BEACHCOMBER TRADING POST RESTAURANT
1927 BEACH RD, Englewood FL 34223 · 941-460-8580
Last inspected Aug 5, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
5 inspections within 9 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed beef patties raw beef burger over fish in reach-in cooler. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw scrambled eggs in reach-in cooler over mushroom and pickles. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical sanitizer stored on counter near food preparation area.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed beef patties raw beef burger over fish in reach-in cooler. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed heavily grease buildup on hood vents.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Observed: Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed sliced cheese that was commercially packaged has been open more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed salsa and cooked onions prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed single service coffee cups next to hand wash sink. Priority: Basic
Observed: Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash. Observed pitcher of cold coffee used for ice coffee next to hand wash sink. Observed operator move pitcher of coffee for safe food storage. Priority: Basic
Observed: Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Priority: Basic
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.