Backwater in Melbourne
Last inspected:
1904 Municipal Lane, Melbourne, FL 32901Backwater in Melbourne has accumulated 168 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.5 per visit. The facility was shut down once for rodent activity. Food contact surfaces (13 violations), employee health policy (12), and employee health reporting (10) are the most frequently cited issues. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $1,000 in fines.
Most recent closure: July 19, 2018 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Backwater in Melbourne: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
This Facility
6.4
violations / inspection
6.4 violations per inspection
Brevard County Avg
5.91
violations / inspection
5.91 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Brevard County Avg
0.17
closures / facility
0.17 county average
Backwater in Melbourne: Emergency Closure History (1)
Backwater in Melbourne: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2018038847 | $800.00 | Jul 19, 2018 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2018000420 | $200.00 | Dec 19, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Backwater in Melbourne: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections26 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Backwater in Melbourne: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Backwater in Melbourne last inspected?
- Backwater in Melbourne was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Backwater in Melbourne last shut down?
- Backwater in Melbourne was last shut down on July 19, 2018 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 Backwater in Melbourne?
- The most frequently cited violations at Backwater in Melbourne are: Food contact surfaces, Employee health policy, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Backwater in Melbourne had?
- Backwater in Melbourne has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Backwater in Melbourne find?
- Backwater in Melbourne was most recently inspected on August 5, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Backwater in Melbourne ever been shut down?
- Yes, Backwater in Melbourne has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Backwater in Melbourne faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Backwater in Melbourne has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
- How much has Backwater in Melbourne been fined?
- Backwater in Melbourne has been fined a total of $1,000.00 across 2 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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