Debbies Diner in Merritt Island
Last inspected:
118 E Merritt Island Cswy, Merritt Island, FL 32952Debbies Diner in Merritt Island has logged 22 inspections since July 2022, accumulating 131 violations—an average of 5.95 per inspection, slightly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. Employee health policy violations have been a persistent finding, cited in at least 8 inspections across the record. Hand washing and proper hand/arm washing violations appeared in multiple inspections as well. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $160 in fines. A fire safety violation was documented on February 24, 2025, when a portable fire extinguisher gauge was found in the red zone near the rear exit. The most recent inspection on March 2, 2026 resulted in 18 violations but was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Debbies Diner in Merritt Island: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
This Facility
6
violations / inspection
6 violations per inspection
Brevard County Avg
5.94
violations / inspection
5.94 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Brevard County Avg
0.16
closures / facility
0.16 county average
Debbies Diner in Merritt Island: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2026007999 | $160.00 | Oct 22, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Debbies Diner in Merritt Island: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Next to rear exit by men's restroom
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.
Debbies Diner in Merritt Island: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Debbies Diner in Merritt Island: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Debbies Diner in Merritt Island last inspected?
- Debbies Diner in Merritt Island was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 2, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Debbies Diner in Merritt Island?
- The most frequently cited violations at Debbies Diner in Merritt Island are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Employee health policy.
- How many health inspections has Debbies Diner in Merritt Island had?
- Debbies Diner in Merritt Island has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Debbies Diner in Merritt Island find?
- Debbies Diner in Merritt Island was most recently inspected on March 2, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Debbies Diner in Merritt Island ever been shut down?
- No, Debbies Diner in Merritt Island 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 V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- Has Debbies Diner in Merritt Island had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Debbies Diner in Merritt Island has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Debbies Diner in Merritt Island faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Debbies Diner in Merritt Island has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Debbies Diner in Merritt Island been fined?
- Debbies Diner in Merritt Island has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 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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