DRIFTERS SURF RESTRO
1875 S PATRICK DR E, Indian Harbour Beach FL 32937 · 941.284.7125
Last inspected Mar 4, 2026 · 6 visits since July 2023
JAN 25
JUL 25
MAR 26
— STEADY
3 inspections within 3 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2023004739 | Aug 29, 2022 | May 19, 2023 | $200 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Mar 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Bathroom door on left side.
Jul 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
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 for operator, had all employees sign.
Jan 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 6, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority7 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Using grocery bag to hold broccoli in reach in cooler Using grocery bag to hold raw chicken in reach in freezer Using grocery bag to store cooked chicken in white chest freezer
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken stored over raw beef in reach in freezer
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs over ready to eat peppers in reach in cooler
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Found ants in bag of sugar operator discarded
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Jeff liu expired 2-16-2018 serv safe
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled left over food debris
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 for operator
No soap or paper towels provided at handwash sink by chest freezer
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken, egg rolls, noodles no date mark reach in cooler
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. Florida restaurant and lodging kwang shin liu 9-10-2022
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Using bowl to scoop sugar and flour
Food stored on floor. Buckets of rice stored on floor
Stored food not covered. Uncover chicken and egg rolls in reach in cooler Uncovered spring rolls in reach in freezer
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Unlabeled flour and sugar in container
Aug 14, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
4 High priority7 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Using grocery bag to hold broccoli in reach in cooler Using grocery bag to hold raw chicken in reach in freezer Using grocery bag to store cooked chicken in white chest freezer
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken stored over raw beef in reach in freezer
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs over ready to eat peppers in reach in cooler
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Found ants in bag of sugar operator discarded
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Jeff liu expired 2-16-2018 serv safe
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled left over food debris
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 for operator
No soap or paper towels provided at handwash sink by chest freezer
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken, egg rolls, noodles no date mark reach in cooler
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. Florida restaurant and lodging kwang shin liu 9-10-2022
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Using bowl to scoop sugar and flour
Food stored on floor. Buckets of rice stored on floor
Stored food not covered. Uncover chicken and egg rolls in reach in cooler Uncovered spring rolls in reach in freezer
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Unlabeled flour and sugar in container
Jul 11, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
4 High priority7 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Using grocery bag to hold broccoli in reach in cooler Using grocery bag to hold raw chicken in reach in freezer Using grocery bag to store cooked chicken in white chest freezer
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken stored over raw beef in reach in freezer
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs over ready to eat peppers in reach in cooler
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Found ants in bag of sugar operator discarded
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Jeff liu expired 2-16-2018 serv safe
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled left over food debris
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 for operator
No soap or paper towels provided at handwash sink by chest freezer
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken, egg rolls, noodles no date mark reach in cooler
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. Florida restaurant and lodging kwang shin liu 9-10-2022
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Using bowl to scoop sugar and flour
Food stored on floor. Buckets of rice stored on floor
Stored food not covered. Uncover chicken and egg rolls in reach in cooler Uncovered spring rolls in reach in freezer
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Unlabeled flour and sugar in container
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.