MANATEE PUB
10175 W FISHBOWL DR, Homosassa FL 34448 · 352-628-5337
Last inspected May 12, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 on wall near beer taps
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026036657 | May 12, 2026 | Jul 22, 2026 | $800 |
| 3--2024054766 | Jul 24, 2024 | Feb 26, 2025 | $600 |
| 3--2023069261 | Oct 30, 2023 | Jan 16, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Front door leading into bar has gap at bottom threshold.
Hole in or other damage to wall in dry storage room near the bar area, ceiling in dry storage room in disrepair with water damage. Floors in disrepair with flooring peeling and cracks in floor throughout establishment.
Open dumpster lid.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment (chairs, toilets, etc.) on the premises near dumpster and rear of establishment. Also, an unused storage shed in disrepair in rear of building. Discussed with operator.
Ordered shut on the spot. 5 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. - 2 rodent droppings in kitchen/food prep area off seating section. - 3 rodent droppings behind in door bar area near equipment. - 1 rodent dropping on floor in the indoor seating area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Front door leading into bar has gap at bottom threshold.
Hole in or other damage to wall in dry storage room near the bar area, ceiling in dry storage room in disrepair with water damage. Floors in disrepair with flooring peeling and cracks in floor throughout establishment.
Open dumpster lid.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment (chairs, toilets, etc.) on the premises near dumpster and rear of establishment. Also, an unused storage shed in disrepair in rear of building. Discussed with operator.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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No soap provided at handwash sink in bar area near three compartment sink. Operator placed soap.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Meatballs and sausage in vertical reach in cooler
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Marguerite
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 1 recorded.
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Marguerite
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Bathroom facility in disrepair.
Bathroom facility not clean.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Floors, walls and ceilings in walk in cooler soiled with mold like substance -floors behind bar equipment soiled
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -fan guards in walk in cooler soiled
Open dumpster lid.
Ordered shut on the spot. 10 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 on wall near beer taps
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 15 in bares area near draft beer taps/slot machine 7 in corner of bar area adjacent to kitchen are
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Plastic containers stored in hand sink in kitchen area
Bathroom facility in disrepair.
Bathroom facility not clean.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 in bar area near beer taps 1 in kitchen area behind hand sink
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Floors, walls and ceilings in walk in cooler soiled with mold like substance -floors behind bar equipment soiled
Food stored on floor. Flour bin stored on floor
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -fan guards in walk in cooler soiled
Open dumpster lid.
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.