Marker 24 Riverfront
Last inspected: Dec 3, 2025
43
Score
Marker 24 Riverfront has been inspected 11 times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Dec 3, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around three violations to closer to seven violations.
Looking across the full record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
The city-wide average sits at 77, which Marker 24 Riverfront's 43 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
11
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 3, 2025
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored above potatoes in walk-in cooler. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In lower holding area of reach-in cooler on cook line nearest steamwells
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Wings in vacuum sealed bag dated 11/29/25
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Surface area surrounding dispenser nozzles of soda machine is soiled. Operator cleaned **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date on filters in prep room over sinks in corner
29-28-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Along door seams
16-21-4
Basic - Iced tea dispenser not cleaned at least once every 24 hours. Buildup in nozzles. Operator cleaned **Corrected On-Site**
22-13-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Wings in vacuum sealed bag dated 11/29/25. SEE STOP SALE . Operator will voluntarily discontinue use of vacuum sealer
03G-54-1
43
Nov 12, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 11, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. On wall outside of reach in freezer storage room
29-34-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler sliced cheese (48F - Cold Holding)
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish stored on shelf above cans. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Dispenser chute of iced drink maker behind bar is soiled. Operator cleaned **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator added soda machine between bar and bathrooms. No direct access to hand washing sink **Warning**
51-16-7
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. Printed and signed **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
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.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Filter do not have date of last service
29-28-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Pizza cutter in standing water at 93°F. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Under corner of the bar
29-19-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Doors
16-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Multiple areas. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
30
Jan 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fully thawed raw mahi, raw tuna and raw cobia in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle not labeled identifying liquid contents. Operator labeled **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Fully thawed raw mahi, raw tuna and raw cobia in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements. SEE STOP SALE
06-09-1
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Compressed air tanks in liquor storage room are not secured
51-11-4
70
Sep 17, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator has installed 2 ice machines and walk in freezer with no hand washing sink. Ice machine installed in exterior and triple sink relocated **Warning**
51-16-7
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution other than chlorine, quaternary ammonia or iodine, not at proper minimum strength, not used according to label instructions. 0ppm DDBSA. Operator remade to 300ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-45-1
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook in kitchen put on restriant **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Romaine lettuce over RTE in walk in cooler operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
78
Mar 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. In prep room
29-37-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Seared tuna for rice bowls. Operator marked **Corrected On-Site**
02B-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage on shelf over make line. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Operator cleaned **Corrected On-Site**
16-21-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 200+ppm. Operator remade to 100ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Sanitizer bucket stored on the floor. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
64
Oct 13, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 12, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Ceviche is made with random types of fish acquired through licensed commercial fishing vendor next door.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Sanitizer solution other than chlorine, quat or iodine not at the proper minimum strength listed in the manufacturer's instructions. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 0ppm DDBSA. Made chlorine sanitizer buckets at 50ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-51-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler. Ceviche stored over cooked chicken. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Establishment is attempting to achieve parasite destruction onsite. No time/temperature records maintained. No proof of proper parasite destruction available for nonexempt fish. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Ceviche is made with random types of fish acquired through licensed commercial fishing vendor next door. **Warning**
01D-07-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of Soda gun holsters behind the bar are soiled. Operator cleaned **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In dry storage room next to walk in freezer
36-37-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Drink cups behind bar have evidence of wet nesting
24-08-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Compressed air tank not secured. Operator tethered **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substance behind the deflector plate
22-20-5
43
Feb 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator printed. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
82
Aug 18, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Marker 24 Riverfront last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Marker 24 Riverfront on file is from Dec 3, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Marker 24 Riverfront?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Marker 24 Riverfront.
How does Marker 24 Riverfront compare to other restaurants in Merritt Island?
Marker 24 Riverfront most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Merritt Island average of 77.
Has Marker 24 Riverfront's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Marker 24 Riverfront have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Marker 24 Riverfront means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Marker 24 Riverfront inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Marker 24 Riverfront is inspected around three times per year on average.
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