Lemon Tree in Vero Beach
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3125 Ocean Drive, Vero Beach, FL 32963Lemon Tree in Vero Beach has accumulated 265 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.8 per visit. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $680 in fines. Recent inspections show a pattern of repeated high-priority violations, with three warnings issued in 2022, 2025 (June), and 2025 (November), followed by callback inspections where the facility achieved compliance. Top recurring violations involve proper ventilation, food contact surfaces, and shell stock requirements.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Lemon Tree in Vero Beach: Comparison to Indian River County Averages
This Facility
9.7
violations / inspection
9.7 violations per inspection
Indian River County Avg
6.33
violations / inspection
6.33 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Indian River County Avg
0.12
closures / facility
0.12 county average
Lemon Tree in Vero Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $680.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2023017850 | $520.00 | Jan 4, 2023 | Tampa | |
| 4--2019053049 | $160.00 | Aug 27, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Lemon Tree in Vero Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 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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— 3 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections24 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections29 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections25 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections26 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Lemon Tree in Vero Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Lemon Tree in Vero Beach last inspected?
- Lemon Tree in Vero Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 29, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Lemon Tree in Vero Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Lemon Tree in Vero Beach are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Lemon Tree in Vero Beach had?
- Lemon Tree in Vero Beach has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Lemon Tree in Vero Beach find?
- Lemon Tree in Vero Beach was most recently inspected on April 29, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Lemon Tree in Vero Beach ever been shut down?
- No, Lemon Tree in Vero Beach 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 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.
- Has Lemon Tree in Vero Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Lemon Tree in Vero Beach has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $680.00 in fines.
- How much has Lemon Tree in Vero Beach been fined?
- Lemon Tree in Vero Beach has been fined a total of $680.00 across 2 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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