Moorings Club Downstairs

100 Harbour Dr, Vero Beach, FL 32963

American

Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Moorings Club Downstairs has been inspected eight times since 2023. The most recent visit was on Mar 25, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.

“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

Among Vero Beach restaurants, the typical score is 77; Moorings Club Downstairs is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 25, 2026

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Butcher cutting board

14-09-4

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.

21-04-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters above flat top

23-03-4

Oct 1, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Operator needs chlorine test stripe

16-32-5

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink at bar **Corrected On-Site**

31B-04-4

Apr 14, 2025

Routine - Food

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

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High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then handled clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Dishwasher went from dirty dishes to clean dishes without washing hands or changing gloves. Manager spoke to employee **Corrective Action Taken**

12A-29-4

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

16-37-1

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tuna poke bowl. Lunch menu is was reprinted **Corrected On-Site**

02B-01-5

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Butcher room cutting board

14-09-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan guards in butcher cooler are soiled in dust. Fan guards were cleaned **Corrected On-Site**

23-03-4

Oct 18, 2024

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Operator is marking date received not date last served Educated management.

01C-03-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade Soda Nozzle at bar **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Intermediate - Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Fry cooler cutting board has melted on the ends

14-16-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Basic - Light not functioning. In bakery **Corrected On-Site**

36-62-4

Mar 5, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda Gunn nozzle at bar

22-02-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Sink by coffee station

31B-03-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets and handle fry station

14-11-5

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. Hood filters

23-03-4

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Fry station

29-49-6

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.

24-08-4

Nov 15, 2023

Routine - Food

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

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Yucca found at 45F. Chef moved to bottom cooler. Rechecked and now reading 43F **Corrected On-Site**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Glass cleaner at bar **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.at main bar

31B-04-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Found at 74F. Advised chef to heat water. **Corrective Action Taken**

10-07-4

May 25, 2023

Routine - Food

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

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Jan 4, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Moorings Club Downstairs last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Moorings Club Downstairs on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Moorings Club Downstairs?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Moorings Club Downstairs.

How does Moorings Club Downstairs compare to other restaurants in Vero Beach?

Moorings Club Downstairs most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Vero Beach average of 77.

Has Moorings Club Downstairs' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Moorings Club Downstairs have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Moorings Club Downstairs 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 Moorings Club Downstairs inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Moorings Club Downstairs is inspected around two times per year on average.

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