Chive
Last inspected: Jan 30, 2026
61
Score
Chive appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 30, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around six violations per visit lately, up from roughly three violations before.
“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
Compared to other Vero Beach restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
10
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 30, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - 2 Live, small flying insects found at bar
35A-02-7
High Priority - 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.Butter on cooks line. Manager voluntarily discarded **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Strainer in hand sink and Used as dump sink at bar **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in veggies in sandwich cooler **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Reading 0ppm. Advised to remake **Corrective Action Taken**
21-07-4
61
Aug 25, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over rice in walk in **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - 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. Butter on cooks line
03F-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener
22-02-4
Intermediate - 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. Alaina expired 9/2024
53B-14-5
Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Peg board used to store utensils
14-13-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. handle laying in broccoli salad at display case **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Wall soiled with black mold like substance in walk in cooler above sauces
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
50
Mar 11, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-05-6
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. 1 new hire. Employee sign during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap and paper towels provided at handwash sink at bar **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bag of onions in walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
70
Sep 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Reading 200ppm+ advised to remake - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: **Time Extended**
41-27-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: **Time Extended**
24-05-4
82
Sep 13, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - 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. Reading 0ppm. Swapped chemicals, primed and rechecked. Still reading 0ppm **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Reading 200ppm+ advised to remake
41-27-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets
24-05-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
64
Apr 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
86
Apr 11, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored above cooked chicken wings in walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler: chicken wings (47F - Cold Holding); chili (46F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (46F - Cold Holding); garlic parm house made sauce (44F - Cold Holding); butter (45F - Cold Holding); fresh lime juice (56F - Cold Holding)hard boiled eggs-44 cold holding Front counter: Corn 54° operator threw everything away **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
22-02-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean plastic containers **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle in flour bin **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour bin **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
55
Dec 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar hand sink **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Both ice wells at bar **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Unlabeled flour Unlabeled sugar **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
74
Mar 20, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - 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. Reading zero, primed and still no sanitizer. Triple sink will be utilized until service.
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs stored over cooked chicken wings **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Clean linens stored in improper location. Hanging off belt on kitchen staff **Corrected On-Site**
21-16-4
Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Pegboard being used as storage rack **Repeat Violation**
14-13-4
61
Sep 8, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Macaroni and cheese found at 60°, in cooler overnight
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Macaroni and cheese found at 60° in cooler overnight
01B-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over pulled pork **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - 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. Crystal
53B-13-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind cooks line.
36-27-5
Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Pegboard being used to hang utensils **Repeat Violation**
14-13-4
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chive last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chive on file is from Jan 30, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chive?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Chive.
How does Chive compare to other restaurants in Vero Beach?
Chive most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Vero Beach average of 77.
Has Chive's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Chive 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 Chive 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 Chive inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chive is inspected around three times per year on average.
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