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TIKI CAFE

2344 N HWY A1A, Indialantic FL 32903 · 321-610-7370

Last inspected Mar 16, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats14
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1505850
Grade history
JUL 24
SEP 24
SEP 25
OCT 25
JAN 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections trending down, 21 points off where it started.

Worst finding on record
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 20 droppings under hand wash sink in kitchen. 5 droppings under front counter corner by register 1 rodent dropping on sheet pan 5 rodent dropping inside sweet potatoes box
High priority/35A-04-4/Admin Complaint
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
4--2025077857Oct 17, 2025Dec 22, 2025$400

Inspection history

11 visits, newest first

Mar 16, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 7, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning/Return visit Jan 7, 2026 · Time Extended
Jan 5, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 2 packages of salmon thawed not removed from vacuum seal, nor removed completely from packaging.
High priority/01B-13-4
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. tuna (44F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (44F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (45F - Cold Holding) foods brought out to prep table 2.5 hours ago, employee placed items in ice bath to rapid chill.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
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. 2 packages of salmon thawed in packaging without being removed from vacuum seal. Must remove Discussed ROP of fish with operator, all fish that must be removed from packaging prior to thaw, beginning January 2026, the fish must be removed completley from packaging prior to thaw.
Basic/06-09-1
Oct 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 17, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Ordered shut on the spot. 2 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 20 droppings under hand wash sink in kitchen. 5 droppings under front counter corner by register 1 rodent dropping on sheet pan 5 rodent dropping inside sweet potatoes box
High priority/35A-04-4/Admin Complaint
Box of sweet potatoes with gnaw matks on sweet potato. See stop sale.
Intermediate/01B-16-5
Sep 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Server filled water pitcher up from hand sink next to triple sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Sep 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Water dripping from ceiling onto floor in doorway
Basic/36-32-5
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Open drink on prep table.
Basic/12B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Jul 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle with sanitizer not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups at server station wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4
Jan 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Sanitizing solution in spray bottle exceeds the maximum concentration allowed, 500+. Operator diluted until 300ppm
High priority/41-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Spray hose at mop sink lower than flood rim of sink.
High priority/29-37-4/Corrected On-Site
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.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Cups near server station not completely air dried before being stacked.
Basic/24-08-4/Corrected On-Site
Torn gaskets on tall reach-in cooler
Basic/14-11-5
Unwashed veggies over milks and other various beverages
Basic/08B-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Oct 10, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. *Dishwasher was primed and ran again, testing at 100ppm.
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Oct 10, 2023 · 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. *other server has food training, but does not have access to it at this time.
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Return visit Oct 10, 2023 · Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. *Torn gaskets in multiple reach-in coolers
Basic/14-11-5/Return visit Oct 10, 2023 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. *Tall reach-in cooler gaskets soiled with food debris.
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Oct 10, 2023 · Time Extended
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Basic/16-46-4/Return visit Oct 10, 2023 · Time Extended
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink in the kitchen.
Basic/29-20-5/Return visit Oct 10, 2023 · Time Extended
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. *Unwashed vegetables above milk and other various beverages.
Basic/08B-17-4/Return visit Oct 10, 2023 · Time Extended
Aug 15, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. *Dishwasher was primed and ran again, testing at 100ppm.
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site
Food manager certification expired. *Operator states that they are scheduled to take the exam, and have only worked here for 3 weeks.
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
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. *other server has food training, but does not have access to it at this time.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Equipment in poor repair. *Torn gaskets in multiple reach-in coolers
Basic/14-11-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. *Tall reach-in cooler gaskets soiled with food debris.
Basic/23-03-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Basic/16-46-4
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink in the kitchen.
Basic/29-20-5
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. *Unwashed vegetables above milk and other various beverages.
Basic/08B-17-4

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