DANNY'S BAR AND GRILL
3105 GRAND BLVD, Holiday FL 34690 · 7275347212
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 19 visits since October 2023
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 30 points better than where it started.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 3 live roaches in wooded shelf behind bar employee sprayed and killed and sanitized the area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026001933 | Dec 18, 2025 | Feb 12, 2026 | $400 |
| 3--2025066857 | Aug 6, 2025 | Jan 5, 2026 | $800 |
| 3--2025059709 | Jul 16, 2025 | Sep 10, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
19 visits, newest first
Aug 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs above sauce in walk in cooler, operator moved the eggs to bottom shelf
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda guns interior soiled and pink mold like substance buildup in bar area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine bin interior soiled and black mold like substance buildup
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floor in walk in cooler not maintained smooth and durable for cleaning.
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Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall by entrance of kitchen
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler interior soiled and black mold like substance buildup in cook line
Apr 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda guns soiled and black mold like substance buildup Fryer basket soiled and grease buildup heavily
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine interior soiled and black mold like substance buildup
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Soiled cardboard on floor in walk in cooler
Floors not maintained smooth and durable in walk in cooler
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in kitchen
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled and black mold like substance buildup
Open dumpster lid.
Dec 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 18, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 3 live roaches in wooded shelf behind bar employee sprayed and killed and sanitized the area.
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches at the bar 1 dead roach 1 dead behind the reach in cooler Employee removed roaches and sanitized the area.
Dec 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate12 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 3 compartment sink in bar at 100ppm. Operator corrected to 200ppm.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 3 cups of coleslaw temped at 50F in cooler overnight. Temperature was taken last night at 6pm at proper temp. 1 cup of lettuce temped at 50F in cooler overnight. Temperature was taken last night at 6pm at proper temp.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 3 cups of coleslaw temped at 50F in cooler overnight. Temperature was taken last night at 6pm at proper temp. 1 cup of lettuce temped at 50F in cooler overnight. Temperature was taken last night at 6pm at proper temp.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on prep station soiled, fryer basketssoiled with food debris, soda guns in bar soiled. Operator cleaned soda guns.
Accumulation of dead insects. 2 dead insects under shelf in dry storage 3 dead insects near mop sink in dry storage. Operator removed all insects, cleaned and sanitized area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling in walk in cooler has black mold like substance. Fan guards in walk in cooler soiled. Ceiling in Dry storage, bar, ice machine and kitchen soiled and damaged.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Grooved cutting boards on shelf next to reach in freezer in kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open can on prep area on table in bar. Operator removed opened can.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floors in walk in cooler rusted, surface peeling Indented and raised. Floor tiles in kitchen broken near grill and fryer.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Plastic Container on drying rack in kitchen cracked.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Walls in walk in cooler, kitchen, and storage areas in disrepair. Rotted wood, holes in walls, rust on walls.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No sign at handwashing sink in kitchen
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Sides of deep fryers soiled, top of pizza oven soiled.
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Shelves in reach in under prep station rusted.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed lettuce on top of ready to eat deserts in walk in cooler.
Aug 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Fryer basket grease buildup Soda gun nozzle soiled, operator removed and cleaned
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles water damaged in storage room Wood walls damaged in storage room
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Shelves rusted in reach in cooler by a black fridge
Aug 6, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on reach in cooler right side door hinge in kitchen. 1 live roach on shelf wood space under register in bar area by a small fridge.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. From mold and black substance chute of ice machine is dropping water into ice. stop sale about 250 lbs
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler on cook line - Provolone cheese (cold holding 50F) above fill line moved to bottom.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Fryer basket grease buildup Soda gun nozzle soiled, operator removed and cleaned
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine chute soiled and black mold substance see stop sale
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles water damaged in storage room Wood walls damaged in storage room
Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead roaches on the floor under register by soda rack in bar area. 2 dead roaches on the floor by bar drinks counter below the TV next to mirror 1 dead roach on the floor under oil stored shelf in storage room in front of ice machine 1 dead roach on the floor under dirty towel rack next to oil stored shelf. 2 dead roaches on the floor under tool shelf by vacuum. 1 dead roach on the floor under reach in freezer in storage room by chemical stored shelf, operator removed all dead roaches and will sanitize
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Toaster oven soiled and grass buildup inside and outside Microwave door silos inside and outside
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler door gasket soiled, by a small black fridge in kitchen
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Shelves rusted in reach in cooler by a black fridge
Jul 18, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. Missing two certificates for bartenders
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door of storage area bottom gap.
Jul 16, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach in beer tap drain pipe. 3 live roaches under count by beer tap. 1 live roach on floor by beer tap. Manager eradicated roach on floor, cleaned and sanitized area.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit for quaternary ammonium
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. Missing for two employees
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. Missing two certificates for bartenders
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Packs cooked beer, chicken and coleslaw not dated
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. One spray bottle of red degreaser, and spray bottle of blue sanitizer not labeled. Manager labeled.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on the floor of hallway server area by trash can and dirty dish cart 1 dead roach on the floor by entrance door of dry storage and walking in cooler 2 dead roaches on the floor between ice machine and walking in cooler wall. 1 dead roach on floor by the door of walking in cooler. 1 dead roach on the floor under mop sink drain pipe by Ice machine. 4 dead roaches on the floor under ice ban in the bar area 3 dead roaches on the floor under soda box rack 1 dead roach on floor under register in bar 2 dead roaches on the bottom of can food storage cabinet Manager began removing and cleaning and sanitizing areas in dry storage
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door of storage area bottom gap.
May 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead on floor by old barber chair in back 3 dead in top rail of non working cooler in back area 1 ac handler bottom Manager discarded and sanitized the areas
Apr 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. After having a drink employee changed gloves but forgot to wash hands. Discussed proper hand washing.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Rack of clean dishes on hand wash sink. Rack removed. Discussed the need to keep hand wash sink clear.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles containing food removed from its original container not labeled.
Dec 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee moved jacket from storage rack
Jul 16, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
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. For 5 employees
May 8, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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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 plans on file discussion with plan reviewer Cindy. No plans on file
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.
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. For 5 employees
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under neath fryer and hood vent area.
May 7, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Reach in cooler stop sale pulled chicken 54 f 36 ounces cooked rice 56 f 5 lbs held in reach in cooler overnight by cooks line ambient air temperature. 56 f beef cooked 54 f 36 ounces no temperatures taken held over 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese 46 f cook beef 46 f cheese 46 f reach in cooler top of the make table employee moved to freezer 2nd temp 43 f all temps Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Reach in cooler stop sale pulled chicken 54 f 36 ounces cooked rice 56 f 5 lbs held in reach in cooler overnight by cooks line ambient air temperature. 56 f beef cooked 54 f 36 ounces no temperatures taken held over 4 hours.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Stored phone cables in hand washing sink. At bar area
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 plans on file discussion with plan reviewer Cindy. No plans on file
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.
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. For 5 employees
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No date marks on cut ham reach in cooler. By steam warmers. Cooks line reach in cooler cook beef cook chicken. walk in cooler coleslaw cook chili not dated
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under neath fryer and hood vent area.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Employee removed from ice
Dec 28, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 19, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Behind the bar.
Dec 11, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Fryer baskets.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand wash sink behind the bar not in working order.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chili, Cole slaw, ham,corned beef.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone chargers stored with clean dishes. Operator moved cell phone chargers
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Behind and under equipment in storage areas, cook line and prep areas
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Behind the bar.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles on cooks line contain foods removed from its original container are not labeled with common name.
Oct 9, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 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. Cutting boards soiled Soda gun soiled
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.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days opened commercially processed, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Employees portion deli meats and freeze. Not properly tracking when thawed. Deli meats date marked 05/30. Employee properly labeled.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. All cutting boards
Floor, walls, and ceiling soiled/has accumulation of debris in walk in cooler.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Walk in cooler.
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