Lazy Turtle Riverfront in Palm Bay
Last inspected:
4445 Dixie Hwy, Palm Bay, FL 32905Lazy Turtle Riverfront in Palm Bay has accumulated 443 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 13 per visit. The facility has faced 4 disciplinary actions totaling $1,280 in fines. Recent enforcement shows a pattern of repeated compliance issues: inspectors issued warnings or administrative complaints in September 2023, March 2024, September 2024, March 2025, and March 2026, each followed by callback inspections. The most frequently cited violations involve food contact surfaces, multi-use utensil sanitation, and chemical storage.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Lazy Turtle Riverfront in Palm Bay: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
This Facility
13.2
violations / inspection
13.2 violations per inspection
Brevard County Avg
5.91
violations / inspection
5.91 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Brevard County Avg
0.17
closures / facility
0.17 county average
Lazy Turtle Riverfront in Palm Bay: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,280.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2026001107 | $400.00 | Sep 17, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2024023515 | $400.00 | Mar 7, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2023030262 | $200.00 | Mar 29, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2017009478 | $280.00 | Jan 9, 2017 | Orlando |
Lazy Turtle Riverfront in Palm Bay: Full Inspection History — DBPR (36)
— 4 inspections48 violations · 30 high priority
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Partial· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Partial· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections43 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections40 violations · 28 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 6 inspections48 violations · 32 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections49 violations · 31 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections25 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections41 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections26 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— 1 inspection12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Lazy Turtle Riverfront in Palm Bay: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Lazy Turtle Riverfront in Palm Bay last inspected?
- Lazy Turtle Riverfront in Palm Bay was last inspected by Florida DBPR on June 16, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Lazy Turtle Riverfront in Palm Bay?
- The most frequently cited violations at Lazy Turtle Riverfront in Palm Bay are: Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Lazy Turtle Riverfront in Palm Bay had?
- Lazy Turtle Riverfront in Palm Bay has had 36 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 13.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Lazy Turtle Riverfront in Palm Bay find?
- Lazy Turtle Riverfront in Palm Bay was most recently inspected on June 16, 2026 with 19 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Lazy Turtle Riverfront in Palm Bay ever been shut down?
- No, Lazy Turtle Riverfront in Palm Bay has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Lazy Turtle Riverfront in Palm Bay faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Lazy Turtle Riverfront in Palm Bay has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,280.00 in fines.
- How much has Lazy Turtle Riverfront in Palm Bay been fined?
- Lazy Turtle Riverfront in Palm Bay has been fined a total of $1,280.00 across 4 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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
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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