Basic/36-64-5/Warning
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hot water handle at hand wash ink on cook line does not work
Basic/29-08-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Open cases of single service products stored on the floor in kitchen
Basic/25-05-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On bar top
Basic/21-12-4
Jun 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 4, 2025Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Salmon, mahi and tuna
High priority/01D-01-5
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fully thawed raw mahi, raw salmon, and raw tuna in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements.
High priority/01B-13-4
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Seared tuna.
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
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/. Section of plans missing. Area with walk in cooler, walk in freezer, cold and dry storage not reflected on plans
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Intermediate/05-08-4/Warning
No running water at mop sink.
Intermediate/27-11-4/Warning
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand wash sink on cook line
Intermediate/27-16-4/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substance on the deflector plate
Basic/22-20-5
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Fully thawed raw mahi, raw salmon, and raw tuna in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements. SEE STOP SALE
Basic/06-09-1
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Not posted
Basic/51-13-4/Warning
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Basic/05-09-4/Warning
Jul 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 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
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. Missing for 2 servers on duty
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substance behind the deflector plate
Basic/22-20-5
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. In walk in cooler. Operator discarded
Basic/14-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Cardboard Box in walk in cooler is being reused to store bread. Visibly soiled. Operator discarded
Basic/25-32-4/Corrected On-Site
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk in cooler shelves are soiled
Basic/22-16-4
Dec 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in coolers sliced cheese (53F - Cold Holding); house dressing (51F - Cold Holding). Items are stored above fill line of unit. Operator moved into refrigeration
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Eggs Benedict. Operator marked on menus
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Stand up reach in cooler between line and dish area. Operator cleaned
Basic/22-16-4/Corrected On-Site
Jul 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler on cook line. cut tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (56F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Benedict's. Operator marked to identify each menu
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook
Basic/13-04-4

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.