Southern Charm Cafe in Cape Canaveral
Last inspected:
8501 Astronaut Blvd Units 6 - 8, Cape Canaveral, FL 32920Southern Charm Cafe in Cape Canaveral has accumulated 264 violations across 37 inspections since 2017, averaging 7.1 per visit. The facility was shut down three times for rodent activity. Fire inspections documented a gas can larger than permitted capacity stored inside the building in 2019. The restaurant has faced 4 disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines. Proper ventilation, employee health reporting, and shell stock requirements are the most frequently cited violations.
Most recent closure: November 6, 2019 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Southern Charm Cafe in Cape Canaveral: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
This Facility
7.3
violations / inspection
7.3 violations per inspection
Brevard County Avg
5.89
violations / inspection
5.89 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Brevard County Avg
0.17
closures / facility
0.17 county average
Southern Charm Cafe in Cape Canaveral: Emergency Closure History (3)
Southern Charm Cafe in Cape Canaveral: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2021038209 | $200.00 | Jul 9, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2019018839 | $400.00 | Feb 19, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2015047511 | $300.00 | Oct 22, 2015 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2015045637 | $300.00 | Oct 5, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Southern Charm Cafe in Cape Canaveral: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Gas can (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Stored in storage room.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Southern Charm Cafe in Cape Canaveral: Full Inspection History — DBPR (38)
— 3 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 7 inspections29 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections43 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 21 violations (13 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections31 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Southern Charm Cafe in Cape Canaveral: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Southern Charm Cafe in Cape Canaveral last inspected?
- Southern Charm Cafe in Cape Canaveral was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 3, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- When was Southern Charm Cafe in Cape Canaveral last shut down?
- Southern Charm Cafe in Cape Canaveral was last shut down on November 6, 2019 for rodent 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 Southern Charm Cafe in Cape Canaveral?
- The most frequently cited violations at Southern Charm Cafe in Cape Canaveral are: Proper ventilation, Employee health reporting, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Southern Charm Cafe in Cape Canaveral had?
- Southern Charm Cafe in Cape Canaveral has had 38 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Southern Charm Cafe in Cape Canaveral find?
- Southern Charm Cafe in Cape Canaveral was most recently inspected on September 3, 2026 with 14 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Southern Charm Cafe in Cape Canaveral ever been shut down?
- Yes, Southern Charm Cafe in Cape Canaveral has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has Southern Charm Cafe in Cape Canaveral had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Southern Charm Cafe in Cape Canaveral has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Southern Charm Cafe in Cape Canaveral faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Southern Charm Cafe in Cape Canaveral has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Southern Charm Cafe in Cape Canaveral been fined?
- Southern Charm Cafe in Cape Canaveral has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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