Two restaurants in Brevard County were ordered to close by health inspectors this week after failing to meet health and safety standards during routine inspections. The closures were announced by the Brevard County Health Department on Wednesday, though specific names of the establishments were not immediately released. Inspectors cited multiple violations, including improper food storage, unsanitary conditions, and failure to maintain required temperatures for refrigeration.
The health department said both restaurants were given a deadline to address the issues or face permanent closure. One restaurant was found to have rodent infestations, while the other had staff who did not follow proper handwashing protocols. Inspections are conducted regularly as part of the county's food safety program, which aims to protect public health.
Residents who frequent the affected restaurants were advised to avoid them until the issues are resolved. Health department officials emphasized that the closures were necessary to prevent potential foodborne illnesses. No immediate reports of illness linked to the restaurants were reported.
The closures come amid increased scrutiny of food establishments in the county following a spike in inspection violations last year. The health department has since ramped up inspections and issued more citations. Both restaurants are located in the Titusville area, though exact addresses were not disclosed in the initial announcement.