DRAWBRIDGE AT TORRY ISLAND
3300 W CANAL STREET N, Belle Glade FL 33430 · 5616928238
Last inspected Apr 21, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 6 flies in kitchen; 1 landing on paper towel.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024021566 | Apr 4, 2024 | Jul 11, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touch hair then handled clean cups; no hand wash. Employee washed hands.
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. At deep freezer: Raw ground beef in open bag stored over raw pork ribs. Operator stored properly.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinse cups at hand wash sink by front counter.
Jan 8, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 13, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 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.
Nov 5, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over biscuits inside walk in cooler Operator stored properly
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitation tablets stored next to clean cup upper shelf server station. Operator removed
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. Emailed to operator
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. Emailed to operator
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Entire establishment. At 84F.
Mar 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 5, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 5, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 6 flies in kitchen; 1 landing on paper towel.
Apr 4, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 11 violations recorded, 7 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
7 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher chlorine solution was 0ppm. As per operator, dishwasher is not being used. However, during the inspection a tray loaded with utensils was observed in dishwasher. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and utilize only the triple sink until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 6 flies in kitchen; 1 landing on paper towel.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. At walk-in in cooler in pans: Raw chicken stored over raw steak. Raw ground beef stored over Raw Swai. Operator discarded because of temperature abuse.
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. At deep freezer: Raw chicken stored over ground beef; chicken not commercially packaged and is in an open plastic bag. Operator stored properly.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 16 rodent dropping on floor in passage near walk in cooler. Droppings are in the passage leading up to the entrance of the walk in cooler. Approximately 10 rodent droppings in storage area where deep freezer is located; droppings are beside and behind deep freezer.
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. At walk in cooler: cooked potatoes (51F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (50F - Cold Holding); raw steak (50F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (52F - Cold Holding); raw Swaii (51F - Cold Holding) As per operator items stored over night. As per operator storm caused a power outage for approximately 5-6 hours from last night to this morning. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At walk in cooler: cooked potatoes (51F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (50F - Cold Holding); raw steak (50F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (52F - Cold Holding); raw Swaii (51F - Cold Holding) As per operator items stored over night. As per operator storm caused a power outage for approximately 5-6 hours from last night to this morning. See stop sale.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. DBPR license not available for verification.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles in disrepair in kitchen near dishwasher.
Food stored on floor. At walk in cooler: Crate of onions, potatoes stored on floor.
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Mesh in disrepair at door at backend of kitchen; rodent droppings and flies present in establishment.
Oct 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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