BONEFISH GRILL
2075 INDIAN RIVER BLVD, Vero Beach FL 32960
Last inspected Jun 2, 2026 · 9 visits since December 2023
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2019032125 | May 14, 2019 | Jul 11, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jun 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse temperature at manifold exceeds 194 degrees Fahrenheit. Reading 197f
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Lexan containers in dish area
Dec 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. feta (46F - Cold Holding); blue cheese crumbles (50F - Cold Holding) In cooler since 9am. Manager discarded
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cook line hand sink blocked by trash can
Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse temperature at manifold exceeds 194 degrees Fahrenheit. Reaching 212°. Advised to contact ecolab
Food stored on floor. Boxes on floor in freezer. Advised manager to place on racks
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on cook line drawers
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen Ground beef at prep sink. Manager turned on water
Jun 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Feta cheese double panned observed at 61f. Manager threw away
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Manager states they have ordered
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Sink next to dish machine needs batteries
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. Alexa A.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Sugar bin
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fryer cooler gasket soiled Wire pan shelf above grill soiled in grease
Oct 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cut cabbage (48F - Cold Holding); jasmine rice (51F - Cold Holding) In cooler overnight
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Surface cleaner stored with wood skewers and boxed Chardonnay
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Metal bars in sink on cooks line
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with mold-like substance. Multiple vents and ceiling tiles throughout dining room are soiled in mold like substance. Metal vents Throughout kitchen are soiled
Oct 2, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Lid on calimari cracked in walk in cooler
Vent not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed heavily rusted flaky vent above food storage area.
Sep 24, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Tomato cream sauce 47F. Cheese 49 F In cooler overnight Operator threw away.
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.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Lid on calimari cracked in walk in cooler
Vent not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed heavily rusted flaky vent above food storage area.
Apr 10, 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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Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Low boy Reach in cooler door on cookline has exposed insulation
Apr 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. tuna (54F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (54F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (57F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (57F - Cold Holding); blue cheese crumbles (62F - Cold Holding); clam chowder (60F - Cold Holding) crab mix (54 F - Cold Holding); spinach dip (57F - Cold Holding) Manager stated items were in cooler overnight
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In walk in cooler
Food stored on floor. Meat in walk in freezer
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Low boy Reach in cooler door on cookline has exposed insulation
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk salt bin
Dec 8, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop Heart of palms can dented 5.25lbs
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Fryer station; diced tomatoes (63F - Cold Holding); dumplings (63F - Cold Holding); cooked crab meat (59F - Cold Holding), stocked this morning, suggest rapid chill on items. Operator placed on ice and in walk in freezer. Cooler plug had tripped, replugged in cooler. Retemped lump crab 43F
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to fill pitcher
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. End of cookline
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters over back line accumulated dust and grease
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Unlabeled seasoned flour
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.