Rusty's Seafood & Oyster Bar in Cape Canaveral
Last inspected:
628 Glen Cheek Dr, Cape Canaveral, FL 329204502Rusty's Seafood & Oyster Bar in Cape Canaveral has accumulated 254 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.9 violations per visit. The facility was shut down once in 2025 for fly activity. Consumer advisory, employee health policy, and management awareness issues account for the majority of violations. In March 2025, inspectors issued an emergency order that the facility subsequently brought into compliance.
Most recent closure: March 17, 2025 for fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Rusty's Seafood & Oyster Bar in Cape Canaveral: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
This Facility
8
violations / inspection
8 violations per inspection
Brevard County Avg
5.89
violations / inspection
5.89 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Brevard County Avg
0.17
closures / facility
0.17 county average
Rusty's Seafood & Oyster Bar in Cape Canaveral: Emergency Closure History (1)
Rusty's Seafood & Oyster Bar in Cape Canaveral: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025025588 | $400.00 | Mar 17, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Rusty's Seafood & Oyster Bar in Cape Canaveral: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 3 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections28 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections24 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections22 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections38 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections34 violations · 25 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Rusty's Seafood & Oyster Bar in Cape Canaveral: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Rusty's Seafood & Oyster Bar in Cape Canaveral last inspected?
- Rusty's Seafood & Oyster Bar in Cape Canaveral was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 18, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Rusty's Seafood & Oyster Bar in Cape Canaveral last shut down?
- Rusty's Seafood & Oyster Bar in Cape Canaveral was last shut down on March 17, 2025 for fly activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Rusty's Seafood & Oyster Bar in Cape Canaveral?
- The most frequently cited violations at Rusty's Seafood & Oyster Bar in Cape Canaveral are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Management awareness.
- How many health inspections has Rusty's Seafood & Oyster Bar in Cape Canaveral had?
- Rusty's Seafood & Oyster Bar in Cape Canaveral has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Rusty's Seafood & Oyster Bar in Cape Canaveral find?
- Rusty's Seafood & Oyster Bar in Cape Canaveral was most recently inspected on September 18, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Rusty's Seafood & Oyster Bar in Cape Canaveral ever been shut down?
- Yes, Rusty's Seafood & Oyster Bar in Cape Canaveral has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- Has Rusty's Seafood & Oyster Bar in Cape Canaveral faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Rusty's Seafood & Oyster Bar in Cape Canaveral has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Rusty's Seafood & Oyster Bar in Cape Canaveral been fined?
- Rusty's Seafood & Oyster Bar in Cape Canaveral has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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