Grape Bottle
Last inspected: Sep 10, 2025
78
Score
Grape Bottle has been inspected five times since 2023. On Sep 10, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.
The city-wide average for Dunedin sits at 75, putting Grape Bottle on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Dishmachine ran 3 times, 87F max temperature. There is no 3 compartment sink to sanitize dishes. No sanitizer of any kind available at time of inspection. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-20: Dishmachine is still out of order due to a part needed. Operator installed 3 compartment sink and has sanitizer that is safe for food contact surfaces. 50ppm chlorine. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: Dish machine not being used, not working. New machine has been ordered. Has approved sanitizer for dishes. **Time Extended**
22-57-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator took over the room next door. Room is used for wine storage and there is an employee restroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-20: Operator has installed a 3 compartment sink in the area where the handwashing sink and dishmachine is located. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: Plans approved 8/18/25, hand wash sink on plans has not been installed, operator removed states that it has been ordered, will be delivered in 3/4 weeks. Application form states ceilings in dish wash area, bar are frp, client application at establishment states metal. Ceilings in dish wash area are metal rafters. 2 walls in dish wash area are black curtains. **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
78
Jun 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Dishmachine ran 3 times, 87F max temperature. There is no 3 compartment sink to sanitize dishes. No sanitizer of any kind available at time of inspection. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-20: Dishmachine is still out of order due to a part needed. Operator installed 3 compartment sink and has sanitizer that is safe for food contact surfaces. 50ppm chlorine. **Time Extended**
22-57-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator took over the room next door. Room is used for wine storage and there is an employee restroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-20: Operator has installed a 3 compartment sink in the area where the handwashing sink and dishmachine is located. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Employee Thom was hired 4 months prior. No training observed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-20: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
70
Jun 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Dishmachine ran 3 times, 87F max temperature. There is no 3 compartment sink to sanitize dishes. No sanitizer of any kind available at time of inspection. **Warning**
22-57-6
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2/01/25. Renewed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
50-17-3
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator took over the room next door. Room is used for wine storage and there is an employee restroom. **Warning**
51-16-7
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. Employee Thom was hired 4 months prior. No training observed. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. **Warning**
22-38-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No device to measure high temp dishmachine available. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No cleaning agent provided in wash compartment of dishmachine. Line is not connected to cleaning agent at the dish machine. None available. **Warning**
16-06-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Employee restroom and in ware washing area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-04-4
43
Dec 1, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 24, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
50-08-7
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Grape Bottle last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Grape Bottle on file is from Sep 10, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
How does Grape Bottle compare to other restaurants in Dunedin?
Grape Bottle most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Dunedin average of 75.
Has Grape Bottle's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Grape Bottle 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 Grape Bottle 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 Grape Bottle inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Grape Bottle is inspected around two times per year on average.
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