Balibar
Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026
50
Score
Balibar has been inspected six times since 2023. The most recent report on file is from Mar 4, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
The pattern that stands out is “menu does not identify which items contain raw”, which has been cited two times.
Compared to other Merritt Island restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
6
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 4, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored butter in walk-in cooler. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fully thawed raw tuna in commercial packaging bearing indicator label.
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dirty dishes in hand wash sink **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Fried egg for avocado toast on brunch menus. Tuna ceviche in small plates section. Operator marked all menus **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - 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. Not signed by most recent hires. Had new hires read and sign during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Wine carafes. Operator inverted **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - 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. Fully thawed raw tuna in commercial packaging bearing indicator label. SEE STOP SALE
06-09-1
50
Nov 21, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 19, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In walk in cooler. Raw chicken stored over raw beef. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In pastry case on counter spinach and feta puff (78F - Cold Holding).
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In pastry case on counter spinach and feta puff (78F - Cold Holding). SEE STOP SALE
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tuna ceviche not marked on menu. Operator marked all menus **Corrected On-Site**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - 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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operator posted signage **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 550+ppm. Operator remade to 200ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Coffee filters not stored in protected manner. Operator covered **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed produce stored above deli meats in walk in cooler
08B-17-4
37
Feb 7, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Operator purchased during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
16-62-1
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Restroom doors do not fully close under own weight
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Above bar
36-36-4
Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Throughout building
36-08-4
78
Jun 13, 2024
Routine - Food
7 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. High temp dishwasher
16-62-1
Intermediate - 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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - 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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator stocked **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed handout **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
45
May 18, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Balibar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Balibar on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Balibar?
Across the inspection record, “menu does not identify which items contain raw” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Balibar.
How does Balibar compare to other restaurants in Merritt Island?
Balibar most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Merritt Island average of 77.
Has Balibar's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Balibar have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Balibar means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Balibar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Balibar is inspected around two times per year on average.
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