UME GRILL EXPRESS
1956 43 AVE, Vero Beach FL 32960
Last inspected Feb 5, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 13 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Sushi rice at front counter. Operator states sushi rice was made at the same time as sushi rice in kitchen. Advised to add time mark to container per written plan
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Feb 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over noodles in freezer
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Sushi rice at front counter. Operator states sushi rice was made at the same time as sushi rice in kitchen. Advised to add time mark to container per written plan
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Trash can in front of hand sink next to back door. Lid in front counter hand sink. Operator moved.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spatula in standing water at 76f. Advised to keep in water at 135° or no water at all
Oct 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw tuna over squeeze bottles in reach in cooler. Advised manager to move
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Aug 14, 2025Warning 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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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw tuna over squeeze bottles in reach in cooler. Advised manager to move
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Glass cleaner stored on rack next to clean pots and pans. Manager removed
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All Expired 6/15/25
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Feb 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Napkins used to line raw fish for sushi.
Operator unable to provide documentation that aquacultured fish has been raised in a controlled environment and fed formulated feed. For Salmon. Operator requested letter from provider and printed
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Soufflé cups used as a scoop for edamame Educated operator.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean containers above 3 bay sink
Sep 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef over cooked beef in freezer
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Went over plan for sushi rice. Operator filled out form
In-use knife/knives stored between pipe and wall
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Next to mop sink
Feb 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw scallops and shrimp over cut peppers. Operator moved
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided sign to operator
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in flour. Operator removed
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In white cooler
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. In front stainless two door cooler. Advised operator to make one segregated space for employee drinks in white reach in cooler across from 3cs
Sep 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine sanitizer bucket reading 200++. Advised operator to remake bucket, now reading 50ppm.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Eel comes in precooked, frozen. Moved into reach in cooler as needed but not date marked after 24 hours.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test available. Only have quaternary strips
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used to dispense flour
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Operator moved into and labeled bin.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Back pack on top of freezer next to tea. Operator moved.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Missing faucet at mop sink. Plumber has been called, faucet is on premises.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between electrical conduit next to triple sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Top of all 3 upright freezers need cleaning.
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