SOUTHERN CHARM CAFE
8501 ASTRONAUT BLVD UNITS 6 - 8, Cape Canaveral FL 32920 · 321-613-3800
Last inspected Feb 5, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
FEB 24
JUL 24
JAN 25
AUG 25
JAN 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 16 points off where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator updated
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2021038209 | Jul 9, 2021 | Sep 27, 2021 | $200 |
| 4--2019018839 | Feb 19, 2019 | Apr 26, 2019 | $400 |
| 4--2015047511 | Oct 22, 2015 | Mar 11, 2016 | $300 |
| 4--2015045637 | Oct 5, 2015 | Feb 23, 2016 | $300 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Feb 5, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 28, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 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. 0ppm
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Cook cracked raw shelled eggs and then touched fried chicken using contaminated gloves.
Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Next to rear exit. Operator stated that they are dumping outback
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No certificates for new cooks hired 6 months prior
No soap provided at handwash sink. Next to dish machine
Food stored on floor. Case of eggs placed on the floor during prep. Operator moved
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Disconnected
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood system has an accumulation of dust on exterior surfaces. Hood system has a grease buildup on vents and surrounding surfaces that is beginning to drip onto cooking surfaces. Top wire shelf over prep table across from dish washer has an accumulation of dust
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Mop sink room
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Aluminum pans in dry storage room are stored with food contact surface facing upwards
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. In walk-in cooler. Unwashed produce over cooked onions and peppers. Operator moved
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Hanging on edge of buckets.
Aug 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs over cooked potatoes in walk in cooler. Operator moved
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Spray nozzle at triple sink in dish area hangs below flood rim of sink
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line in container over ice pooled eggs (51F - Cold Holding)
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No vacuum breaker installed on hose bib at rear door
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. 200+ppm chlorine. Operator remade. 50ppm
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.
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
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's restroom door does not fully close under own weight
Exposed studs/joists/rafters present in food preparation or warewashing area. Unfinished walls in dry storage rooms
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood system is soiled
Jan 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. In pan on cook line.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Spray nozzle at dish area hangs below flood rim of sink
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk in cooler raw beef (51F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (51F - Cold Holding); cooked sausage (51F - Cold Holding); deli ham (51F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (51F - Cold Holding) In left side of flip top and lower storage area of main reach in cooler on service line cut lettuce (50F - Cold Holding); slaw (48F - Cold Holding); cut melon (48F - Cold Holding); hard boiled eggs (48F - Cold Holding)
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Eggs Benedict's. 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
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks on ledges and shelves over reach in coolers on cook line and service line
Food stored on floor. Soda bibs and cooking oil in dry storage areas. Operator moved
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife stored with blade under microwave on cook line. Operator moved to dish
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan above walk in cooler door has an accumulation of dust
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Walls in dry storage rooms are not finished. Exposed studs
Jul 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate1 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 feed bucket. 100ppm
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator updated
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. At triple sink to the left of dish machine. Spray hose hangs below the flood rim of sink
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler in service area cut melon (55F - Cold Holding); hard boiled eggs (45F - Cold Holding)
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Mary Xmas expired September 23, 2023
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.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks on shelf over make line. Operator moved
Feb 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. At dish area. Spray nozzle hangs below flood rim of sink
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In bus tub of ice on cook line raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding). Operator added more ice
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Poached eggs for Benedict's are not identified in menu as being served in a raw state. Operator marked menus during inspection
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Multiple employees do not have training certificates
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Family restroom door does not fully close under own weight
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Walls in dry storage rooms are not finished. Studs exposed
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hoods and surrounding surfaces over cook line have an accumulation of grease dripping
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves are rusted and chipping
Oct 17, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 15, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler on cook line sliced cheese (48F - Cold Holding); on countertop across from cook line next to eggs, deli ham (78F - Cold Holding)
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.
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
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Family rest room
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Unfinished wall in dry storage room
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Condenser fan covers and ceiling in walk in cooler have an accumulation of dust
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
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.