THIRSTY BONES

THIRSTY BONES located in MERRITT ISLAND has undergone 3 health department inspections, achieving a 2.7/5 overall safety rating. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

Last inspection: 3 weeks ago · 3 reports on file

221 CROCKETT BLVD

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★½☆☆ (2.7/5)
Based on 3 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

3/25/2026· 3w ago

Visit ID: 10922594

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 high, 4 int, 3 basic

  • 22-20-5: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 Repeat Violation
  • 32-12-6:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Women's restroom near dart boards
  • 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of single service cups on the floor in dry storage room
  • 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker installed at mop sink
  • 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Charles Price 8/24/20
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun tips are soiled
  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning
  • 53B-01-5: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

4/24/2025· 11mo ago

Visit ID: 8727264

Met Inspection Standards

3 int, 2 basic

  • 22-20-5: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
  • 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. 3 out of 4 do not fully close under own weight
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Being used as dump sink
  • 53B-14-5: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:Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date on filter for ice machine

3/8/2024· 2y 1mo ago

Visit ID: 8349034

Met Inspection Standards

1 int, 2 basic

  • 14-05-4:Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Cardboard lining shelves in walk in cooler
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Soda bib boxes and water bottles stored on the floor in kitchen
  • 53B-14-5: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 employee certificates expired