Dune Dog Stuart
Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026
47
Score
Inspectors have visited Dune Dog Stuart 10 times, with records going back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 23, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled”, showing up two times.
Dune Dog Stuart's latest score of 47 falls below the Stuart average of 81. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
10
Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 23, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
47
Sep 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
74
Feb 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
55
Jul 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
95
May 6, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 4, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 3 major violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed Raw fish over cooked chicken reach in freezer. Both products not in commercial packaging. Educated operator on proper storage procedures. **Warning**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed Raw ground beef over raw fish, reach in cooler on cook line. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. garlic butter (89F - Hot Holding) Observed In squirt bottle under grill. Per operator, held out of temperature for 2+ days. See stop sale. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. garlic butter (89F - Hot Holding) Observed In squirt bottle under grill. Per operator, held out of temperature for 2+ days. See stop sale. **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. At mop sink with splitter attached. Operator removed splitter. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Flip top cooler: sliced tomatoes (46F - Cooling) at 2:25 since 12:25 - 46F 2:55 At current rate of cooling product will not reach 41F within 4 hours. Observed in overstocked pan. Operator split into two portions and put overstocked portion inside cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed Seared tuna and mahi ceviche on menu with no indication that items contain raw fish on menu. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed Spray bottle with degreaser at triple sink area, label smeared and indistinguishable. Operator labeled properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
35
Oct 25, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. -several cambros with cracked corners. Operator will order replacements. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-25: **Time Extended**
14-38-4
95
Oct 18, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -employee wiped gloved hands on towel with food debris, then handled food without removing gloves and washing hands. Advised. Employee removed gloves and washed hands prior to putting on new gloves. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. -clam tags. **Warning**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. -hand wash sink removed from cook line next to fish cooler. Per operator, will reinstall. **Warning**
31A-04-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -outdoor bar hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -bowl in clam fry. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floors soiled behind cooking equipment. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. -several cambros with cracked corners. Operator will order replacements. **Warning**
14-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. -behind main bar. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-08-5
55
Mar 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Oil/spray bottle/cook line
14-15-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Rice/prepared over 24 hours before. Walk in cooler/corrective action taken/operator date labeled food. **Corrective Action Taken**
02C-02-5
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Prep area/kitchen
31B-02-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Prep area/corrective action taken/operator discarded chemical. **Corrective Action Taken**
21-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cabbage/walk in cooler/corrective action taken/operator stored foods back on shelf. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
58
Aug 3, 2022
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Clams **Repeat Violation**
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Clams **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk/opened over 24 hours before/walk in cooler=corrective action taken/operator date labeled food. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/Ethan Shapiro 4/2017.
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Sanitizer/by 3 compartment sink/corrective action taken/operator labeled chemical. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Oil/shortening containers/kitchen.corrective action taken/operator stored oil/shortening containers properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dune Dog Stuart last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dune Dog Stuart on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dune Dog Stuart?
Across the inspection record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dune Dog Stuart.
How does Dune Dog Stuart compare to other restaurants in Stuart?
Dune Dog Stuart most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Stuart average of 81.
Has Dune Dog Stuart's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dune Dog Stuart have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Dune Dog Stuart 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 Dune Dog Stuart inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Dune Dog Stuart is inspected around three times per year on average.
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