Blue Marlin Grille
Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026
90
Score
Blue Marlin Grille appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2022. Blue Marlin Grille was last inspected on Jan 28, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around five violations to closer to two violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “in-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
Compared to the broader Davenport restaurant scene, where the average is 85, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 28, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Layout changed remodel occurred in March of 2025. Grab n go station and merchandise area got closed in. Ice cream machine, soda dispenser added, ice machine, hot dog roller, frozen coffee dispenser added, warmer, nacho machine, chili and cheese dispenser, soup warmer and funnel cake warmer added. Hand sink installed in back right corner. 2 service windows installed with no air curtains, and windows are not self closing. Main kitchen: three compartment sink by mop sink was exchanged with 2 compartment prep sink and three compartment sink was moved next to dish machine Hand sink next to ice machine removed. Was replaced with two decker oven. Pizza station added with make table and oven where prep sink used to be. Additional prep table added by dish machine. 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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-28: Phone plan review, no plans have been submitted for establishment **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
90
Nov 25, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Manager stated several employees have been hired and no training yet. **Warning**
11-26-1
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. 2 new hires hired over 60 days **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Layout changed remodel occurred in March of 2025. Grab n go station and merchandise area got closed in. Ice cream machine, soda dispenser added, ice machine, hot dog roller, frozen coffee dispenser added, warmer, nacho machine, chili and cheese dispenser, soup warmer and funnel cake warmer added. Hand sink installed in back right corner. 2 service windows installed with no air curtains, and windows are not self closing. Main kitchen: three compartment sink by mop sink was exchanged with 2 compartment prep sink and three compartment sink was moved next to dish machine Hand sink next to ice machine removed. Was replaced with two decker oven. Pizza station added with make table and oven where prep sink used to be. Additional prep table added by dish machine. 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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. **Warning**
51-16-7
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning**
51-13-4
70
Oct 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup on floor and door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
95
Aug 9, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand sink behind bar. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Degreaser no label. Operator label bottle. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven door. Operator removed tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Operator removed drink off prep table. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup on floor and door. **Warning**
14-69-4
64
Oct 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator has quaternary test kit and needs chlorine test kit.
16-37-1
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. On cook line. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. In walk in freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
14-05-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven door. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
70
May 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
78
Nov 29, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Mahi over hamburger patties inside the drawers on the cook line. The employee reversed the product. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink next to the ice machine is blocked by . The cart was removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Blue ice shovel on top of the ice machine. Shovel was removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Blue Marlin Grille last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Blue Marlin Grille on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Blue Marlin Grille?
Across the inspection record, “in-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Blue Marlin Grille.
How does Blue Marlin Grille compare to other restaurants in Davenport?
Blue Marlin Grille most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Davenport average of 85.
Has Blue Marlin Grille's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Blue Marlin Grille have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Blue Marlin Grille 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 Blue Marlin Grille inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Blue Marlin Grille is inspected around two times per year on average.
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