First Watch Restaurants in Melbourne
Last inspected:
1900 W New Haven Ave, Melbourne, FL 32904Part of: First Watch Florida health inspections, violations & closures
First Watch Restaurants in Melbourne has accumulated 167 violations across 29 inspections since 2016, when it operated as Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews. The facility averages 5.8 violations per inspection. In 2024, violation counts increased notably, with 11 violations cited in July and 7 in March, both marking the highest single-inspection totals in the facility's record. The most frequently cited violations involve food contact surfaces, proper cooking temperatures, and hand and arm washing practices.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
First Watch Restaurants in Melbourne: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
This Facility
5.8
violations / inspection
5.8 violations per inspection
Brevard County Avg
5.91
violations / inspection
5.91 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Brevard County Avg
0.17
closures / facility
0.17 county average
First Watch Restaurants in Melbourne: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. **Corrected On-Site**
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.
First Watch Restaurants in Melbourne: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 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· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections29 violations · 21 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
First Watch Restaurants in Melbourne: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was First Watch Restaurants in Melbourne last inspected?
- First Watch Restaurants in Melbourne was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 21, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at First Watch Restaurants in Melbourne?
- The most frequently cited violations at First Watch Restaurants in Melbourne are: Food contact surfaces, Proper cooking temps, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has First Watch Restaurants in Melbourne had?
- First Watch Restaurants in Melbourne has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of First Watch Restaurants in Melbourne find?
- First Watch Restaurants in Melbourne was most recently inspected on July 21, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has First Watch Restaurants in Melbourne ever been shut down?
- No, First Watch Restaurants in Melbourne has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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 First Watch Restaurants in Melbourne had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, First Watch Restaurants in Melbourne has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has First Watch Restaurants in Melbourne operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews (2016).
Nearby Establishments to First Watch Restaurants
Poor Inspection Records Near Melbourne
Stories You May Have Missed Melbourne
Melbourne Mexican Restaurant Stayed Open With 6 High-Severity Violations, Including Unknown Food Sources
El Sombrero Mexican Cuisine in Melbourne logged 6 high-severity violations Aug. 5, including food from unapproved source…
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.
This page is maintained by FloridaFoodSafety.org and is not affiliated with First Watch Restaurants. How we collect and verify this data.