BLU BISTRO
19 SOMBRERO BLVD, Marathon FL 33050 · 305.289.7662
Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 12 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 15 rodent droppings on top of dish machine, 10 droppings on slicer table and under slicer, 5 droppings on wood shelf above food storage, in the triple sink area,
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2024008657 | Feb 13, 2024 | Apr 10, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 11, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate12 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
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Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Floor Drain cover(s) missing under dish machine drain boards
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in walk-in cooler
Ice buildup in slide top reach-in freezer and black lift lid chest freezer
Interior of oven and microwave oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in walk-in cooler
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Ice machine area
Open dumpster lid.
Walk-in coolers in poor repair, water dripping onto floor, doors do not stay closed,
Jul 29, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 24 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate18 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed thawed raw Fish still in the ROP packaging in lift lid unit. Observed fresh garlic in oil and butter @80F overnight in kitchen.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dumped ice in handwashing sink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Ice machine are
No soap provided at handwash sink. Ice machine area
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Hard boiled eggs, cooked chicken wings, pasta, rice not date marked.
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Back area Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Floor Drain cover(s) missing under dish machine drain boards
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in walk-in cooler
Food stored on floor in walk-in cooler
Ice bucket stored on floor between uses.
Ice buildup in slide top reach-in freezer and black lift lid chest freezer
Interior of oven and microwave oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in walk-in cooler
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Ice machine area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of the two Fryers are covered in grease and food debris
Open dumpster lid.
Single-service articles improperly stored on the floor in storage room
Walk-in coolers in poor repair, water dripping onto floor, doors do not stay closed,
Apr 17, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Canned Pumpkin
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Food stored under dripping condensation from fan unit in walk-in cooler. Observed Raw chicken floating in container of condensation water that is in dripping from blower fan in the wakin cooler. Observed a case of celery under dripping condensation water in the walk-in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed 6 pieces of raw tuna thawed in unopened vacuum package in lift lid cooler Observed 9 pieces of raw fish thawed in unopened vacuum package.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tuna tataki not identified as undercooked on the menu.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At ice machine handwashing sink
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 6 pieces of raw tuna thawed in unopened vacuum package in lift lid cooler Observed 9 pieces of raw fish thawed in unopened vacuum package.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In Stand up cooler holding milk
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In men's bathroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Liift lid Cooler gaskets are soiled
Open dumpster lid.
Jan 5, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 24 violations recorded, 8 high priority.
8 High priority2 Intermediate14 Basic
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Containers of medicine improperly stored on food preparation table
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Canned Pumpkin
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw pork in walk-in cooled
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Food stored under dripping condensation from fan unit in walk-in cooler. Observed Raw chicken floating in container of condensation water that is in dripping from blower fan in the wakin cooler. Observed a case of celery under dripping condensation water in the walk-in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed 6 pieces of raw tuna thawed in unopened vacuum package in lift lid cooler Observed 9 pieces of raw fish thawed in unopened vacuum package.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter pats 57F, Ice was added to butter tray
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray air freshener over food
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tuna tataki not identified as undercooked on the menu.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At ice machine handwashing sink
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 6 pieces of raw tuna thawed in unopened vacuum package in lift lid cooler Observed 9 pieces of raw fish thawed in unopened vacuum package.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Food stored on floor in the walk-in cooler
Food stored under dripping condensation from fan unit in walk-in cooler. Observed Raw chicken floating in container of condensation water that is in dripping from blower fan in the wakin cooler. Observed a case of celery under dripping condensation water in the walk-in cooler
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In Stand up cooler holding milk
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In men's bathroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Liift lid Cooler gaskets are soiled
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in freezer interior has a accumulation of soil residues.
Wall behind dishwasher is soiled with accumulated mold like substance.
Jul 31, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 30 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority7 Intermediate18 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.0 ppm chlorine. Triple sink is set up to wash rinse and sanitize dishes until repairs are made on dishwasher.
Raw shell eggs stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food, dressing and cheese in white refrigerator.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed ROP raw tuna, and unopened packages and completely thawed with the label that states to remove from package before thawing.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. butter pats (73*F - Cold Holding); cream cheese cups (71*F - Cold Holding) butter and cream cheese put into refrigerator to cool down. Buffet is open for 3 hours. In the walking cooler #1 Poultry (44F - Cold Holding); cheese (45 F- Cold Holding) pork 44F raw meat was relocated to the other walk-in cooler that is maintained at 41 F or below
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Out side with green hose attached.
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed pizza prep table, cutting board soiled with mold like substance and food degree. Yellow, Blue,red and white cutting boards are soiled with black mold like substance.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by speed rack
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tuna tataki is not identified as raw or undercooked on dinner menu
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Lasagna not date marked in pizza prep table
Whole apples displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense flour
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack on cookline shelves.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observe saw raw Tuna and ROP packaging. It has not been opened or taken out of package before thawing
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Pizza prep table top Blue cutting board has deep black groves in the cutting board.
Dumpster overflowing garbage.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.in front of walk-in coolers
Grease build up on the receptacle.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer Black Chest freezer lid doesn't close due to ice buildup..
In Dish area observed Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of Fryers soiled with food debris and grease. Soiled chest freezer gaskets
Open dumpster lid.
Plumbing system in disrepair.
Raw chicken is stored on floor in the walk-in cooler
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
Feb 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Pizza prep counter top and Yellow cutting board both soiled.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tuna tataki not identified as raw on the menu.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Pizza prep table and yellow cutting board.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in produce walk-in cooler
Ice bucket stored on floor between uses.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At the Ice machine area and bathrooms used by employees.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled fan shroud in produce walk-in cooler Reach in cooler gaskets are soiled
Open dumpster lid, grease receptacle lid is open
Jan 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw shell eggs stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food in stand up reach in cooler
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Raw ROP tuna thaw an unopened package.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board soil on pizza table.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Yuma tataki not identified as raw on menu
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink at the pool bar. 76F
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observes three pieces of raw tuna, and vacuum packaging that has not been open and is thawed in the flip lid reach in cooler.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.
Ice machine exterior soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At the pool bar the Soda gun holster is soiled Reach in cooler gasket on pizza prep table or soiled
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust behind dishwasher
Aug 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate7 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. 0 ppm chlorine Triple will be set up to sanitize any dishes that are washed. Eco lab was called for service.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb outside back door
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken wings in stand up refrigerator.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No running hot water at pool bar hand wash sink
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
At pool bar Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses.
At the pool bar Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Food stored on floor in walking cooler
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At ice machine handwashing sink
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of ice machine is soiled
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
Feb 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Outside hose Bibb by back door.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Food stored apples, shell eggs, half and half on floor in the walk-in cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. The handwash sink by ice machine is covered in dried concrete. Soda gun holster at pool bar is soiled with mold like substance.
Plumbing system in disrepair. The handwash sink next to the ice machine is leaking from drain pipe.
Feb 13, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 18 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority6 Intermediate8 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. 0 ppm chlorine at dishwasher. The sanizer container is empty
Observed in reach in cooler. Raw animal food,raw shell eggs stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food, butter.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 15 rodent droppings on top of dish machine, 10 droppings on slicer table and under slicer, 5 droppings on wood shelf above food storage, in the triple sink area,
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Outside hose Bibb by back door.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by table and tray of bacon laying on handwash sink
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Whole fruit, apples, displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Raw ROP tuna not completely thawed &during inspection was the package was opened
Equipment in poor repair. The ice machine has no panel and is rusting on the outside
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under food storage shelving in back area and under ice machine.
Food stored apples, shell eggs, half and half on floor in the walk-in cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. The handwash sink by ice machine is covered in dried concrete. Soda gun holster at pool bar is soiled with mold like substance.
Plumbing system in disrepair. The handwash sink next to the ice machine is leaking from drain pipe.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Old equipment, dirty sheet pans, boxes stored outside the back of restaurant.
Sep 22, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Potato cutter is soiled with food debris
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink @ ice machine
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
No soap provided at handwash sink @ice machine
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. The handwash sink next to ice machine soiled with dry concrete.
Sep 21, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority7 Intermediate7 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In the reach in cooler butter chips at 82f. 1 cs 17 lbs.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the walk-in coolers : shell eggs (47*F - Cold Holding); Poultry (47*F - Cold Holding) relocated to another unit to rapid cool. diced tomatoes (45*F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (44*F - Cold Holding); cheese (45*F - Cold Holding) (Butter chips 82 F stop sale)
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Potato cutter is soiled with food debris
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink @ ice machine
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
No soap provided at handwash sink @ice machine
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked Chicken wings, cooked rice, octopus,
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Packaged tuna was opened during inspection
Equipment in poor repair. The 2 walk-in coolers are in poor repair, they have plywood cover parts of the floor, the door is falling off the hinges, standing water on the floors, not cold holding @41F or below.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment, over chest freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. The handwash sink next to ice machine soiled with dry concrete.
Observed Food stored on floor, carrots and 5 gal bucket in the walk-in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Poultry thawing in standing water in triple sink
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.