Palm Bay — Food Safety Records
Palm Bay, Florida has 134 food establishments with 2,768 inspections on record. 4 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 91.8%, above the state average of 85.8%. Inspections average 6.4 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $400 assessed to Lazy Turtle Riverfront in Palm Bay on February 2, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Palm Bay Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Palm Bay
91.8%
Pass Rate
91.8%
Florida Average
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
Palm Bay
6.4
Avg Violations / Inspection
6.4
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Palm Bay
2.99
Closures per 100 Facilities
2.99
Florida Average
2
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
Palm Bay Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waffle House #806 | 5 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Thai Bayside | 14 | Warning Issued | |
| Mash Hoagies Pb | 7 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Arby's | 4 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Taco Bell 1323300 | 10 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Morel's Bar & Grill | 7 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Lulu's Fresh Corner | 5 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Kentucky Fried Chicken # 68 | 7 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Wings & Things | 8 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Jamrock Grill | 12 | Call Back - Complied |
Palm Bay Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 33,508 |
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 31,825 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 28,280 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 28,180 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 21,222 |
Palm Bay Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2, 2026 | Lazy Turtle Riverfront | $400 | 4--2026001107 |
| Oct 27, 2025 | China Moon Lin LLC | $400 | 4--2025072119 |
| Nov 18, 2025 | Shack Riverfront | $400 | 4--2025070734 |
| Mar 11, 2026 | Hong Kong Restaurant of Palm Bay INC | $200 | 4--2026014078 |
Palm Bay Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Cooking without hood suppression | 24 |
| Other fire safety violation | 16 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 14 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 9 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 5 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 1 |
Palm Bay: Notable Restaurants
Golden Corral of Palm Bay
39 inspections
442 violations
2 closures
Divine Grace Caribbean Restaurant
33 inspections
238 violations
2 closures
Shack Riverfront
48 inspections
505 violations
1 closures
Gss 10 INC Denny's 7017
39 inspections
331 violations
Taco Bell 1323300
28 inspections
132 violations
Arby's
9 inspections
24 violations
Palm Bay: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | 6 | 401 | 0 |
| Subway | 5 | 295 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 3 | 329 | 0 |
| Arbys | 2 | 141 | 0 |
| Wingstop | 2 | 8 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 2 | 170 | 0 |
| Burger King | 2 | 356 | 1 |
| Chick-fil-a | 1 | 118 | 0 |
| Dairy Queen | 1 | 22 | 0 |
| Holiday Inn | 1 | 33 | 0 |
Palm Bay Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Palm Bay?
- Palm Bay, Florida has 134 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Palm Bay?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Palm Bay is 91.8%. The Florida state average is 85.8%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Palm Bay this year?
- 4 food establishments in Palm Bay have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Palm Bay?
- The most frequently cited violations in Palm Bay are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Palm Bay?
- McDonalds has the most locations in Palm Bay with 6 establishments.
- How does Palm Bay compare to the Florida state average?
- Palm Bay has a pass rate of 91.8%, which is 6 percentage points above the state average of 85.8%. The average violations per inspection is 6.4 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Palm Bay?
- Food establishments in Palm Bay have an average of 20.7 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Palm Bay been assessed?
- Food establishments in Palm Bay have been assessed $22,070 in fines across 63 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $350 and the largest single fine was $1,280.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Palm Bay restaurants?
- 69 fire safety violations have been documented across 33 food establishments in Palm Bay. The most common issue is cooking without hood suppression.
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Palm Bay Restaurants & Food Establishments (134)
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1175 MALABAR RD NE, Palm Bay
15 inspections · 20 violations · Last: Sep 2025Home 2 by Hilton-palm Bay-i-95
1425 SPORTSMAN LANE, Palm Bay
9 inspections · 13 violations · Last: May 2026Bayside Lounge
3555 BAYSIDE LAKES BLVD UNIT 3, Palm Bay
6 inspections · 11 violations · Last: Mar 2026El Amate Restaurant
160 MALABAR RD STE 104, Palm Bay
2 inspections · 10 violations · Last: May 2026Chipotle Mexican Grill #5338
855 MALABAR RD, Palm Bay
3 inspections · 7 violations · Last: May 2026Jersey Mike's
9179 BABCOCK ST STE 107, Palm Bay
3 inspections · 7 violations · Last: Feb 2026Ncg Cinema
160 MALABAR RD SW STE 120, Palm Bay
5 inspections · 6 violations · Last: Nov 2025McDonalds Cypress Bay 43359
4655 ST JOHNS HERITAGE PKWY SE, Palm Bay
2 inspections · 5 violations · Last: May 2026Ice Cream Hut of Palm Bay
4870 BABCOCK ST NE #3, Palm Bay
3 inspections · 5 violations · Last: Dec 2025Wingstop
160 MALABAR RD STE 114, Palm Bay
5 inspections · 4 violations · Last: Jul 2026Wingstop
4700 BABCOCK ST NE STE 35 & 36, Palm Bay
2 inspections · 4 violations · Last: Aug 2025McDonald's #43360
110 ST JOHNS HERITAGE PKWY NW, Palm Bay
2 inspections · 2 violations · Last: Jun 2026Gelazzo
3450 BAYSIDE LAKES BLVD STE 111, Palm Bay
2 inspections · 2 violations · Last: Jun 2026Juici Patties
1153 MALABAR RD NE UNIT 1, Palm Bay
3 inspections · 2 violations · Last: Jun 2026