Island IX
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
100
Score
Inspectors have visited Island IX 12 times, with records going back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 25, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around four violations to closer to zero violations per visit over the last few inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “stored food not covered”, which has been cited two times.
Restaurants in Melbourne average 84, so Island IX is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
12
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Feb 20, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 11, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand wash sink in kitchen and behind front counter not reaching 85F or above and public male bathroom. Not reaching 85F or above **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-11: Still no hot water. Talk to manager and stated that they should have the part to fix the hot water by the end of today will extend the call back for 7more days to get complied **Time Extended**
27-16-4
90
Feb 6, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Upright reach in cooler has whole raw shell eggs over packaged slice cheese. Manager place raw eggs under slice cheese **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand wash sink in kitchen and behind front counter not reaching 85F or above and public male bathroom. Not reaching 85F or above **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Bag of raw onions not stored 6 inches off the floor
08B-47-4
74
Sep 25, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Make station 3 door cooler gasket is torn
14-11-5
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Make station 3 door reach in cooler.
29-49-6
Basic - Stored food not covered. Food in walk in cooler not properly cover. Cooked ground beef. Raw steak
08B-12-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed in walk in cooler container of salsa stored on the floor. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
82
Mar 3, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
67
Nov 6, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
64
Feb 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on make tables soiled/stained
22-02-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. @ 3 compartment sink area floor drains without covers.
29-18-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Back side storage area with single use lids on floor and equipment in need of organizing and put on shelf. **Repeat Violation**
36-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled, reach in cooler unit counter top prep .
23-03-4
Basic - Vending machine exterior soiled. Bottom shelve of food prep table rusted on cook line.
23-01-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Under 3 compartment sink sink wall soiled.
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottle with clear liquid not labeled on cooks line. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
67
Nov 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Observed raw mushrooms over cut prep red onions. Operator corrected **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Basic - Observed ice build up in walk in freezer accumulation on the floor, shelves, and condenser
14-69-4
Basic - Observed squeeze bottle on cookline containing clear liquid (water) not labeled. Operator corrected **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Floors, walls and ceiling/vents are soiled and has accumulation of dust needs some TLC underneath and between equipment in the kitchen area.
36-01-4
Basic - Observed employees personal cellphone laying on 2 door reach in cooler. Operator corrected **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
70
Feb 9, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic soufflé cups used as scoops in reach in cooler. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hoods and surrounding surfaces have a buildup of grease
23-03-4
90
Aug 17, 2022
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. On the y connector at the mop sink. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
High Priority - Raw over bacon jam in the reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Bleach stored next to potatoes. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Raw to ready to eat buns.
12A-09-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Garlic spread 45F discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
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. Cheese cakes key lime pie. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
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. Bella
53B-13-5
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the 3 bay sink.
16-23-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Souffle cups in the feta cheese and tots. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash.
24-27-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Hood soiled with grease.
36-63-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Warmers for fry's and tots.
38-07-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. **Corrected On-Site**
24-18-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Island IX last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Island IX on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Island IX?
Across the inspection record, “stored food not covered” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Island IX.
How does Island IX compare to other restaurants in Melbourne?
Island IX most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Melbourne average of 84.
Has Island IX's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Island IX have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Island IX 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 Island IX inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Island IX is inspected around three times per year on average.
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