Beachcomber Trading Post Restaurant
Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026
17
Score
Across the available record, Beachcomber Trading Post Restaurant has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Feb 23, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around two violations to closer to seven violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled”, showing up two times.
Restaurants in Englewood average 78, so Beachcomber Trading Post Restaurant trails the local norm. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
10
Inspections
4
Critical latest
7
Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 23, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 7 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 21 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over ready to eat pineapple mixture. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed bar tender handling raw celery for Bloody Mary drink bare handed. Corrected employee onsite to ensure food was not served after barehanded contact. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
09-01-4
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed cooked chicken on counter in kitchen at 106F. Employee stated items had been cooked 3 hours prior. It was determined that the chicken never cooled properly and needed to be reheated to 165F and the cooling process restarted. Employee reheated to 165F and corrected the issue. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03D-01-5
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored at shelf under fro counter. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-07-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink at front counter closed and not in use due to leaking drain. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink at bar area used as dump sink. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by dishwasher area in kitchen. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishments has added small outdoor bar with reach-in cooler, hand wash sink and 3 compartment sink. Establishment also has added new outdoor ice machine that does not have proper coverage. **Warning**
51-14-7
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed consumer advisory not posted on all menus that offered raw or undercooked cooked food. Operator printed and posted a consumer advisory signage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02B-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed assorted cooked frozen fish in reach-in freezer Employee stated the above items had been prepare onsite more than 24 hours prior , and then proceeded to date items properly to meet standards of inspection. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at mop closet and outside bar area. **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Ceiling damage or is in disrepair. Observed multiple holes in kitchen ceiling. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall at dishwasher area. **Warning**
24-14-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils in kitchen and front counter. **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone on shelves with clean equipment at dishwasher area **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area in storage room. **Warning**
35B-02-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover at bottom she by dishwasher area. **Warning**
14-20-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe at front counter closed hand wash sink. **Warning**
29-11-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles in kitchen. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold-like substance in ice chute at soda machine. **Warning**
22-20-5
17
Jul 24, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 31, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 6, 2025
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jan 2, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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-review/. Observed establishment is using storage area for food production. Prep sink and reach-in-cooler have been installed and food is being stored and prepared in the area. There is no current hand wash sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: Observed that plan were sent to plan review and are incomplete and waiting for resubmission and approval. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
90
Oct 28, 2024
Complaint Full
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - 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-review/. Observed establishment is using storage area for food production. Prep sink and reach-in-cooler have been installed and food is being stored and prepared in the area. There is no current hand wash sink. **Warning**
51-16-7
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. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled chemical spray bottles at handwashing sink at front counter. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. **Warning**
51-11-4
70
May 16, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jan 31, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
70
Mar 15, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Beachcomber Trading Post Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Beachcomber Trading Post Restaurant on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Beachcomber Trading Post Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Beachcomber Trading Post Restaurant.
How does Beachcomber Trading Post Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Englewood?
Beachcomber Trading Post Restaurant most recently scored 17 out of 100, which is lower than the Englewood average of 78.
Has Beachcomber Trading Post Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Beachcomber Trading Post Restaurant have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Beachcomber Trading Post Restaurant 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 Beachcomber Trading Post Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Beachcomber Trading Post Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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