Arubas Bar and Grill
Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026
74
Score
Arubas Bar and Grill appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 24, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around three violations across recent inspections versus roughly seven violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “no proof provided that food employees are informed”, showing up two times.
Restaurants in Moore Haven average 82, so Arubas Bar and Grill trails the local norm. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 24, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
74
Nov 24, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - 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. Employee signed form. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed behind grill and fryer.
36-01-4
Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable: under steam table.
14-13-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
14-73-4
74
Aug 22, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Lizard dropping on menu. Operator removed and sanitized. **Corrective Action Taken**
35A-09-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over dressing. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - 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.
53B-02-5
Intermediate - 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. Provided form to operator who will have employee sign. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing as dump sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Three dead roaches under handwashing sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit: chest freezer.
05-09-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Operator was given a copy of this inspection report. **Corrective Action Taken**
51-18-6
Basic - Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination.
25-09-4
45
Mar 27, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
82
Jul 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Pinto beans dated 7/5 in walk in cooler. Operator removed from service. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Pinto beans dated 7/5 in walk in cooler. Operator removed from service. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-24-5
Intermediate - 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. Provided operator with the Vomiting and Diarrhea clean up form. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Items were stored in hand washing sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at triple sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bread crumbs, and sugar removed from bulk not labeled. Operator labeled items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
47
Dec 29, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Operator handled raw chicken and changed gloves with out washing hands. Operator educated employee on proper technique. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-07-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator placed paper towels at location. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust: caulking at triple sink.
36-27-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw beef left out to thaw, but still frozen in kitchen. Operator removed and stored in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
06-01-5
70
Aug 11, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. **Repeat Violation**
29-37-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Hamburger patty made on site not date marked. Operator placed date mark on item. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Arubas Bar and Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Arubas Bar and Grill on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Arubas Bar and Grill?
Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Arubas Bar and Grill.
How does Arubas Bar and Grill compare to other restaurants in Moore Haven?
Arubas Bar and Grill most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Moore Haven average of 82.
Has Arubas Bar and Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Arubas Bar and Grill have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Arubas Bar and Grill means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Arubas Bar and Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Arubas Bar and Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.
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