MINNIES BEACH CAFE INC
5360 GULF DR, Holmes Beach FL 34217 · 941-778-4140
Last inspected Mar 5, 2026 · 12 visits since August 2023
APR 24
DEC 24
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 50 live roaches under 2 door reach in, across from cook line. Observed approximately 5 live roaches under preparation table on cook line. Observed approximately 10 live roaches on the floor in the hallway dry storage area.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024007405 | Feb 1, 2024 | Mar 25, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Mar 5, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed establishment operating with an expired license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork in 2 door reach-in cooler over cream cheese mixture. Operator moved pork to bottom of reach-in.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed server chlorine wiping cloth sanitizer to strong. Operator diluted chlorine sanitizer to 100ppm.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic tile through out kitchen.
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in dining room near server area with water stains and soil.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on food preparation table. Operator removed beverage.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged in food preparation without a hair restraint. Employee put on hat.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup-up in reach - in freezer in hallway.
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed lids.
Sep 17, 2025□ 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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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic tiles in kitchen above oven and ice machine.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach-in freezer located in hallway.
Sep 16, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a bottle of aspirin on shelf at cook line next to food items. Operator moved aspirin to personal shelf.
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 sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Operator discontinued use of dishwasher machine for sanitizing at set up tree compartment sink for sanitizing.
Live, small flying insects found observed approximately 30 small black flying insects in dry storage closet on the shelves and on and around onions in a food bin.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed potato salad and cut melon at 48F in 2 door reach-in cooler in kitchen at 48F. Operator stated she had cooler open for approximately 20 minutes doing inventory for order. Operator placed item on ice to rapidly cool.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed butter being held on time in dining room without a time mark. Operator stated butter had been out for approximately 1.5 hours and would be discarded after 4 hours. Operator put time mark on butter.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine wiping cloth sanitizer too strong. Operator diluted chlorine sanitizer to 100ppm.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic tiles in kitchen above oven and ice machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in men's bathroom cracked and water stained.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on clean glass tray on food preparation table in kitchen. Operator removed beverage.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach-in freezer located in hallway.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed wiping cloth sanitizer in server area not at proper minimum strength. Operator corrected sanitizer to 50ppm.
Apr 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by dirty dishes. Operator removed dishes.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employees drink on food preparation table in kitchen next to cutting board. Operator removed drink.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing floor tiles under 2 door reach-in cooler in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed sack of potato's on floor in hallway way. Operator stated potato's had come in that morning. Operator moved potato's to shelf.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in waitstaff cooler.
Open dumpster lid. Observed open dumpster lid. Operator closed lid.
Feb 20, 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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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic tiles various parts of the kitchen ceiling.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing floor tiles under 2 door reach in stainless cooler in kitchen.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed dumpster without plug.
Dec 19, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. Employee stated all paper work was with owners off site.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic tiles various parts of the kitchen ceiling.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing floor tiles under 2 door reach in stainless cooler in kitchen.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed dumpster without plug.
Dec 11, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine sanitizer at 0ppm. Operator set up 3 compartment sink to sanitize.
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 pasta salad marked 12/3/24. Operators discarded product.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed bucket of.wiping cloth sanitizer to strong waitstaff area. Employee changed sanitizer and corrected to 50 ppm.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of certified food managers training, employee stated that paper work with owners off site.
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. Employee stated all paper work was with owners off site.
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. Operator stated that signed agreements where at her house.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic tiles various parts of the kitchen ceiling.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing floor tiles under 2 door reach in stainless cooler in kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in reach in chest freezer in kitchen next to doorway.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed dumpster without plug.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Open dumpster lid. Observed open dumpster lids. Employee closed lids.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed maintenance equipment on bottom shelf of food prep table next to food products.
Apr 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon over flour tortillas and cheese. Employee removed tortillas and cheese. Items were placed on shelf over raw bacon.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris and soil under flat top grill and on surface behind and under microwave.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Holding frame broke. Owner has license and is in the process of reframing.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone in food prep area. Employee removed phone.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Drink cups stacked while still wet. Educated employee on proper drying.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing near 2 door reach- in cooler in kitchen.
Open dumpster lid.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed several pieces of discarded equipment outside back door of establishment. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Feb 2, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Through out the establishment.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed in several places through put establishments floor tiles broken.
Hole in or other damage to wall. 1x1 foot hole in the wall under the three compartment sink.
Feb 1, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 17 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority1 Intermediate12 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. Employee handled dirty dishes then clean dishes without washing their hands.. Employee rewashed the dishes and and washed their hands.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 50 live roaches under 2 door reach in, across from cook line. Observed approximately 5 live roaches under preparation table on cook line. Observed approximately 10 live roaches on the floor in the hallway dry storage area.
Server handled soiled dishes and then picked up plated food without washing hands. Employee washed their hands.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer head soiled. Slicer blade soiled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Through out the establishment.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 15 dead roaches under 2 door reach in across from cooks line. Observed approximately 5 dead next to refrigerator in back hall area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled under all equipment in the establishment.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed in several places through put establishments floor tiles broken.
Food stored on floor. Observed fryer oil on floor in hallway near bathrooms. Manager moved oil to shelf
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed garbage around dumpster on pad.
Hole in or other damage to wall. 1x1 foot hole in the wall under the three compartment sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign in left restroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. All shelves in the cook line area soiled. All shelves in the front counter cabinets soiled.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed pizza boxes stored on floor next to stand up reach-in cooler in hallway. Manager moved pizza boxes to a shelf.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed several pieces of discarded equipment outside back door of the establishment.
Aug 22, 2023□ 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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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen not smooth and easily cleanable.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floors in kitchen not smooth and easily cleanable.
Aug 17, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medication on shelf over prep area across from cook line.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee drop glove on kitchen floor, picked up glove to throw it out, then go back to prep table to continue work. Advised employee hands must be washed before putting on new gloves and resuming work. Employee washed hands and put on gloves.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 4 small flying insects located in hallway by doorway to kitchen.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed package of cream cheese stored directly on top of raw shell eggs in refrigerator located in kitchen. Operator moved cream cheese.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed hose at mop sink with no vacuum breaker. Operator disconnected hose.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed the soiled ice machine in kitchen.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen not smooth and easily cleanable.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in storage closet with cleaning chemicals. Observed 1 dead roach next to stand up refrigerator located near back door. Operator removed dead roaches.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floors in kitchen not smooth and easily cleanable.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed ice build up in stand up reach in freezer located in hallway.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven in the kitchen as soiled.
Newspaper used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed news paper used to line shelf of prep area across from cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled fan in kitchen located over dish machine.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls in kitchen by cookline.
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.