Holiday Inn Express

9400 19 Ln, Vero Beach, FL 32966

American

Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Holiday Inn Express has six inspections in the public record. 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.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Restaurants in Vero Beach average 77, so Holiday Inn Express is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 25, 2026

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. 3 bay sink faucet leaks when turned on - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-25: **Time Extended**

29-11-4

Feb 17, 2026

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Employee wrapped apples **Corrected On-Site**

08B-15-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand sink removed from dishwashing area **Warning**

31A-04-4

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. 1 new hire Emailed form to manager **Corrected On-Site**

11-26-1

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. 3 bay sink faucet leaks when turned on

29-11-4

May 14, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter pats observed at 76f. On buffet. Employee states butter should be maintained at 41f and they do not utilize time plan. Cold holding container was not placed in freezer night before. Employee discarded butter and will freeze container today **Corrected On-Site**

03A-02-5

Mar 11, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Observed: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Priority: Intermediate

31B-02-4

Basic - Observed: No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In reach in cooler Priority: Basic

05-09-4

Feb 3, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided and posted. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Sep 9, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter pats found at 69°. Been out of cooler for 2.5 hours. Advised rapid chill, moved to cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Employee not sanitizing dishes. Instructed on how to setup triple sink. **Corrected On-Site**

22-42-4

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Coffee filters not protected

25-06-4

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.

36-37-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Holiday Inn Express last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Holiday Inn Express on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Holiday Inn Express?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Holiday Inn Express.

How does Holiday Inn Express compare to other restaurants in Vero Beach?

Holiday Inn Express most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Vero Beach average of 77.

Has Holiday Inn Express' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Holiday Inn Express have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Holiday Inn Express 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 Holiday Inn Express inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Holiday Inn Express is inspected around two times per year on average.

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