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PLAYALINDA BREWING COMPANY

5220 S WASHINGTON AVE, Titusville FL 32780 · (321) 872-7395

Last inspected Jun 2, 2026 · 14 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats120
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1506678
Grade history
JUN 25
JUN 25
DEC 25
JAN 26
MAY 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 8 live flying insects in bar area. Operator killed 6
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
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Inspection history

14 visits, newest first

Jun 2, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4/Return visit Jun 2, 2026 · Time Extended
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. On dry rack by dish machine area
Basic/24-08-4/Return visit Jun 2, 2026 · Time Extended
May 22, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 9 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. Reading 0 ppm, operator primed dish machine, still 0 ppm
High priority/22-41-4/Warning
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken tenders stored above ready to eat French fries and cheese curds in reach in freezer on front counter. Operator removed
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Missing on splitter in mop sink located between both public restrooms.
High priority/29-42-4
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee drinks stored n reach in cooler by make tables in kitchen. Operator removed.
Basic/08B-49-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. On dry rack by dish machine area
Basic/24-08-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Long reach in cooler by hand sink in kitchen
Basic/29-49-6
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed carrots stored over ready to eat pickles in walk in cooler. Operator removed
Basic/08B-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt containers not labeled. Operator labeled during inspection
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Jan 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw ground meat stored above raw fish in walk in cooler. Operator removed.
High priority/08A-17-6/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board Can opener blade
Intermediate/22-02-4
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In ceaser dressing container. Operator removed
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Box of oil stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. White powder in container. Operator labeled salt.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Jun 23, 2025Inspection 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 ▾
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitize bucket fill with chemical store directly on the floor. Operator remove bucket off the floor.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing bleach water not labeled. Operator labeled spray bottle
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Operator had dish washer clean the exterior of dish washer machine
Basic/16-21-4/Corrected On-Site
Jun 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Equipment in poor repair. Multiple reach in coolers in poor repair and front counter leaking water.
Basic/14-11-5/Return visit Dec 30, 2024 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler shelves soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Dec 30, 2024 · Time Extended
Dec 27, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Pest strip next to salad bar cooler. Operator threw away.
High priority/41-24-4/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach cooler in front of cookline sliced cheese (50F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding); corn beef (50F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips available for dishwasher.
Intermediate/16-37-1
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 certified manager available during inspection with more than 6 employees present.
Intermediate/53A-05-6
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine deflector plate soiled.
Basic/22-20-5
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Co2 tanks not secured behind bar area.
Basic/51-11-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee handling food no hair restraint. Employee put on an hat.
Basic/13-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment in poor repair. Multiple reach in coolers in poor repair and front counter leaking water.
Basic/14-11-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler shelves soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Multiple bulk containers not labeled. Operator labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Jun 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 3, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 8 live flying insects in bar area. Operator killed 6
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning/Return visit May 24, 2024 · Observed 5 live flying insects, operator killed 4 Time Extended/Return visit Jun 3, 2024 · Observed 18 live flying insects at callback Time Extended
May 24, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 8 live flying insects in bar area. Operator killed 6
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning/Return visit May 24, 2024 · Observed 5 live flying insects, operator killed 4 Time Extended
May 23, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 7 high priority.

7 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Drink garnishes on bar top are not protected from contamination by customers
High priority/08B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Cook touched ear bud with gloved hand and did not change gloves and wash hands before touching clean equipment
High priority/12A-29-4
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 8 live flying insects in bar area. Operator killed 6
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 500+ppm. Operator remade 300ppm
High priority/22-43-4/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In flip top of reach in cooler on cook line sliced cheese (63F - Cold Holding); corn beef (63F - Cold Holding); cooked noodles (63F - Cold Holding). Operator stated that all food items have been in unit overnight
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler on cook line sliced cheese (63F - Cold Holding); corn beef (63F - Cold Holding); cooked noodles (63F - Cold Holding)SEE STOP SALE
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker installed on the non chemical side of the split at mop sink
High priority/29-42-4
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/Repeat Violation
Beverage tubing/cold plate not separated from stored ice. Soda gun line behind bar is in contact with drinking ice
Basic/14-18-4/Repeat Violation
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Dishes at forward service wall are not protected. Operator inverted
Basic/24-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Single-service articles stored outside or in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Multiple cases of single service items are stored on rear exterior deck. Operator put in shed
Basic/25-11-5/Corrected On-Site
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm. Dispenser at triple sink is not dispensing at recommended ppm
Basic/21-08-4
Feb 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Coke slaw prepared on site 49° cold holding in portable cooler. Recheck temp after 20 mins 43° cold holding.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on make tables stained/soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Deflector and drop areas of ice machines soiled with mold like substance.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
Beverage tubing/cold plate not separated from stored ice. Soda gun holster at bar mounted over ice bin, hose of soda gun touches ice when lid is open.
Basic/14-18-4
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee personal food items stored in walk in cooler above client items, corrected
Basic/08B-49-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. 2# food storage containers stacked while still wet.
Basic/24-08-4
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Water plumbing lines, wall and floor under 3 compartment sink soiled. Area around the zoo station walls soiled.
Basic/36-01-4/Repeat Violation
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Flooring in walk in cooler and kitchen areas, bare cement exposed.
Basic/36-11-4
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. WaIt station under counter reach in cooler unit with out ambient air Thermo. Storage of who,e raw shell eggs at bar
Basic/05-09-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.table legs and bottom shelf of prep table soiled, come rusted.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Oct 16, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

4 High priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
Show 19 findings ▾
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. cooked on site bacon jam with cooked onions;; (88F - Cooling) cook was not sure for how long item had been sitting on counter at ambient air but sure was under 2 hours, placed item back on stove to reheat to 1650 and restart the cooling process; (88F), reheated to 183° and cooling process restarted, item placed on ice in 3 compartment sink, at 83° within 45 mins
High priority/03D-01-5/Corrective Action Taken
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Repackaged raw beef stored with ready to eat prepare on site compound butters in reach in freezer unit
High priority/08A-02-6
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Opened half and half from 10/9/23 should haven discarded previous day. See stop sale
High priority/02C-01-5/Repeat Violation
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 8days half and half, 1/# quart discarded
High priority/01B-13-4/Repeat Violation
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at the pizza station
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Some info missing on hourly training certificates, expiration dates missing on a few.
Intermediate/53B-10-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of the ice machine ceiling where ice dispenser soiled with black mold like substance. Deflector on second ice machine soiled with pink mold like substance
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open employee beverage stored on bottom shelf of prep table with client items,
Basic/12B-07-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone stored on wood prep table
Basic/40-06-5
Equipment in poor repair. Door gasket broken on cooks line make table.
Basic/14-11-5
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water behind the beverage/ side dispensing unit at wait station
Basic/36-22-4
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floors in kitchen prep Maria's heavily soiled, baseboards soiled walls under and behind equipment soiled and floor drains soiled
Basic/36-01-4
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop stored on top of ice machine, not fully on tray that is in place for dispensing items.
Basic/10-12-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Bottom shelfs of prep tables heavily soiled, rust and old food debris. Exterior of cooking equipment soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Pizza station, interior reach in cooler units soiled, old food debris and standing water. Cutting boards on make table at the pizza station soiled/ stained
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Several soiled wet and dry wiping cloths on use on prep tables, wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitizer bucket between uses.
Basic/21-10-4
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Unsealed cement floors in kitchen/prep areas,
Basic/36-02-5/Repeat Violation
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Case of unwashed pineapples stored over washed ready to eat spinach and unwashed open case asparagus stored over ready to eat carrots in walk in cooler
Basic/08B-17-4/Repeat Violation

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.