Tree of Life Cuban Bakery in Palm Bay
Last inspected:
1200 Malabar Rd Se Ste 2, Palm Bay, FL 32907Tree of Life Cuban Bakery in Palm Bay has accumulated 287 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.4 per visit. The facility operated under the name Tree of Life Cuban Food Corporation from 2016 to 2018. Fire inspections documented three citations for cooking equipment producing grease-laden vapors with no hood suppression system installed, a hazard cited across multiple years. The bakery has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $1,160 fine. Top recurring violations include improper ventilation, dirty multi-use utensils, and contaminated food contact surfaces.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Tree of Life Cuban Bakery in Palm Bay: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
This Facility
8.4
violations / inspection
8.4 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
Tree of Life Cuban Bakery in Palm Bay: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $1,160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2018058770 | $1,160.00 | Oct 2, 2018 | District 9 |
Tree of Life Cuban Bakery in Palm Bay: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Frying eggs on home flat grill - From follow-up inspection 2018-04-19:
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Frying eggs on home flat grill
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.- using a fryer without hood suppression
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Tree of Life Cuban Bakery in Palm Bay: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 1 inspection12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections36 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections18 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections37 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections31 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Tree of Life Cuban Bakery in Palm Bay: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Tree of Life Cuban Bakery in Palm Bay last inspected?
- Tree of Life Cuban Bakery in Palm Bay was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 16, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Tree of Life Cuban Bakery in Palm Bay?
- The most frequently cited violations at Tree of Life Cuban Bakery in Palm Bay are: Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Tree of Life Cuban Bakery in Palm Bay had?
- Tree of Life Cuban Bakery in Palm Bay has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Tree of Life Cuban Bakery in Palm Bay find?
- Tree of Life Cuban Bakery in Palm Bay was most recently inspected on March 16, 2026 with 14 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Tree of Life Cuban Bakery in Palm Bay ever been shut down?
- No, Tree of Life Cuban Bakery 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 V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- Has Tree of Life Cuban Bakery in Palm Bay had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Tree of Life Cuban Bakery in Palm Bay has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Tree of Life Cuban Bakery in Palm Bay faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Tree of Life Cuban Bakery in Palm Bay has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,160.00 in fines.
- How much has Tree of Life Cuban Bakery in Palm Bay been fined?
- Tree of Life Cuban Bakery in Palm Bay has been fined a total of $1,160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Tree of Life Cuban Bakery in Palm Bay operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Tree of Life Cuban Food Corporation (2016-2018).
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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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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