SALTY DOGS STEAMER AND BAR
107 COURTHOUSE SQ, Inverness FL 34450 · 3522123412
Last inspected May 11, 2026 · 12 visits since November 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies in kitchen by stand mixer 1 live fly in bus tub Approximately 6 live flies in bar area near soda gun holster in the middle of the bar
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
May 11, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 5, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate10 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. 0 ppm, manager prime it and change sanitizer, chlorine 50ppm.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Freezer near dish machine, raw beef stored above cooked chicken (portioned bags), manager moved and stored properly.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Reach-in cooler at the cook line, rice made 4/27/26: two containers of chili 4/28/26, beef 4/24/26.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At the cook line, enchiladas 98F, stored on top of oven, per employee enchiladas were reheated approximately 2-3 hrs prior.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Clams from December 2025 through April, no date marked with last date served.
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. For one male employee at the cook line
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. For three employees
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. At the cook line, grilled peppers, backed potatoes and grilled onions no date marked, also hot dogs no date, per employee items were cooked/opened 05/03-04/26.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl no handle inside red sauce, and dry products on cook line.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink above prep table next to steam table.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee electronic cigarette on prep table next to mixer, Manager removed.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach-in cooler (chest freezer near dish machine).
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. At the cook line, knives between coolers.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Reach-in cooler at the cook line (doors with exposed insulation).
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwash sink at the bar area.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Mop sink located behind restaurant, no drainage, manager manually connected plumbing, observed leaking pipe,
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach-in cooler and freezers soiled with mold like substance or slime
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. At the cook line, employee moved off the floor.
Nov 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 5, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate1 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. Pork placed in reach in cooler at approximately 11:30pm on 9/4. pork (51F - Cooling) at 12:19pm. See stop sale.
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. 0ppm at bar dish machine, operator primed machine. 50ppm.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw ground beef stored over intact steaks in reach in cooler below flat tops
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Pork placed in reach in cooler at approximately 11:30pm on 9/4. pork (51F - Cooling) at 12:19pm. See stop sale.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Rylee Bobby
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.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Light control device installed over prep table in kitchen
May 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above ready-to-eat food like lettuce and potatoes in reach-in cooler off cook line/warewashing area. Operator moved and stored correctly.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Pie (Key Lime, Cheesecake, Peanut Butter) (48F - Cold Holding) in dessert cooler in bar area stored overnight. Product has not had a temperature taken today. Issued stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Pie (Key Lime, Cheesecake, Peanut Butter) (48F - Cold Holding) in dessert cooler in bar area stored overnight. Product has not had a temperature taken today. Issued stop sale.
Clam tags not marked with last date served.
Dec 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Handwash sink removed from kitchen dish area next to triple sink, according to plans from 2021.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan- Ice machine outside back door, not on original plans approved in 2021. According to this plan there was an air conditioner where the ice machine was located. Also, according to original approved plans, a handwash sink was removed from next to the triple sink in the kitchen dish area.. A dishwasher is located in the bar area, it in approved plans.
Dec 16, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Handwash sink removed from kitchen dish area next to triple sink, according to plans from 2021.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan- Ice machine outside back door, not on original plans approved in 2021. According to this plan there was an air conditioner where the ice machine was located. Also, according to original approved plans, a handwash sink was removed from next to the triple sink in the kitchen dish area.. A dishwasher is located in the bar area, it in approved plans.
Dec 6, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Handwash sink removed from kitchen dish area next to triple sink, according to plans from 2021.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan- Ice machine outside back door, not on original plans approved in 2021. According to this plan there was an air conditioner where the ice machine was located. Also, according to original approved plans, a handwash sink was removed from next to the triple sink in the kitchen dish area.. A dishwasher is located in the bar area, it in approved plans.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Several soiled wet wiping cloths on counter underneath stand mixer. Employee moved.
Dec 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Butter at 65F.25 pound 3 chopped, cooked sauteed onions Cut Cabbage 1head 1lbs cooked rice
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter at 65F.25 pound out on counter since 11:00 am, see stop sale 3 chopped, cooked sauteed onions at 63F on counter since 11:00 am, see stop sale 1 head Cut Cabbage in kitchen 50F reach in cooler made on 12/04/2024 second temperature 50F, manager discarded, see stop sale. 1lbs cooked rice made on 12/04/2024, reach in cooler on cook line 46F 2nd temp 2:45 46F, manager discarded see stop sale. Baked potatoes reach in cooler in kitchen 50F, prepped at 1:30 pm, second temp 43F at 2:45 pm.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Handwash sink removed from kitchen dish area next to triple sink, according to plans from 2021.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan- Ice machine outside back door, not on original plans approved in 2021. According to this plan there was an air conditioner where the ice machine was located. Also, according to original approved plans, a handwash sink was removed from next to the triple sink in the kitchen dish area.. A dishwasher is located in the bar area, it in approved plans.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on cook line in kitchen on cooking equipment. Employee moved.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Several soiled wet wiping cloths on counter underneath stand mixer. Employee moved.
Mar 27, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies in kitchen by stand mixer 1 live fly in bus tub Approximately 6 live flies in bar area near soda gun holster in the middle of the bar
Mar 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies in kitchen by stand mixer 1 live fly in bus tub Approximately 6 live flies in bar area near soda gun holster in the middle of the bar
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Coleslaw Potato Salad Cut lettuce Cut tomatoes Crab salad Country pork Sour cream Guacamole Diced tomatoes Shredded cheese mix Melted butter Cooked onions
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler across from steam tables in kitchen. Operator states items have been in reach in cooler since approximately 8am. No temperatures documented. See stop sale. cut tomatoes (54F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (55F - Cold Holding); potato salad (54F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (51F - Cold Holding); crab salad (56F - Cold Holding); country pork (54F - Cold Holding) Items on counter since 11am: sour cream (71F - Cold Holding); guacamole (70F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (70F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese mix (69F - Cold Holding) see stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. butter (78F - Hot Holding); cooked onions (81F - Hot Holding) on counter in front of sandwich presses. See stop sale.
Nov 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. 2 drink cups on table in cook line area. Operator removed.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee preparing food in cook line area
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink in bar area
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