Debbies Diner
Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026
58
Score
Inspectors have visited Debbies Diner nine times, with records going back to 2022. Debbies Diner was last inspected on Mar 2, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around eight violations to closer to five violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “time/temperature control for safety food cold held”, showing up four times.
Restaurants in Merritt Island average 77, so Debbies Diner trails the local norm. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
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Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 2, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw bacon over batter in reach-in cooler. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach-in cooler on cook line deli turkey (52F - Cold Holding). Stored above fill line of unit **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle not labeled identifying liquid contents **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Surface areas surrounding surrounding dispenser nozzle of coffee maker. Operator cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 200+ppm. Operator remade to 50ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substances behind deflector plate
22-20-5
58
Oct 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler on cook line corn beef (51F - Cold Holding); deli turkey (53F - Cold Holding). Stocked above fill line of unit
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Eggs Benedict not marked on menus. Operator marked all menus **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02B-01-5
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. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53B-14-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's restroom door does not fully close under own weight
32-04-4
Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Each restroom and behind service bar
36-64-5
64
Feb 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used
FL-45
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
67
Aug 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler on cook line deli ham (53F - Cold Holding); corned beef (51F - Cold Holding) stocked over fill line of unit. Operator moved to refrigeration **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Benedict's on menu boards not marked. Operator marked **Corrected On-Site**
02B-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substance behind the deflector plate **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
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 - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 200+ppm. Operator remade to 50ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
64
Jan 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing green liquid not labeled
41-17-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in reach in cooler in wait station area whole raw shell eggs **Repeat Violation**
05-09-4
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Outside mop sink cracked side, allowing water to leak to ground.
29-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed wet WC not store in sanitize bucket
21-09-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottle containing clear liquid (water ) not labeled **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine has black like mold substance in interior of ice machine
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling, wall, and building components has accumulation of dust **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee beverage on prep station
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 5 gallon fryer oil stored on the in storage area
08B-38-4
61
Aug 22, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
50
Jan 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
82
Jul 18, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 15, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No vacuum breaker installed on hose bibs at rear of building
29-34-4
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee entered through rear door and began washing dishes without washing hands
12A-16-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In Reach in cooler on cook line. sliced cheese (55F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (68F - Cold Holding); deli ham (56F - Cold Holding). Operator stated that food items were stocked an hour prior. Operator applied ice to reduce temperature. Ambient temp of unit is 53°F **Warning**
03A-02-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of single service lids stored on the floor. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on counter next to cutting board on cook line
21-12-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Debbies Diner last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Debbies Diner on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Debbies Diner?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Debbies Diner.
How does Debbies Diner compare to other restaurants in Merritt Island?
Debbies Diner most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Merritt Island average of 77.
Has Debbies Diner's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Debbies Diner have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Debbies Diner 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 Debbies Diner inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Debbies Diner is inspected around two times per year on average.
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