DUNE DOG STUART LLC
421 SW FEDERAL HWY, Stuart FL 34994 · 772.266.4360
Last inspected Feb 23, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
MAR 24
JUL 24
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FEB 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw ground beef stored over raw whole muscle steaks in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Operator stored food properly
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,840
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2016038903 | Aug 16, 2016 | Oct 11, 2016 | $400 |
| 2--2016023413 | May 6, 2016 | Aug 3, 2016 | $1,440 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Feb 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed can of red bull inside ice bin at bar used for drinks See stop sale
Raw ground beef stored over raw whole muscle steaks in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Operator stored food properly
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed can of red bull inside ice bin at bar used for drinks See stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked ribs stacked on metal sheets at bottom of cook line shelf (50F-60F - Cold Holding) per operator food not prepped or portioned today and left to thaw, out of temperature for approximately 2 hours. Operator placed foods inside walk in cooler to quick chill
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed cooked ribs stacked on metal sheets at bottom of cook line shelf (50F-60F - Cold Holding) per operator food not prepped or portioned today and left to thaw, out of temperature for approximately 2 hours. Operator placed foods inside walk in cooler to quick chill
Sep 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at opened flip top cooler at cook line- cut tomatoes (45F-49F); shredded lettuce (48F) per orator, items not prepped or peoorotjed today, flip top lid opened and over fill line, items left out of temperature for approximately 2 hours. Operator closed flip top cooler to bring food to 41F within 2 hours
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at kitchen entrance door. Chef provided at time of inspection
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed in use containers of frying powder and panko removed from original container with no indication of common name
Feb 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed Pain reliever stored over flip top cooler at cook line area. Operator stored properly.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed Raw shrimp not in commercial packaging over French fries tall stainless reach in freezer on cook line. Operator stored properly.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled with food debris. Operator washed and sanitized can opener blade.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 9 employees with expired training, expired 1/28/25
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bleach water spray bottle not labeled at dish washing area. Operator labeled properly.
Jul 22, 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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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
May 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed Raw fish over cooked chicken reach in freezer. Both products not in commercial packaging. Educated operator on proper storage procedures.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed Raw ground beef over raw fish, reach in cooler on cook line. Operator stored properly.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. garlic butter (89F - Hot Holding) Observed In squirt bottle under grill. Per operator, held out of temperature for 2+ days. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. garlic butter (89F - Hot Holding) Observed In squirt bottle under grill. Per operator, held out of temperature for 2+ days. See stop sale.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. At mop sink with splitter attached. Operator removed splitter.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Flip top cooler: sliced tomatoes (46F - Cooling) at 2:25 since 12:25 - 46F 2:55 At current rate of cooling product will not reach 41F within 4 hours. Observed in overstocked pan. Operator split into two portions and put overstocked portion inside cooler.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed Seared tuna and mahi ceviche on menu with no indication that items contain raw fish on menu.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed Spray bottle with degreaser at triple sink area, label smeared and indistinguishable. Operator labeled properly.
Oct 25, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. -several cambros with cracked corners. Operator will order replacements.
Oct 18, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -employee wiped gloved hands on towel with food debris, then handled food without removing gloves and washing hands. Advised. Employee removed gloves and washed hands prior to putting on new gloves.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. -clam tags.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. -hand wash sink removed from cook line next to fish cooler. Per operator, will reinstall.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -bowl in clam fry. Operator removed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floors soiled behind cooking equipment.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. -several cambros with cracked corners. Operator will order replacements.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. -behind main bar.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -outdoor bar hand wash sink.
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.