RUSTY'S SEAFOOD & OYSTER BAR
628 GLEN CHEEK DR, Cape Canaveral FL 32920 · (407)783-2033
Last inspected Apr 2, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
MAR 25
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APR 26
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Live, small flying insects found Observed live flying insects; At exterior tiki bar 27 At interior bar 33
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025025588 | Mar 17, 2025 | Apr 2, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Apr 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top reach-in cooler on service line shucked raw oysters (56F - Cold Holding). Stored above fill line of unit
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Walk-in freezer
Iced tea dispenser not cleaned at least once every 24 hours. Spouts for tea dispensers are soiled
In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses. Knife stored in sanitizer on cook line. Operator removed
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In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Knife stored in standing water at 95°F in prep area. Operator removed
Nov 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top at reach-in cooler raw shucked oysters (47F - Cold Holding). Stored on plate over fill line of unit. Operator moved to refrigeration
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun behind interior bar is soiled. Surface area surrounding dispenser nozzles at soda machine next to interior bar has an accumulation of mold like substances.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used as dump sink for coffee at service station behind restrooms
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.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Filter for exterior ice machine last serviced in October 2024
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. Iced drink maker at exterior bar has an accumulation of mold like substance surrounding dispenser chute
Hole in or other damage to wall. Corner of interior bar
Iced tea dispenser not cleaned at least once every 24 hours. Heavy buildup of residues in dispenser nozzle of iced tea containers on exterior deck. Operator stated that they are cleaned weekly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Door partitions for walk-in coolers are soiled. Walk-in cooler shelves are soiled.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Under beer taps at tiki bar
Jun 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 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. 0ppm. Operator replaced source container. 50ppm
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Employee dropped 2 cases of oysters on the floor
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Dispenser chute of iced drink maker at exterior bar. Soda gun soiled behind the bar
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Exterior Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substance behind the deflector plate
Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Employee dumped a black bucket of unidentified substances into storm drain in parking lot
May 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fully thawed raw tuna in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of iced drink makers are soiled
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. On service line is being used as a dump sink. Ice in well. Staining from dumping tea
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles over cook line has an accumulation of dust
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 in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Multiple drinks on shelves over working areas. Oper moved
Mar 17, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 17, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 13 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed live flying insects; At exterior tiki bar 27 At interior bar 33
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substance behind the deflector plate dripping onto ice.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical sanitizing wipes stored on shelf over service window and on boxes of gloves. Chemical sterno candles stored over case of single service lids in dry storage room. Operator moved
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Surface area surrounding dispenser nozzles of soda machines at interior service stations has n accumulation of mold like substance.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Seared tuna for tacos on main menu are not marked. Operator marked all menus
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 dripping onto ice. SEE STOP SALE
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Multiple shelves and prep tables in kitchen. Operator moved
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook put on hat
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets on reach in coolers in kitchen
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on the floor beneath equipment at tiki and interior bars
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand wash sink in service station behind restrooms. Operator posted
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler shelves have an accumulation of mold like substance
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed mushrooms on shelf above ready to eat foods in walk in cooler. Operator moved
Oct 7, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 8 live flying insects in dish and shucking areas
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Dispenser chutes for tropics drink machines at each bar have an accumulation of mold like substance. Surface area surrounding dispenser nozzles at interior soda machine has an accumulation of mold like substance
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink at exterior bar used as dump sink. Ice in well
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks on cutting table, shelf over make line, in reach in cooler. Operator moved
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook put on restraint
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Stacked cups in service stations have evidence of wet nesting
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. At exterior bar
Jun 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple sink at interior bar area has less than 150 ppm. Operator drain to remake
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler near beer walk in cooler seared tuna (50F - Cold Holding) operator put bags of ice on all items in cooler
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk in reach in cooler held for 3 days according to operator. Operator date marked
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Dispenser chutes for each ice drink makers have an accumulation of a mold like substance
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. No consumer advisory on seared tuna, and raw oysters marked on menus. Operator had employee mark all menus
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Mold like substance on interior surfaces
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee had no hair restraint in kitchen. Operator gave the employee a hair net
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Evidence of wet nesting on stacked cups and stacked pans
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup on floor of walk in freezer near dishwasher area
In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses. On cook line near fryer knife stored in sanitizer bucket. Operator removed
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Accumulation of mold like substance on shelves in walk in cooler
Oct 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw oysters stored over sealed case of shucked pasteurized oysters. Operator moved
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Multiple dates missing
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Surface area surrounding dispenser nozzles of soda machine has an accumulation of mold like substance. Dispenser chutes of ice dispenser at soda machines and dispenser chutes of slush makers for bar drinks have an accumulation of mold like substance. Underside of beer tower at tiki bar has an accumulation of mold like substance
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. Ice bin of soda machine has an accumulation of mold like substance in upper rear interior corners
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on multiple reach in coolers
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Multiple cracked containers and lids on drying racks
Food stored under dripping water line. In walk in cooler. Condenser line is dripping onto wrapped and covered raw fish. Operator moved
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Surface area surrounding hoods over cook line have an accumulation grease dripping
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of single service gloves and cases of single service Togo cups stored on the floor in dry storage areas. Operator moved
Jul 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Surface area surrounding dispenser nozzles of soda machines have an accumulation of mold like substance. Tropics mixology machine at exterior bar has an accumulation of mold like substance in dispenser chute.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At kitchen entrance nearest host stand. Operator restocked
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. Unable to locate updated certificates for staff members whom expired in May
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout kitchen and service areas. Accumulation of dust
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Center stall
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. On storage shelves
Food stored on floor. Case of chips stored on the floor in dry storage room. Operator moved
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer floor
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Condenser fan covers in walk in cooler has an accumulation of dust. Hanging partitions for walk in cooler are soiled
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.