CAPE CANAVERAL, Brevard County

RUSTY'S SEAFOOD & OYSTER BAR

628 GLEN CHEEK DR, CAPE CANAVERAL, FL 329204502

FoodSeating
Latest violations
5
1 High Priority
Apr 2, 2026
City
CAPE CANAVERAL
County
Brevard
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
16

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Apr 2, 2026

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Basic: 4Total: 5

03A-02-5

Detail 24487613

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top reach-in cooler on service line shucked raw oysters (56F - Cold Holding). Stored above fill line of unit Repeat Violation

36-01-4

Detail 24487612

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Walk-in freezer

22-13-5

Detail 24487615

Basic - Iced tea dispenser not cleaned at least once every 24 hours. Spouts for tea dispensers are soiled Repeat Violation

10-18-5

Detail 24487614

Basic - In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses. Knife stored in sanitizer on cook line. Operator removed Corrected On-Site

10-07-4

Detail 24487611

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Knife stored in standing water at 95°F in prep area. Operator removed Corrected On-Site

Nov 12, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 4Basic: 5Total: 10

03A-02-5

Detail 24185580

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top at reach-in cooler raw shucked oysters (47F - Cold Holding). Stored on plate over fill line of unit. Operator moved to refrigeration Corrective Action Taken

22-02-4

Detail 24185571

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun behind interior bar is soiled. Surface area surrounding dispenser nozzles at soda machine next to interior bar has an accumulation of mold like substances. Repeat Violation

31A-11-4

Detail 24185578

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used as dump sink for coffee at service station behind restrooms

53B-14-5

Detail 24185577

Intermediate - 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.

29-28-4

Detail 24185572

Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Filter for exterior ice machine last serviced in October 2024

22-20-5

Detail 24185573

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substances behind deflector plate. Iced drink maker at exterior bar has an accumulation of mold like substance surrounding dispenser chute Repeat Violation

36-24-5

Detail 24185574

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Corner of interior bar

22-13-5

Detail 24185575

Basic - Iced tea dispenser not cleaned at least once every 24 hours. Heavy buildup of residues in dispenser nozzle of iced tea containers on exterior deck. Operator stated that they are cleaned weekly.

23-03-4

Detail 24185576

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Door partitions for walk-in coolers are soiled. Walk-in cooler shelves are soiled.

29-49-6

Detail 24185579

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Under beer taps at tiki bar

Jun 20, 2025

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 5

22-41-4

Detail 23834002

High Priority - 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. 0ppm. Operator replaced source container. 50ppm Corrected On-Site

01B-13-4

Detail 23834001

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Employee dropped 2 cases of oysters on the floor

22-02-4

Detail 23834000

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Dispenser chute of iced drink maker at exterior bar. Soda gun soiled behind the bar Repeat Violation

22-20-5

Detail 23834003

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Exterior Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substance behind the deflector plate

28-02-4

Detail 23834004

Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Employee dumped a black bucket of unidentified substances into storm drain in parking lot

May 21, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 3Total: 6

01B-13-4

Detail 23785237

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fully thawed raw tuna in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements

22-02-4

Detail 23785236

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of iced drink makers are soiled Repeat Violation

31A-11-4

Detail 23785238

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. On service line is being used as a dump sink. Ice in well. Staining from dumping tea

36-34-5

Detail 23785240

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles over cook line has an accumulation of dust

06-09-1

Detail 23785241

Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Fully thawed raw tuna in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements

12B-07-4

Detail 23785239

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Multiple drinks on shelves over working areas. Oper moved Corrected On-Site

Mar 17, 2025

Routine - Food

Emergency order recommended

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 2Basic: 8Total: 13

35A-02-7

Detail 23634951

High Priority - Live, small flying insects found Observed live flying insects; At exterior tiki bar 27 At interior bar 33 Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

01B-13-4

Detail 23634948

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substance behind the deflector plate dripping onto ice.

41-10-4

Detail 23634960

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical sanitizing wipes stored on shelf over service window and on boxes of gloves. Chemical sterno candles stored over case of single service lids in dry storage room. Operator moved Corrected On-Site

22-02-4

Detail 23634957

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Surface area surrounding dispenser nozzles of soda machines at interior service stations has n accumulation of mold like substance. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

02B-01-5

Detail 23634959

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Seared tuna for tacos on main menu are not marked. Operator marked all menus Corrected On-Site

22-20-5

Detail 23634952

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substance behind the deflector plate dripping onto ice. SEE STOP SALE

12B-07-4

Detail 23634949

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Multiple shelves and prep tables in kitchen. Operator moved Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

13-03-4

Detail 23634953

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook put on hat Corrected On-Site

14-11-5

Detail 23634958

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets on reach in coolers in kitchen

36-22-4

Detail 23634950

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on the floor beneath equipment at tiki and interior bars

31B-04-4

Detail 23634954

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand wash sink in service station behind restrooms. Operator posted Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 23634955

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler shelves have an accumulation of mold like substance

08B-17-4

Detail 23634956

Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed mushrooms on shelf above ready to eat foods in walk in cooler. Operator moved Corrected On-Site

Mar 17, 2025

Routine - Food

Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 7, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 4, 2024

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 4Total: 7

35A-02-6

Detail 23228745

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 8 live flying insects in dish and shucking areas Warning

22-02-4

Detail 23228747

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Dispenser chutes for tropics drink machines at each bar have an accumulation of mold like substance. Surface area surrounding dispenser nozzles at interior soda machine has an accumulation of mold like substance Repeat Violation

31A-11-4

Detail 23228742

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink at exterior bar used as dump sink. Ice in well

12B-07-4

Detail 23228744

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks on cutting table, shelf over make line, in reach in cooler. Operator moved Corrected On-Site

13-04-4

Detail 23228746

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook put on restraint Corrected On-Site

24-08-4

Detail 23228743

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Stacked cups in service stations have evidence of wet nesting Repeat Violation

29-17-4

Detail 23228741

Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. At exterior bar

Jun 17, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 3Basic: 6Total: 11

22-43-4

Detail 22932606

High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple sink at interior bar area has less than 150 ppm. Operator drain to remake Corrective Action Taken

03A-02-5

Detail 22932608

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler near beer walk in cooler seared tuna (50F - Cold Holding) operator put bags of ice on all items in cooler Corrective Action Taken

02C-03-5

Detail 22932607

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk in reach in cooler held for 3 days according to operator. Operator date marked Corrected On-Site

22-02-4

Detail 22932613

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Dispenser chutes for each ice drink makers have an accumulation of a mold like substance Repeat Violation

02B-01-5

Detail 22932611

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. No consumer advisory on seared tuna, and raw oysters marked on menus. Operator had employee mark all menus Corrected On-Site

22-20-5

Detail 22932610

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Mold like substance on interior surfaces Repeat Violation

13-03-4

Detail 22932614

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee had no hair restraint in kitchen. Operator gave the employee a hair net Corrected On-Site

24-08-4

Detail 22932609

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Evidence of wet nesting on stacked cups and stacked pans

14-69-4

Detail 22932604

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup on floor of walk in freezer near dishwasher area

10-18-5

Detail 22932612

Basic - In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses. On cook line near fryer knife stored in sanitizer bucket. Operator removed Corrected On-Site

22-16-4

Detail 22932605

Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Accumulation of mold like substance on shelves in walk in cooler

Oct 25, 2023

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 6Total: 9

08A-05-6

Detail 22393970

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw oysters stored over sealed case of shucked pasteurized oysters. Operator moved Corrected On-Site

01C-03-4

Detail 22393976

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Multiple dates missing

22-02-4

Detail 22393969

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Surface area surrounding dispenser nozzles of soda machine has an accumulation of mold like substance. Dispenser chutes of ice dispenser at soda machines and dispenser chutes of slush makers for bar drinks have an accumulation of mold like substance. Underside of beer tower at tiki bar has an accumulation of mold like substance Repeat Violation

22-20-5

Detail 22393975

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substance behind the deflector plate. Ice bin of soda machine has an accumulation of mold like substance in upper rear interior corners

14-11-5

Detail 22393971

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on multiple reach in coolers

14-38-4

Detail 22393974

Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Multiple cracked containers and lids on drying racks Repeat Violation

08B-52-4

Detail 22393973

Basic - Food stored under dripping water line. In walk in cooler. Condenser line is dripping onto wrapped and covered raw fish. Operator moved Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 22393968

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Surface area surrounding hoods over cook line have an accumulation grease dripping Repeat Violation

25-05-4

Detail 22393972

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of single service gloves and cases of single service Togo cups stored on the floor in dry storage areas. Operator moved Corrected On-Site

Jul 14, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 3Basic: 7Total: 10

22-02-4

Detail 22122754

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Surface area surrounding dispenser nozzles of soda machines have an accumulation of mold like substance. Tropics mixology machine at exterior bar has an accumulation of mold like substance in dispenser chute. Repeat Violation

31B-03-4

Detail 22122747

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At kitchen entrance nearest host stand. Operator restocked Corrected On-Site

53B-14-5

Detail 22122750

Intermediate - 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. Unable to locate updated certificates for staff members whom expired in May

36-34-5

Detail 22122753

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout kitchen and service areas. Accumulation of dust

32-12-5

Detail 22122746

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Center stall

24-08-4

Detail 22122745

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.

14-38-4

Detail 22122752

Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. On storage shelves

08B-38-4

Detail 22122751

Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of chips stored on the floor in dry storage room. Operator moved Corrected On-Site

14-69-4

Detail 22122748

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer floor

23-03-4

Detail 22122749

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Condenser fan covers in walk in cooler has an accumulation of dust. Hanging partitions for walk in cooler are soiled Repeat Violation

Jan 4, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 5Total: 9

08A-05-6

Detail 21672422

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In seafood walk in cooler. Raw calamari in pan stored over bagged ready to eat clam strips. Operator moved Corrected On-Site

03A-02-5

Detail 21672417

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler on cook line next to fryers. wings (58F - Cold Holding); calamari (51F - Cold Holding). Wings left on counter top. Calamari is stocked above the fill line of unit. Operator moved products into refrigeration

22-02-4

Detail 21672416

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Surface area surrounding dispenser nozzles of soda machine has an accumulation of mold like substance. Operator cleaned during inspection Corrected On-Site

31A-11-4

Detail 21672419

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Filling containers at sink on cook line

14-01-5

Detail 21672420

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic Togo container used as scoop on cook line. Corrected On-Site

13-04-4

Detail 21672418

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Multiple employees not wearing beard restraints. Put on beard nets Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 21672421

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Condenser fan covers in walk in cooler have an accumulation of dust

25-05-4

Detail 21672415

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of cups stored on the floor in dry storage room

02D-01-5

Detail 21672414

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. White granular substance removed from original packaging is not labeled identifying by common name. Operator labeled Corrected On-Site

Aug 10, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 4Total: 7

02C-01-5

Detail 21264677

High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Shredded mozzarella dated 7/31/22 today is 8/10/22.

01B-24-5

Detail 21264672

High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Shredded mozzarella dated 7/31/22 today is 8/10/22.

31A-09-4

Detail 21264678

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Container of single service items. Corrected On-Site

22-20-5

Detail 21264676

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Tiki bar ice machine . Repeat Violation

24-05-4

Detail 21264674

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

24-08-4

Detail 21264675

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Several pans on

14-38-4

Detail 21264673

Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Plastic pan. Corrected On-Site

Jan 6, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 4Total: 4

22-20-5

Detail 20765935

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine by tiki Repeat Violation

14-36-5

Detail 20765934

Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. 2 door reach in freezer.

23-03-4

Detail 20765932

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.. Curtain on walk in cooler. Corrected On-Site

29-17-4

Detail 20765933

Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Inside bar. Repeat Violation

Jul 8, 2021

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 4Basic: 4Total: 8

08A-05-6

Detail 20323334

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over raw shrimp Corrected On-Site - From follow-up inspection 2021-07-08: Time Extended

01B-02-5

Detail 20323335

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Raw shrimp 46° - From follow-up inspection 2021-07-08: Time Extended

03A-02-5

Detail 20323338

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw shrimp 46° - From follow-up inspection 2021-07-08: Time Extended

03B-01-6

Detail 20323340

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Mashed potatoes 126° placed to reheat. recheck 138-154° Corrected On-Site - From follow-up inspection 2021-07-08: Time Extended

22-20-5

Detail 20323337

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine shield. - From follow-up inspection 2021-07-08: Time Extended

36-34-5

Detail 20323336

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Cookline - From follow-up inspection 2021-07-08: Time Extended

31B-04-4

Detail 20323333

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Outside front bar. - From follow-up inspection 2021-07-08: Time Extended

29-17-4

Detail 20323339

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Tiki bar Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2021-07-08: Time Extended

Jul 7, 2021

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 5Basic: 4Total: 9

35A-02-6

Detail 20320395

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 10 flying insects near beer taps at bar. Warning

08A-05-6

Detail 20320397

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over raw shrimp Corrected On-Site

01B-02-5

Detail 20320398

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Raw shrimp 46°

03A-02-5

Detail 20320396

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw shrimp 46°

03B-01-6

Detail 20320399

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Mashed potatoes 126° placed to reheat. recheck 138-154° Corrected On-Site

22-20-5

Detail 20320392

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine shield.

36-34-5

Detail 20320393

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Cookline

31B-04-4

Detail 20320394

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Outside front bar.

29-17-4

Detail 20320391

Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Tiki bar Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation