TEMPTATION BAR & GRILL
350 PARK AVE, Boca Grande FL 33921 · 941.964.2610
Last inspected Mar 9, 2026 · 6 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections within 21 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed liquid eggs 3 ounces with expiration date of 11/22/23. Operator discarded the food item.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025088907 | Oct 30, 2025 | Jan 12, 2026 | $160 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Mar 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose Bibb with no vacuum breaker at back exterior entrance of building next to mop sink. Operator placed vacuum breakers during inspection.
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed drain line from ice machine at frontline handwash sink.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee beverage at Reach in Cooler not identified/segregated. Operator labeled and segregated the employee beverage.
Oct 30, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef in front of raw chicken at Reach in Cooler. Operator removed the raw beef from the front of kitchen to a safe and proper place.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed multiple tags not date marked. Educated the operator.
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/ Manager: Jeffrey Simmons, 10/13/2020.
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/
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone at prep table. Operator removed the cell phone to a location away from food preparation area.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple frying shortening on the floor next to the Walk in Cooler.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching the flour at kitchen. Operator removed the handle from touching the food item.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container not labeled at prep area next to the back interior entrance of the kitchen. Operator labeled the food item.
Apr 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed wiping cloth solution over 200ppm on test strip at sanitizer bucket underneath handwash sink. Operator added more water to measure at 100ppm test strip.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed drain line going into handwash sink at frontline handwash sink across the salad display cooler unit.
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/. Person in Charge: Christina Harper.
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.
Feb 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over cooked beef at Reach in Cooler. Operator switched the food items.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed chlorine sanitizer over 200ppm on test strip. Operator corrected by adding more water to 100ppm.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed sanitizer container with utensil at frontline handwash sink. Operator removed the container.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed no expiration date on foodhandler training certificate. Operator completed the document by placing expiration date.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash. Observed food items below paper towels grabbed with wet hands at prep table.
In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses. Observed knife in sanitizer solution at prep area. Operator removed the knife from the sanitizer solution.
Apr 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed milk at Walk in Cooler not date marked.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Daniel Colvin, 07/17/2018.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container at bar handwash sink. Operator removed the container.
In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses. Observed knife in sanitizer next to kitchen back entrance handwash sink. Operator removed the knife from sanitizer.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed multiple shelves at Walk in Cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on cutting board at Make Table. Operator placed back in the sanitizer container.
Jan 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed liquid eggs 3 ounces with expiration date of 11/22/23. Operator discarded the food item.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at back exterior of the establishment next to mop sink.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed 2 oyster tags not marked with last date served. The chef date marked the tags.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee wringing the sanitizer wiping cloth at cookline handwash sink. Educated the employee.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered waste receptacles at both unisex restrooms. Educated the operator.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. Observed no waste receptacle at cookline handwash sink.
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