Barracuda Diego Company
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
39
Score
Public records show nine inspections at Barracuda Diego Company stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 5, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around 11 violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “handwash sink not accessible for employee use”, which has been cited six times.
Restaurants in Marathon average 67, so Barracuda Diego Company trails the local norm. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. The front bar handwashing sink is not accessible due yo ice machine blocking the sink. The kitchen handwashing sink is blocked by containers of dish machine chemicals.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. The handwashing sink in the kitchen has dishes and spray bottles stored in it
31A-11-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Spoon handle laying in Parmesan cheese
10-01-5
Basic - Onions stored on floor in walk-in cooler
08B-38-4
Basic - Accumulation of rust -like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface covering Brussel sprouts in walk-in cooler overnight
21-05-5
Basic - Food stored outside. cold holding with food storage are located outside under roof
08B-42-4
Basic - Ice machine exterior soiled.
23-01-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop for ice machine located outside not stored in a protected manner between uses.
10-13-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses.
10-12-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
39
Sep 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw seafood stored over or with unwashed produce in the walk-in cooler
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tuna tataki not identified as raw or undercooked on the menu
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Anibal Vasquez
53B-13-5
Intermediate - The bar Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
16-23-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop for ice machine located outside not stored in a protected manner between uses. **Repeat Violation**
10-13-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses.
10-12-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
10-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream scoops in 95 F water
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk-in cooler are solid with dust and debris
23-03-4
41
Mar 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
41
Oct 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at outdoor hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink at bar not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by equipment
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
14-14-4
Basic - Asparagus stored on floor in the walk-in cool
08B-38-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
10-08-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses stoped on top of ice machine
10-12-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Observed locked refrigeration units holding food stored outdoors under cover.
08B-42-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
50
Mar 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
67
Jan 19, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter 80 F Reheated on stove top **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at outside hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. **Warning**
29-34-4
High Priority - Raw chicken stored over canned/bottled drinks in walk in cooler **Warning**
08A-11-5
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. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink at the bar is not accessible for employee use at all times. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Containers stored in handwash sink in the kitchen **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
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. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. from handwash sink. **Warning**
29-03-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe at handwash sink in kitchen **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Food, Stand up refrigeration, stored outside under cover and locked **Warning**
08B-42-4
Basic - Hood filters and system soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Ice machine exterior soiled. **Warning**
23-01-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop for ice machine located outside not stored in a protected manner between uses. **Warning**
10-13-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. **Warning**
10-12-5
Basic - Food stored on floor in the walk-in cooler **Warning**
08B-38-4
25
Jul 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. rice (45*F - Cold Holding); lobster (45*F - Cold Holding); pasta (46*F - Cold Holding); lobster (46*F - Cold Holding) Technician was called to check walk-in cooler **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Can opener blade soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
22-02-4
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.
11-27-4
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.
11-26-1
Intermediate - 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. Romin Jr.
53B-14-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe under hand wash sink **Repeat Violation**
29-11-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop for ice machine located outside not stored in a protected manner between uses.
10-13-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers are rusting in walk-in cooler
23-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface.
29-03-4
45
Mar 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink at bar.
27-16-4
Intermediate - At bar the Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
31A-09-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses stored On top of ice machine
10-12-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
10-17-4
Basic - Mens and womens Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler fan covers soiled with debris, dirt, or dust.
23-03-4
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface from beneath hand was sink in kitchen
29-03-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. In kitchen the Drain line for the handwash sink is leaking .
29-11-4
Basic - Yellowfin tuna , Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
06-09-1
45
Sep 13, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored above clean dishes and seasonings
41-07-4
Intermediate - Can opener blade soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. BLocked by fan in kitchen **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Storage of utensil
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Food stored on floor in walkin cooler
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice cream scoop stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
10-17-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Barracuda Diego Company last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Barracuda Diego Company on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Barracuda Diego Company?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Barracuda Diego Company.
How does Barracuda Diego Company compare to other restaurants in Marathon?
Barracuda Diego Company most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Marathon average of 67.
Has Barracuda Diego Company's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Barracuda Diego Company have averaged around 11 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Barracuda Diego Company means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Barracuda Diego Company inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Barracuda Diego Company is inspected around three times per year on average.
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