Melbourne Seafood Station
Last inspected: Feb 2, 2026
86
Score
Melbourne Seafood Station appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 2, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around 13 violations to closer to 10 violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “equipment in poor repair” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
Among Melbourne restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 2, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Sink in back **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sink in back Provided at licensing **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
86
Sep 23, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 small fly in kitchen
35A-02-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. 2 cases raw oysters. No tag available for either
01B-03-5
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. Sent operator copy **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. 2 cases raw oysters
01C-01-4
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. Colleen and Jaclyn
53B-13-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
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. Salmon thawing with vacuum seal not broken still 42f cold holding **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Lid to make table Gaskets chest freezers **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Chest freezers
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket chest freezer
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler
14-33-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing in still water 42f ch **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. By dishwasher **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
32
Apr 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
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/ Jacklyn Ellis. 9-26-18
53A-03-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine. Dishwasher
16-37-1
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.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. **Corrected On-Site**
02A-01-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket make table
14-11-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Reach-in frezzer with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Dishwasher **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
43
Aug 28, 2023
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
41
Jul 27, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 flys in dishwasher area
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Oyster tags not in order
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. 1 tag not marked **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Back by dishwasher. Blocked and cannot access **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Serve filet cook claims would serve medium rare if asked. Inspector provided advisory **Corrective Action Taken**
02B-02-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water handel is stripped and cannot be turned on or off at hand wash sink **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. **Repeat Violation**
36-03-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open drink on prep table **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Handel at handwash sink. Stripped and just turns. Cannot turn on hot water.
14-11-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall ladies bathroom **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Small Upright reach in freezer
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Both sinks. Inspector provided signs **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Several reach in chest freezers rust on top door Gaskets reach in chest freezer dirty **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
26
Jan 13, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
29
Jul 15, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 flies landing on corn box.
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. **Corrected On-Site**
02A-01-4
Basic - tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Roll top cooler top.
14-71-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. rust pitted top of drop in freezer.
14-11-5
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floors in dish area **Repeat Violation**
36-11-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Bottled waters. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Several.
14-38-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Multiple fixtures In bays with drop in freezers.
38-07-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Corner door piece near walk in cooler and dish area.
36-03-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Melbourne Seafood Station last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Melbourne Seafood Station on file is from Feb 2, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Melbourne Seafood Station?
Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Melbourne Seafood Station.
How does Melbourne Seafood Station compare to other restaurants in Melbourne?
Melbourne Seafood Station most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Melbourne average of 84.
Has Melbourne Seafood Station's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Melbourne Seafood Station have averaged around 10 violations per visit, down from roughly 13 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Melbourne Seafood Station 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 Melbourne Seafood Station inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Melbourne Seafood Station is inspected around two times per year on average.
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