How many health inspections has El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay had?

El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay has had 0 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 0 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.

Has El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay ever been shut down?

No, El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.

Has El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay faced any disciplinary actions?

Yes, El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.

How much has El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay been fined?

El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

How many inspections has El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay had?

El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.

What did the most recent FDACS inspection of El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay find?

El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay was most recently inspected by FDACS on November 14, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).

Has El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?

No, El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.

El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay

2000 Palm Bay Rd Ne, Palm Bay, FL 32905

Brevard County · Food Service
Owner: El Fogon Venezuelan Grill INC
DBPR License: MFD1550376
FDACS Estab #: 397426

Overview

El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Melbourne is a Risk Level 1 food service establishment with two inspections on record. An FDA inspection on March 26, 2024 resulted in no violations. A subsequent permitting inspection on July 29, 2025 resulted in no violations. A follow-up permitting inspection on November 14, 2025 identified one intermediate priority violation: the establishment did not have written procedures for cleanup of vomit and diarrhea. The violation was noted as a repeat finding. The most recent inspection disposition was Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

0Inspections

0Violations

0Closures

$200in Fines

3FDACS Insp.

Last inspected FDACS: November 14, 2025

El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay: Comparison to Brevard County Averages

This Facility 0 violations / inspection 0 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

El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay
Action Date	Case Number	Fine	Violation Date	Enforcement Office
Oct 14, 2016	4--2016044304	$200.00	Jul 18, 2016	Miami (Doral)

El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay: FDACS Inspection History (3)

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.

2025 — 2 inspections

Nov 14, 2025 — Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 1 violation· Met Requirements

Inspector: LOGAN SAMUELSEN, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

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. Visited Establishment per request # 5144013 Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must meet all permitting requirements as specified in Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted and must be accompanied by an invoice. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Failure to meet all permitting requirements will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to suspend food activities.

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 PfPfRepeat

Establishment did not have any written procedures for cleanup of vomit and diarrhea. Vomit and diarrhea documentation provided

Jul 29, 2025 — Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements

Inspector: SYED KALEEM, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: Request# 5134571 Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must meet all permitting requirements as specified in Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted and must be accompanied by an invoice. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Failure to meet all permitting requirements will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to suspend food activities.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

2024 — 1 inspection

Mar 26, 2024 — FDA Inspection· Inspected

Inspector: MELISSA SAM, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III

Comments: A copy of this report has been provided to the person in charge of the food establishment and will be available online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov/Reports/SearchFoodEntity.aspx . MELISSA SAM, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay: Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay had?: El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay has had 0 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 0 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
Has El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay ever been shut down?: No, El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
Has El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay faced any disciplinary actions?: Yes, El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay been fined?: El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
When was El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay last inspected?: El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on November 14, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay had?: El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay find?: El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay was most recently inspected by FDACS on November 14, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?: No, El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at El Fogon Venezuelan Grill in Palm Bay?: The most frequently cited FDACS violations at El Fogon Venezuelan Grill 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.