Banana River Cafe in Satellite Beach
Last inspected:
1301 S Patrick Dr, Satellite Beach, FL 32937Banana River Cafe in Satellite Beach has accumulated 283 violations across 35 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.1 per visit. The facility has never been shut down but faces a persistent compliance pattern marked by repeated warnings and callbacks, particularly for ventilation and food contact surface issues. A 2015 fire inspection documented cooking equipment with no hood suppression system. Top recurring violations include proper ventilation (30 citations), food contact surfaces (28), and consumer advisories (14).
Most recent closure: April 15, 2026 for fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Banana River Cafe in Satellite Beach: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
This Facility
8.3
violations / inspection
8.3 violations per inspection
Brevard County Avg
5.91
violations / inspection
5.91 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Brevard County Avg
0.17
closures / facility
0.17 county average
Banana River Cafe in Satellite Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)
Banana River Cafe in Satellite Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2026027154 | $400.00 | Apr 15, 2026 | Miami (Doral) |
Banana River Cafe in Satellite Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 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. Making pancakes
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.
Banana River Cafe in Satellite Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (38)
— 4 inspections30 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections32 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 4 inspections38 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections32 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections25 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Banana River Cafe in Satellite Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Banana River Cafe in Satellite Beach last inspected?
- Banana River Cafe in Satellite Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on June 17, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Banana River Cafe in Satellite Beach last shut down?
- Banana River Cafe in Satellite Beach was last shut down on April 15, 2026 for fly activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Banana River Cafe in Satellite Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Banana River Cafe in Satellite Beach are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Banana River Cafe in Satellite Beach had?
- Banana River Cafe in Satellite Beach has had 38 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Banana River Cafe in Satellite Beach find?
- Banana River Cafe in Satellite Beach was most recently inspected on June 17, 2026 with 7 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Banana River Cafe in Satellite Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Banana River Cafe in Satellite Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 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.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Banana River Cafe in Satellite Beach had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Banana River Cafe in Satellite Beach has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Banana River Cafe in Satellite Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Banana River Cafe in Satellite Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Banana River Cafe in Satellite Beach been fined?
- Banana River Cafe in Satellite Beach has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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