Frigate's Waterfront Bar & Grill
Last inspected: Mar 10, 2026
55
Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at Frigate's Waterfront Bar & Grill, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 10, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around four violations lately and about 10 violations before that.
The pattern that stands out is “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing”, which has been cited two times.
Frigate's Waterfront Bar & Grill's latest score of 55 falls below the Melbourne average of 84. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
10
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 10, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cream cheese sushi bar prepared 2/15, today is 3/10
02C-01-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Cream cheese prepared at sushi bar 2/15, today is 3/10. Manager discarded **Corrected On-Site**
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Green scrubbie in dish pit hand sink. Manager removed and educated dishwasher employee **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
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. C.S and S.L both cooks
53B-13-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In dish washing area. Manager posted sign. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Ramekins sauce dishes stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Manager relocated dishes. **Corrected On-Site**
25-22-4
55
Sep 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Flip top cooler at pantry station is in disrepair. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: **Time Extended**
14-36-5
95
Sep 23, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Live, 20 small flying insects found in dry storage area **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. ; pico (54F - Cold Holding) chef put in freezer to rapid chill, been on table for 2 hours **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Hood filters
23-24-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in 135 degree Fahrenheit water not cleaned at least once every 24 hours or when the utensil has an accumulation of soil residue, whichever occurs first. Utensils in standing water at stove. Manager discarded water in pans. **Corrected On-Site**
22-15-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. On cook line. Manager removed towel. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Flip top cooler at pantry station is in disrepair.
14-36-5
61
Mar 3, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
50
Feb 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
74
Sep 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 3 flying insects in brunch room behind bar.
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Copies of hospitality resource for some Employees.
53B-09-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle containing bleach not labeled in dish pit area. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Container of creamer in server station refrigerator not date marked after opening. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board is scored and no longer cleanable.
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Heavily soiled interior ice machine in outside bar area.
22-20-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Large pots on top shelf not stored inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee drink on dish storage rack. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups in servers area.
24-08-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave interior oven in brunch room is soiled **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Next to ice machine at outside bar
31B-04-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall in dish put area is soiled.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. One at sushi bar and one in kitchen on cook line **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
30
Feb 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dry towels stored in handwashing sink **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
90
Sep 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
52
Feb 2, 2023
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
37
Oct 25, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Frigate's Waterfront Bar & Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Frigate's Waterfront Bar & Grill on file is from Mar 10, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Frigate's Waterfront Bar & Grill?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Frigate's Waterfront Bar & Grill.
How does Frigate's Waterfront Bar & Grill compare to other restaurants in Melbourne?
Frigate's Waterfront Bar & Grill most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Melbourne average of 84.
Has Frigate's Waterfront Bar & Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Frigate's Waterfront Bar & Grill have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Frigate's 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 Frigate's Waterfront Bar & Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Frigate's Waterfront Bar & Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.
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