THIRD CULTURE KITCHEN
THIRD CULTURE KITCHEN is one of Central Florida's sharpest contradictions: 4.5 stars from 2,027 diners, and an F health grade from the state. People plainly love the food. The inspection report tells a rougher story.
By health score it sits safer than 3% of Brevard County restaurants we grade — among the riskier kitchens in the county. The grade reflects 3 high-priority, 2 intermediate, and 13 basic violations at its last inspection on January 12, 2026. Safer, higher-graded picks nearby are listed below.
Loved (4.5★) but failing (F, 57/100) · safer than 3% of Brevard County
Get directions Call (321) 225-4103
Safer options nearby
Higher-graded restaurants close to THIRD CULTURE KITCHEN, by Florida DBPR grade:
- SUBWAY 10827
Restaurant details
- Health grade
- F (57/100)
- Violations
- 18 total — 3 high-priority, 2 intermediate, 13 basic
- Address
- 1000 CHENEY HWY, Titusville, FL
- Cuisine
- Mexican
- Categories
- Mexican restaurant, Asian restaurant, Fusion restaurant, Greek restaurant, Restaurant, Vegan restaurant
- Price
- $10–20
- Rating
- 4.5 stars (2027 reviews)
- Neighborhood
- Indian River Heights
- Seats
- 150
- Phone
- (321) 225-4103
- Website
- Official website
Community Rating
Reviews via GoogleWhat diners say — our read
This is the pattern the site exists to surface: strong reviews, weak inspection. Front-of-house tends to be raised approvingly here, averaging 5.0 stars.
No one in this corpus comments on the state of the room at all. 27 of 27 rated reviews are four stars or higher; 0 are two or lower. The single most common rating left here is 5 stars (26 of 27).
The inspection record is the harder read. DBPR graded this kitchen an F (57/100) on 3 high-priority, 2 intermediate, and 13 basic violations — a verdict the review average does not reflect. The visit behind that grade was January 12, 2026. That puts it ahead of 3% of graded kitchens in Brevard County. For specifics, the last inspection cited food from approved source and potentially hazardous foods properly thawed.
The practical read: people enjoy eating here, and the kitchen still failed its last inspection. Those are separate claims, and only the second one gets checked by anybody. The reviews themselves follow, unedited and newest first.
Our own analysis of 27 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →
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The food is unique and delicious. Amazing chips and salsa. Definitely worth it.
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Caleb was great! Very attentive, but not intrusive, funny, and kind. We’d love to have him as a server again! Allowed us to have a mini get together at Third Culture!
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Great Korean and Mexican fusion. Everything has been very well executed. Good portions and flavors. Been back several times. Hidden gem in Titusvillle!
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Im from NYC & dread coming to this part of the country when I need to visit family. A vegans diamond in the rough. Trendy, thoughtful menu & drinks.
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Caleb was the best. Really good food
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Our server was amazing he was very helpful and kind we loved it!!! I would tell anyone who was looking for a place to eat to come here!
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Food was really good loved are server Calebplace had great service good types of food five stars
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Our server Caleb was great!
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Caleb was an amazing waiter. Service was quick and responsive and he was just a bright spot of our visit. I had that Poke bowl and the avocado whip was delicious and the tuna was fresh. Will definitely be back.
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Kaleb provided great and attentive service. Will definitely be back to this restaurant.
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Our server Caleb was awesome! Will definately be back!
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Scratch kitchen and absolutely delicious. We had the coconut bowl, Bravo tacos and the hibachi bowl... everyone loved their dishes. Our waiter (Caleb) was the best!!
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Food was great. And our server Caleb was amazing.
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Food was great…. reasonably priced And our server, Caleb was awesome Highly recommend
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Great place! Really good food. We will be going back.
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Caleb was awesome!
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Food was amazing. Caleb was a great server.
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This place was great!! Had the Korean Fried Shrimp Bao! Caleb was an enjoyable/entertaining waiter.
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We had (as always) an amazing meal here. Out server Caleb was kind and attentive and especially nice to my aunt whose birthday it was. We come her regularly (monthly) and can always count on e fabulous meal and great service.
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Always a hit if you're in the mood for something new with a flavor explosion.
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I went for Taco Tuesday. Great tacos and drink specials. Even better prices. I recommend it.
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Everything was great. Caleb was very attentive!
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Caleb was absolutely amazing. Service was the best I have always had here before!!!
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Food is just wonderful here and the sever Caleb was great ! Great eye candy too
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Caleb was fantastic! Definitely will be back!
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Caleb was an awesome, friendly server! Great service and good!
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As always such a good experience and great food! One of my most favorite restaurants in town! Such an interesting mix of cultures in food! Love everything on the menu and the staff are attentive and kind!
Overall Score
42 / 100
Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 11 AM to 9 PM
- Tuesday
- 11 AM to 9 PM
- Wednesday
- 11 AM to 9 PM
- Thursday
- 11 AM to 9 PM
- Friday
- 11 AM to 10 PM
- Saturday
- 11 AM to 10 PM
- Sunday
- 11 AM to 9 PM
Inspection history
The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.
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January 12, 2026 · Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
3 high-priority · 2 intermediate · 13 basic
- 01 — Food from approved source; safe, unadulterated, sound condition
- 06 — Potentially hazardous foods properly thawed
- 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
- 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×3)
- 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
- 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized (×2)
- 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
- 24 — Storage & handling of clean equipment and utensils; air drying
- 25 — Single-service and single-use items (×2)
- 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention (×2)
- 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
- 40 — Employee personal belongings
- 41 — Chemicals / toxic substances properly stored & used
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August 11, 2025 · Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
9 high-priority · 2 intermediate · 8 basic
- 01 — Food from approved source; safe, unadulterated, sound condition (×2)
- 02 — Consumer advisory, date-marking & labeling of ready-to-eat foods
- 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
- 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
- 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
- 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
- 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized (×3)
- 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
- 24 — Storage & handling of clean equipment and utensils; air drying
- 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention (×3)
- 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
- 41 — Chemicals / toxic substances properly stored & used (×2)
- 51 — Other conditions of sanitary & safe operation
This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →
Data last updated: January 12, 2026