Flying Burro
Last inspected: Mar 10, 2026
41
Score
Across the available record, Flying Burro has 14 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 10, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around 11 violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been the most frequent reason, cited eight times.
The city-wide average sits at 84, which Flying Burro's 41 doesn't quite reach. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
14
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 10, 2026
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over bread cut vegetables. Walk in cooler
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Sink in prep room **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Several cooked items in walk in cooler **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. To go stored on floor
25-05-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Make table
29-49-6
Basic - Stored food not covered. Onions black beans and pico. Walk in cooler **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Onions dry storage Peppers and sauces walk in cooler **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored not inverted **Repeat Violation**
10-14-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Refrigerator **Repeat Violation**
05-09-4
41
Dec 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Rice **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over cooked pork. Walk in cooler
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. All cooked foods in walk in cooler
02C-02-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents dirty
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Limes, onions sauces. Walk in cooler
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored not inverted **Corrected On-Site**
10-14-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In refrigerator
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters and hood grease
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go containers on cook line **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing fish at room temperature. Still frozen educated **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Cooked chicken walk in cooler
08B-12-5
33
Sep 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored inverted **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: **Time Extended**
10-14-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
90
Aug 14, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over sauces. Walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Shell eggs over raw shrimp. Refrigerator **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pork, cooked ground beef , cooked chicken
02C-02-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-6
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket chest freezer
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Sauces walk in cooler **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Refrigerator
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Microwave handle Filter on ice machine **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Several cases on floor. To go containers **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
41
Jul 14, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 14 violations
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 walk in cooler
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof for trading for all employees working at time of inspection. Manager confirmed they have all been employed over 60 days **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used to scoop onions peppers refrigerator Cup used to scoop spices **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-6
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Sauces on floor walk in cooler
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored inverted **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-14-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Spatula handle in cooked ground beef. Walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket and door refrigerator Filter on ice machine **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.soda and Gatorade walk in cooler
12B-13-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. To go cups on floor
25-05-4
43
Feb 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
47
Sep 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Sent operator copy **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-06: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-06: **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn make table Gasket missing make table - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-06: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
82
Sep 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. All items in walk in cooler and walk in freezer Cooked rice 57f cold holding 20 lbs. cooked chicken 49 f cold holding. 8 lbs pico 50f cold holding. 2 qts. Milk 51f cold holding. 7 gallons cooked ground beef 81f cold holding. 30 lbs. cooked beef 60f cold holding. 30lbs. Cooked chicken 52f cold holding. 10 lbs shredded cheese 51f cold holding. 39 5lb bags shell eggs 51f ambient 1 case raw chicken 52f cold holding. 3 cases black beans 53f cold holding. 10 lbs raw beef eye 52 cold holding. 70 lbs . Raw ground beef 52f cold holding 10 lbs cooked chicken tenders 52f cold holding. 20 lbs imitation crab meat 52f cold holding. 15 lbs raw mahi 52f cold holding. 10 lbs. heavy cream 52f cold holding. 1 case
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked rice 57f cold holding 20 lbs. cooked chicken 49 f cold holding. 8 lbs pico 50f cold holding. 2 qts. Milk 51f cold holding. 7 gallons cooked ground beef 81f cold holding. 30 lbs. cooked beef 60f cold holding. 30lbs. Cooked chicken 52f cold holding. 10 lbs shredded cheese 51f cold holding. 39 5lb bags shell eggs 51f ambient 1 case raw chicken 52f cold holding. 3 cases black beans 53f cold holding. 10 lbs raw beef eye 52 cold holding. 70 lbs . Raw ground beef 52f cold holding 10 lbs cooked chicken tenders 52f cold holding. 20 lbs imitation crab meat 52f cold holding. 15 lbs raw mahi 52f cold holding. 10 lbs. heavy cream 52f cold holding. 1 case **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken and rice walk in cooler
02C-02-5
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. Sent operator copy **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In refrigerator **Corrected On-Site**
05-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under fryer **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Flour tortillas Soda syrup Sauces walk in cooler **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Walk in freezer not working operator had door open to walk in cooler from freezer. Has repair person scheduled
14-74-7
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn make table Gasket missing make table
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. By chest freezer
36-22-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters Gasket chest freezer Microwave shelf **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
32
Mar 14, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
39
Oct 25, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Reach in cooler kitchen area: Raw fish over ready to eat ham Raw streak over ready to eat veggies Raw chicken over ready to eat veggies Walk in cooler: Raw chorizo over cooked chicarrones Provided safe storage guide to operator to hang on fridge as reminder
08A-05-6
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. Opened milk in walk in cooler **Repeat Violation**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided for operator **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - Accumulation of black like substance in the interior of the ice machine, on white guard top of machine
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In back dry storage area
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated dust. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Two employees engaged in food prep no hat
13-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under fryers accumulated grease
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters accumulated grease White chest freezer gaskets soiled Walk in cooler gaskets soiled Exterior of fryers accumulated grease **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
47
May 23, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-23: **Time Extended**
02C-03-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Small reach in cooler for sauces **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-23: **Time Extended**
05-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters Outside microwave handle Gaskets reach in chest freezer **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-23: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
82
May 17, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning**
50-08-7
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Yellow rice 90f hot holding. Had rice in double pan. Reheated to 171f **Warning**
03B-01-6
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 **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. **Warning**
27-06-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents by walk in cooler **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets make table **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored not inverted **Warning**
10-14-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Small reach in cooler for sauces **Warning**
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters Outside microwave handle Gaskets reach in chest freezer **Warning**
23-03-4
39
Mar 16, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 2 half door upright cooler cooked beef 54f cold holding 3 days 30lb. Ground beef 53f cold holding. 6 days 22lbs cooked fish 55f cold holding. 10 lbs. cooked pork 54f cold holding. 15 lbs. raw chicken 53f 5 days 20 lbs raw pork 54f cold holding. 3 days 15 lbs **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-16: **Time Extended**
01B-02-5
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. Rice 112f hh. Reheated 171f **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-16: **Time Extended**
03B-01-6
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-16: **Time Extended**
50-08-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-16: **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 bottles **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-16: **Time Extended**
41-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Back room by dishwasher and cookline kitchen **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-16: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-16: **Time Extended**
13-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets sandwich cooler Gaskets freezer door 2 door upright cooler not cooling 59f cold holding **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-16: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Under fryer and grill **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-16: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-16: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Cookline Back dishwasher area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-16: **Time Extended**
38-07-4
39
Aug 30, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand towel in hand wash sink near fryers. Employee removed towel. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Water faucet on prep sink in kitchen area near fryer, water does not shut off all the way.
29-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Kitchen area, condensation dripping from vents.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling throughout behind front counter service area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Corner of wall between kitchen and dry stock, next to hand sink is damaged.
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on reach in freezer **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Flying Burro last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Flying Burro on file is from Mar 10, 2026. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Flying Burro?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Flying Burro.
How does Flying Burro compare to other restaurants in Melbourne?
Flying Burro most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Melbourne average of 84.
Has Flying Burro's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Flying Burro have averaged around 11 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Flying Burro 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 Flying Burro inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Flying Burro is inspected around four times per year on average.
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