Youngs Buffet in Palm Bay
Last inspected:
4700 Babcock St Ne #27, Palm Bay, FL 32905Young's Buffet in Palm Bay has averaged 14.1 violations per inspection across 28 inspections, nearly triple the statewide average of 5.2, with persistent high-priority violations documented across multiple operational areas. Employee health policy violations appeared in 9 of the last 8 inspections, proper hand and arm washing violations in 7 of the last 8, chemical storage violations in 6 of the last 8, and food contact surface violations in 5 of the last 8, indicating systemic management failures in basic food safety practices. The facility received a Warning Issued disposition on July 28, 2023 after an inspection documented 8 high-priority violations including management awareness, toxic substance control, chemical storage, consumer advisory, time as a control measure, and proper cooking temperatures. A single disciplinary action resulted in a $100 fine. Fire safety violations were documented in 2017, citing use of cooking equipment producing grease-laden vapors and smoke without proper hood suppression system installation. The most recent inspection on February 18, 2026 found 21 violations (1 high-priority, 1 intermediate, 8 basic) and was completed with no further action.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Youngs Buffet in Palm Bay: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
This Facility
14.1
violations / inspection
14.1 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
Youngs Buffet in Palm Bay: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $100.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2017044388 | $100.00 | Jul 25, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Youngs Buffet in Palm Bay: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (5)
— 4 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 45-04-4 · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-07-24: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Small portable fryer Mongolian grill area call Ron BIley fire inspector City of Palm Bay-leave message **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection on 2017-07-25: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Small portable fryer Mongolian grill area call Ron BIley fire inspector City of Palm Bay-leave message **Repeat Violation**
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.
— Complaint Full · 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.
Small portable fryer Mongolian grill area call Ron BIley fire inspector City of Palm Bay-leave message **Repeat Violation**
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 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-01-26: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Spoke with Fire Marshall not able to have that small fryer in the Sushi bar area - From follow-up inspection on 2017-02-02: The small portable fryer is still in the sushi area
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.
Spoke with Fire Marshall not able to have that small fryer in the Sushi bar area
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./small portable fryer in sushi area called Ron Bailey Palm Bay fire Marshall-left message
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.
Youngs Buffet in Palm Bay: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections25 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections27 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections49 violations · 35 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections53 violations · 36 high priority
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 16 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections29 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 5 inspections49 violations · 24 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 18 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Youngs Buffet in Palm Bay: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Youngs Buffet in Palm Bay last inspected?
- Youngs Buffet in Palm Bay was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 18, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Youngs Buffet in Palm Bay?
- The most frequently cited violations at Youngs Buffet in Palm Bay are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Youngs Buffet in Palm Bay had?
- Youngs Buffet in Palm Bay has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 14.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Youngs Buffet in Palm Bay find?
- Youngs Buffet in Palm Bay was most recently inspected on February 18, 2026 with 10 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Youngs Buffet in Palm Bay ever been shut down?
- No, Youngs Buffet 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 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.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- Has Youngs Buffet in Palm Bay had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Youngs Buffet in Palm Bay has 5 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Youngs Buffet in Palm Bay faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Youngs Buffet in Palm Bay has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $100.00 in fines.
- How much has Youngs Buffet in Palm Bay been fined?
- Youngs Buffet in Palm Bay has been fined a total of $100.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Youngs Buffet in Palm Bay operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Young's Buffet (2016-2017).
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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).
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