Zaxby's
Last inspected: Oct 7, 2025
78
Score
Zaxby's has been inspected nine times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 7, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around five violations each.
Across the inspection history, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.
That's lower than the typical Melbourne restaurant, which scores around 84. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Under 3 compartment sink
29-18-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Up right reach in freezer
14-69-4
78
Jan 7, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen are little soiled with dust **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Observed in ice machine interior starting to form a pink yellowish substance in the interior
22-20-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
86
Jul 23, 2024
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
55
Jun 3, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed hose touching the bottom of mop sink **Corrected On-Site**
29-37-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 live flies in kitchen area but not touching tcs foods. Talk to supervisor on duty. Stated next unannounced routine inspection
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Emailed operator **Corrective Action Taken**
11-07-5
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. Emailed operator **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting is soiled on cooked line
22-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Observed ceiling tiles and vents are dusty
36-34-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in walk in freezer
14-69-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Under prep sink
29-18-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed heat lamps on center line are soiled with old food debris
14-11-5
Basic - Observed ice bin at drive through interior is soiled with black like substance
22-20-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
37
Feb 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed mop sink hose touching the bottom of the mop sink.
29-37-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tile above make station line is soiled
36-34-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed on hot well station In the middle. Where the heat element above food is located is soiled.
14-11-5
74
Oct 24, 2023
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Oct 20, 2023
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jun 30, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer has ice build up under fans
14-69-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mops in mop sink not hanging to dry
42-01-4
90
Jul 7, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker installed on the non-chemical side of the split at the mop sink
29-42-4
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. No proof of training for some employees
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Dispenser in mens restroom is unable to dispense paper towels. Operator fixed **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer has an ice buildup on interior surfaces
14-69-4
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Zaxby's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Zaxby's on file is from Oct 7, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Zaxby's?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Zaxby's.
How does Zaxby's compare to other restaurants in Melbourne?
Zaxby's most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Melbourne average of 84.
Has Zaxby's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Zaxby's have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Zaxby's 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 Zaxby's inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Zaxby's is inspected around three times per year on average.
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