RUBY ASIAN TASTE
1307 S BABCOCK ST, Melbourne FL 32901 · 917-288-6291
Last inspected Jul 20, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 18 points better than where it started.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 10 live flying insects by hot water heater and ice machine in back of kitchen
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2024045137 | May 29, 2024 | Aug 20, 2024 | $160 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Label in sink
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken, cooked noodles, walk in cooler
Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water. Handwash sink in back Operator fixed screen clogged
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Bottom back door
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Make table
Stored food not covered. Cornstarch, flour
Jan 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate13 Basic
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Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current Had office send copy for operator. They are having trouble understanding difference between license and manager card
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Interior microwave shows rust
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door
Food stored on floor. Potatoes walk in cooler Onions walk in cooler
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bottom make table
Stored food not covered. Potato starch Broccoli,cabbage,onions walk in cooler Breaded shrimp reach in freezer
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen chicken wings thawing in still water Educated
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler
Sep 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate13 Basic
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Educated operator. Sanitation in middle
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door
Food stored on floor. Case frozen shrimp walk in freezer
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sink in kitchen
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Make table
Stored food not covered. Rice and flour Cooked chicken wings, ready to eat vegetables walk in cooler
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Mar 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken wings, cooked chicken walk in cooler
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door
Food stored on floor. Rice
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. By make table
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets make table Bottom reach in make table cooler
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Stored food not covered. Flour
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Rice
Sep 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over soy sauce walk in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit Operator wants to put on time plan put items out at 11am and will discard at 3pm filled out form with operator Recommended rapid chill operator put in freezer cooked general chicken 51f cold holding cooked pork 52f cold holding. Cooked sweet sour chicken 51f cold holding. Cooked chicken 52f cold holding. Cooked chicken wings 54f cold holding.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Educated operator filled out form with operator. Rapid chilled in freezer
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bowl in sink in front
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door
Food stored on floor. Multiple foods on floor walk in freezer Raw chicken on floor walk in cooler
Light not functioning. Under hood fan
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
Stored food not covered. Egg rolls, walk in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing beef at room temperature. Beef still frozen Educated
May 29, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. Had cards from food Professionals but were blank
Apr 26, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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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.
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. Had cards from food Professionals but were blank
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken wings, cooked shrimp and cooked chicken. Walk in cooler
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Feb 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority7 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked chicken walk in cooler raw beef and shrimp over cooked chicken. Walk in cooler Corrected On-SiteCorrected On-SiteRepeat Violation**
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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Utensils in sink in kitchen
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At both sinks
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. Had cards from food Professionals but were blank
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken wings, cooked shrimp and cooked chicken. Walk in cooler
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used to scoop corn starch
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Food stored on floor. Frying oil Onions and raw chicken walk in cooler Buckets food on floor walk in freezer
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Stored food not covered. Flour and corn starch and sugar Corrected On-SiteCorrected On-SiteRepeat Violation**
Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler
Aug 18, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. With seasonings and sauces on back line
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Employee cracked raw shell egg with no hand wash and continued to work
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp, raw beef, and raw chicken over ready to eat noodles on cookline cooler Raw shrimp over green onions walk in cooler Raw chicken over cooked chicken walk in cooler
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Need to fully fill out cards
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl no handle to scoop rice
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Multiple phones and chargers stored on shelf with seasonings
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters accumulated grease
Stored food not covered. Stored flour left uncovered on grey cart in back
Aug 16, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 21 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority7 Intermediate9 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. With seasonings and sauces on back line
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Employee cracked raw shell egg with no hand wash and continued to work
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 10 live flying insects by hot water heater and ice machine in back of kitchen
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp, raw beef, and raw chicken over ready to eat noodles on cookline cooler Raw shrimp over green onions walk in cooler Raw chicken over cooked chicken walk in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Operator placed out at 11:30, had them add a time mark
Establishment advertised crab on menu/menu board but served imitation crab. Imitation Krab written as crab, per Angela Carragher giving them til callback to correct, if not corrected an administrative complaint may be issue
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. Printed and provided for operator
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dirty dish stored in hand sink by triple sink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By triple sink
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Printed out time plan, filled out and reviewed with operator
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No dates on any prepped items in walk in cooler
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Need to fully fill out cards
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl no handle to scoop rice
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink on prep table next too cookline
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Multiple phones and chargers stored on shelf with seasonings
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Both employees preparing food when I walked in with no hat on
Food stored on floor. Onions on floor in walk in cooler
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Between cooler and prep table cookline
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters accumulated grease
Stored food not covered. Stored flour left uncovered on grey cart in back
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On wok station. On prep table
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.