Sebastian Saltwater
Last inspected: Feb 6, 2026
90
Score
Inspectors have visited Sebastian Saltwater 11 times, with records going back to 2022. On Feb 6, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near seven violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Sebastian restaurant scores 77. The record reflects steady performance over time.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 6, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-06: **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket reach make table on left Hood filters **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-06: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
90
Jan 27, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 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 sanitize in triple sink till repaired . Operator has switched to another company and got rid of eco lab. New machine will be installed 2-4-26 **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs over unwashed vegetables . Walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Sun glasses cook line **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Light not functioning. Under hood fan **Repeat Violation**
36-62-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket reach make table on left Hood filters **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
58
Aug 11, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. 1 July tag **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda Gunn nozzle outside bar on rt side **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Sink in dishwasher area **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Michelle. And. Luk
53B-14-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket reach reach in freezer Several others
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer
14-69-4
Basic - Light not functioning. Under hood fan
36-62-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust .gasket freezer Gasket 2 door reach in cooler
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cook line
14-09-4
47
Apr 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-09: **Time Extended**
01C-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Kitchen. Dishwasher area - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-09: **Time Extended**
36-22-4
86
Feb 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
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
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
37
Aug 12, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
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**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Identity of food or food product misrepresented. Tuna poke not marked served raw. Chef had added to menus at inspection **Corrected On-Site**
52-01-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Oysters 3 tags not dated **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket single door reach in cooler **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
55
Jan 31, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked shrimp **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets make table No handle on make table
14-11-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in coleslaw **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler at bar by kitchen
29-49-6
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
61
Oct 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Advised manager who had employee wash hands. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-03: **Time Extended**
12A-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-03: **Time Extended**
01C-10-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. At dish machine - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-03: **Time Extended**
41-21-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks throughout kitchen. Advised manager and items were moved **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-03: **Time Extended**
12B-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-03: **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1.Can opener blade 2. TV above salad expo area **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-03: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind cooks line **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-03: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Spice shakers on cooks line not labeled - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-03: **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
55
Sep 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Advised manager who had employee wash hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-02-4
Intermediate - Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied. **Corrected On-Site**
01C-10-4
Intermediate - Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. At dish machine
41-21-4
Basic - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. **Warning**
16-55-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks throughout kitchen. Advised manager and items were moved **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1.Can opener blade 2. TV above salad expo area **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind cooks line **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Spice shakers on cooks line not labeled
02D-01-5
52
Dec 16, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. At back area with splitter and hose. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Dish racks and trash can moved. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Manager corrected. Water temperature 103f. **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. One mens restroom stalls out of order.
32-05-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Corrected. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. At prep station. Removed and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with food debris. Walk in cooler shelf. Knife rack. Cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Out side area at back door.
33-34-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. At cook line near pipes.
36-27-5
50
Aug 29, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose Bibb at hand sink near back door with splitter and hose. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Degreaser. Labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin . At ice chute in large machine. Cleaned and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on sheet pan at soda storage area. Cleaned and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**
23-24-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Cracked tiles at pot storage area.
36-17-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall at floor level near cook line.
36-24-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At several locations.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with soiled residue. Walk in fan covers.
23-03-4
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sebastian Saltwater last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sebastian Saltwater on file is from Feb 6, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sebastian Saltwater?
Across the inspection record, “clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Sebastian Saltwater.
How does Sebastian Saltwater compare to other restaurants in Sebastian?
Sebastian Saltwater most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Sebastian average of 77.
Has Sebastian Saltwater's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sebastian Saltwater have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sebastian Saltwater 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 Sebastian Saltwater inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sebastian Saltwater is inspected around three times per year on average.
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