BY THE BAY BISTRO
3976 DESTINATION DR, Osprey FL 34229 · 941-444-1940
Last inspected Dec 2, 2025 · 4 visits since October 2023
3 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (50F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (49F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler. The operator stated the potentially hazardous foods had been held for approximately 2.5 hours. The operator stored the above foods in a functional cold holding unit.
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Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (50F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (49F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler. The operator stated the potentially hazardous foods had been held for approximately 2.5 hours. The operator stored the above foods in a functional cold holding unit.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
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.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the utensils.
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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No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottles of water stored on the floor in the dry storage area. The operator properly stored the bottled water.
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