BEACH CLUB
5151 OCEAN BLVD, Sarasota FL 34242 · 941-349-6311
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 7 visits since March 2024
DEC 24
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AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cold holding reach in cooler top in kitchen:50F chicken wing, chicken tenders 64F, coconut shrimp 64F, lobster meat 60F, salsa 50F. Items placed in freezer.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.Observed dishmachine at 0 ppm after several attempts.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cold holding reach in cooler top in kitchen:50F chicken wing, chicken tenders 64F, coconut shrimp 64F, lobster meat 60F, salsa 50F. Items placed in freezer.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed.Observed sanitizer quaternary above 400ppm. Corrected to 200 with employee.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils in hand sink in bar area near kitchen. Operator removed.
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No plan review submitted and approved - operator added outside smoker. Must notify Plan Review at dhr.planreview@myfloridalicense.com within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. When notifying plan review please include file #288173
No soap provided at handwash sink.Observed no soap at kitchen hand sink. Employee added.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walkin freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed knife in bucket with sanitizer at 80F. Employee removed knife.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Insect control device installed next to food preparation area. Observed insect parts on table top.
Dec 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle at bar. Manager labeled.
Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents. Observed garbage bags on pad next to shared dumpster with other businesses.
Apr 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed one of two machines at bar at 0ppm. Manager called for service.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Bartender added.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed under water that was barely running/dripping.Employee corrected by turning up water on lobster meat.
Mar 4, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 30, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate0 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Crab and oysters stored on ice in a display case on the bar with no cover. Manager placed a cover on the case.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 6 Oysters on the half shell (67F - Cold Holding) stored in water at room temperature in the cook area. Employee stated the oysters were stored at room temperature for approximately 20 minutes. Chef voluntarily discarded the oysters.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing cleaning fluid stored next to food in the bar area. Chef removed the bottle.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink on the left side of the bar area blocked by a garage can. Employee removed the can.
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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink left side of the bar. Employee placed soap at the hand washing sink.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed consumer advisory to the operator. Operator printed and posted the consumer advisory.
Mar 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.Observed rear bar dishwashing machine at 0 ppm.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.Observed no Observed no vacuum breaker on hose splitter at mop sink.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.Observed no hand wash sign in bathrooms or hand wash sink by mop sink. Emailed operator signs.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.