Estampa Gaucha
Last inspected: Dec 9, 2025
47
Score
Inspectors have visited Estampa Gaucha eight times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Dec 9, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
Looking across the full record, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
That's lower than the typical Melbourne restaurant, which scores around 84. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
8
Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 9, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Spray hose at mop sink lower than flood rim of sink. **Corrected On-Site**
29-37-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice 133f hot holding. Will reheat Reheated to 177f **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
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. Oppm. Operator will call to get fixed. Will sanitize in triple sink till fixed Dishwasher in kitchen and at bar
22-41-4
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. Dirca, Gislene and Ingrid
53B-14-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer
14-69-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cucumbers walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Sherbet
08B-12-5
47
Apr 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Behind slicer guard **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Light not functioning. 1 light under hood not functioning
36-62-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License is current
50-09-4
82
Nov 20, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 13, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
52
Mar 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
82
Dec 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw chicken stored over ready-to-eat food, ice cream and empanadas **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in woman's bathroom **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times, hand wash sink in bar had box of straws and sugar salt holder in front of **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair: broken ice machine and Gaskets on the dessert station, walk-in cooler and standing reach-in cooler in prep station. Operator has put in a work order as of 11-15 and are still waiting for maintenance to repair. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-11-5
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored over prepped foods in the walk-in cooler
08B-17-4
64
Jun 2, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
27
Dec 20, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
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. 0 ppm with sanitizer connected. Manager called for service and will use 3 compartment sink to sanitize until corrected.
22-41-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Slicer blade guard, mixer head and can opener. Cleaned and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by cart and equipment. All moved. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towels provided. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
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. Multiple expired and current certificates. Inspector will recheck at next inspection.
53B-14-5
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease. Floor mixer.
23-03-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Estampa Gaucha last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Estampa Gaucha on file is from Dec 9, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Estampa Gaucha?
Across the inspection record, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Estampa Gaucha.
How does Estampa Gaucha compare to other restaurants in Melbourne?
Estampa Gaucha most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Melbourne average of 84.
Has Estampa Gaucha's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Estampa Gaucha have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Estampa Gaucha means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Estampa Gaucha inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Estampa Gaucha is inspected around three times per year on average.
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