Brevard County, FL, restaurants with the most violations in the last 30 days

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Several restaurants in Brevard County, Florida, were cited for numerous health code violations in recent inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation, raising some concerns about food safety standards in the area.

The following is a list of the restaurants with the most violations in Brevard County in the last 30 days.

Which Restaurants Have The Most Violations?

Topping the list is Gettin Crabby, located at 4391 Dixie Hwy NE in Palm Bay. During the May 1, 2024 inspection, it was cited for 17 health code violations and issued a warning, requiring a follow-up inspection.

The inspector found one high-priority violation and 6 Intermediate violations during the review.

Indian River Bar & Grill was also cited for 17 violations, following an inspection conducted on April 22, 2024. The restaurant, located at 5370 N Us Hwy 1 in Cocoa, was cited for 2 high-priority violations, but in the end, met inspection standards and was allowed to continue business as usual.

Meanwhile, Shark Pit Bar And Grill was third on the list with 15 violations. The restaurant received an emergency order recommending temporary closure on May 17, 2024.

On May 19, a second follow-up led to an emergency order callback time extension and cited for 10 violations. The inspector's note revealed that another follow-up inspection is required.

Other establishments with highlighted violations include Gators Dockside and The Chart House, both cited for 15 violations, as well as Kelsey's Pizza and Al Houda Inc, each with 14 violations.

Authorities are urging the restaurants to address the violations promptly and ensure compliance with food safety regulations to protect public health.

Restaurants with the Most Violations in the Last 30 Days:

1. Gettin Crabby (4391 Dixie Hwy NE, Palm Bay) - 17 Violations
   Inspection Date: May 1, 2024
   Disposition: Warning Issued and Follow-up Inspection Required
   
2. Indian River Bar & Grill (5370 N Us Hwy 1, Cocoa) - 17 Violations
   Inspection Date: April 22, 2024
   Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
   
3. Shark Pit Bar And Grill - 15 Violations
   Inspection Date: May 17, 2024
   Disposition: Emergency order recommended (Facility Temporarily Closed)
   Follow-up Inspection Date: May 19, 2024
   Disposition: Emergency Order Callback Time Extension (Follow-up Inspection Required)
   
4. Gators Dockside - 15 Violations
   Inspection Date: May 16, 2024
   
5. The Chart House - 15 Violations
   Inspection Date: April 29, 2024
   
6. Kelsey's Pizza - 14 Violations
   Inspection Date: May 8, 2024
   
7. Al Houda Inc - 14 Violations
   Inspection Date: April 24, 2024
   
8. Piezano Pizzeria - 13 Violations
   Inspection Date: May 13, 2024
   
9. Malabar Mo's - 13 Violations
   Inspection Date: May 2, 2024
   
10. Krystal - 13 Violations
    Inspection Date: April 29, 2024

NOTE: Please note that an inspection report, per the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation, provides a snapshot of the conditions observed during the inspection. It's essential to recognize that the number of violations noted during an assessment may vary on different days, and a single review may only partially represent the all-around, long-term conditions at the establishment.