Sweet Desires Espresso Bar
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
74
Score
Going back to 2023, Sweet Desires Espresso Bar has eight inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Mar 5, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
“Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average sits at 77, which Sweet Desires Espresso Bar's 74 doesn't quite reach. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice shield on ice bin has small buildup
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to store sanitizer bucket at front sink. Cart is blocking kitchen hand sink. Items were moved **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Michael
53B-09-4
74
Oct 2, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Egg sandwiches observed at 74° on display for 40 minutes . Operator moved to cooler to rapid chill. Recommended time plan. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cart being stored in front of hand sink in kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Michael
53B-13-5
Basic - Accumulation of mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Fan in kitchen soiled with dust.
23-03-4
58
Apr 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw egg whites stored over Brie cheese. Eggs where moved to bottom shelf **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. Reading 86f. **Repeat Violation**
16-54-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to store cutting board
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Takeout containers on floor in dry storage room.
25-05-4
61
Nov 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Wash solution in spray-type chemical warewasher less than 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Reading 90°f
16-53-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phone on prep table **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
82
Jun 18, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jun 17, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken salad . Operator threw away **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicken salad in cooler overnight **Corrected On-Site**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Milk jug in sink Front sink used for other purposes **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken salad and sausage Pattie's **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
Basic - Clean wiping cloth lines under clean dishes for drying.
21-19-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
47
Dec 7, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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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 for operator **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Storing sanitizer bucket in back kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Printed and corrected on site. Added croissant sandwich and quiche **Corrected On-Site**
03F-10-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go containers at front counter **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
70
May 4, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sweet Desires Espresso Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sweet Desires Espresso Bar on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sweet Desires Espresso Bar?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sweet Desires Espresso Bar.
How does Sweet Desires Espresso Bar compare to other restaurants in Vero Beach?
Sweet Desires Espresso Bar most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Vero Beach average of 77.
Has Sweet Desires Espresso Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sweet Desires Espresso Bar have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Sweet Desires Espresso Bar 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 Sweet Desires Espresso Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sweet Desires Espresso Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.
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