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SMOKEY BONES BAR & FIRE GRILL #7521

1510 W NEW HAVEN AVE, Melbourne FL 32904 · 321.951.9777

Last inspected Jan 21, 2026 · 15 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats253
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1505475
Grade history
OCT 24
APR 25
OCT 25
JAN 26
JAN 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
7 small Live, small flying insects found in the expo line. 4 flies in the dry storage area. 4 to 5 flies at the bar.
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $600

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
4--2024073003Oct 3, 2024Apr 2, 2025$400
4--2017026022Apr 14, 2017Jun 13, 2017$200

Inspection history

15 visits, newest first

Jan 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Ice machine has water filter dated 8-15-2024.
Intermediate/29-28-4/Return visit Jan 20, 2026 · Still dated 2024. Time Extended
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Top and input area of dish machine soiled with food debris.
Basic/16-21-4/Return visit Jan 20, 2026 · Exterior still requires cleaning Time Extended
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tiles missing above ice maker and dish machine.
Basic/36-36-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jan 20, 2026 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles and HVAC vents in kitchen soiled with dust and debris.
Basic/36-34-5/Return visit Jan 20, 2026 · Time Extended
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding broken and missing on cook line, near dish machine, and in mop sink.
Basic/36-03-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jan 20, 2026 · Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen has broken tile in several places and a large area on cook line.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jan 20, 2026 · Time Extended
Hole in or other damage to wall. Several areas in the kitchen have damaged walls.
Basic/36-24-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jan 20, 2026 · Time Extended
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Missing hood filter cover over fryers on cook line.
Basic/14-42-4/Return visit Jan 20, 2026 · Time Extended
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Three of four microwave ovens on cook line soiled with food debris above cook line.
Basic/22-08-4/Return visit Jan 20, 2026 · Time Extended
Light not functioning. Lights over three compartment sink not working.
Basic/36-62-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jan 20, 2026 · Time Extended
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer and reach in cooler on cook line has old food debris on bottom shelf.
Basic/22-16-4/Return visit Jan 20, 2026 · Time Extended
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Broken ice machine in kitchen.
Basic/33-31-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jan 20, 2026 · Time Extended
Jan 13, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 21 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority4 Intermediate16 Basic
Show 21 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. two vertical upright reach in cooler; chicken wings (50F - Cold Holding); cooked salmon (50F - Cold Holding) unit in defrost mode moved chicken and salmon to cooler. After defrost unit cooling at 45f and coming down.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Dish machine was out of product used for sanitation.
Intermediate/16-33-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. One of four hand wash sinks at the bar is being used to store cleaning supplies.
Intermediate/31A-09-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink nearest dish machine had no paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Ice machine has water filter dated 8-15-2024.
Intermediate/29-28-4
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Top and input area of dish machine soiled with food debris.
Basic/16-21-4
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tiles missing above ice maker and dish machine.
Basic/36-36-4/Repeat Violation
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles and HVAC vents in kitchen soiled with dust and debris.
Basic/36-34-5
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding broken and missing on cook line, near dish machine, and in mop sink.
Basic/36-03-4/Repeat Violation
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. After replacing dish machine chlorine container and numerous cycles the chlorine still tested at 0 ppm.
Basic/16-55-4/Warning
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee with no beard guard on performing food preparation.
Basic/13-04-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean bins wet nesting on drying rack over three compartment sink.
Basic/24-08-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen has broken tile in several places and a large area on cook line.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation
Hole in or other damage to wall. Several areas in the kitchen have damaged walls.
Basic/36-24-5/Repeat Violation
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Missing hood filter cover over fryers on cook line.
Basic/14-42-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer has ice built up at door and door is not sealing properly.
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Three of four microwave ovens on cook line soiled with food debris above cook line.
Basic/22-08-4
Light not functioning. Lights over three compartment sink not working.
Basic/36-62-4/Repeat Violation
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed unwashed tomatoes being sliced and placed in containers for use. Operator discarded approximately 3 sliced tomatoes.
Basic/08B-39-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer and reach in cooler on cook line has old food debris on bottom shelf.
Basic/22-16-4
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Broken ice machine in kitchen.
Basic/33-31-5/Repeat Violation
Oct 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Return visit Oct 3, 2025 · Time Extended
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Ladies restroom
Basic/32-04-4/Return visit Oct 3, 2025 · Time Extended
Ceiling tile missing. Above ice machine and dish machine area.
Basic/36-36-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Oct 3, 2025 · Time Extended
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cook line and back prep area.
Basic/36-03-4/Return visit Oct 3, 2025 · Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Several area in kitchen
Basic/36-17-5/Return visit Oct 3, 2025 · Time Extended
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Ice bin by hand sinks in bar.
Basic/08B-36-4/Return visit Oct 3, 2025 · Time Extended
Hole in or other damage to wall. Several areas in kitchen, cook line, by dry storage area.
Basic/36-24-5/Return visit Oct 3, 2025 · Time Extended
Light not functioning where 3 bay sink is located.
Basic/36-62-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Oct 3, 2025 · Time Extended
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Old ice machine used as storage.
Basic/33-31-5/Return visit Oct 3, 2025 · Time Extended
Oct 1, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 36 recorded, 9 high priority.

9 High priority9 Intermediate18 Basic
Show 36 findings ▾
7 small Live, small flying insects found in the expo line. 4 flies in the dry storage area. 4 to 5 flies at the bar.
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Ribs 45 to 47F and Brisket 50F cooked wings 46F to 47F
High priority/03D-02-5/Warning
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Cook on line
High priority/12A-07-5/Corrected On-Site
No proof of parasite destruction or aquaculture documentation for cold smoked salmon served raw or undercooked. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded.
High priority/01D-03-5
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towel lining cut romain lettuce.
High priority/14-86-1
Sewage/wastewater backing up through 3 bay sink. checked all hand sinks and floor drains and only backing up in 3 bay sink dish machine functional well..
High priority/28-25-5/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
High priority/01B-02-5/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line cooler drawers burgers 47F steak 45F, upright cooler cooked chicken wings 45F
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Quaternary bucket over 500 ppm rechecked 200 ppm
High priority/41-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food held more than 24 hours not date marked according to the date the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety ingredient was opened/prepared. Baked potatoes made 9/30 cut into potato wedged today also dated also 10/ 1 should be 9/30.
Intermediate/02C-05-5
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 not dated.
Intermediate/02C-03-5
Cook-chill or sous vide reduced oxygen packaged food held more than 48 hours not labeled or with a label that lacks required information. Brown gravy
Intermediate/03G-09-5
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Ribs, brisket and cooked wings covered while cooling.
Intermediate/03D-15-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sinks at the bar
Intermediate/31A-09-4
Microwave soiled. Can opener soiled. Juicer soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4
No paper towels or soap provided at handwash sink sinks at the bar.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
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. New hire a week ago
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Bags of ice stored on floor.
Basic/08B-38-4
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Ladies restroom
Basic/32-04-4
Ceiling tile missing. Above ice machine and dish machine area.
Basic/36-36-4/Repeat Violation
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Walk in cooler door doesn't not seal tightly when closing. Ambient temperature of walk in cooler found at 46F Drawers on cooler don't tightly close.
Basic/14-74-7
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cook line and back prep area.
Basic/36-03-4
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Glasses at server area.
Basic/24-08-4/Repeat Violation
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In the walk in cooler, cook line.
Basic/36-22-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Several area in kitchen
Basic/36-17-5
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Ice bin by hand sinks in bar.
Basic/08B-36-4
Hole in or other damage to wall. Several areas in kitchen, cook line, by dry storage area.
Basic/36-24-5
Ice buildup in reach-in walk-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
Light not functioning where 3 bay sink is located.
Basic/36-62-4/Repeat Violation
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
Basic/12B-13-4
Standing water or very slow draining in the hand sinks in ladies restroom.
Basic/29-20-5
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Old ice machine used as storage.
Basic/33-31-5
Water leaking from pipe at hand sink in the prep area.
Basic/29-11-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container of red seasonings.
Basic/02D-01-5
Jun 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling by back door is missing tile and has a board in place of tile
Basic/36-32-5/Return visit Jun 17, 2025 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles throughout kitchen
Basic/36-34-5/Return visit Jun 17, 2025 · Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Large area of walk in cooler floor missing tiles and floor is in disrepair. floor in dish pit in disrepair
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jun 17, 2025 · Time Extended
Light not functioning. Light above flat top and grill
Basic/36-62-4/Return visit Jun 17, 2025 · Time Extended
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Light shield in dish pit area are in disrepair
Basic/38-01-4/Return visit Jun 17, 2025 · Time Extended
Apr 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority3 Intermediate17 Basic
Show 22 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 4 pieces of mahi not removed from vacuum packaging prior to thaw.
High priority/01B-13-4
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Drawer on cook line left open. raw beef (48F - Cold Holding); salmon (54F - Cold Holding), manager discarded product.
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Drink nozzle at bar
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling by back door is missing tile and has a board in place of tile
Basic/36-32-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles throughout kitchen
Basic/36-34-5
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.. 4 pieces of mahi not removed from vacuum packaging prior to thaw.
Basic/06-09-1
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Emailed GM current license.
Basic/50-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4/Repeat Violation
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Hand wash sink leaking into a 5 gallon bucket, over filled running onto kitchen floor
Basic/36-22-4/Repeat Violation
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Chicken juice on walk in cooler floor.
Basic/36-01-4/Repeat Violation
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Large area of walk in cooler floor missing tiles and floor is in disrepair. floor in dish pit in disrepair
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Several plastic containers with corners broken. Manager states she has new ones to replace them with.
Basic/14-38-4/Corrective Action Taken
Food stored under dripping water line. Inside reach in cooler on cook-line dripping onto Brunswick stew container.
Basic/08B-52-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of smoker grill has heavy grease build up
Basic/22-08-4
Light not functioning. Light above flat top and grill
Basic/36-62-4
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Light shield in dish pit area are in disrepair
Basic/38-01-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled on cook line coolers
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Plumbing system in disrepair. Handwashing sink leaking, on cook line
Basic/29-08-4
Stored food not covered. Chicken wings prepared yesterday in walk-in cooler, on racks, cooled. Not covered.
Basic/08B-12-5
Oct 4, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cook line
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 4, 2024 · Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 4, 2024 · Time Extended
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants.
Intermediate/03G-50-1/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 4, 2024 · Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 4, 2024 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease dust on cook line
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 4, 2024 · Time Extended
Chicken juice on the floor in the walk in cooler
Basic/36-01-4/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 4, 2024 · Time Extended
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-04-4/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 4, 2024 · Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In walk in cooler and dish washing area
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 4, 2024 · Time Extended
Hood filters soiled with grease, food debris, dust.
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 4, 2024 · Time Extended
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Cooler drawers on the cook line
Basic/05-09-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 4, 2024 · Time Extended
Oct 3, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 18 findings ▾
3 Live, small flying insects dry food storage.
High priority/35A-02-6/Repeat Violation/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · 1 live flying insect observed in dry food storage Time Extended
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. cooked pasta (50F - Cooling); ribs (49F - Cooling);
High priority/03D-02-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · pulled pork (back section of walk in cooler closer to freezer) 57 F - cooling, prepped yesterday afternoon, stored overnight. Mac and cheese sauce 47 F - cooling; prepped yesterday afternoon, stored overnight. Admin Complaint
Dented cans present. See stop sale. Cranberry
High priority/01B-01-4/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · Stop sale items still present Time Extended
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. cut romaine lettuce (50F - Cold Holding); cheese dip (47F - Cold Holding) spring mix 48F
High priority/01B-02-5/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · Stop sale items not discarded, chicken wings, Brunswick stew, brisket, potato wedges, marinated shrimp. Time Extended
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pantry cooler cut romaine lettuce (50F - Cold Holding); cheese dip (47F - Cold Holding) in cooler over night Cook line Walk in cooler cooked chicken (44F - Cold Holding); cooked ribs (48F - cooling since yesterday ); cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding); Mac n cheese (45F - Cold Holding); brisket (47F - Cold Holding); potato wedges (47F - Cold Holding); pulled chicken (46F - Cold Holding); Brunswick stew (50F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (43F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding); steaks (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (48F - Cold Holding); salmon (48F - Cold Holding); bake potatoes (47F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · Walk in cooler: Mac and cheese 43 F - cold holding; pulled pork ( Front section of cooler) 43 F - cold holding; baked potatoes 43 F - cold holding; raw ribs 40 F - cold holding; bbq chicken 40 F - cold holding; sliced tomatoes 40 F - cold holding; cut lettuce 40 F - cold holding; salmon 30 F thawing Pantry cooler: mixed greens 67 F - cold holding; Admin Complaint
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cook line
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · Time Extended
Interior of microwaves soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · Time Extended
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants.
Intermediate/03G-50-1/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease dust on cook line
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · Time Extended
Chicken juice on the floor in the walk in cooler
Basic/36-01-4/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · Time Extended
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Walk in cooler door doesn't have a tight seal
Basic/14-74-7/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · Educated operator and highly recommend walk in cooler door be replaced with a self closing door that latches and has a tight fitting seal Time Extended
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-04-4/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · Time Extended
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Cook line in front of pantry cooler.
Basic/36-22-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In walk in cooler and dish washing area
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · Time Extended
Hood filters soiled with grease, food debris, dust.
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · Time Extended
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Cooler drawers on the cook line
Basic/05-09-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Oct 3, 2024 · Time Extended
Oct 2, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 25 recorded, 6 high priority.

6 High priority8 Intermediate11 Basic
Show 25 findings ▾
3 Live, small flying insects dry food storage.
High priority/35A-02-6/Repeat Violation
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. cooked pasta (50F - Cooling); ribs (49F - Cooling);
High priority/03D-02-5/Warning
Dented cans present. See stop sale. Cranberry
High priority/01B-01-4
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Cook drank from cup with gloved hands never removed gloves.
High priority/12A-09-4
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. cut romaine lettuce (50F - Cold Holding); cheese dip (47F - Cold Holding) spring mix 48F
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pantry cooler cut romaine lettuce (50F - Cold Holding); cheese dip (47F - Cold Holding) in cooler over night Cook line Walk in cooler cooked chicken (44F - Cold Holding); cooked ribs (48F - cooling since yesterday ); cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding); Mac n cheese (45F - Cold Holding); brisket (47F - Cold Holding); potato wedges (47F - Cold Holding); pulled chicken (46F - Cold Holding); Brunswick stew (50F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (43F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding); steaks (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (48F - Cold Holding); salmon (48F - Cold Holding); bake potatoes (47F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler out by door states 40F ambient read inside walk in cooler was 48F
Intermediate/05-05-4
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Ribs covered in foil while cooling pasta cooling in deep plastic containers while covered.
Intermediate/03D-15-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cook line
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Interior of microwaves soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Cook line
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants.
Intermediate/03G-50-1
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease dust on cook line
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Chicken juice on the floor in the walk in cooler
Basic/36-01-4
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Walk in cooler door doesn't have a tight seal
Basic/14-74-7
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Cooler
Basic/12B-07-4
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-04-4
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Dish washing area
Basic/24-08-4
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Cook line in front of pantry cooler.
Basic/36-22-4/Repeat Violation
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In walk in cooler and dish washing area
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation
Hood filters soiled with grease, food debris, dust.
Basic/23-03-4
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Cooler drawers on the cook line
Basic/05-09-4/Repeat Violation
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Spice container
Basic/02D-01-5
Mar 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. salad cooler; sliced tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding) manager put ice bags on to rapid chill.
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Mar 15, 2024 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles have build up, light lenses are soiled. Manager states they are working on cleaning them.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Mar 15, 2024 · Time Extended
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Heavy ice build up in salad cooler. Manager states work order has been submitted.
Basic/14-74-7/Return visit Mar 15, 2024 · Time Extended
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License is current, not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Return visit Mar 15, 2024 · Time Extended
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor in front of salad cooler. Standing water in walk in cooler
Basic/36-22-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Mar 15, 2024 · Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Behind cookline fryers and grills.
Basic/36-73-4/Return visit Mar 15, 2024 · Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Several tiles missing in walk in cooler.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Mar 15, 2024 · Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in walk in freezer, ice build up on floor.
Basic/14-69-4/Return visit Mar 15, 2024 · Time Extended
Mar 13, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority0 Intermediate13 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. Tested first time 0 ppm, manager checked sanitizer, tube was not all the way in bucket, retested 200ppm.
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 15 flying insects in dry storage by sauces.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. salad cooler; sliced tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding) manager put ice bags on to rapid chill.
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Several soufflé cups used to scoop dressings on salad cooler.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles have build up, light lenses are soiled. Manager states they are working on cleaning them.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Heavy ice build up in salad cooler. Manager states work order has been submitted.
Basic/14-74-7
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License is current, not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Apron on top of new oil jugs in dry storage
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor in front of salad cooler. Standing water in walk in cooler
Basic/36-22-4/Repeat Violation
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floor drain in dish pit heavily soiled with food debris.
Basic/36-01-4/Corrected On-Site
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Behind cookline fryers and grills.
Basic/36-73-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Several tiles missing in walk in cooler.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in walk in freezer, ice build up on floor.
Basic/14-69-4
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient thermometer in salad cooler.
Basic/05-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Rub seasoning and filter powder not labeled in white bins
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Sep 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In walk in cooler
Basic/36-17-5
Sep 18, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

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

2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. raw beef (56F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding) operator discarded
High priority/01B-02-5/Return visit Sep 18, 2023 · Time Extended
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw beef (56F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding) operator discarded soup (48F - Cold Holding) cooked chicken wings (46F - Cold Holding); cooked shredded chicken (47F - Cold Holding) found in true refrigerator double door, stocked at 11 today suggest rapid chill. Retemped items cooked chicken 34F, shredded chicken 36F, soup 34F,
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Return visit Sep 18, 2023 · Time Extended
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Sep 18, 2023 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In dinning room
Basic/36-32-5/Return visit Sep 18, 2023 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Cookline tiles Above dish pit black like substance in light shield and vents
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Sep 18, 2023 · Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Multiple torn gaskets; drawers and double door true reach in
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Sep 18, 2023 · Has gaskets on order Time Extended Corrective Action Taken
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In walk in cooler
Basic/36-22-4/Return visit Sep 18, 2023 · Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In walk in cooler
Basic/36-17-5/Return visit Sep 18, 2023 · Time Extended
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Double door true refrigerator by fryers
Basic/29-49-6/Repeat Violation/Return visit Sep 18, 2023 · Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Under dish pit black like substance
Basic/36-27-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 18, 2023 · Time Extended
Sep 6, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority3 Intermediate12 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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 00ppm), must set up triple sink and use for sanitizing dishes after washed. Operator is going to call ecolab
High priority/22-41-4/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. raw beef (56F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding) operator discarded
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw beef (56F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding) operator discarded soup (48F - Cold Holding) cooked chicken wings (46F - Cold Holding); cooked shredded chicken (47F - Cold Holding) found in true refrigerator double door, stocked at 11 today suggest rapid chill. Retemped items cooked chicken 34F, shredded chicken 36F, soup 34F,
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
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/
Intermediate/53A-05-6
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Using bowl to scoop sauce Bowl to scoop sugar
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In dinning room
Basic/36-32-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Cookline tiles Above dish pit black like substance in light shield and vents
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Equipment in poor repair. Multiple torn gaskets; drawers and double door true reach in
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In walk in cooler
Basic/36-22-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In walk in cooler
Basic/36-17-5
Interior of smoker and microwaves has accumulation of grease and food debris.
Basic/22-08-4/Repeat Violation
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In salad cooler
Basic/05-09-4/Repeat Violation
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Double door true refrigerator by fryers
Basic/29-49-6/Repeat Violation
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Under dish pit black like substance
Basic/36-27-5/Warning
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. At bar
Basic/21-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Unlabeled sugar in dry storage
Basic/02D-01-5

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