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BENT PINE GOLF CLUB RESTAURANT

6001 CLUB HOUSE DR, Vero Bch FL 32967 · (904)569-1160

Last inspected Apr 29, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats250
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA4100545
Grade history
NOV 24
APR 25
NOV 25
DEC 25
APR 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 18 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw burgers over raw shrimp
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
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Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Apr 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw burgers over raw shrimp
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4/Corrected On-Site
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. In sugar bin
Basic/02D-01-5
Dec 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice bin deflector
Intermediate/22-02-4
Apr 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Roasted onions dated 4-1
High priority/01B-24-5/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzle gun at bar soiled
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used as dump sink evidenced by ice in sink at wait station. Educated chef
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Roasted onion marked 4-1. Today is 4-11. Chef threw away
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Deflector cleaned
Basic/22-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Nov 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut lettuce and tomatoes in ice bath found at 44-48f. Added more ice
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Smoked salmon bagel on lunch menu. Chef added asterisk and reprinted menus
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Corrected On-Site
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. Joanne, James, Tocarra
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In bulk bin in dry storage
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on prep table
Basic/40-06-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
Basic/23-03-4
Mar 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Heavy cream and liquid eggs
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen prep area
Basic/36-34-5
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4/Repeat Violation
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Basic/22-08-4/Corrected On-Site
Light not functioning. Dry storage
Basic/36-62-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Basic/16-46-4
Nov 16, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. On top of machine
Basic/16-21-4
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4
Hood filters surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
Basic/23-03-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At bar. Chef hung sign during inspection
Basic/31B-04-4
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed avocados next to ready to eat cucumbers in flip top cooler. Advised manager and avocados were washed and stickers removed.
Basic/08B-17-4/Corrected On-Site

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