Little Gem

1910 Old Dixie Hwy, Vero Beach, FL 32960

Other

Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Little Gem has been inspected four times since 2025. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 8, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

“Handwash sink not accessible for employee use” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to the broader Vero Beach restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 8, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed.cook line **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-08: 7 day extension for hand sink to be replaced - Spoke to plan review on phone about removal of hand sink. Plan review wants hand sink put back in place **Time Extended**

31A-04-4

Mar 30, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 major violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw bacon in reach in **Corrected On-Site**

08A-20-5

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. 2 employees, forms were signed **Corrected On-Site**

11-26-1

Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Employee added date **Corrected On-Site**

02C-04-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Front counter hand sink next to 3 bay sink is not accessible due to large trashcan in way **Warning**

31A-09-4

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

31A-04-4

Oct 14, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored over yogurt **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Degreaser stored next to waffle iron **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Container being stored in hand sink. Rack in front of hand sink on cooks line **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Clean linens stored on floor in dry storage due to

21-17-4

May 13, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For 3 bay sink

16-37-1

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

32-12-6

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Little Gem last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Little Gem on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Little Gem?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Little Gem.

How does Little Gem compare to other restaurants in Vero Beach?

Little Gem most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Vero Beach average of 77.

Has Little Gem's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Little Gem have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Little Gem means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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