Red Onion Eatery

3001 Ocean Dr, Vero Beach, FL 32963

American

Last inspected: Jan 23, 2024

Score

High Risk

Going back to 2022, Red Onion Eatery has five inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Jan 23, 2024. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones. The most recent inspection at Red Onion Eatery is from Jan 23, 2024, and nothing newer appears in the public record.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around seven violations compared to roughly 10 violations earlier on.

“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

That's lower than the typical Vero Beach restaurant, which scores around 77. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 23, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm. Will call dishwasher company and will sanitize in triple sink till repaired

22-41-4

High Priority - Spray hose at mop sink lower than flood rim of sink. **Corrected On-Site**

29-37-4

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Heavy cream **Corrected On-Site**

02C-03-5

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

22-02-4

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

51-11-4

Basic - Light not functioning. Under hood fan

36-62-4

Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. **Repeat Violation**

36-03-4

Sep 11, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 10 violations

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Mar 30, 2023

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 10 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. Printed and provided. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Interior of broiler.

22-02-4

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. Multiple new employees with forms signed. Provided form.

11-26-1

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water at hand sink next to dish machine.

27-16-4

Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. At sanitizer well.

16-03-4

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**

16-21-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen.

36-34-5

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall at two places at reach in cooler/cook line.

36-24-5

Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Cleaned and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**

22-08-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Front of microwave missing with crevices observed.

14-47-4

Nov 28, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 9 minor violations.

View 10 violations

Intermediate - Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Cracked/broken food storage containers.

14-16-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. At back area.

36-32-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated grease, dust, or mold-like substance. At dish area.

36-34-5

Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. At reach in freezers. **Repeat Violation**

36-03-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**

50-09-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Door of microwave in disrepair.

14-11-5

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Cracks and crevices. Under equipment.

36-73-4

Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/ice build up. Open/unwrapped food in chest freezer with ice buildup.

08B-36-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer over open containers of food.

14-69-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At water heater area.

23-03-4

Sep 26, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Red Onion Eatery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Red Onion Eatery on file is from Jan 23, 2024. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Red Onion Eatery?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Red Onion Eatery.

How does Red Onion Eatery compare to other restaurants in Vero Beach?

Red Onion Eatery most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Vero Beach average of 77.

Has Red Onion Eatery's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Red Onion Eatery have averaged around seven violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Red Onion Eatery 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.

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