How many health inspections has SEBASTIAN SALTWATER had?

SEBASTIAN SALTWATER has had 23 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has SEBASTIAN SALTWATER ever been shut down?

No, SEBASTIAN SALTWATER has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at SEBASTIAN SALTWATER?

The most frequently cited violations at SEBASTIAN SALTWATER are: Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.

What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?

MANAGEMENT FAILURE: CDC data shows establishments without active managerial control have 3x more critical violations. The person in charge must demonstrate knowledge of foodborne illness prevention, HACCP principles, and Florida food safety law. Without oversight, violations go uncorrected, creating compounding risk of multi-pathogen outbreaks. Person in charge must be present during ALL hours of operation and must demonstrate knowledge of: foodborne illness risk factors, proper cooking temperatures, handwashing procedures, allergen management, and employee health policy. Must hold a valid Food Manager Certification per Florida Statute 509.039.

What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?

AIR QUALITY: Inadequate ventilation allows accumulation of grease-laden vapors, carbon monoxide, smoke, steam, and odors. Grease deposits on surfaces attract pests and create fire hazards. Poor ventilation promotes mold growth, which produces allergenic spores and mycotoxins. Carbon monoxide from gas equipment causes headaches, dizziness, and can be fatal at high levels. Provide adequate mechanical ventilation to remove cooking fumes, smoke, steam, and odors. Maintain hood systems with clean filters — degrease monthly. Ensure adequate makeup air to prevent negative pressure. Provide sufficient lighting: 50 foot-candles at food preparation surfaces, 20 foot-candles in equipment/utensil areas, 10 foot-candles in walk-ins and storage.

SEBASTIAN SALTWATER

1732 INDIAN RIVER DR, Sebastian, FL 32958

Indian River County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: CAPT'N BUTCHERS SEAFOOD LLC · License: SEA4105236

SEBASTIAN SALTWATER in Sebastian, FL has 23 inspections on record with 188 total violations (8.2 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

23Inspections

188Violations

0Closures

Data current as of April 9, 2025

Inspection History (23)

Apr 9, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 6, 2025 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

Aug 12, 2024 — Routine - Food· 8 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Basic Violations

V52 Personal cleanliness

Jan 31, 2024 — Routine - Food· 8 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Oct 3, 2023 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V12 Shell stock requirements

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Sep 26, 2023 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Dec 16, 2022 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V16 Proper cooking temps

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 29, 2022 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Mar 24, 2022 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Sep 16, 2021 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V23 Chemical properly stored

Sep 15, 2021 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jan 26, 2021 — Routine - Food· 11 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 31, 2020 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 28, 2020 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

May 6, 2020 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 22, 2019 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 20, 2019 — Routine - Food· 19 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Apr 30, 2019 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Apr 23, 2019 — Routine - Food· 19 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

V28 Water supply

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V38 Waste properly disposed

V41 Toilet facilities

Sep 26, 2018 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V24 Toxic substance control

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 30, 2018 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V24 Toxic substance control

V28 Water supply

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 26, 2018 — Routine - Food· 26 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

V28 Water supply

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 16, 2018 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

How Does This Facility Compare?

SEBASTIAN SALTWATER has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Indian River County average of 0.10 closures per facility. It has averaged 8.2 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.97.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has SEBASTIAN SALTWATER had?: SEBASTIAN SALTWATER has had 23 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has SEBASTIAN SALTWATER ever been shut down?: No, SEBASTIAN SALTWATER has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at SEBASTIAN SALTWATER?: The most frequently cited violations at SEBASTIAN SALTWATER are: Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.

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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.

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Last verified: April 9, 2025 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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