FRABOTTA'S BEACH KITCHEN & SALTWATER HIPPIE BEACH BAR
15031 GULF BLVD, Madeira Beach FL 33708
Last inspected Dec 11, 2025 · 9 visits since July 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
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MAR 24
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FEB 25
DEC 25
— STEADY
5 inspections within 17 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 11 live flies near trash can at end of indoor bar
★ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022036457 | May 10, 2022 | Aug 24, 2022 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Dec 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 18 findingsThe state's own report →
Container of medicine improperly stored. Prescription pill bottle over pizza prep cooler in kitchen, removed
Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Cocktail garnishes at saltwater bar not protected from customer reach
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs over produce in walk in cooler, eggs relocated
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun and holsters at saltwater bar soiled
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice in hand sink at front counter, used as dump sink
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Multiple tanks unsecured outside next to cooler
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Accumulation of grease under cook line
Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing.
Ice bucket/shovel stored outside on soiled concrete wall next to outdoor ice machine
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. UV insect control device over beverage cooler behind frabottas bar
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooler gaskets soiled
Open dumpster lid.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Reach in freezer in dining room not secured
Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Feb 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 16 findings ▾
Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Bottle of orange juice in drink ice well behind bar at saltwater hippie, staff instructed to burn ice and replace
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Bottle of orange juice in drink ice well behind bar at saltwater hippie, staff instructed to burn ice and replace
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line - fresh garlic in oil (77F - Cold Holding), discussed adding to time as a public health control
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Metal pan in hand sink on cook line, removed
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink in dish room, restocked
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink in dish room, restocked
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Next to ice machine
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear door to kitchen
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment at saltwater bar
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Behind bar
In-use ice scoop for ice machine located outside not stored in a protected manner between uses.
Open dumpster lid.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Reach in cooler and freezer containing unpackaged food in dining room not secured
Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area. Out door ice machine located in a customer accessible area not secured
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Sep 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies next to ice well behind bar
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Fish spread opened 9/17/24, date added
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink behind saltwater bar inaccessible due to location
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Written plan completed during inspection
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic bowl in pot of marinara, removed
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Outdoors
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Walk in cooler
Equipment in poor repair. Beer cooler lids at saltwater bar Beer cooler door damaged behind saltwater bar
In-use ice scoop for ice machine located outside not stored in a protected manner between uses.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Walk in cooler above sliced cheese, removed
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Reach in cooler and freezer in dining room containing unpackaged food
Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Soda gun above drink ice at saltwater bar
May 2, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate12 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 11 live flies near trash can at end of indoor bar
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Utensil holder on top of hand sink n dish room, removed. Hand sink at saltwater bar in corner next to triple sink and blocked by wood shelving
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cooler handles soiled
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Outside next to walk-in cooler
Equipment in poor repair. Top drawers of chest coolers at saltwater bar
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment at saltwater bar
In-use ice scoop for ice machine located outside not stored in a protected manner between uses. Ice scoop mounted to unsealed exterior wood wall next to outdoor ice machine
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooler gaskets spiled. Hood filters soiled
Open dumpster lid.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Front door held open
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Reach in cooler and freezer with unpackaged food and beverage items in dining room not secured
Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area. Outdoor ice machine accessible to customers not secured
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Walk-in ooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Mar 7, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 11 live flies near trash can at end of indoor bar
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Utensil holder on top of hand sink n dish room, removed. Hand sink at saltwater bar in corner next to triple sink and blocked by wood shelving
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. All training certificates expired in 2023
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cooler handles soiled
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Outside next to walk-in cooler
Equipment in poor repair. Top drawers of chest coolers at saltwater bar
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment at saltwater bar
In-use ice scoop for ice machine located outside not stored in a protected manner between uses. Ice scoop mounted to unsealed exterior wood wall next to outdoor ice machine
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooler gaskets spiled. Hood filters soiled
Open dumpster lid.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Front door held open
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Reach in cooler and freezer with unpackaged food and beverage items in dining room not secured
Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area. Outdoor ice machine accessible to customers not secured
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Walk-in ooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Mar 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate13 Basic
Show 17 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 11 live flies near trash can at end of indoor bar
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Utensil holder on top of hand sink n dish room, removed. Hand sink at saltwater bar in corner next to triple sink and blocked by wood shelving
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Staff observed dumping water into hand sink at front bar
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. All training certificates expired in 2023
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cooler handles soiled
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Outside next to walk-in cooler
Equipment in poor repair. Top drawers of chest coolers at saltwater bar
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment at saltwater bar
In-use ice scoop for ice machine located outside not stored in a protected manner between uses. Ice scoop mounted to unsealed exterior wood wall next to outdoor ice machine
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooler gaskets spiled. Hood filters soiled
Open dumpster lid.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Front door held open
Single-service articles improperly stored. Pizza boxes on floor outside next to walk-in cooler
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Reach in cooler and freezer with unpackaged food and beverage items in dining room not secured
Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area. Outdoor ice machine accessible to customers not secured
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Walk-in ooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Dec 6, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Individually packaged cake slices not dated in glass cooler
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink at saltwater hippie bar in corner next to triple sink not accessible due to wood shelving and beer cooler
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Written plan emailed to operator during inspection
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Beer cooler shelves at outside bar
Equipment in poor repair. Beer cooler lids at saltwater hippie bar
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets soiled
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed mushrooms over Parmesan cheese and washed romaine, order corrected
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Oct 2, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate16 Basic
Show 22 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Pizza slices in kitchen, held less than 4 hrs, time added
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Individually packaged cake slices not dated in glass cooler
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink at saltwater hippie bar in corner next to triple sink not accessible due to wood shelving and beer cooler
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No valid CFM provided during inspection, here employees present during
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Written plan emailed to operator during inspection
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Bathroom at saltwater hippie
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Near triple sink
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Beer cooler shelves at outside bar
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Next to steam table
Equipment in poor repair. Beer cooler lids at saltwater hippie bar
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. In use pizza peels stored on soiled cardboard on floor in front of pizza oven
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Tong handle in cut romaine, removed
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink at saltwater hippie bar
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets soiled
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear door to kitchen
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Grouper thawing at room temperature, moved to cooler
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed mushrooms over Parmesan cheese and washed romaine, order corrected
Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. At saltwater hippie bar
Jul 14, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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