STEAK & LOBSTER HOUSE
522 OCEAN AVE, Melbourne Bch FL 32951 · (407)722-2737
Last inspected Feb 20, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
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FEB 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 23 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
20 plus Live, small flying insects in bar area around hand sink.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2019027483 | May 17, 2019 | Jun 19, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Feb 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Both make tables
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets reach in cooler and freezer Door freezer small white refrigerator
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer
Feb 9, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 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. Will sanitize in triple sink till repaired
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Chef filled pot in sink on cook line
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used to scoop seafood breading Cup used to scoop sugar
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Both make tables
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets reach in cooler and freezer Door freezer small white refrigerator
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Seafood breading
Aug 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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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
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked fillet. Walk in cooler
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used to scoop lobster flour
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Make table both
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets several freezers
Ice bucket/shovel stored not inverted
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood fan Gasket reach in freezer
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Lobster flour
Mar 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate9 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. Lines to dishwasher in wrong chemicals Switched 75ppm Dishwasher at bar 0 ppm. Not pulling sanitizer. Will call rep and wash in other dishwasher
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. Heavy cream. Opened yesterday
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
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. Ryan, Lexi, Jennifer, Nicole and Drew
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used to scoop brown sugar. Sugar. Flour
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Make table
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets chest freezer
Food stored on floor. Potatoes walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Educated. Corrected On-SiteCorrected On-Site**
Light not functioning. Under hood fan. 1 out 1 missing
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Salad make table
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar. Flour
Oct 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate9 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 call for repair eco lab. Will sanitize in triple sink till repaired
Spray hose at mop sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Oysters
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Oysters
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade Soda Gunn nozzle bar
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked lobster and cooked meatballs. Walk in cooler
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. Joey
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used to scoop flour Cup used to scoop sugar
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. By back door
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Prep cook
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door bottom
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Chest freezers Walk in freezer
Light not functioning. Under hood fan. Missing
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Seafood breading Sugar
Apr 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate9 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. Operator called eco lab
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit, ber blanc and bernaise added to time plan
oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Ceiling vents over walkway soiled with accumulated dust.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Faucet/handle at hand wash sink on cookline broken
Gaskets on reach-in coolers soiled with food debris
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler in bar and on prep line
knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Aug 15, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
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.
Aug 10, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 27 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority8 Intermediate13 Basic
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20 plus Live, small flying insects in bar area around hand sink.
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
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in cooler drawers - not all products commercially packaged. In the cook line cooler drawer raw lobster over cooked grits and crab cakes.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Escargot ambient cooling over night
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Half n half 50F manager discarded
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Escargot open last night and placed in cooler overnight
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.
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. By coffee station
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/ Andrew
Interior of large ice machine soiled.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Rebecca and Mark
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. Provided a copy to manager
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Hanging on chemical rack
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling tile missing. In mop sink room
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Knife sharpener stones
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. On dry storage rack
In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location.
Jugs of oil stored on floor.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Foil pans
Soda gun holster at the bar soiled.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bar cooler
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored over with ready-to-eat cheese.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls in dry storage heavily soiled with dust, dirt and cobwebs where canned food products are stored.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Unlabeled flour container.
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