Southern Social
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026
78
Score
Southern Social appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 18, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Southern Social's latest score is in line with the Vero Beach average of 77. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 18, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw burger patties over raw bacon. Employee moved **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Make table cutting board
14-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At bar. Emailed sign to operator. Sign was printed and posted **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
78
Aug 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Liquid buildup on up on floor behind reach in freezer **Corrected On-Site**
36-73-4
95
Feb 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
86
Sep 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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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. Reading 0ppm. Exchanged sanitizer and now reading 100ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk bins **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
78
Mar 14, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Dry storage **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-14: **Time Extended**
38-01-4
95
Mar 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. All in walk in cooler over night Corn - 46 2qt Polenta - 47 1lb Butter with cream 47 2 qts Cooked pasta -49 5 lbs Beef broth - 1/2 gal Raw shelled Eggs- 49 15 dozen Cooked wings- 49 5lb Short ribs 47 5 lbs Buttermilk -49 1 gallon Mussels - 47 7lb Hummus -45 1 lb Cooked rice- 45 5 lbs **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: Corn - none on hand Polenta - none on hand Butter with cream none on hand Cooked pasta - none on hand Beef broth - none on hand Raw shelled Eggs- Cooked wings- 46 Short ribs - 46 Buttermilk -none on hand Mussels - 42 Hummus -none on hand Cooked rice- none on hand Arrived at 3:30. Operator stated that they just got large delivery at 3pm. Also AC repair technician was here during that time. Temperature ranges from 42-46°. Operator was able to show proof of cooler temperatures from earlier in day. Time extended per supervisor **Time Extended**
03A-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer on cooks line - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Dry storage **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: **Time Extended**
38-01-4
78
Mar 12, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Reading 0ppm. Primed and rechecked now reading 400ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-47-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. All in walk in cooler over night Corn - 46 2qt Polenta - 47 1lb Butter with cream 47° 2 qts Cooked pasta -49 ° 5 lbs Beef broth - 1/2 gal Raw shelled Eggs- 49 15 dozen Cooked wings- 49° 5lb Short ribs 47 5 lbs Buttermilk -49 1 gallon Mussels - 47° 7lb Hummus -45 1 lb Cooked rice- 45° 5 lbs **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In flour bin **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer on cooks line
14-69-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Dry storage **Repeat Violation**
38-01-4
43
Nov 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Steak skewers 71F. Unit became unplugged. Manger threw away during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Container in sink **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
14-01-5
Basic - Hood filters soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
23-03-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Missing shield near dry storage
38-01-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
64
May 31, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
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
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
45
Aug 29, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Only have quat and using chlorine - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-29: **Time Extended**
16-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling shows damage or is in disrepair. Flaking off above cooks line - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-29: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-29: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Southern Social last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Southern Social on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Southern Social?
Across the inspection record, “bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Southern Social.
How does Southern Social compare to other restaurants in Vero Beach?
Southern Social most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Vero Beach average of 77.
Has Southern Social's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Southern Social have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Southern Social 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 Southern Social inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Southern Social is inspected around three times per year on average.
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