Blinkers Beachside Steakhouse and Lounge

476 Mandalay Ave, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767

Steakhouse

Last inspected: Nov 7, 2025

Score

High Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Blinkers Beachside Steakhouse and Lounge stretching back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Nov 7, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “stored food not covered”, showing up three times.

The city-wide average sits at 76, which Blinkers Beachside Steakhouse and Lounge's 52 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 7, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked fettuccine Cooked meatballs Cooked cavatappi Cooked papadelli All date marked 10/28/2025

02C-01-5

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Cooked fettuccine Cooked meatballs Cooked cavatappi Cooked papadelli All date marked 10/28/2025

01B-13-4

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Heavy cream, milk in server station. **Corrected On-Site**

02C-03-5

Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Repeat Violation**

16-62-1

Basic - Food stored on floor. Soda boxes on floor in storage area. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Steam well next to hand sink exposed to splash from washing hands.

08B-36-4

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets. **Corrected On-Site**

24-05-4

May 5, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw shell eggs over seafood. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-20-5

Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.

16-62-1

Basic - Stored food not covered. Ice cream, ice cubes in bar. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-12-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**

36-34-5

Dec 16, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Jun 13, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Apr 29, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 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.

11-26-1

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters.

23-03-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Ice cream not covered. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-12-5

Nov 16, 2023

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.

View 8 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Bread garlic/oil 78f, item discarded. **Repeat Violation**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Fresh garlic/oil 78f, item discarded.

01B-02-5

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm empty container changed. Now 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**

22-41-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Across from dishwasher. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-04-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Ice cream balls not covered in stand up freezer. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08B-12-5

Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Clean soup containers stored under paper towel dispenser in kitchen. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

24-07-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Sugar container. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**

16-21-4

Jun 14, 2023

Routine - Food

4 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Jan 31, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-31: **Time Extended**

36-34-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Handle for dish machine taped with duct tape. - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-31: **Time Extended**

14-11-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Blinkers Beachside Steakhouse and Lounge last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Blinkers Beachside Steakhouse and Lounge on file is from Nov 7, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Blinkers Beachside Steakhouse and Lounge?

Across the inspection record, “stored food not covered” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Blinkers Beachside Steakhouse and Lounge.

How does Blinkers Beachside Steakhouse and Lounge compare to other restaurants in Clearwater Beach?

Blinkers Beachside Steakhouse and Lounge most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Clearwater Beach average of 76.

Has Blinkers Beachside Steakhouse and Lounge's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Blinkers Beachside Steakhouse and Lounge have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Blinkers Beachside Steakhouse and Lounge 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 Blinkers Beachside Steakhouse and Lounge inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Blinkers Beachside Steakhouse and Lounge is inspected around three times per year on average.

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