Don's Famous Hoagies
Last inspected: Dec 9, 2025
90
Score
Across the available record, Don's Famous Hoagies has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 9, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “employee with no hair restraint while engaging”, which has been cited eight times.
The city-wide average for Melbourne sits at 84, putting Don's Famous Hoagies on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 9, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Chest freezer gasket **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
90
Jul 16, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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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. Mildred,Emily and Kim
53B-01-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket chest freezer
14-11-5
82
Jan 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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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. Michelle **Repeat Violation**
53B-14-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored not inverted **Corrected On-Site**
10-14-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Corrected On-Site**
16-46-4
78
Nov 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Michelle. Taking managers certification - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-17: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-17: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: **Time Extended**
13-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets 3 door glass cooler - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-17: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
82
Oct 17, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Don Robinson **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-17: Hasn't taken test yet. Time extended 2 week **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Michelle. Taking managers certification - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-17: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-17: **Time Extended**
13-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets 3 door glass cooler - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-17: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
74
Aug 9, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Don Robinson **Warning**
53A-03-7
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. Michelle. Taking managers certification
53B-13-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets 3 door glass cooler
14-11-5
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored not inverted **Corrected On-Site**
10-14-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. 1 tank secured other one not secured **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
67
Feb 13, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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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.
11-26-1
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. Michelle
53B-14-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Rust buildup in corner of deflection shield
22-20-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee lunch in 3 door glass cooler
08B-49-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Operator **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Kitchen
38-07-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-38-4
64
Aug 14, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
3 minor violations.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
86
Feb 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sanitizer stored in sink in kitchen **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored not inverted **Corrected On-Site**
10-14-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Back kitchen
38-07-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Educated **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-13-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed celery over sliced tomatoes 3 door glass cooler
08B-17-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0 ppm. Corrected to 50ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
67
Aug 22, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Sanitizer not used in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. Dish person does not have sanitize solution in 3 compartment sink while doing dishes. Educated employee **Corrected On-Site**
41-28-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Towel bucket in sink **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employees Drinks on top shelf, recommend to move to bottom shelf in 3 door cooler.
12B-13-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Don's Famous Hoagies last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Don's Famous Hoagies on file is from Dec 9, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Don's Famous Hoagies?
Across the inspection record, “employee with no hair restraint while engaging” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Don's Famous Hoagies.
How does Don's Famous Hoagies compare to other restaurants in Melbourne?
Don's Famous Hoagies most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Melbourne average of 84.
Has Don's Famous Hoagies' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Don's Famous Hoagies have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Don's Famous Hoagies means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Don's Famous Hoagies inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Don's Famous Hoagies is inspected around three times per year on average.
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