Gator Bait Pub & Grill
Last inspected: Jan 5, 2026
95
Score
Inspectors have visited Gator Bait Pub & Grill seven times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 5, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around seven violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “wall soiled with accumulated grease”, which has been cited four times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Clewiston restaurant scores 76. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 5, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used
FL-45
95
Nov 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 9 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station at bar. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-23-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public in stand up cooler. Operator removed and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed behind coolers in kitchens d over the floor with grease at cook line.
36-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floors: bottled water on floor in bar area. Operator moved and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust: gasket soiled at bar area.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning at triple sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
16-46-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar removed from bulk in kitchen not labeled. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-03-4
55
Jan 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Four rodent droppings in dry storage. Operator removed, and sanitized. **Corrective Action Taken** **Admin Complaint**
35A-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food in breading. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair at desk in dry storage. Operator will seal. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing : kitchen and ladies bathroom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-03-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed behind chest freezer and on cook line. **Warning**
36-01-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall at ladies restroom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - One dead roach on premises in dry storage on shelf. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
35A-03-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken out on table at 30 F , operator placed in refrigerator to thaw. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at cook line **Warning**
36-27-5
58
Oct 3, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Tater tots removed from bulk and pre packaged not date marked.
02C-04-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths for quaternary at bar. Operator will order. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Cindy W.
53B-02-5
Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Operator did not know what type of test strips to use to test triple sink. Operator was educated on what to use. **Corrective Action Taken**
53A-14-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in storage chest freezer and on line to hold sauce bottles.
14-05-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing in kitchen and near ladies restroom. **Repeat Violation**
36-03-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed, throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-01-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall at ladies restroom.
36-24-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning at triple sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
16-46-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Boiled eggs not covered. Operator covered. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at steam table. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance at food prep area.
36-34-5
45
Jun 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
50
Jan 23, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
86
Sep 8, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting board.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths, for chlorine.
16-37-1
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing at dishwasher area.
36-03-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor, sugar in dry storage. Operator removed and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall at air conditioning unit.
36-24-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Sugar scoop handle touching sugar. Operator removed and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning at sink.
16-46-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust in kitchen.
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar removed from bulk not labeled. Operator placed label on container. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Gator Bait Pub & Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Gator Bait Pub & Grill on file is from Jan 5, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Gator Bait Pub & Grill?
Across the inspection record, “wall soiled with accumulated grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Gator Bait Pub & Grill.
How does Gator Bait Pub & Grill compare to other restaurants in Clewiston?
Gator Bait Pub & Grill most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Clewiston average of 76.
Has Gator Bait Pub & Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Gator Bait Pub & Grill have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Gator Bait Pub & Grill 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 Gator Bait Pub & Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Gator Bait Pub & Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.
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