Lazy Turtle Riverfront in Palm Bay

Last inspected:

4445 Dixie Hwy, Palm Bay, FL 32905
Overview

Lazy 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.

34Inspections
443Violations
0Closures
$1,280in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Lazy Turtle Riverfront in Palm Bay: Comparison to Brevard County Averages

This Facility 13 violations / inspection 13 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

Lazy Turtle Riverfront in Palm Bay: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)

Total fines on record: $1,280.00

Disciplinary action history for Lazy Turtle Riverfront in Palm Bay
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement 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 (34)

— 2 inspections25 violations · 17 high priority
— 5 inspections43 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections40 violations · 28 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 6 inspections48 violations · 32 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections49 violations · 31 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections25 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections41 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections26 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection12 violations · 8 high priority

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 March 18, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
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 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 13 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 March 18, 2026 with 24 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
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 V01 (Management awareness) mean?
Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
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 V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
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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