Sand on the Beach in Melbourne Beach
Last inspected:
1005 Atlantic St, Melbourne Beach, FL 32951Sand on the Beach in Melbourne Beach has accumulated 769 violations across 67 inspections since 2016, averaging 11.5 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for rodent activity. In 2019, inspectors cited electrical wiring in disrepair and blocked exit paths, with a table obstructing the marked exit to stairs. Sand on the Beach has faced 8 disciplinary actions totaling $5,420 in fines, with the largest penalty reaching $3,000. Food contact surfaces, proper ventilation, and consumer advisories represent the top recurring violations.
Most recent closure: February 8, 2019 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sand on the Beach in Melbourne Beach: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
This Facility
11.5
violations / inspection
11.5 violations per inspection
Brevard County Avg
5.94
violations / inspection
5.94 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Brevard County Avg
0.16
closures / facility
0.16 county average
Sand on the Beach in Melbourne Beach: Emergency Closure History (2)
Sand on the Beach in Melbourne Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (8)
Total fines on record: $5,420.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2021041489 | $200.00 | Jul 8, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2019028550 | — | Apr 26, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2019031715 | — | Mar 21, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2019007846 | $3,000.00 | Feb 8, 2019 | Jacksonville | |
| 4--2018054538 | $600.00 | Aug 24, 2018 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2017058151 | $1,100.00 | Nov 20, 2017 | Orlando | |
| 4--2017044326 | $120.00 | Jul 25, 2017 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 4--2017035005 | $400.00 | Jul 18, 2017 | Fort Lauderdale |
Sand on the Beach in Melbourne Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 47-03-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Missing coverin prep area
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 · 46-01-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Table on landing to stairs upstairs has a table on it
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
Sand on the Beach in Melbourne Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (67)
— 1 inspection12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections55 violations · 35 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 21 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (12 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections24 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 7 inspections71 violations · 48 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 16 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 2 inspections25 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections52 violations · 38 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 16 inspections103 violations · 61 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 22 violations (14 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 4 inspections26 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 10 inspections79 violations · 46 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (14 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Sand on the Beach in Melbourne Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sand on the Beach in Melbourne Beach last inspected?
- Sand on the Beach in Melbourne Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 4, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Sand on the Beach in Melbourne Beach last shut down?
- Sand on the Beach in Melbourne Beach was last shut down on February 8, 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 Sand on the Beach in Melbourne Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sand on the Beach in Melbourne Beach are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Sand on the Beach in Melbourne Beach had?
- Sand on the Beach in Melbourne Beach has had 67 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sand on the Beach in Melbourne Beach find?
- Sand on the Beach in Melbourne Beach was most recently inspected on March 4, 2026 with 14 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sand on the Beach in Melbourne Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Sand on the Beach in Melbourne Beach has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- 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.
- Has Sand on the Beach in Melbourne Beach had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Sand on the Beach in Melbourne Beach has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Sand on the Beach in Melbourne Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sand on the Beach in Melbourne Beach has 8 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $5,420.00 in fines.
- How much has Sand on the Beach in Melbourne Beach been fined?
- Sand on the Beach in Melbourne Beach has been fined a total of $5,420.00 across 8 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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