Canteen @ Lowe's #2644 in Palm Bay

1166 Malabar Rd Se, Palm Bay, FL 32907

Overview

Canteen @ Lowe's #2644 in Palm Bay, FL has 2 FDACS food safety inspections on record with 6 violations.

2FDACS Insp.
6Violations

Last inspected FDACS: March 6, 2026

Canteen @ Lowe's #2644 in Palm Bay: FDACS Inspection History (2)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 1 inspection
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 4 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: CANDICE ATKINS

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected. Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector. UNATTENDED FOOD ESTABLISHMENT AT RETAIL INDUSTRY GUIDANCE and guidance for written vomit and diarrhea clean up provided.

Risk-Based Violations

2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 PfPf
Food establishment is missing direction to separate the contaminated area and clean step. Handout provided.
8-103.12(A) Establishment not in compliance with the special process approval granted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, or a required HACCP plan accepted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. 5K-4.0050(3)(a) and 8-103.12(A) PP
Food establishment does not have SPA, Certified food protection manager certificate posted with phone number, standard operating procedures available during inspection. No food establishment name, address, or phone number posted at pay station during inspection. COS: Food establishment name, address, and phone number posted during inspection. Handout provided. o
95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.
No certified protection manager certificate available during inspection.

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-601.11(C) Nonfood-contact surface of equipment has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris. 4-601.11(C)Repeat
Coolers: Old food debris build up on bottom of cooler where refrigerated foods are displayed. Build up of dust on outside of standing coolers.
— 1 inspection
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit· 2 violations· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: SYED KALEEM, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Person in charge: DANIEL HERNANDEZ

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected. Request# 5113554 Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must remit payment in full. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Follow the instructions on the portal page for payment processing. Payment by check or money order is also accepted, but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services,

Good Retail Practice Violations

55 The unattended food establishment does not have a sign readily visible at the automated payment station stating: (1) The name and mailing address of the business entity responsible for the establishment and to whom complaints and comments should be addressed. (2) The telephone number or other electronic contact information for the responsible business entity, when applicable. 5K-4.002(2)(f), F.A.C
Signage is missing from payment station with name, mailing address, and contact information.
99 The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12, F.S., 5K-4.020(2), F.A.C. The food establishment shall complete the permitting process within 10 days. Contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 for further assistance.
Food entity is operating without a valid food permit. Entity began operating on April, 2024. o

Canteen @ Lowe's #2644 in Palm Bay: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Canteen @ Lowe's #2644 in Palm Bay last inspected?
Canteen @ Lowe's #2644 in Palm Bay was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on March 6, 2026. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Canteen @ Lowe's #2644 in Palm Bay had?
Canteen @ Lowe's #2644 in Palm Bay has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Canteen @ Lowe's #2644 in Palm Bay find?
Canteen @ Lowe's #2644 in Palm Bay was most recently inspected by FDACS on March 6, 2026 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has Canteen @ Lowe's #2644 in Palm Bay had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Canteen @ Lowe's #2644 in Palm Bay has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Canteen @ Lowe's #2644 in Palm Bay?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Canteen @ Lowe's #2644 in Palm Bay are: 2-501.11: Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 Pf; 8-103.12(A): Establishment not in compliance with the special process approval granted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, or a required HACCP plan accepted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. 5K-4.0050(3)(a) and 8-103.12(A) P; 4-601.11(C): Nonfood-contact surface of equipment has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris. 4-601.11(C).

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