Waterfall Restaurant in Vero Beach
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2227 14 Ave, Vero Beach, FL 32960Waterfall Restaurant in Vero Beach has been emergency-closed once, on January 23, 2024, for rodent activity. Over 21 inspections since 2016, the facility accumulated 87 violations, averaging 4.1 per inspection, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. However, recent inspections show escalating violations: 24 violations on January 28, 2026, 15 on July 25, 2025, and 9 on February 17, 2025. High-priority violations have been recurring, including handwashing and hand-washing facility violations cited in multiple recent inspections, food contact surface violations appearing in at least 5 inspections, time-as-control violations in 4 inspections, and management awareness violations in 3 inspections. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. Fire safety violations were documented on July 25, 2025 (scorch marks around an electrical outlet) and June 24, 2016 (missing portable fire extinguisher). The most recent inspection on January 28, 2026 found 24 violations and was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: January 23, 2024 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Waterfall Restaurant in Vero Beach: Comparison to Indian River County Averages
Waterfall Restaurant in Vero Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)
Waterfall Restaurant in Vero Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2024004785 | $400.00 | Jan 23, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Waterfall Restaurant in Vero Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Waterfall Restaurant in Vero Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Waterfall Restaurant in Vero Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Waterfall Restaurant in Vero Beach last inspected?
- Waterfall Restaurant in Vero Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 28, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Waterfall Restaurant in Vero Beach last shut down?
- Waterfall Restaurant in Vero Beach was last shut down on January 23, 2024 for rodent 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 Waterfall Restaurant in Vero Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Waterfall Restaurant in Vero Beach are: Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Waterfall Restaurant in Vero Beach had?
- Waterfall Restaurant in Vero Beach has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Waterfall Restaurant in Vero Beach find?
- Waterfall Restaurant in Vero Beach was most recently inspected on January 28, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Waterfall Restaurant in Vero Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Waterfall Restaurant in Vero Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
- Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- Has Waterfall Restaurant in Vero Beach had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Waterfall Restaurant in Vero Beach has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Waterfall Restaurant in Vero Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Waterfall Restaurant in Vero Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Waterfall Restaurant in Vero Beach been fined?
- Waterfall Restaurant in Vero Beach has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Waterfall Restaurant in Vero Beach operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Blue Star Bourbon Bar and Southern Kitchen (2016).
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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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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