Beach Bites
Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026
70
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at Beach Bites stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 2, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around three violations to closer to six violations.
Looking across the full record, “reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Beach Bites' latest score of 70 falls below the Vero Beach average of 77. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 2, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Sausage patties observed at 112f. Hot holding for 3 hours. Advised to reheat to 165f. Operator moved to oven. Corrective Action Taken** **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bleach, operator added label **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bottled water on floor in shed
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In sprinkles, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
70
Sep 26, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on glass cooler door
14-11-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Sugar bin **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
86
Apr 30, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Sausage links observed at 125f. In steam table. Advised to reheat. Employee reheated to 167f. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. At mop sink
29-34-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed to operator
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in 3 bay sink. Employee moved to hand sink **Corrected On-Site**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
22-02-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. On floor in dry storage
25-05-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Old soda machine being stored outside
33-31-5
43
Nov 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. 2 door glass cooler **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-15: **Time Extended**
14-33-4
95
Nov 13, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
61
May 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs over tomatoes. Manager moved eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
22-02-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Sent to operator and he was able to print out. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. 2 door glass cooler
14-33-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Shakers on line
02D-01-5
67
Mar 27, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
82
May 30, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
74
Mar 16, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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. Printed. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - Buildup of dust residue on kitchen fans.
23-24-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Next to prep sink.
36-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. At back door. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Next to walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
70
Oct 10, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Beach Bites last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Beach Bites on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Beach Bites?
Across the inspection record, “reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Beach Bites.
How does Beach Bites compare to other restaurants in Vero Beach?
Beach Bites most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Vero Beach average of 77.
Has Beach Bites' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Beach Bites have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Beach Bites means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Beach Bites inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Beach Bites is inspected around three times per year on average.
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