SAND ON THE BEACH
1005 ATLANTIC ST, Melbourne Beach FL 32951 · 321.327.8951
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 18 visits since October 2023
5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 6 live flies in kitchen.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
8 cases · $5,420
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2021041489 | Jul 8, 2021 | Sep 22, 2021 | $200 |
| 4--2019028550 | Apr 26, 2019 | Aug 16, 2019 | — |
| 4--2019031715 | Mar 21, 2019 | Aug 16, 2019 | — |
| 4--2019007846 | Feb 8, 2019 | May 21, 2019 | $3,000 |
| 4--2018054538 | Aug 24, 2018 | Mar 25, 2019 | $600 |
| 4--2017058151 | Nov 20, 2017 | May 1, 2018 | $1,100 |
| 4--2017044326 | Jul 25, 2017 | Oct 11, 2017 | $120 |
| 4--2017035005 | Jul 18, 2017 | Aug 11, 2017 | $400 |
Inspection history
18 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Live, small flying insects found. 1 fly in kitchen Next unannounced inspection
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. Upstairs walk in cooler. Downstairs reach in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade Soda gun nozzle both. Upstairs bar
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Upstairs bar
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Both machines downstairs front under door
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Pan used to scoop frying breading flour Cup used to scoop flour
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket make table Handle reach in cooler at downstairs bar
Hole in or other damage to wall. Holes in wall pantry
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets make table Gaskets reach in freezer
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind fryers By dishwasher
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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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. Bar dish machine 10 ppm, manager primed several times
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Metal pans in dish room
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 5 high priority.
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1 Live, small flying insects found in the kitchen.
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. Bar dish machine 10 ppm, manager primed several times
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked potatoes in the walk in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Sliced ham 45F placed in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In top station cooler cut tomatoes (67F - Cold Holding); mango salsa with corn (67F - Cold Holding); cheese (61F - Cold Holding) 3 door lowboy cooler guacamole 50F cut lettuce 50F
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can open blade heavily soiled
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Poached eggs on menu.
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. Chris the dish washer
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Cook line
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Container of cooked potatoes stored on floor in the walk in cooler.
Drain cover(s) missing. Mop sink
Dump sink heavily cover in mold like substance.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Metal pans in dish room
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin present.
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda Gunn nozzle
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken wings and cooked shrimp walk in cooler
Drain cover(s) missing.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall prep area near bottom
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in flour
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters Food debris reach in freezer
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Stored food not covered. Cooked chicken wings walk in cooler
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken wings, lobster bisque, pasta sauce all walk in cooler
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket make table
Food stored on floor. Pickles walk in cooler
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket reach in freezer
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Canadian bacon thawing at room temperature still frozen. Educated cook
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Breading
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Outside where soda station was.
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/. Prep and dish area swapped please submit plans.
Excessive amounts of unused equipment in room used for dry storage.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Hot water handle missing at hand sink in the upstairs bar.
Gaskets heavily soiled on chest freezer.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Outside where soda station was.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Judah
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/. Prep and dish area swapped please submit plans.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Dish room
Excessive amounts of unused equipment in room used for dry storage.
Expo container water line draining onto a bucket.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Hot water handle missing at hand sink in the upstairs bar.
Gaskets heavily soiled on chest freezer.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Top of ice machine in kitchen
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 37 recorded, 11 high priority.
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2 Live, small flying insects found kitchen.
Container of medicine and chemical improperly stored with utensils.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Cook in kitchen changing several tasks.
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Cooked wiped face then continue to grill without hand wash.
Oyster tag missing from 2 dozens of oysters left in box.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw tuna stored over mango salsa and avocado sauce..
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Avocado sauce dated 4-21-25
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Avocado sauce dated 4-21-25
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fish bearing label not removed from package upon thawing.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. milk (45F - Cold Holding); butter packets (48F - Cold Holding) in cooler over night.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Upstairs walk in cooler milk (45F - Cold Holding); butter packets (48F - Cold Holding)
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Consumer advisory for raw or undercooked oysters not posted/provided in a conspicuous location. Inside kitchen not where customers can see it.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Small cutting board heavily soiled Soda nozzles at the wait station heavily soiled.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Outside where soda station was.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Judah
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/. Prep and dish area swapped please submit plans.
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. For new staff members less than 60 days. Miranda, Anne and Summer
No tag on oysters. See stop sale.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In room used for dry storage
Cases of food stored on floor in the walk in cooler. Calamari and chicken.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Dish room
Clean cutting boards not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
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. Salmon
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. On lid of bulk container.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Food storage container in prep area
Excessive amounts of unused equipment in room used for dry storage.
Expo container water line draining onto a bucket.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Hot water handle missing at hand sink in the upstairs bar.
Gaskets heavily soiled on chest freezer.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Down stair bar
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Top of ice machine in kitchen
Thawed portions of ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit while being thawed under running water. Mahi thawing 20 minutes in prep sink 60F
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Upstairs walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Cook line
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container of clam breading
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Dishmachine quaternary sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. O ppm. Sanitizer bottle empty. Changed 200 ppm
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. 10 shucked oysters. No tag. Operator discarded
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. Milk opened yesterday
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
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/ Manager showed up during inspection
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. Have operator copy
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. 1st floor
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used to scoop pico
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. Salmon walk in cooler vacuum seal not broken
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Food stored on floor. Fruits upstairs walk in cooler
Ice bucket/shovel stored not inverted
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. 2 door reach in cooler
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade Soda Gunn nozzles bar
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. By mop sink
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
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. Raw salmon walk in cooler
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Dishwasher area
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In both bathrooms upstairs Sent operator copy
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket reach in freezer and walk in cooler
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. 2 door reach in cooler
Stored food not covered. Crab reach in freezer by walk in cooler
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine and quaternary
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pork walk in cooler Heavy cream walk in cooler
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current
Food stored on floor. Lemons on floor upstairs walk in cooler
Ice bucket/shovel stored not inverted upstairs ice machine
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. 2 door reach in cooler
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar salt
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Bamboo on ceiling
Excessive amounts of vines growing on side of building up to the roof on the west side.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Grout lines missing on cook line causing water and food debris to lay in crevices.
Met inspection standards. 21 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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
Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef over Maui in walk in cooler in the walk in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Gravy dated 11/18
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale.gravy date 11/18
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Seared tuna 48F Mango salsa 44F Cook line cooler drawer precooked sausage Patties 44F diced ham 44F
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Quaternary over 500 ppm
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times, water pitcher in hand wash sink upon arrival
Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse temperature at manifold exceeds 194 degrees Fahrenheit. Final temperature 200
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Kisbel and Martini
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary and chlorine
No handwash sink located in vending machine area where employees service bulk food machines.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Ladies room.
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/. Moving dish machine into prep, then prep in old dish-wash area.
Ceiling shows damage or is in disrepair due to leak in the server area and the ceiling next to restrooms. Hole in ceiling above office desk Ceiling leaking in the dish washing area
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Ladies restroom down stairs
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Food storage containers and glasses at the upstairs bar.
Excessive vines growing up west side of building.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Torn gasket on reach in freezer.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 33 recorded, 10 high priority.
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Can of ketchup dented on the seam.
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. Chlorine 0 ppm, primed a lot of air bubbles. 100 ppm
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 6 live flies in kitchen.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over ice cream in the reach in freezer. In Reach in freezer opened bag of raw chicken tenders stored over cooked portioned pulled pork.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Quinoa 10/1 ceviche 10/9
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Ceviche dated 10/9 quinoa 10/1
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Blue cheese 44F
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter packets 58F found on the counter on the front line. Recommend to rapid chill. Cook line cooler pico (44 to 50F - Cold Holding); cut cherry tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding); Prep cooler blue cheese dressing 44F
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Windex and other chemicals hanging from rack on bag n box station. Chemicals over single service items in the storage room.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Quaternary over 500 ppm
Can opener blade heavily soiled. Soda gun at upstairs bar soiled.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
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. Emailed to operator
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Spoons in hand sink Filling pitcher up with water from hand sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory; poached eggs for eggs Benedict need asterisks, indicating undercooked
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary and Chlorine
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 paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Upstairs bar hand sink
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with green solution.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Soufflé cup use to scoop spices
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Bamboo on ceiling
Excessive amounts of vines growing on side of building up to the roof on the west side.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Grout lines missing on cook line causing water and food debris to lay in crevices.
Heavy build up of slime on the reach in freezer gasket.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In 3 door low boy cooler.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Vending machine exterior soiled. Hand sink in prep area heavily soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.cook line
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk containers of flour and sugar not labeled.
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.