Skeebo's Rib Shack

2280 Harris Avenue Ne Suite 106, Palm Bay, FL 32905
American
Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk

The health department has logged 10 inspections at Skeebo's Rib Shack, the earliest from 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 16, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.

“Raw animal foods not properly separated” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Skeebo's Rib Shack scores about where you'd expect for a Palm Bay restaurant. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 16, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork chops over cooked turkey wings in reach in cooler 2. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clear plastic bins on drying rack wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Two ladles in water at 117f, operator discarded water and stored them dry. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler near ovens gaskets soiled with mold like substance.
23-03-4
74
Dec 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken wings over raw fish #2 reach in cooler **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked meatloaf and chicken cooler #2 **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
78
Apr 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef, over raw fish , over cooked chicken Items moved and placed in correct order by owner **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door of kitchen
35B-01-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket in reach in freezer
14-11-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plastic containers not inverted
24-05-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on prep table
14-09-4
70
Jan 23, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw Chicken over raw fish and raw pork. Owner moved items **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
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/ **Warning**
53A-03-7
78
Mar 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
64
Nov 15, 2023
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Sep 13, 2023
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef and ground sausages over commercial salads. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. **Warning**
12A-09-4
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 95F **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-05-5
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. *cooked chicken wings, meatloaf, pork chops, pulled pork **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - When operator asked to identify product used for specific item advertised on menu/menu board, operator indicated an imitation product or different product was used. Catfish and red snapper. Operator crossed out red on menu. Operator stated ordered catfish, invoice and box says swai. **Warning**
52-08-4
Basic - Clean wiping cloth supply not properly stored. On belt of apron **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-19-4
Basic - Shelves where clean dishes are stored soiled dust. **Warning**
23-03-4
43
Jun 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
58
Jan 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Skeebo's Rib Shack last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Skeebo's Rib Shack on file is from Apr 16, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Skeebo's Rib Shack?

Across the inspection record, “raw animal foods not properly separated” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Skeebo's Rib Shack.

How does Skeebo's Rib Shack compare to other restaurants in Palm Bay?

Skeebo's Rib Shack most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Palm Bay average of 76.

Has Skeebo's Rib Shack's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Skeebo's Rib Shack have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Skeebo's Rib Shack means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Skeebo's Rib Shack inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Skeebo's Rib Shack is inspected around three times per year on average.