Gators Bar & Grill
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
90
Score
Gators Bar & Grill appears in inspection records 11 times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 25, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Gators Bar & Grill's latest score of 90 sits above the West Melbourne average of 76. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Old license posted. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-25: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Top drawer reach in cooler under griddle torn gasket. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-25: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
90
Feb 24, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. See stop sale reach in cooler nearest dish washing area; chicken tenders 5 lbs (47F - Cold Holding); mahi steaks 10 lbs (47F - Cold Holding); shrimp 5 lbs (47F - Cold Holding); cooked shredded pork 3 lbs (47F - Cold Holding); 36 hamburger patties (47F - Cold Holding); gator fillets 5 lbs (47F) **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Operator discarded. reach in cooler nearest dish washing area; chicken tenders 5 lbs (47F - Cold Holding); mahi steaks 10 lbs (47F - Cold Holding); shrimp 5 lbs (47F - Cold Holding); cooked shredded pork 3 lbs (47F - Cold Holding); 36 hamburger patties (47F - Cold Holding); gator fillets 5 lbs (47F) **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzle at bar soiled. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Old license posted.
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Top drawer reach in cooler under griddle torn gasket.
14-11-5
61
Oct 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs over sauces in reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun nozzle at bat was soiled. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Ice machine filters have no labels for date of replacement.
29-28-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filter covers soiled with grease.
23-03-4
67
Jan 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Stainless bowls on rack- inverted by staff **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
95
Jul 23, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. By bar stand - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-23: **Time Extended**
29-34-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hood filters heavily soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-23: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
82
Jul 17, 2024
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
50
Mar 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose Bibb out side and under 3 bay sink **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-06: **Time Extended**
29-34-4
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/ Steven **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-06: **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
78
Feb 21, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Grit hot hold 120F chili 120F recommend to reheat to 165F **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 0 ppm **Warning**
22-43-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw gator and shrimp over cooked wings **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose Bibb out side and under 3 bay sink **Warning**
29-34-4
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/ Steven **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. 68F at the bar hand sink **Warning**
27-16-4
Intermediate - Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request. Emailed a copy to manager. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
27-02-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-13-4
Basic - Can opener blade, holder and shelving not readily removable for cleaning or replacement. Heavily rusted **Warning**
14-21-4
30
Oct 10, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw bacon over ready to eat Tatar sauce **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Sour cream dated opened on 9/25, operator discarded
02C-01-5
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ahi tuna not denoted on menu as raw on menu, operator started to add asterisk to menu for ahi tuna **Corrective Action Taken**
02B-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On prep counter **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
64
Feb 23, 2023
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook
13-04-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored not inverted **Corrected On-Site**
10-14-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
23-03-4
74
Sep 7, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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. Milk in kitchen and at bar opened more than 24 hrs **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water in hand wash sink in the bathroom used for both employees and customers. Observed a hot water heater installed under sink, not working.
27-16-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed vegetables over ready to eat drink mixes. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Co2 tank at tiki bar not secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in utilities closet.
22-20-5
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Gators Bar & Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Gators Bar & Grill on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Gators Bar & Grill?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Gators Bar & Grill.
How does Gators Bar & Grill compare to other restaurants in West Melbourne?
Gators Bar & Grill most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the West Melbourne average of 76.
Has Gators Bar & Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Gators Bar & Grill have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Gators Bar & Grill 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 Gators Bar & Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Gators Bar & Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.
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