What are the most common violations at Moon River Cafe & Curiosities in Melbourne?

The most frequently cited violations at Moon River Cafe & Curiosities in Melbourne are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health policy, Clean multi-use utensils.

How many health inspections has Moon River Cafe & Curiosities in Melbourne had?

Moon River Cafe & Curiosities in Melbourne has had 6 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 1.2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Moon River Cafe & Curiosities in Melbourne find?

Moon River Cafe & Curiosities in Melbourne was most recently inspected on May 28, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Has Moon River Cafe & Curiosities in Melbourne ever been shut down?

No, Moon River Cafe & Curiosities in Melbourne has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.

Moon River Cafe & Curiosities in Melbourne

Last inspected: May 28, 2026

728 E New Haven Ave, Melbourne, FL 32901

Brevard County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Moon River Cafe LLC
DBPR License: SEA1507323

Overview

Moon River Cafe & Curiosities in Melbourne has received 5 inspections since March 2025, citing 22 violations total. Hand washing violations appeared in 3 of the first 4 inspections, representing a recurring compliance issue. A complaint inspection on January 6, 2026 identified multiple high-priority violations including employee health policy violations, toxic substance control failures, and missing consumer advisories, resulting in a Warning Issued disposition. The facility returned for a call-back inspection on January 28, 2026 and complied with all prior findings, with no violations documented.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.

6Inspections

7Violations

0Closures

Last inspected DBPR: May 28, 2026

Moon River Cafe & Curiosities in Melbourne: Comparison to Brevard County Averages

This Facility 1.2 violations / inspection 1.2 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

Moon River Cafe & Curiosities in Melbourne: Full Inspection History — DBPR (6)

2026 — 3 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority

May 28, 2026 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jan 28, 2026 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jan 6, 2026 — Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 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

V42 Equipment condition

2025 — 3 inspections2 violations · 2 high priority

Dec 4, 2025 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Jun 11, 2025 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Mar 13, 2025 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Moon River Cafe & Curiosities in Melbourne: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Moon River Cafe & Curiosities in Melbourne last inspected?: Moon River Cafe & Curiosities in Melbourne was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 28, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Moon River Cafe & Curiosities in Melbourne?: The most frequently cited violations at Moon River Cafe & Curiosities in Melbourne are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health policy, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has Moon River Cafe & Curiosities in Melbourne had?: Moon River Cafe & Curiosities in Melbourne has had 6 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 1.2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Moon River Cafe & Curiosities in Melbourne find?: Moon River Cafe & Curiosities in Melbourne was most recently inspected on May 28, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Moon River Cafe & Curiosities in Melbourne ever been shut down?: No, Moon River Cafe & Curiosities in Melbourne has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.