Cafe Surfinista in Indialantic
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2 Wavecrest Ave, Indialantic, FL 32903Cafe Surfinista in Indialantic has accumulated 159 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.9 violations per visit. The facility previously operated as Pico Alto Phc Restaurant from 2017 and has faced one disciplinary action with a $320 fine. Fire inspections documented eight violations, including a persistent issue with a portable fire extinguisher gauge in the red zone by the kitchen door that extended across multiple follow-up inspections in early 2017. Top recurring violations involve food contact surfaces, proper hand and arm washing, and ventilation.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Cafe Surfinista in Indialantic: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
This Facility
5.9
violations / inspection
5.9 violations per inspection
Brevard County Avg
5.94
violations / inspection
5.94 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Brevard County Avg
0.16
closures / facility
0.16 county average
Cafe Surfinista in Indialantic: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $320.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2017045681 | $320.00 | Aug 7, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Cafe Surfinista in Indialantic: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (7)
— 7 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-05-31: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. By kitchen door **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection on 2017-06-01: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection on 2017-07-31: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection on 2017-08-07: **Time Extended**
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.
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-05-31: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. By kitchen door **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection on 2017-06-01: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection on 2017-07-31: **Time Extended**
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.
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-05-31: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. By kitchen door **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection on 2017-06-01: **Time Extended**
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.
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. By kitchen door **Repeat Violation**
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-02-22: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. By kitchen door - From follow-up inspection on 2017-02-23: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection on 2017-02-24: - From inspection on 2017-02-22: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. By kitchen door - From follow-up inspection on 2017-02-23: **Time Extended**
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-02-22: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. By kitchen door - From follow-up inspection on 2017-02-23: **Time Extended**
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. By kitchen door
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.
Cafe Surfinista in Indialantic: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 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· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 7 inspections61 violations · 41 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Cafe Surfinista in Indialantic: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Cafe Surfinista in Indialantic last inspected?
- Cafe Surfinista in Indialantic was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 19, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Cafe Surfinista in Indialantic?
- The most frequently cited violations at Cafe Surfinista in Indialantic are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Management awareness.
- How many health inspections has Cafe Surfinista in Indialantic had?
- Cafe Surfinista in Indialantic has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Cafe Surfinista in Indialantic find?
- Cafe Surfinista in Indialantic was most recently inspected on March 19, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Cafe Surfinista in Indialantic ever been shut down?
- No, Cafe Surfinista in Indialantic has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- Has Cafe Surfinista in Indialantic had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Cafe Surfinista in Indialantic has 7 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Cafe Surfinista in Indialantic faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Cafe Surfinista in Indialantic has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $320.00 in fines.
- How much has Cafe Surfinista in Indialantic been fined?
- Cafe Surfinista in Indialantic has been fined a total of $320.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Cafe Surfinista in Indialantic operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Pico Alto Phc Restaurant (2017-2017).
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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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