Sunset Cafe
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
67
Score
Sunset Cafe has been inspected eight times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 14, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around five violations, down from roughly 11 violations earlier in the record.
Looking across the full record, “ice scoop handle in contact with ice” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
The city-wide average sits at 77, which Sunset Cafe's 67 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw burgers over raw bacon in reach in cooler
08A-20-5
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Whisk next to hand sink **Corrected On-Site**
24-27-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Under 3 bay sink
36-17-5
Basic - Missing ceiling tile above 3 bay sink **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Hash browns sitting out on counter. Employee moved to cooler to thaw **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. At servers station, reading 0ppm. Advised to remake. Now reading 100ppm**Corrective Action Taken** **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
67
Jul 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter pats 68f. Cold holding. On counter for 1 hour. Moved to cooler to rapid chill **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Above 3 bay sink **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Ice machine and glass door cooler are not working and not in use
14-11-5
78
Jan 23, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw steak over ice in reach in freezer
08A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw chicken in reach in cooler at 45°. In cooler overnight
03A-02-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Above 3CS
36-36-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Soda station **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Sandwich station reach in cooler soiled in food debris
22-16-4
55
Aug 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
50
Jan 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Spray hose at mop sink lower than flood rim of sink.
29-37-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine
16-37-1
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. Sent operator information **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
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. Milk 2 door reach in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets glass door reach in cooler **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
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. Bottom reach in freezer
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
37
Aug 22, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
47
Feb 8, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 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. Provided form. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer blade guard soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used as dump sink. Strainer removed and sink cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Hat put on. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Can opener blade rusty.
14-13-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-08-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Under microwaves and on cooking equipment.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Placed in sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
55
Sep 8, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Metal band brush at cook line.
14-14-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Secured. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Over 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Kitchen.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease. Hood filters.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Placed in sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sunset Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sunset Cafe on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sunset Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “ice scoop handle in contact with ice” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sunset Cafe.
How does Sunset Cafe compare to other restaurants in Vero Beach?
Sunset Cafe most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Vero Beach average of 77.
Has Sunset Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Sunset Cafe have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Sunset Cafe means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Sunset Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sunset Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.
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