JOEY D'S AT PALMETTO
945 10 ST E, Palmetto FL 34221 · 941.416.1966
Last inspected Aug 20, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 19 points off where it started.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed handout to the manager.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2021033853 | Jun 18, 2021 | Sep 9, 2021 | $160 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan guards in walk in cooler soiled.
Aug 12, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate9 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 dish machine chlorine measuring 0ppm. Operator set up 3 compartment sink with a quaternary measuring 200ppm.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed establishment conducting 48 hr exception on Sous Vide Chicken. Sous Vide Chicken stored on cook line and walk in cooler without date and time markings. Chicken was from 8/8/2026 per operator. Operator discarded chicken.
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 at time of inspection.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed paint brush with metal binding used to spread oil stored in prep area.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed chemical spray bottle on host stand in front of house with no label.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed scoop with no handle stored inside of parmesan cheese near server station.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed duct tape used to repair handle of reach in cooler in server station
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor next to fryer soiled.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between equipment on make line. Manager removed knife from between equipment.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed plastic to go containers not inverted above make line in kitchen. Employee inverted containers
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed establishment conducting 48 hr exception on Sous Vide Chicken. Sous Vide Chicken stored on cook line and walk in cooler without date and time markings. Chicken was from 8/8/2026 per operator. Operator discarded chicken.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan guards in walk in cooler soiled.
Apr 28, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed multiple unlabeled chemical spray bottles.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed debris buildup inside their dish machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed single service cups used as scoops. Operator removed them.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiple employee drinks stored with their food prep. Operator removed the drinks.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed multiple employee personal items stored with and above food storage/prep areas. Operator removed some items.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed food and grease debris buildup underneath their cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed a stack of soda bottles stored on the floor of the back storage hallway.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed food debris buildup on their cook line microwave.
Feb 25, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate9 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 an employee go from dirty to clean dishes without washing their hand or putting on gloves. Operator had them wash their hands and put on gloves.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the line: Pizza sauce (77F - Cold Holding). Operator stated it had been out for approximately 1hr. Operator placed it int he walk in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed debris buildup on their can opener.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed approximately 8 employees handling food products without a certified food manager present. Operator states they left but will be back later today.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed the establishment conducting sous vide cooking of chicken and cold holding it for 5days. Operator states they will go on with the 48 exception rule.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed multiple unlabeled chemical spray bottles.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed debris buildup inside their dish machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed single service cups used as scoops. Operator removed them.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiple employee drinks stored with their food prep. Operator removed the drinks.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed multiple employee personal items stored with and above food storage/prep areas. Operator removed some items.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed food and grease debris buildup underneath their cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed a stack of soda bottles stored on the floor of the back storage hallway.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed a wet wiping cloth stored under their prep cutting board. Operator removed it.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed food debris buildup on their cook line microwave.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed sous vide cooked chicken in the walk in cooler not properly labeled. Operator stated it was made the day before and opened the package.
Nov 25, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Container of Chicken wings (47F - Cooling); stored in the walk in cooler. Chef stated the wings were placed in the walk in cooler to cool on 9/24. Chef discarded the wings.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Container of Chicken wings (47F - Cooling); stored in the walk in cooler. Chef stated the wings were placed in the walk in cooler to cool on 9/24. Chef discarded the wings.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottles containing cleaning fluid stored next to food on the cook line. Employee removed the bottles.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed handout to the manager.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer blade soiled.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles containing cleaning fluid not labeled. Chef labeled the bottles
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Hole in or other damage to wall. 1x1 foot hole in the wall in the back storage room next to the exit.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drinks stored in the glass door reach in cooler in the wait station area and the reach in freezer on the cook line. Employee removed the drinks
Mar 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone and back pack on food prep table. Employees moved.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed drain plug missing on dumpster.
Oct 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.observed containers of chemicals stored above and next to clean dish and food throughout the establishment. Operator moved some the chemicals.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed their hand wash sink used to dump ice. Operator removed the ice.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed multiple unlabeled spray bottles containing chemicals. Operate labels them.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black build up on the left side ice machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed debris build up on top of the dish machine.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed a container of employee food not labeled or separated in a reach in cooler. Operator separated and labeled the container.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of pickles stored on the floor for the walk in cooler.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed their dumpster missing a drain plug.
Stored food not covered. Observed stored food in the right side freezer on the cook line with the food uncovered. Operator covered them.
Feb 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 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.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door. Manager removed.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee energy drink in reach in freezer on food line. Manager moved.
Oct 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 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.
Designated employee eating/drinking/smoking area located in a food preparation or other restricted area causing possible cross contamination. Observed employee food and drink on shelf at server area. Manager moved.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on server food prep area. Manager moved cell phone.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stacked wet drink cups in server area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed unlabeled squeeze bottles in kitchen. Operator labeled bottles.
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