Clearwater Yacht Club
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
50
Score
Clearwater Yacht Club appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 14, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near five violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food-contact surface soiled with food debris”, showing up three times.
The city-wide average sits at 76, which Clearwater Yacht Club's 50 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
8
Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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, container empty. Changed container now 100 ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Marinara dated 12/27/2026 found in walk in cooler. Discarded. **Repeat Violation**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Marinara dated 12/27/2026 found in walk in cooler. Discarded. **Repeat Violation**
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Two containers of food stored on floor in walk in freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Left inside wall of bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Ice cream tub not covered. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
50
Jul 30, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked meatballs dated 7/21/2025, discarded.
02C-01-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Cooked meatballs dated 7/21/2025, discarded. All three breading containers contaminated due to no covers. All discarded.
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Addressed date marking after pulling cooked food from freezer for thawing purposes and shelf life. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-04-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. All three breading containers contaminated due to no covers. All discarded.
08B-12-5
64
Feb 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
74
Aug 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
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. Ran 3 cycles 0 ppm. Primed hose now 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzles at bar. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
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.
53B-14-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Two boxes on floor in walk in freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
61
Jan 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shells eggs over produce. Items moved. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed , printed and posted. **Corrected On-Site**
02A-01-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed, printed and posted. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 2 employees.
13-03-4
52
Sep 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
67
Jun 7, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
61
Jul 27, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on two door reach in and breading cooler. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-27: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Both coolers in bar. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-27: **Time Extended**
29-49-6
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Clearwater Yacht Club last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Clearwater Yacht Club on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Clearwater Yacht Club?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Clearwater Yacht Club.
How does Clearwater Yacht Club compare to other restaurants in Clearwater Beach?
Clearwater Yacht Club most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Clearwater Beach average of 76.
Has Clearwater Yacht Club's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Clearwater Yacht Club have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Clearwater Yacht Club 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 Clearwater Yacht Club inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Clearwater Yacht Club is inspected around two times per year on average.
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