TASTE OF THE ISLANDS

Name: TASTE OF THE ISLANDS
Address: 1851 PALM BAY RD NE UNIT 11, PALM BAY, FL, 32905, US
Rating: 50.3

1851 PALM BAY RD NE UNIT 11, PALM BAY, FL 32905

License #1507325

🌴 Cuban/Caribbean ℹ️

50.3 Grade F / 100

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Latest inspection

September 22, 2026 · 9 findings · 3 critical

Routine - Food

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TASTE OF THE ISLANDS in PALM BAY currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 50.3 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has been inspected 6 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on September 22, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 52 total violations — 13 critical, 8 major, 31 minor.

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The latest inspection on September 22, 2026 shows 9 observation rows: 3 critical, 2 major, and 4 minor.

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Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Ready-to-eat TCS food not properly date marked, working containers not labeled with common name, and menu disclosure issues for raw/undercooked foods.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food, food stored on the floor, food stored uncovered, and improper storage by minimum cooking temperature.
Employee personal beverage container in food prep area; employees handling food or clean equipment without washing hands first or after touching soiled surfaces.
Cutting boards, equipment, and storage in poor repair — cut marks, ice buildup, rust, missing handles on dispensing utensils.
Non-food-contact surfaces (gaskets, shelves, equipment exteriors, door handles) soiled with grease, debris, dirt, slime, or dust.
Handwash sinks used for non-handwashing purposes, blocked, or missing soap, paper towels, or signage.
Live insects, roach activity, rodent droppings, or other pest evidence; exterior door gaps that admit pests.
Floors, walls, and ceilings soiled with grease, food debris, dust, or in disrepair. Standing water on floor surfaces.
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Specific inspector observations for this inspection are in the official DBPR report at myfloridalicense.com.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[16-21-4] Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Top of dish machine soiled with debris.
[51-11-4] Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Two cylinders in old walk in cooler used for storage not chained or secured.
[24-14-4] Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Three knives stored between equipment.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Make table has torn gasket upper right door.
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave soiled with food debris.
[16-46-4] Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Clean pan lids with old labels on clean ware rack.
[33-34-4] Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Mop sink and water heater closet has spray bottles and other debris on floor. Mop sink has bag of insulation inside it.
[38-05-4] Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area. Lighting in hallway storage between front and kitchen out.
[33-06-4] Trash receptacles not provided where needed in establishment. No trash can in front service area, bottle caps and empty bottles on counters.
[33-31-5] Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Two door reach in cooler in front service area open with trash one gallon container inside.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop not stored to dry, on floor in front service area.
[22-41-4] Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. PPM at 10, bucket almost empty.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork stored over sliced ham and tortillas. In white reach in cooler.
[08A-20-5] Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Stainless steel house hold refrigerator has raw chicken over raw beef.
[35A-05-4] Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach, stepped on it.
[53B-13-5] 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. Samuel and Pablo have expired food handler training.
[29-28-4] Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturers instructions. Ice maker water filter dated March 2024.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[33-14-4] Dumpster overflowing garbage. Shared dumpster
[36-62-4] Light not functioning in the hood.
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink on the front
[35A-03-4] 15 Dead roaches on premises.
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
[36-51-4] Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Vent at the front counter hanging down.
[29-18-4] Drain cover(s) missing.
[16-46-4] Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
[25-05-4] Single-service articles improperly stored. Pizza boxes on the floor
[33-31-5] Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Old reach in cooler.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour in the kitchen and sugar at the front counter.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork over sauces in the reach in cooler. Raw eggs over tortillas.
[02C-01-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked chicken wings 10-5 found 11-6
[01B-13-4] Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Chicken dated 10-5 found 11-6
[01B-02-5] Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Fresh garlic in oil overnight 77F
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Fresh garlic in oil left out at room temperature. 78F
[41-17-4] Container containing toxic substance not labeled.
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink.
[53B-14-5] Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Samuel