Dolphins Waterfront Bar & Grill at Cape Crossing in Merritt Island
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310 Lagoon Way, Merritt Island, FL 32953Dolphins Waterfront Bar & Grill at Cape Crossing in Merritt Island has accumulated 110 violations across 13 inspections since January 2022, averaging 8.5 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. Employee health reporting violations, chemical storage failures, and hand-washing deficiencies recurred across multiple inspections, appearing as high-priority findings in at least 4 separate inspections. The facility received an administrative complaint recommendation on September 30, 2024 after an inspection documented improper cooking temperatures, employee health policy violations, management awareness gaps, and chemical storage failures. A fire safety violation was cited on February 18, 2025 for a propane tank larger than permitted capacity stored inside the building. One disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines was issued. The facility was warned on September 19, 2025 for 27 violations including employee health reporting, allergen awareness failures, and chemical storage deficiencies; a compliance inspection on September 30, 2025 found no violations. The most recent routine inspection on March 10, 2026 found 27 violations including two high-priority employee health reporting citations and was completed with no further action.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Dolphins Waterfront Bar & Grill at Cape Crossing in Merritt Island: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
Dolphins Waterfront Bar & Grill at Cape Crossing in Merritt Island: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2024071800 | $200.00 | Sep 30, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Dolphins Waterfront Bar & Grill at Cape Crossing in Merritt Island: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Dolphins Waterfront Bar & Grill at Cape Crossing in Merritt Island: Full Inspection History — DBPR (13)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Dolphins Waterfront Bar & Grill at Cape Crossing in Merritt Island: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Dolphins Waterfront Bar & Grill at Cape Crossing in Merritt Island last inspected?
- Dolphins Waterfront Bar & Grill at Cape Crossing in Merritt Island was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 10, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Dolphins Waterfront Bar & Grill at Cape Crossing in Merritt Island?
- The most frequently cited violations at Dolphins Waterfront Bar & Grill at Cape Crossing in Merritt Island are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Dolphins Waterfront Bar & Grill at Cape Crossing in Merritt Island had?
- Dolphins Waterfront Bar & Grill at Cape Crossing in Merritt Island has had 13 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Dolphins Waterfront Bar & Grill at Cape Crossing in Merritt Island find?
- Dolphins Waterfront Bar & Grill at Cape Crossing in Merritt Island was most recently inspected on March 10, 2026 with 10 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Dolphins Waterfront Bar & Grill at Cape Crossing in Merritt Island ever been shut down?
- No, Dolphins Waterfront Bar & Grill at Cape Crossing 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 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 Dolphins Waterfront Bar & Grill at Cape Crossing in Merritt Island had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Dolphins Waterfront Bar & Grill at Cape Crossing in Merritt Island has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Dolphins Waterfront Bar & Grill at Cape Crossing in Merritt Island faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Dolphins Waterfront Bar & Grill at Cape Crossing in Merritt Island has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Dolphins Waterfront Bar & Grill at Cape Crossing in Merritt Island been fined?
- Dolphins Waterfront Bar & Grill at Cape Crossing in Merritt Island has been fined a total of $200.00 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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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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