Fishlips Waterfront Bar & Grill
Last inspected: Jan 29, 2026
67
Score
Public records show 12 inspections at Fishlips Waterfront Bar & Grill stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 29, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “food-contact surface soiled with food debris”, which has been cited four times.
That's lower than the typical Cape Canaveral restaurant, which scores around 76. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
12
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 29, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 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 bib under dish machine
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Dispenser chute for oasis machine upstairs is soiled **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles over downstairs service aisle are improperly seated and beginning to cave in
36-32-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk-in freezer door frame
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line between stovetop and flat top. Utensils in standing water at 82°F. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
67
Sep 30, 2025
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Sep 25, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects found Observed 9 live flying insects at interior downstairs bar **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed 7 live flying insects **Time Extended**
35A-02-7
86
Sep 22, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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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. Units behind interior bars at 10-25ppm. Tech serviced units during inspection 50ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-41-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found Observed 9 live flying insects at interior downstairs bar **Warning**
35A-02-7
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ David expired on 9/8/25
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Dispenser chute for oasis machine at upstairs exterior bar is soiled. Soda gun dispenser tips at upstairs interior bar are soiled. Operator cleaned **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. In dry storage room behind host stand **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink in dish area. Operator posted **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Coffee filters not stored in protective manner. Cases of single service on the floor in dry storage room behind kitchen. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
52
Apr 22, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 19, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Floors, Walls, and Ceilings Clean and in Good Repair
FL-52
23
Sep 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used as dump sink in service aisle **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Cold smoked salmon on brunch menus. Operator marked **Corrected On-Site**
02B-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior rear wall of ice bin for soda machine in service aisle is soiled. Operator cleaned **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In walk in cooler next walk in freezer door
36-22-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Open case of beverage napkins on the floor. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
70
Jan 29, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Dispenser chute of oasis machine at downstairs bar in soiled
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink at downstairs bar is being used as dump sink
31A-11-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. 2oz plastic soufflé cup used as scoop in reach in cooler on cook line. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site**
14-45-4
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Unwrapped straws on bar top in reach of customers. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
25-27-4
70
Aug 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
70
Mar 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used as dump sink at downstairs bar. Colander in well. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Upper rear interior corner of ice bins for soda machines are soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On cook line
14-09-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling around vents in kitchen have an accumulation of dust. Ceiling in front of condenser fans in walk in cooler have an accumulation of dust
36-34-5
74
Nov 21, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and consumer advisory provided does not contain the required verbiage. Operator has wrong advisory on menus. Provided operator with signage until menus can be corrected **Corrective Action Taken**
02A-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine near upstairs bar has an accumulation of mold like substance behind deflector plate. Operator began cleaning during inspection **Corrective Action Taken**
22-20-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Receptacles in upstairs and downstairs womens restrooms have missing covers
32-12-5
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Fishlips Waterfront Bar & Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Fishlips Waterfront Bar & Grill on file is from Jan 29, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Fishlips Waterfront Bar & Grill?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Fishlips Waterfront Bar & Grill.
How does Fishlips Waterfront Bar & Grill compare to other restaurants in Cape Canaveral?
Fishlips Waterfront Bar & Grill most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Cape Canaveral average of 76.
Has Fishlips Waterfront Bar & Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Fishlips Waterfront Bar & Grill have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Fishlips Waterfront Bar & Grill 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 Fishlips Waterfront Bar & Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Fishlips Waterfront Bar & Grill is inspected around four times per year on average.
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