BLUE MARLIN GRILLE
1115 ALOHA BLVD, Davenport FL 33897 · 863-438-5950
Last inspected Jun 30, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 14 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026011916 | Nov 25, 2025 | Jul 20, 2026 | $160 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jun 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Food stored on floor. Boxes of chicken stored on floor in walk in.cooler, and box of fries stored on floor in walk in freezer. Cases of water stored on floor in storage room.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer door, keeping it from shutting properly.
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Tongs on fryer door.
May 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. On hand wash sink next to make line.
Ice bucket stored on floor between uses. Manager placed on top of oven next to ice machine.
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Tong hanging on fryer door.
Jan 28, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Layout changed remodel occurred in March of 2025. Grab n go station and merchandise area got closed in. Ice cream machine, soda dispenser added, ice machine, hot dog roller, frozen coffee dispenser added, warmer, nacho machine, chili and cheese dispenser, soup warmer and funnel cake warmer added. Hand sink installed in back right corner. 2 service windows installed with no air curtains, and windows are not self closing. Main kitchen: three compartment sink by mop sink was exchanged with 2 compartment prep sink and three compartment sink was moved next to dish machine Hand sink next to ice machine removed. Was replaced with two decker oven. Pizza station added with make table and oven where prep sink used to be. Additional prep table added by dish machine. 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/.
Nov 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Layout changed remodel occurred in March of 2025. Grab n go station and merchandise area got closed in. Ice cream machine, soda dispenser added, ice machine, hot dog roller, frozen coffee dispenser added, warmer, nacho machine, chili and cheese dispenser, soup warmer and funnel cake warmer added. Hand sink installed in back right corner. 2 service windows installed with no air curtains, and windows are not self closing. Main kitchen: three compartment sink by mop sink was exchanged with 2 compartment prep sink and three compartment sink was moved next to dish machine Hand sink next to ice machine removed. Was replaced with two decker oven. Pizza station added with make table and oven where prep sink used to be. Additional prep table added by dish machine. 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 proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Manager stated several employees have been hired and no training yet.
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. 2 new hires hired over 60 days
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Oct 25, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup on floor and door.
Aug 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand sink behind bar.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Degreaser no label. Operator label bottle.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Operator removed drink off prep table.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup on floor and door.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven door. Operator removed tongs.
Oct 24, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator has quaternary test kit and needs chlorine test kit.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. In walk in freezer.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven door.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. On cook line.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
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.