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GALAXY BAR & GRILL

6100 N COURTENAY PKWY · MERRITT ISLAND · Brevard County · FL 32953

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateAugust 22, 2024
Inspection typeComplaint Full
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionWarning Issued
Resultfollow_up_required
Inspection number3493009
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID8857839
DBPR license1507229

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
2 High Priority9 Intermediate10 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical21 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

21 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

High Priority 2

#11High Priority08A-05-6

High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef on shelf over cooked wings in walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

Corrected On-SiteRepeat Violation
#12High Priority08A-17-6

High Priority – Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer – not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef stored over cheese curds in reach in freezer. Open containers **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site

Intermediate 9

#13Intermediate53A-03-7

Intermediate – Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Only certificate available expired 1/29/23

#14Intermediate31A-09-4

Intermediate – Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink to the right of triple sink is blocked by equipment **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#15Intermediate31A-11-4

Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink nearest to cook line is being used as prep sink **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#16Intermediate53A-01-7

Intermediate – Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**

Warning
#17Intermediate31B-02-4

Intermediate – No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink next to cook line and women's restroom **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#18Intermediate11-26-1

Intermediate – No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning**

Warning
#19Intermediate31B-03-4

Intermediate – No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink next to cook line **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#20Intermediate53B-13-5

Intermediate – Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Only 2 certificates available

#21Intermediate27-16-4

Intermediate – Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand wash sink to the right of triple sink has no water. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site

Basic 10

#1Basic22-20-5

Basic – Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Deflector plate inside of ice machine is visibly soiled

#2Basic32-04-4

Basic – Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both restrooms doors do not fully close under own weight

#3Basic24-05-4

Basic – Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket not inverted **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#4Basic50-09-4

Basic – Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

#5Basic40-06-5

Basic – Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee drink, cellphone and cigarettes on prep table in kitchen **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#6Basic36-73-4

Basic – Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Buildup of debris under equipment throughout kitchen

#7Basic08B-38-4

Basic – Food stored on floor. Bag of onions on the floor in keg walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

Corrected On-SiteRepeat Violation
#8Basic14-69-4

Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer across from fryers on cook line

#9Basic29-08-4

Basic – Plumbing system in disrepair. Men's urinal not functioning. Faucet at triple sink has steady drip from pipes

#10Basic25-06-4

Basic – Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Coffee filters and single use blue wiping cloths stored uncovered beneath service window **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

Corrected On-SiteRepeat Violation

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 26, 2026 12:27 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 8 · Food protection and cross-contamination
3 observation(s)
Category 11 · Employee health knowledge / ill employees
1 observation(s)
Category 14 · Food-contact and nonfood-contact surface design/maintenance
1 observation(s)
Category 22 · Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
1 observation(s)
Category 24 · Storage/handling of clean equipment and utensils
1 observation(s)
Category 25 · Single-service and single-use items
1 observation(s)
Category 27 · Safe water source and hot/cold water under pressure
1 observation(s)
Category 29 · Plumbing, mop sink, filters and backflow prevention
1 observation(s)
Category 31 · Handwash sinks, supplies and signage
4 observation(s)
Category 32 · Bathrooms
1 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
1 observation(s)
Category 40 · Employee personal belongings
1 observation(s)
Category 50 · Current license displayed
1 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
3 observation(s)

Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.