ISLAND TIME BAR & GRILL
937 E GULF DR, Sanibel FL 33957 · 239-558-4429
Last inspected Aug 3, 2026 · 6 visits since May 2024
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 32 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw fish in reach in cooler. Operator moved foods to proper storage
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2026014400 | Jan 8, 2026 | Apr 8, 2026 | $400 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Aug 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Fresh peeled garlic stored on grocery to go bag. Operator mood to food container
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Prepared rice and sauce, per operator made 24 hours prior, not date marked.
Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Ground beef tube in food container on storage shelf. Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards.
Jan 8, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw ground beef stored directly over raw fish in reach in cooler. Operator moved foods to proper storage. This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 08-21-2025
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Ten - 6oz packages of grouper with a label stating to remove from package prior to thawing, were observed completely thawed and still under reduced oxygen packaging This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 08-21-2025
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled behind bar.
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. Ten - 6oz packages of grouper with a label stating to remove from package prior to thawing, were observed completely thawed and still under reduced oxygen packaging This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 08-21-2025
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Aug 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw fish in reach in cooler. Operator moved foods to proper storage
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. In reach in cooler on cooks line were 4 - 6oz packages of Mahi Mahi and 7 - 4oz packages Yellowfin Tuna all full thawed and all bearing a label stating "Remove from package prior to thawing under refrigeration".
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit for quaternary sanitizer.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
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. In reach in cooler on cooks line were 4 - 6oz packages of Mahi Mahi and 7 - 4oz packages Yellowfin Tuna all full thawed and all bearing a label stating "Remove from package prior to thawing under refrigeration".
May 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple Sink (Quaternary 00ppm); Operator replaced sanitizer and refilled to achieve: Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm)
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw ground beef stored over ready to eat foods in reach in cooler. Operator moved food to proper storage
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Krystal and Cierra have no proof of training
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Ramekin used as scoop green sauce, operatpr removed.
Feb 4, 2025Inspection 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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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Partial bottle of water on back prep table. Operator removed.
May 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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.