How many health inspections has MIDDLE RIVER BARGE LLC had?

MIDDLE RIVER BARGE LLC has had 18 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has MIDDLE RIVER BARGE LLC ever been shut down?

No, MIDDLE RIVER BARGE LLC has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at MIDDLE RIVER BARGE LLC?

The most frequently cited violations at MIDDLE RIVER BARGE LLC are: Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected, Toilet facilities.

What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?

AIR QUALITY: Inadequate ventilation allows accumulation of grease-laden vapors, carbon monoxide, smoke, steam, and odors. Grease deposits on surfaces attract pests and create fire hazards. Poor ventilation promotes mold growth, which produces allergenic spores and mycotoxins. Carbon monoxide from gas equipment causes headaches, dizziness, and can be fatal at high levels. Provide adequate mechanical ventilation to remove cooking fumes, smoke, steam, and odors. Maintain hood systems with clean filters — degrease monthly. Ensure adequate makeup air to prevent negative pressure. Provide sufficient lighting: 50 foot-candles at food preparation surfaces, 20 foot-candles in equipment/utensil areas, 10 foot-candles in walk-ins and storage.

What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?

PEST ENTRY: Unprotected outer openings (doors, windows, vents) allow entry of flies, rodents, birds, and other pests. A single open door can admit hundreds of flies in minutes — each carrying 100+ pathogens. Gaps around doors allow mice (1/4 inch) and rats (1/2 inch) to enter. Birds nest in rafters, contaminating food with droppings carrying Salmonella and Histoplasma. Protect all outer openings: install self-closing doors, tight-fitting screens on windows and vents, air curtains at frequently used entrances, door sweeps on exterior doors. Seal gaps around pipes and utility penetrations. Keep doors closed when not in active use. Maintain screens in good repair — no holes or tears.

MIDDLE RIVER BARGE LLC

5150 SR 520, Cocoa, FL 32926

Brevard County · Permanent Food Service · License: SEA1504923

MIDDLE RIVER BARGE LLC in Cocoa, FL has 18 inspections on record with 52 total violations (2.9 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

18Inspections

52Violations

0Closures

Data current as of March 21, 2025

Inspection History (18)

Mar 21, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 7, 2024 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 26, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Nov 17, 2023 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Sep 12, 2023 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Warning Issued

Mar 8, 2023 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 18, 2022 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Jun 2, 2022 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Mar 25, 2022 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Mar 21, 2022 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 18, 2022 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 12, 2021 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 9, 2020 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jun 14, 2019 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Apr 15, 2019 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 11, 2017 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Mar 7, 2017 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Oct 27, 2016 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

How Does This Facility Compare?

MIDDLE RIVER BARGE LLC has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Brevard County average of 0.13 closures per facility. It has averaged 2.9 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.53.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has MIDDLE RIVER BARGE LLC had?: MIDDLE RIVER BARGE LLC has had 18 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has MIDDLE RIVER BARGE LLC ever been shut down?: No, MIDDLE RIVER BARGE LLC has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at MIDDLE RIVER BARGE LLC?: The most frequently cited violations at MIDDLE RIVER BARGE LLC are: Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected, Toilet facilities.

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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.

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Last verified: March 21, 2025 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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