FRECKLED FIN IRISH PUB
5337 GULF DR N UNIT 600, Holmes Beach FL 34217 · 941-251-3930
Last inspected Mar 11, 2026 · 12 visits since November 2023
SEP 24
APR 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
MAR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 13 points off where it started.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches in kitchen, 1 beneath hand wash sink next to 2 door make station and 1 live roaches in front of 2 door make station.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2026030623 | Mar 9, 2026 | Jul 20, 2026 | $200 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Mar 11, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed drain pipe under outside bar hand wash sink drains into a bucket.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete in bar area in front and beneath ice machine.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe under 3 compartment sink in kitchen.
Mar 9, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine dish machine at 0ppms. Operator primed dish machine. Chlorine dish machine now at 100ppm.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches in kitchen, 1 beneath hand wash sink next to 2 door make station and 1 live roaches in front of 2 door make station.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink at outside bar area. Operator replaced paper towel.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing sink at outside bar area. Operator replaced soap.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in room closet containing lockers. Observed 4 dead roaches in liquor storage closet. 2 in front of liquor rack and 2 along wall behind Co2 tanks next to beer cooler. Observed 6 dead in dining room along wall beneath dining tables. 1 dead in kitchen on cook line in front of double oven.
Food stored on floor. Observed a pan of beef stored on the floor in walk-in cooler under rack. Operator moved pan to shelf.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed drain pipe under outside bar hand wash sink drains into a bucket.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete in bar area in front and beneath ice machine.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe under 3 compartment sink in kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not hung to dry. Operator hung mop to dry.
Feb 12, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed bottom shelf of food preparation table with visible rust on surface.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete's in bar area at ice machine.
Feb 4, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine dish machine at 0ppm. Operator set up 3 compartment sink to sanitize dishes.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over bagged soup in 2 door reach-in cooler on cook line. Operator moved eggs.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef over raw fish in walk-in cooler. Operator moved beef below fish.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed mussel tag not marked with last date used. Operator put date on mussel tag.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of soda guns at bar area with black mold like substance. Operator cleaned and sanitized soda guns.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling and vent in kitchen across from dish machine with excess dust.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximate 3 dead roaches in back corner beneath shelf in liquor room. Operator removed roaches started cleaning area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed bottom shelf of food preparation table with visible rust on surface.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete's in bar area at ice machine.
Sep 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tile in kitchen above water heats with black mold like substances.
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed no cove molding in kitchen along wall next to 2 door make station.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed exit door back exit door from bar next to office without a self closer.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete in bar area and in kitchen at dish machine.
Sep 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found observed approximately 20 small black flying insects in bar area at floor drain next to glass washing machine.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw sesame crusted over cooked tuna fish salad in2 door reach-in cooler on cook line. Operator moved raw tune to bottom of reach-in cooler
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed quaternary ware washing sanitizer in 3 compartment sink to strong. Operator diluted quaternary sanitizer to 400ppm.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance in ice machine in bar area. Operator cleaned and sanitized area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tile in kitchen above water heats with black mold like substances.
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed no cove molding in kitchen along wall next to 2 door make station.
Food stored on floor. Observed fryer oil on floor behind cook line across from 3 compartment sink. Operator moved fryer oil off the floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in-use tongs on oven door handle on cook line. Operator removed tongs.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no employees must wash hand sign in woman's restroom. Operator hung a new handwashing sign.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed exit door back exit door from bar next to office without a self closer.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete in bar area and in kitchen at dish machine.
Apr 4, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Hole in or other damage to wall. 3x2 foot hole in the wall behind the ice machine in the wait station area.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Unsealed floors in the bar area.
Apr 2, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee coughed, sneezed, used a handkerchief or disposable tissue then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee coughed into their hand then handled clean equipment without washing their hands. Employee removed the equipment to be sanitized and washed their hands.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. All the following items were stored in the top section of the reach in cooler on the right side of the cook line.; Cut lettuce (54F - Cold Holding); Cut cabbage (52F - Cold Holding); Cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); Leafy greens (51F - Cold Holding); Pico sauce (52F - Cold Holding); Cheddar cheese (53F - Hot Holding); Sauerkraut (54F - Cold Holding) Owner stated all the items were stored in the reach in cooler overnight. Owner discarded the items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. All the following items were stored in the top section of the reach in cooler on the right side of the cook line.; Cut lettuce (54F - Cold Holding); Cut cabbage (52F - Cold Holding); Cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); Leafy greens (51F - Cold Holding); Pico sauce (52F - Cold Holding); Cheddar cheese (53F - Hot Holding); Sauerkraut (54F - Cold Holding) Owner stated all the items were stored in the reach in cooler overnight. Owner discarded the items.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottles of cleaning fluid stored next to bottles of ketchup in the kitchen. Owner removed the spray bottles.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer blade soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bartender rinsed a drink mixer cup in the hand washing sink in the bar area. Owner removed the mixer cup to be sanitized.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Food stored on floor. Box of breading and bottles of vinegar stored in the floor in the kitchen. Manager placed the items on a shelf..
Hole in or other damage to wall. 3x2 foot hole in the wall behind the ice machine in the wait station area.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Unsealed floors in the bar area.
Sep 11, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Observed multiple pieces of unused equipment in back garbage area.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unseal concrete in bar area.
Sep 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 20 small black flying insects in bar area under soda gun.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade with build up of food residue in kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling with accumulated dust in kitchen area.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed three dead roaches in alcohol storage area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor in bar area near ice machine
Food stored on floor. Observed container of flour on floor. Operator moved flour to shelf.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle of scoop in breading. Operator removed scoop.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelf above fryers with build up of grease and food debris.
Open dumpster lid. Observed open dumpster lid.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in cooler on cooks line across from flat top grill and in reach in cooler in bar area beneath register.
Stored food not covered. Observed uncovered chicken with in walk in cooler on bottom shelf. Operator covered chicken.
Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Observed multiple pieces of unused equipment in back garbage area.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unseal concrete in bar area.
Mar 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed on the cook line: Butter (70F - Cold Holding). Operator stated it had been out for approximately 1 day. Operator willingly disposed of the butter.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the cook line: Butter (70F - Cold Holding). Operator stated it had been out for approximately 1 day. Operator willingly disposed of the butter.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed a missing vacuum breaker for their mop sink splitter.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for their chlorine triple sink.
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. Observed only 1 signed agreement. Emailed operator and instructed him to have the employees sign. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black build up on the ice machine bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed debris build up on the top of the dish machine.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered receptacle for their shared employee restroom.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed an employee with no hair restraint cooking food. Operator had the employee put on a hat.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed a build up of water on the floor next to the ice machine.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor below all cook line equipment has a build up of debris. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nov 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee handled raw fish changed gloves then handled clean equipment without washing their hands. Employee washed their hands and changed gloves.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged Mahi stored in the packaging after being fully thawed. Manager stated the Mahi had been thawed for approximately 2 days. Manager discarded the mahi.
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 handouts to the operator. Operator filled out 1 form before the end of the inspection.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged Mahi stored in the packaging after being fully thawed. Manager stated the Mahi had been thawed for approximately 2 days. Manager discarded the mahi
Equipment in poor repair. Can opener holster on the cook line rusted.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under all equipment on the cook line and the bar area soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Floor fan in the kitchen soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of the reach in cooler in the wait station area soiled.
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