OCEAN 302 BAR AND GRILL
302 A OCEAN AVE, Melbourne Beach FL 32951 · 321-802-5728
Last inspected May 29, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 27 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator renewed during inspection
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $560
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2019014353 | Jan 25, 2019 | Apr 11, 2019 | $160 |
| 4--2016029814 | Apr 18, 2016 | Jul 12, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
May 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun nozzle. Bar
No soap provided at handwash sink. Sink in bakery area
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Kevin
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Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Tanks outside in back
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket sm salad make table
Dec 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over butter
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Half and half opened yesterday
No soap provided at handwash sink. Sink in bakery
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Food stored on floor. Lemons walk in cooler Cauliflower walk in freezer
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice bin at bar
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sink in bakery
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket make table
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Rt side make table
Jun 25, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Apr 22, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator renewed during inspection
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 operator copy
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pans stored on sink. In bakery area
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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 operator copy
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used to scoop seasoning dry storage
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Food stored on floor. Several items walk in freezer
Ice bucket/shovel stored not inverted
Light not functioning. Under hood fan
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Frying flour
Nov 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate5 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. 0 ppm. Will sanitize in triple sink till fixed Hose was kinked
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs over sour cream various ready to eat cheese. 2 door reach in cooler bakery
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pans stored on sink. Back bakery room
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Sink in back line
No soap provided at handwash sink. Sink in back bakery room
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used to scoop cheese. Salad make table
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Food stored on floor.several items walk in freezer
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour. Bakery room
May 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Back prep area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License is current.
Food stored on floor. In walk in freezer
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container with cinnamon sugar and another container with flour
Nov 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength, operator primed and retested at 50ppm
Raw ground beef over raw pork chops and fish
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Jul 12, 2023□ 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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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/. Plans on file doesn't match what has been observed. By 3 bay sink is a 2 bay used for hand washing and prep. Pizza station located next to bar pizza oven and pizza cooler added along with a hand sink. Mop sink is located outside
No soap provided at handwash sink. Bar
Accumulation of debris inside and outside warewashing machine.
Cutting boards on cook line and pantry cooler has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
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.