Back Bay Pool Bar and Grill
Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026
100
Score
Going back to 2022, Back Bay Pool Bar and Grill has 10 inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 22, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near five violations per visit.
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Among Orlando restaurants, the typical score is 79; Back Bay Pool Bar and Grill is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Inspection History
Jan 22, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 21, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
35
Jul 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Checked sour cream 50°f pico 50°f stored inside Pepsi reach in cooler less than 4 hours employee removed stored in walk in freezer to quick chill product. (Server area) **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Observed plastic containers cracked on the ends used for corn chips and leafy texture. **Repeat Violation**
14-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine has black mold like growth on the surface.
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed three CO2 cylinders not properly secure.
51-11-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees back pack stored with box of light brown sugar. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed large block of ice buildup on the condenser inside reach in cooler. Recommend to defrost the reach in cooler, engineering notify. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-69-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed plastic spoons stored incorrectly on the cook line.
24-18-4
61
Jan 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Checked temperature sour cream 62°f, sliced tomatoes 60°f stored on the top panel per Chef less than 4 hours recommend to quick chill product immediately. Employee placed food all ice bath. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Observed cracked container used for romaine lettuce inside walk in cooler.
14-16-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels for hand wash sink located on the cook line. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed four white cutting boards has black discoloration left on the surface located on the cook line. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed mold like growth on the wall near dish machine.
36-27-5
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Checked sanitizer 0 ppm quaternary ammonia from the pre dispenser on 3 compartment sink.
21-08-4
Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Observed no (seating change evaluation) plan reviewed was submitted with a request for seating change increase 92 seats to 192 seats. Spoke to General Manager will notify Orange County Fire Safety concerning sign off for increase in seating in the bar area, once form is completed must submit to our District office.
51-15-4
55
Aug 16, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board has yellow stains left on the surface, cold prep kitchen.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using vegetable wash for vegetables located in the cold prep room.
16-37-1
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe on the utility sink located expo line.
29-11-4
78
Apr 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. - high temp dishwasher machine 154f after 2 tries. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-16: - Dish machine not in use. Establishment set up triple sink for wash, rinse, and sanitize. **Time Extended**
22-57-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. - bar area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-16: **Time Extended**
29-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-16: **Time Extended**
16-23-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. - throughout kitchen causing retention of standing water **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-16: **Time Extended**
36-03-4
74
Apr 8, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used
FL-45
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
22
Aug 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
55
Mar 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Observed plastic containers cracked on both ends stored on the storage shelves in dishmachine room.
14-16-4
Basic - shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusty shelves in the dry storage room
14-33-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed mold like growth on the wall near dishmachine
36-27-5
82
Nov 21, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Checked Cole slaw 46°f stored on the top panel of reach in cooler less than 4 hours recommend quick chill. **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle hanging with utensils near 3 compartment sink, Manager removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed ice scoop has mold like growth on the surface located in the bar. Observed lemon slicer must be cleaned more often (server area)
22-02-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed Plate stored inside tortilla chips on the counter.
10-01-5
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Back Bay Pool Bar and Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Back Bay Pool Bar and Grill on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Back Bay Pool Bar and Grill?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Back Bay Pool Bar and Grill.
How does Back Bay Pool Bar and Grill compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
Back Bay Pool Bar and Grill most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Orlando average of 79.
Has Back Bay Pool Bar and Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Back Bay Pool Bar and Grill have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Back Bay Pool Bar and Grill means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Back Bay Pool Bar and Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Back Bay Pool Bar and Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.
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