Drunken Mullet
Last inspected: Aug 12, 2025
86
Score
Inspectors have visited Drunken Mullet 12 times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Aug 12, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around five violations each, up from closer to one violation before.
When inspectors have written things up, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.
Among Hernando Beach restaurants, the typical score is 82; Drunken Mullet is comfortably above that bar. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
12
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 12, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed 6 live small flying insects near floor drain in dish pit area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-12: Observed 2 live small flying insects in dish pit area at time of callback inspection not landing on food or food contact surfaces. **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-7
86
Aug 5, 2025
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed 6 live small flying insects near floor drain in dish pit area. **Warning**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed black garbage bags stored on floor in freezer holding ice for consumption. Operator started to have employees move to a different bag. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - Observed Mushroom Caps with Imitation Krab (47F - Cold Holding); Cooked Pasta (47F - Cold Holding); Jalapeño Stuffing - Cream Cheese (47F - Cold Holding); Raw Shell Eggs (47F - Ambient Air Temperature) in reach-in cooler in dish pit area. Employee stated items had been in cooler for less than 4 hours and the last known temperature was below 41F. Employee moved to a different cooler. - Observed Swiss Cheese (48F - Cold Holding); Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (48F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheddar Cheese (48F - Cold Holding); Ricotta Cheese (50F - Cold Holding); Milk (60F - Cold Holding); Sour Cream (50F - Cold Holding); Cream Cheese (50F - Cold Holding); Raw Chicken (53F - Cold Holding) in walk-in cooler. Employee stated items were below 41F within 4 hours. Employee moved to walk-in freezer and will monitor walk-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Basic - Wall soiled with a dark substance behind three compartment sink. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed back kitchen door open at time of inspection with no screen and flies present in area. Discussed with operator. **Warning**
35B-05-4
58
Aug 29, 2024
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Bucket on floor in kitchen> 200 ppm, operator dumped out. **Corrective Action Taken**
41-27-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on 4 way splitter by back door of kitchen added to hose bibb.
29-34-4
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Portioned rice (14) dated 8/20, portioned linguini (5)dated 8/20 Heavy cream in refrigerator in bar dated 8/20
01B-24-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Portioned rice (14) dated 8/20, portioned linguini (5)dated 8/20 Heavy cream in refrigerator in bar dated 8/20 see stop sale
02C-01-5
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.
53B-13-5
Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. On lid of lift top cooler in kitchen
14-71-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In refrigerator in bar
05-09-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. On cook line, operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-38-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling repair in bar not completely finished, has open space between old and new drywall.
36-32-5
41
Jul 30, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 29, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In single door cooler, prep area- coleslaw (46F - Cold Holding);ham 46 ( - Cold Holding); moved to freezer In reach in cooler on cook line- coleslaw (46F - Cold Holding); ham 46 ( - Cold Holding); Pork (41F - Cold Holding); Dairy (41F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar (54 F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (54 F - Cold Holding); taco meat (57F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (55 F - Cold Holding); Fish (38F - Cold Holding); Poultry (40F - Cold Holding); Fish (40F - Cold Holding);blue cheese crumbles; (60 F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (71F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (70F - Cold Holding); pico (50F - Cold Holding); salami (53F - Cold Holding) In refrigerator in bar- watermelon (45F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (45F - Cold Holding), moved to beer cooler On cook line- chicken wings (86F - Cold Holding)on counter, cooked at 12, moved to freezer **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-26: In single door cooler -prep area, coleslaw 44F, ham41F, cut tomatoes 41F In 2 door cooler on cook line - ham 43F, mushrooms 43F, wings, cooked yesterday at 4pm 46F, taco meat dated 7/22 46F, cut tomatoes 50F, see stop sale **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-29: Single door cooler -fish dip 43F, tomatoes 41F, shredded mozzarella 41F Reach in cooler on cook line - sliced Tom tomatoes 48F, shredded cheddar 50F, capicola 47F, diced tomato 52F, heavy cream 55F, cut leafy greens 55F, cut this morning at 11, see stop sale Discussed using time control.emailed time control form to operator **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. shredded cheddar (54 F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (54 F - Cold Holding); taco meat (57F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (55 F - Cold Holding);blue cheese crumbles ; (60 F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (71F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (70F - Cold Holding); pico (50F - Cold Holding); salami (53F - Cold Holding) - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-26: Wings cooked yesterday at 4pm 46F, taco meat dated 7/22 46F, cut tomatoes 50F **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-29: Reach in cooler on cook line - sliced Tom tomatoes 48F, shredded cheddar 50F, capicola 47F, diced tomato 52F, heavy cream 55F, cut leafy greens 55F, cut this morning at 11 **Time Extended**
01B-02-5
74
Jul 26, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In single door cooler, prep area- coleslaw (46F - Cold Holding);ham 46 ( - Cold Holding); moved to freezer In reach in cooler on cook line- coleslaw (46F - Cold Holding); ham 46 ( - Cold Holding); Pork (41F - Cold Holding); Dairy (41F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar (54 F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (54 F - Cold Holding); taco meat (57F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (55 F - Cold Holding); Fish (38F - Cold Holding); Poultry (40F - Cold Holding); Fish (40F - Cold Holding);blue cheese crumbles; (60 F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (71F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (70F - Cold Holding); pico (50F - Cold Holding); salami (53F - Cold Holding) In refrigerator in bar- watermelon (45F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (45F - Cold Holding), moved to beer cooler On cook line- chicken wings (86F - Cold Holding)on counter, cooked at 12, moved to freezer **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-26: In single door cooler -prep area, coleslaw 44F, ham41F, cut tomatoes 41F In 2 door cooler on cook line - ham 43F, mushrooms 43F, wings, cooked yesterday at 4pm 46F, taco meat dated 7/22 46F, cut tomatoes 50F, see stop sale **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. shredded cheddar (54 F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (54 F - Cold Holding); taco meat (57F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (55 F - Cold Holding);blue cheese crumbles ; (60 F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (71F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (70F - Cold Holding); pico (50F - Cold Holding); salami (53F - Cold Holding) - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-26: Wings cooked yesterday at 4pm 46F, taco meat dated 7/22 46F, cut tomatoes 50F **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
74
Jul 19, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
55
Oct 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun nozzle at outside bar Reach in cooler by oven, interior soiled **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-02: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on reach in cooler by ovens torn Gasket of ice small machine torn **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-02: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walls and floors in kitchen and dish room **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-02: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Floor fan in kitchen Fan guards in walk in cooler Soda gun holsters in both bars, bartender cleaned 1 holster **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-02: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
78
Sep 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In single door cooler by door to dining room - fish spread (44/46F - Cold Holding) , moved to walk in cooler In small refrigerator in prep room - ) crab stuffed mushrooms (50 F - Cold Holding); butter (55F - Cold Holding) 2 door cooler on cook line- meatballs (55F - Cold Holding) heavy cream (50F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (54F - Cold Holding);moved to walk in cooler Alfredo sauce (52F) - Cold Holding) In walk in cooler - raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding); butter (46F - Cold Holding); marinated chicken (45F - Cold Holding) moved to freezer **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: Walk in cooler - Alfredo 38F, Krab 41F, pasta41F, Reach in cooler by door to dining room -cut leafy greens 55 C, cut tomatoes 53C Small refrigerator in dish empty 2 door cooler on cook line - stuffed mushrooms 53F, meatballs 41f, sliced mozzarella cheese 51F, blue cheese 48F, Swiss cheese 47F **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun nozzle at outside bar Reach in cooler by oven, interior soiled **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Floor fan in kitchen Fan guards in walk in cooler Soda gun holsters in both bars, bartender cleaned 1 holster **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walls and floors in kitchen and dish room **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on reach in cooler by ovens torn Gasket of ice small machine torn **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. on rack by dish machine **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: **Time Extended**
24-08-4
64
Sep 22, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In single door cooler by door to dining room - fish spread (44/46F - Cold Holding) , moved to walk in cooler In small refrigerator in prep room - ) crab stuffed mushrooms (50 F - Cold Holding); butter (55F - Cold Holding) 2 door cooler on cook line- meatballs (55F - Cold Holding) heavy cream (50F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (54F - Cold Holding);moved to walk in cooler Alfredo sauce (52F) - Cold Holding) In walk in cooler - raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding); butter (46F - Cold Holding); marinated chicken (45F - Cold Holding) moved to freezer **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. crab stuffed mushrooms (50 F - Cold Holding); butter (55F - Cold Holding) 2 door cooler on cook line- meatballs (55F - Cold Holding) heavy cream (50F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (54F - Cold Holding);moved to walk in cooler Alfredo sauce (52F) - Cold Holding)
01B-02-5
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. In bar and at wait station , > than 200 ppm, both buckets corrected to 50 ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun nozzle at outside bar Reach in cooler by oven, interior soiled **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walls and floors in kitchen and dish room **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. on rack by dish machine **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on reach in cooler by ovens torn Gasket of ice small machine torn **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 1 cook **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Floor fan in kitchen Fan guards in walk in cooler Soda gun holsters in both bars, bartender cleaned 1 holster **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
23-03-4
45
Apr 4, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans on file do not reflect what is seen in the establishment. Stove top, reach in coolers, walk in freezer, shed where single service items are stored not on plans **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-30: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-04: Submitted March 22nd, per plan review, not yet assigned to reviewer, Daniella **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Inspector provided operator with DBPR Form HR 5030-103 **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-30: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-04: Emailed employee health agreement . **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Squeeze bottles around establishment that are not labeled with liquid in them **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-30: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-04: **Time Extended**
41-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Soda gun at outside bar **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-30: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-04: **Time Extended**
29-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler gaskets torn **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-30: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-04: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-30: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-04: white board **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Floor, wall and ceiling in shed where single service items are stored not smooth and easily cleanable **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-30: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-04: Unboxed to go items in shed. **Time Extended**
36-37-5
61
Aug 10, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
50-08-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - 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. 4 reach in coolers, 3 walk in freezer and 2 ice machines. Located outside . Not secured or covered.
51-16-7
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Employee beverage container next to clean equipment/utensils.
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic containers operator had containers rewashed and air dried
24-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Three of the hand washing sinks needed signs. Operator post deed signed. At all three hand washing sinks.
31B-04-4
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Drunken Mullet last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Drunken Mullet on file is from Aug 12, 2025. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Drunken Mullet?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Drunken Mullet.
How does Drunken Mullet compare to other restaurants in Hernando Beach?
Drunken Mullet most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Hernando Beach average of 82.
Has Drunken Mullet's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Drunken Mullet have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Drunken Mullet 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 Drunken Mullet inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Drunken Mullet is inspected around four times per year on average.
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