Maryland Fried Chicken in Vero Beach
Last inspected:
748 21 St, Vero Beach, FL 32960Maryland Fried Chicken in Vero Beach has accumulated 257 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.6 per visit, well above the county average. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. Inspections show a pattern of recurring compliance issues, with warnings issued in 2022 and 2023 for high-priority violations related to ventilation, food contact surfaces, and consumer advisories. An administrative complaint was recommended in 2025 following eight violations.
Most recent closure: August 25, 2021 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Maryland Fried Chicken in Vero Beach: Comparison to Indian River County Averages
This Facility
8.6
violations / inspection
8.6 violations per inspection
Indian River County Avg
6.33
violations / inspection
6.33 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Indian River County Avg
0.12
closures / facility
0.12 county average
Maryland Fried Chicken in Vero Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)
Maryland Fried Chicken in Vero Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2021041424 | $400.00 | Aug 25, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Maryland Fried Chicken in Vero Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections36 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections31 violations · 18 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Maryland Fried Chicken in Vero Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Maryland Fried Chicken in Vero Beach last inspected?
- Maryland Fried Chicken in Vero Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 18, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Maryland Fried Chicken in Vero Beach last shut down?
- Maryland Fried Chicken in Vero Beach was last shut down on August 25, 2021 for roach 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 Maryland Fried Chicken in Vero Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Maryland Fried Chicken in Vero Beach are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Maryland Fried Chicken in Vero Beach had?
- Maryland Fried Chicken in Vero Beach has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Maryland Fried Chicken in Vero Beach find?
- Maryland Fried Chicken in Vero Beach was most recently inspected on February 18, 2026 with 7 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Maryland Fried Chicken in Vero Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Maryland Fried Chicken in Vero 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 V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- Has Maryland Fried Chicken in Vero Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Maryland Fried Chicken in Vero Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Maryland Fried Chicken in Vero Beach been fined?
- Maryland Fried Chicken in Vero Beach has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
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