Duffy's Tavern

5808 Marina Dr, Holmes Beach, FL 34217

Bar / Pub

Last inspected: Dec 11, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Duffy's Tavern has been inspected eight times since 2022. On Dec 11, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

When inspectors have written things up, “wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Duffy's Tavern's latest score is in line with the Holmes Beach average of 80. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 11, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed wiping cloth sanitizer to strong in kitchen on cook line. Operator diluted chlorine sanitizer to 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**

41-27-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open. Operator closed lid. **Corrected On-Site**

33-16-4

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine wiping cloth sanitizer bucket in bar area not at proper minimum strength. Operator corrected chlorine sanitizer bucket to 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

21-07-4

Aug 29, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine wiping cloth sanitizer not a proper ppm. Operator corrected chlorine sanitizer to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**

21-07-4

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle of scoop touching pepper. Operator moved handle above product. **Corrected On-Site**

10-01-5

Apr 2, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Wiping cloth sanitizer reading +200ppm chlorine. Owner replaced the sanitizer new reading 100ppm chlorine. **Corrected On-Site**

41-27-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks stored on a dry storage shelf next to food. Owner removed the drinks. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Nov 15, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Mar 29, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Nov 9, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing cleaning fluid stored next to single use gloves in the back storage area. Owner removed the bottle. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop stored in a soiled holder. Owner removed and sanitized the scoop and holder. **Corrected On-Site**

10-12-5

Mar 18, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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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. Educated Person in charge and emailed a copy

11-27-4

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.Educated Person in charge and emailed a copy.

11-26-1

Basic - Carbon dioxide tank not adequately secured in back storage area. Person in charge secured co2 tank. **Corrected On-Site**

51-11-4

Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of dried food debris in back kitchen area by dish machine.

22-08-4

Aug 19, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Following items were stored in reach in cooler in the kitchen. cut tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (49F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (49F - Cold Holding). Operator stated that the items were stored in reach in cooler for hour and half. Operator placed the items in the other reach in cooler in the kitchen. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

03A-02-5

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Dry storage area. **Warning**

22-20-5

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth stored on the prep table in the kitchen. Operator placed cloth in bucket with solution. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

21-12-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Duffy's Tavern last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Duffy's Tavern on file is from Dec 11, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Duffy's Tavern?

Across the inspection record, “wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Duffy's Tavern.

How does Duffy's Tavern compare to other restaurants in Holmes Beach?

Duffy's Tavern most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Holmes Beach average of 80.

Has Duffy's Tavern's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Duffy's Tavern have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Duffy's Tavern 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 Duffy's Tavern inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Duffy's Tavern is inspected around two times per year on average.

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