SEBASTIAN SALTWATER
1732 INDIAN RIVER DR, Sebastian FL 32958 · 772.589.2552
Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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JUL 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 19 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Exterior near bar.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled, moved to wash. Slicer soiled with food debris.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling cracked above dish machine.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on cutting board.
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean bins wet nesting.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. 1/2" gap under back door.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Make table on cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Make table closest to sink on cook line and reach in freezer gaskets soiled with food debris. Small reach in cooler used for plates gasket soiled with mold like substance.
Feb 6, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket reach make table on left Hood filters
Jan 27, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 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 repaired. Operator has switched to another company and got rid of eco lab. New machine will be installed 2-4-26
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs over unwashed vegetables. Walk in cooler
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Sun glasses cook line
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Light not functioning. Under hood fan
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket reach make table on left Hood filters
Aug 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. 1 July tag
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda Gunn nozzle outside bar on rt side
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Sink in dishwasher 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. Michelle. And. Luk
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cook line
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket reach reach in freezer Several others
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer
Light not functioning. Under hood fan
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.gasket freezer Gasket 2 door reach in cooler
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Apr 9, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Kitchen. Dishwasher area
Feb 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate7 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. Oppm. Will call eco lab and sanitize in triple sink till fixed
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. Sent operator copy
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. Lucas
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/
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Kitchen. Dishwasher area
Ice bucket/shovel stored not inverted
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket reach in freezer
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Aug 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Oysters 3 tags not dated
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Heavy cream
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
Identity of food or food product misrepresented. Tuna poke not marked served raw. Chef had added to menus at inspection
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
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket single door reach in cooler
Jan 31, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked shrimp
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets make table No handle on make table
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
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 coleslaw
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler at bar by kitchen
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
Oct 3, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Advised manager who had employee wash hands.
Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied.
Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. At dish machine
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks throughout kitchen. Advised manager and items were moved
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1.Can opener blade 2. TV above salad expo area
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind cooks line
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Spice shakers on cooks line not labeled
Sep 26, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Advised manager who had employee wash hands.
Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied.
Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. At dish machine
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks throughout kitchen. Advised manager and items were moved
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1.Can opener blade 2. TV above salad expo area
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind cooks line
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Spice shakers on cooks line 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.