Fat Daddy's

1780 Main St, Dunedin, FL 34698

American

Last inspected: Apr 22, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2023, Fat Daddy's has four inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Apr 22, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around six violations to closer to two violations per visit.

“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Among Dunedin restaurants, the typical score is 75; Fat Daddy's is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 22, 2026

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled on the prep table. **Repeat Violation**

41-17-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed build up in the interior the soda gun.

22-02-4

May 6, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Lemon cleaner in spray bottle not labeled. Operator added label to bottle. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Mar 8, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 11 violations

High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Container of what appears to be moldy beef in reach In reach in cooler **Warning**

01B-07-4

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. **Warning**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Food prep tables Interior of the microwave **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

22-02-4

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**

53B-01-5

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. **Warning**

11-26-1

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.2 containers off food in reach in cooler not date marked. Operator was able to determine prep date and will date mark accordingly **Warning**

02C-02-5

Basic - Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink. Soiled mop stored in wash compartment of 3 compartment sink, debris present. **Warning**

16-07-4

Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Near entrance to the kitchen and storage area. **Warning**

36-03-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Fronts of cabinets in poor repair **Warning**

14-11-5

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors heavily soiled cook line, prep area and storage areas. **Warning**

36-73-4

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

22-20-5

Mar 8, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 7 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Electric skillet Prep tables with food debris. **Repeat Violation**

22-02-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of fixed equipment/ fryer

23-03-4

Basic - Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed.

36-04-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.

36-34-5

Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding in disrepair at entrance to kitchen

36-03-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Cook line, prep areas and storage areas.

36-73-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Fryer oil stored on the floor. Discussed the importance of keeping foods stored a minimum of 6" off the floor

08B-38-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.

22-08-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fat Daddy's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Fat Daddy's on file is from Apr 22, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Fat Daddy's?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Fat Daddy's.

How does Fat Daddy's compare to other restaurants in Dunedin?

Fat Daddy's most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Dunedin average of 75.

Has Fat Daddy's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Fat Daddy's have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Fat Daddy's 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 Fat Daddy's inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Fat Daddy's is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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