ILUNIES DOCKSIDE SPORTS GRILL
955 RIVERSIDE DR, Palmetto FL 34221
Last inspected Jul 31, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2017027033 | Apr 28, 2017 | Jun 15, 2017 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 31, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 9 Mahi Mahi filets thawed and stored in commercially processed reduced oxygen packaging inside of walk in cooler. Manager discarded filets.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on bottom shelf of prep table next to Buffalo sauce on cook line. Manager corrected storage of bucket.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink at bar with strainer inside of sink. Establishment using sink as dump sink. Manager removed strainer.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed scoop with no handle stored in flour container. Manager removed scoop.
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Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed carbon dioxide tank in chemical closet not secured.
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. See stop sale. Observed 9 Mahi Mahi filets thawed and stored in commercially processed reduced oxygen packaging inside of walk in cooler. Manager discarded filets.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelf in walk in cooler with rust that has pitted the surface.
Dec 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
7 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Observed house-made caesar dressing stored in the walk in cooler with the date 12/1. Manager discarded dressing.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed house-made caesar dressing stored in the walk in cooler with the date 12/1. Manager discarded dressing.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed employee handle dirty dishes and proceed to handle clean utensil. Employee removed utensil to be sanitized and washed hands.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged Tuna and Salmon stored in the walk in cooler bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package stored in the Manager discarded items.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle containing cleaning fluid next to bottle of mojo marinade on bottom of prep table in salad prep area. Manager removed bottle.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose bibb without vacuum breaker under handwashing sink next to cook line.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. No consumer advisory on menu. Emailed consumer advisory to operator. Operator printed and posted advisory before end of inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottles containing cleaning fluid on handwashing sink in bar area not labeled. Employee labeled bottles.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged Tuna and Salmon stored in the walk in cooler bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Manager discarded items.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light shield missing in the dishwasher area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed box of raw shrimp temping at 34F thawing on speed rack next to walk in freezer. Manager placed box in walk in cooler.
Sep 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Augustine and Bernardo.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in back kitchen area and front beverage station.Person in charge cleaned bins. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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.observed intact raw tuna in reduced oxygen package. Person in charge removed from ROP.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.employee put on hat and washed hands.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Food stored on floor.observed in walk-in cooler 2 tubs of onions stored on floor.Person in charge removed from floor.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Apr 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at front hand sink. Manager replaced towels.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine with black buildup.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed pan with no handle in flour bin. Employee removed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee purse on wait station counter next to food items.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed food handling employee with no hair restraint.
Food stored on floor. Observed two tubs of onions stored on floor in walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on shelf pole between uses. Employee removed. observed knife sharpener stored on hole between shelves. Employee removed.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed shrimp being thawed in container on prep table. Operator stated had only been out one hour. Owner put in cooler.
Jan 2, 2025□ 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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Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed the can opener stored in a soiled holder.
Oct 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed a dishwasher load the dishwasher with dirty dishes then put away clean dishes without washing their hands. Employee washed their hands and out the soiled dishes in the dish machine to run.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed fish in the walk in cooler and cook line that were reduced oxygen packaged and completely thawed without being removed from their packaging. Operator willingly disposed of fish.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed grill cleaner stored above clean dishes and observed soap stored next to boxed soda in the kitchen and dry storage area respectively. Operator removed the chemicals.
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. Observed no proof of employee training.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black build up on the inside and outside ice machines.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed multiple bowls being used as scoops in seasonings.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed the can opener stored in a soiled holder.
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. Observed fish in the walk in cooler and cook line that were reduced oxygen packaged and completely thawed without being removed from their packaging. Operator willingly disposed of fish.
Feb 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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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 some employees with no written plan in place.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black slimy buildup interior of ice machine.
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. Observed sealed packages of raw tuna thawing in walk-in cooler. Operator cut slits in bag.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed customer drink cups stacked wet.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in small white reach in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign in employee restroom.
Pan storage shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelf adjacent to walk in freezer.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed coffee filters not covered. Operator placed in covered container.
Oct 23, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed five dented cans of red peppers and one dented can of green beans. Manager removed from shelf.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed c02 tank not secured in bar area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green cutting board on hot station heavily grooved.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stacked wet Customer drink cups at bar area. Manager spread out to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed some squeeze bottles not label. Employee labeled.
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.