Duncan's on the Gulf
Last inspected: Apr 28, 2023
74
Score
Public records show four inspections at Duncan's on the Gulf stretching back to 2022. On Apr 28, 2023, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme. The file hasn't been updated since Apr 28, 2023, so take the current picture with that in mind.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around two violations compared to roughly six violations earlier on.
Duncan's on the Gulf's latest score is in line with the Cedar Key average of 74. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
4
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 28, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Inside reach-in cooler at server station: shrimp (46F - Cold Holding); chowder (45F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (44F - Cold Holding). Manager stated all had been stored inside unit overnight. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-28: Inside walk-in cooler: Chowder 50F, 53F. Manager stated both were stored inside unit since previous day. Stop sale issued. **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Inside reach-in cooler at server station: shrimp (46F - Cold Holding); chowder (45F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (44F - Cold Holding). Manager stated all had been stored inside unit overnight. Stop sales issued. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-28: No TCS foods stored inside reach-in cooler at server station. Inside walk-in cooler: Chowder 50F, 53F. Manager stated both were stored inside unit since previous day. Stop sale issued. **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
74
Oct 28, 2022
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Oct 13, 2022
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
14
Jul 29, 2022
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Ride side of splitter at mop sink. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-29: No change **Time Extended**
29-42-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 9 rodent droppings on the floor in the corner of the dish room. Observed 3 rodent droppings on top of the dish machine. Observed 5 rodent droppings on top of the water heater next to dish machine. Observed 9 rodent droppings on floor next to water heater. Observed 4 rodent droppings on the floor in the corner of dry storage area across from dish machine. Observed 3 rodent droppings on floor next to reach-in cooler in room behind downstairs bar. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-29: Observed two rodent droppings on floor next to reach-in cooler in room behind downstairs bar. Observed three rodent droppings on floor behind reach-in freezer in prep area. Observed four rodent droppings on floor next to water heater. **Admin Complaint**
35A-04-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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. Dish machine, 0 ppm. Manager stated they would sanitize dishes in three compartment sink. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-29: No change **Time Extended**
22-41-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Hot water nozzles of coffee machines in wait station. Ice deflector inside of ice machine. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-29: No change. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Tags stored at end of cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-29: No change. **Time Extended**
01C-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Top area inside of dish machine. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-29: No change. **Time Extended**
16-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling above ice machine in disrepair, ceiling leaking. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-29: No change **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach-in freezer across from ice machine. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-29: No change. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Inside of mop sink. Area behind soda nozzles on soda machine in wait station. Handles for hand washing sink closest to kitchen entrance. Shelves throughout the kitchen. Gaskets for reach-in cooler across from oven. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-29: No change. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Storage shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Storage shelves across from three compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-29: No change. **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Containers of sugar and seasoning on shelf across from oven. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-29: No change. **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Duncan's on the Gulf last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Duncan's on the Gulf on file is from Apr 28, 2023. The public record contains four inspections in total.
How does Duncan's on the Gulf compare to other restaurants in Cedar Key?
Duncan's on the Gulf most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Cedar Key average of 74.
Has Duncan's on the Gulf's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Duncan's on the Gulf have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Duncan's on the Gulf means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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