Doc's Beach House
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026
47
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Doc's Beach House stretching back to 2022. On Apr 15, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used”, which has been cited four times.
Doc's Beach House's latest score of 47 falls below the Bonita Springs average of 80. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
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Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw ahi tuna over to eat cooked chicken wings. Operator moved to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed ahi tuna with a label bearing "Remove from package prior to thawing" that was fully thawed and still under reduced oxygen packaging.
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Squeeze bottle containing blue substance not labeled. Operator labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in back of restaurant.
22-20-5
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed ahi tuna with a label bearing "Remove from package prior to thawing" that was fully thawed and still under reduced oxygen packaging.
06-09-1
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Bottles of water on prep table on cook line. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Boxes of french fries stored on ground in walk in freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Scoop handle in ice in soda machine on front counter.
10-08-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle submerged in flour. Operator removed scoop for proper sanitization and storage. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees on cook line. Operator provided sign. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
47
Sep 12, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
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
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
45
Feb 20, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
90
Sep 23, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs were stored above cheddar cheese and in the same container as sliced turkey in the reach-in cooler on the cook line. Operator moved to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Facility is hand mixing chlorine for sanitation. Discussed proper hand mixing with Operator. Sink was emptied and re-mixed. Upstairs Triple Sink (Chlorine 10ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
22-42-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw eggs stored directly on top of oranges in the walk in cooler. Operator moved eggs to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Squeeze bottle containing dish soap not labeled. Spray bottle containing clear liquid not labeled. Operator labeled both bottles. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at the take-out window area.
31B-04-4
55
May 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed cook leave cook line for another assignment returned changed gloves but did not wash hands before changing gloves. Educated cook on washing hands prior to changing gloves when returning back to cook line for food preparation. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-07-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. The ice scoop was removed from ice bin. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in bar area. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
74
Jan 10, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken directly above fish in the holding drawer under the grill. Raw chicken was above fish in the walk-in cooler. Operator had employee move items and inspector provided bi-lingual job aids for further training. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple Sink (Chlorine 40 ppm). Discussed hand-mixing with Operator.
22-42-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided materials to Operator. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink at the hot dog window was blocked by a tray of condiments sitting on the basin. Operator moved the tray. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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. Provided materials to Operator and staff began signing Agreements. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Tuna and salmon not opened prior to thawing. Operator directed employee to cut open packages.
06-09-1
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided poster to Operator during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at the hot dog window. Provided temporary sign to Operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-04-4
47
Jun 27, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 29, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vent in dry storage soiled with dust. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-29: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook without hair restraint cooking food. This is a repeat violation from 7/30/2021. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-29: **Time Extended**
13-03-4
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Doc's Beach House last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Doc's Beach House on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Doc's Beach House?
Across the inspection record, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Doc's Beach House.
How does Doc's Beach House compare to other restaurants in Bonita Springs?
Doc's Beach House most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Bonita Springs average of 80.
Has Doc's Beach House's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Doc's Beach House have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Doc's Beach House 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 Doc's Beach House inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Doc's Beach House is inspected around two times per year on average.
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