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3236 E BAY DR, Holmes Bch FL 34217 · 7792933

Last inspected Jul 16, 2026 · 11 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats8
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA5104540
Grade history
SEP 24
APR 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
JUL 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 4 live roaches on their make table door. Operator disposed of them and sanitized the area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $1,040

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
7--2024026645Mar 27, 2024May 30, 2024$400
7--2015030470Jun 25, 2015Jul 29, 2015$640

Inspection history

11 visits, newest first

Jul 16, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed their walk in cooler shelves with rust buildup.
Basic/14-17-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 16, 2026 · Time Extended
Jul 15, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation

Ordered shut on the spot. 6 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken and beef stored on top of buckets of ready to eat sauce. Operator moved the meats.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 4 live roaches on their make table door. Operator disposed of them and sanitized the area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lining multiple food and non-food contact shelves on the cook line. Reviewed its the operator on proper linings.
Basic/14-05-4/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 4 dead roaches on the floor of the triple sink. Operator disposed of them and sanitized the area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed grease and food debris buildup all behind the cook line.
Basic/36-01-4/Warning
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed their walk in cooler shelves with rust buildup.
Basic/14-17-4/Warning
Feb 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef and raw chicken in walk-in cooler on buckets of sauces. Operator moved chicken and beef.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to notify the division of employee diagnosed with Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, Typhoid fever (caused by Salmonella Typhi) or Salmonella (nontyphoidal).
Intermediate/11-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink in back kitchen area blocked by garbage can. Operator moved garbage.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
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. E-mailed copy of employee health reporting agreement. Operator printed read and signed health agreement.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach-in cooler door handles on cook line with excess soil and grease.
Basic/23-24-4/Repeat Violation
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed card board being used to line floor in walk-in cooler.
Basic/36-06-4/Repeat Violation
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling and vents through out kitchen with excess soil, grease and dust.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the front of reach-in coolers on cook line with excess soil and grease.
Basic/23-03-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed between walk-in cooler and exit door with excess soil and grease.
Basic/36-27-5
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not hung to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Repeat Violation
Sep 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken and raw beef over broccoli in walk-in cooler. Operator moved beef and chicken below broccoli.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed the fronts and handles of 3 door reach-in cooler on cook line with excess soil and food debris.
Basic/23-24-4
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed card board being used to line lower shelf of food preparation tables in kitchen used to hold flour and sugar.
Basic/14-05-4
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water stains on ceiling tiles in kitchen and dining room.
Basic/36-32-5
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed exterior screen door from kitchen without a self closer.
Basic/35B-03-4/Repeat Violation
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust pitted shelves in walk-in cooler.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not hung to dry. Operator hung m to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Corrected On-Site
Jun 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Several empty boxes on the ground around the dumpster.
Basic/33-19-4/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2025 · Observed several empty boxes on the ground around the dumpster. Time Extended
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back exit of the kitchen.
Basic/35B-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2025 · Observed back exit door from kitchen with out a self closer at the time of this inspection. Time Extended
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jun 3, 2025 · Observed walk-in cooler shelves rust pitted surfaces at the time of this inspection. Time Extended
Apr 2, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee coughed, sneezed, used a handkerchief or disposable tissue then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee coughed into their hands then handled a clean scoop without washing their hands. Employee removed the scoop to be sanitized and washed their hands.
High priority/12A-14-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw beef stored over unwashed carrots in the walk in cooler. Employee removed the beef.
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken not stored in the original packaging stored over raw pork in the reach in freezer next to the three compartment sink. Employee placed the chicken below the pork.
High priority/08A-17-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed their hands in a three compartment sink. The employee was informed and properly washed their hands.
Intermediate/12A-03-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Trash can blocking the hand washing sink next to the three compartment sink.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Warning
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. The only food handler training expired 4/25/24 Florida Restaurant and Lodging, Tony Wang.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks stored on a cutting board on the cook line. Employee drink and sanitized the cutting board.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Several empty boxes on the ground around the dumpster.
Basic/33-19-4/Warning
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back exit of the kitchen.
Basic/35B-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Sep 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cut vegetables in walk in cooler. Operator moved chicken below vegetable. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
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. Educated operator on employee health reporting agreement. E-mailed operator copy of employee health reporting agreement. Provided copies of employee health agreements to operator. Operator read and signed agreements.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks on food prep table. Operator moved drinks.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Observed case of onions and tofu stored on flor in walk in cooler. Operator moved items to shelf.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed missing hood filters on cooks line.
Basic/14-42-4
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back screen door without a self closer.
Basic/35B-03-4
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed wire shelves in walk in cooler rusted. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop in back near m sink not hung to dry.
Basic/42-01-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of food in walk in without labels.
Basic/02D-01-5
Mar 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed build up on all equipment handles of the cook line. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Basic/23-24-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Mar 28, 2024 · Time Extended
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed black build up under the cook line.
Basic/36-01-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 28, 2024 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the dry storage shelves with a build up of debris and dust.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 28, 2024 · Time Extended
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed multiple rusted shelves in the walk in cooler.
Basic/14-17-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 28, 2024 · Time Extended
Mar 27, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken wings stored over unwashed celery in the walk in cooler. Operator removed the chicken.
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken and raw beef stored over ready to eat noodles and vegetables in the walk in cooler. Operator removed the meats. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the cook line make table: Beef (50F - Cold Holding); Shrimp (50F - Cold Holding); Pork (50F - Cold Holding) Operator stated it had been there for approximately 1hr. Operator placed ice on the food. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed build up on all equipment handles of the cook line. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Basic/23-24-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed black build up under the cook line.
Basic/36-01-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the dry storage shelves with a build up of debris and dust.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed multiple rusted shelves in the walk in cooler.
Basic/14-17-4/Warning
Oct 5, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed ready to eat food stored directly on top of raw beef not commercially packaged in reach in freezer.
High priority/08A-02-6/Repeat Violation/Return visit Oct 5, 2023 · Time Extended
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Provided Big 6 to operator. Operator to post sign.
Intermediate/11-07-5/Corrective Action Taken/Return visit Oct 5, 2023 · Time Extended
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed throughout kitchen.
Basic/23-24-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Oct 5, 2023 · Time Extended
Hood vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled hood vent over wok station.
Basic/36-34-5/Return visit Oct 5, 2023 · Time Extended
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 2 large containers of flour located by back door, not labeled. Operator stated will label.
Basic/02D-01-5/Return visit Oct 5, 2023 · Time Extended
Oct 4, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed 2 bottles of medicine stored on shelf over prep line. Operator moved bottles.
High priority/41-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed ready to eat food stored directly on top of raw beef not commercially packaged in reach in freezer.
High priority/08A-02-6/Repeat Violation
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in walk in cooler raw shrimp stored directly on top of soy sauce bucket. Observed raw chicken stored directly over ready to eat produce.
High priority/08A-05-6
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in cook line reach in cooler roll top: Beef (51F - Cold Holding); Chicken (52F - Cold Holding); Shrimp (51 F - Cold Holding); Pork Strips (47F - Cold Holding) Operator stated items were in reach in cooler for approximately 1.5 hours. Operator placed ice on items in roll top. Garlic in oil (63F - Cold Holding) observed in bottom of Reach in cooler, operator moved to walk in cooler. Operator placed call to repair company.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Provided Big 6 to operator. Operator to post sign.
Intermediate/11-07-5/Corrective Action Taken
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. Provided copy of agreement to operator. Operator and other employee signed.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed throughout kitchen.
Basic/23-24-4/Repeat Violation
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone, beverage mug, lighter stored on lid of large flour bin. Observed employee cell phone on prep table across from cook line.
Basic/40-06-5
Hood vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled hood vent over wok station.
Basic/36-34-5
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 2 large containers of flour located by back door, not labeled. Operator stated will label.
Basic/02D-01-5

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