Shells of Melbourne in Melbourne
Last inspected:
1490 W New Haven Ave, Melbourne, FL 32904Part of: Shell Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Shells of Melbourne in Melbourne, Florida has accumulated 385 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 11.3 violations per visit. The facility was shut down once for fly activity and has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. Fire safety records document frayed and spliced electrical wires observed in 2018. In September 2025, inspectors initiated an enforcement action citing 36 violations with 8 high-priority items, followed by daily callbacks in early October where the facility achieved compliance.
Most recent closure: October 1, 2025 for fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Shells of Melbourne in Melbourne: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
This Facility
11.3
violations / inspection
11.3 violations per inspection
Brevard County Avg
5.94
violations / inspection
5.94 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Brevard County Avg
0.16
closures / facility
0.16 county average
Shells of Melbourne in Melbourne: Emergency Closure History (1)
Shells of Melbourne in Melbourne: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025072063 | $400.00 | Oct 1, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2018060537 | $200.00 | Sep 11, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Shells of Melbourne in Melbourne: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 47-01-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Observed frayed/spliced electrical wires. For reporting purposes only. Plug to sifter
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.
Shells of Melbourne in Melbourne: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections42 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency order recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections28 violations · 16 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections47 violations · 30 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Shells of Melbourne in Melbourne: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Shells of Melbourne in Melbourne last inspected?
- Shells of Melbourne in Melbourne was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Shells of Melbourne in Melbourne last shut down?
- Shells of Melbourne in Melbourne was last shut down on October 1, 2025 for fly 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 Shells of Melbourne in Melbourne?
- The most frequently cited violations at Shells of Melbourne in Melbourne are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Shells of Melbourne in Melbourne had?
- Shells of Melbourne in Melbourne has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Shells of Melbourne in Melbourne find?
- Shells of Melbourne in Melbourne was most recently inspected on January 5, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Shells of Melbourne in Melbourne ever been shut down?
- Yes, Shells of Melbourne in Melbourne has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Has Shells of Melbourne in Melbourne had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Shells of Melbourne in Melbourne has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Shells of Melbourne in Melbourne faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Shells of Melbourne in Melbourne has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Shells of Melbourne in Melbourne been fined?
- Shells of Melbourne in Melbourne has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 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).
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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