By the Bay Bistro

3976 Destination Dr, Osprey, FL 34229
American
Last inspected: Dec 2, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

By the Bay Bistro has been inspected five times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 2, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around two violations to closer to zero violations per visit over the last few inspections.

The pattern that stands out is “no measuring device available”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average for Osprey sits at 74, putting By the Bay Bistro on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 2, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (50F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (49F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler. The operator stated the potentially hazardous foods had been held for approximately 2.5 hours. The operator stored the above foods in a functional cold holding unit. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
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
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
24-18-4
67
Jan 6, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 18, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottles of water stored on the floor in the dry storage area. The operator properly stored the bottled water. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
86
Nov 3, 2022
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage container on drink station table above reach in cooler at front counter. Employee removed and properly stored beverage. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in reach in freezer.
14-69-4
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was By the Bay Bistro last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at By the Bay Bistro on file is from Dec 2, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at By the Bay Bistro?

Across the inspection record, “no measuring device available” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at By the Bay Bistro.

How does By the Bay Bistro compare to other restaurants in Osprey?

By the Bay Bistro most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Osprey average of 74.

Has By the Bay Bistro's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at By the Bay Bistro have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at By the Bay Bistro 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 By the Bay Bistro inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, By the Bay Bistro is inspected around two times per year on average.