Merritt Square 16

777 E Merritt Island Cswy Ste 163, Merritt Island, FL 32952

Other

Last inspected: Aug 21, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Public records show five inspections at Merritt Square 16 stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 21, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around zero violations lately and about five violations before that.

The pattern that stands out is “water treatment device has not been inspected”, which has been cited two times.

Compared to the broader Merritt Island restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Aug 21, 2025

Complaint Full

No violations found.

100

Jun 16, 2025

Complaint Full

4 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 5 violations

Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No dates on filters for ice machines **Repeat Violation**

29-28-4

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**

53A-01-7

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**

53B-01-5

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. **Warning**

11-26-1

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Open case of cups on the floor. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Apr 22, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Filters for ice machines last serviced in 2023

29-28-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test strips for DDBSA

16-37-1

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

Basic - Food stored on floor. Cooking oil containers stored on the floor. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Popcorn buckets stored with food contact surface facing upwards. Operator inverted. Cases of Paper towels and toilet paper stored on the floor. **Corrective Action Taken**

25-06-4

Dec 27, 2023

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 7 violations

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed

FL-27

Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present

FL-38

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

May 30, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Merritt Square 16 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Merritt Square 16 on file is from Aug 21, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Merritt Square 16?

Across the inspection record, “water treatment device has not been inspected” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Merritt Square 16.

How does Merritt Square 16 compare to other restaurants in Merritt Island?

Merritt Square 16 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Merritt Island average of 77.

Has Merritt Square 16's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Merritt Square 16 have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Merritt Square 16 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 Merritt Square 16 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Merritt Square 16 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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