Grove Surf Cafe

1309 Gulf Blvd, Indian Rocks Beach, FL 33785

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Oct 23, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Going back to 2022, Grove Surf Cafe has seven inspections in the public record. On Oct 23, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.

“Time/temperature control for safety food” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

By comparison, the average Indian Rocks Beach facility scores 84, putting Grove Surf Cafe on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 23, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. chorizo 128f, scrambled eggs 126f,

03B-01-6

Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Cooked chicken cooling 1 hour 72f, cooling on speed rack in kitchen area.

03D-15-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Canola oil stored on floor on cooks line. Food stored on floor in walk in cooler. Food stored on floor in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Mar 6, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Oct 24, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Aug 12, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked eggs holding 125f, reheated to 165f, **Corrected On-Site**

03B-01-6

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter 67f, sliced cheese 68f, items put back in reach in cooler for quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

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.

53B-01-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Food boxes on floor in Walk in freezer. Food stored on floor in walk in cooler.

08B-38-4

Apr 23, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Jun 8, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Sep 21, 2022

Routine - Food

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

View 8 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Grove Surf Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Grove Surf Cafe on file is from Oct 23, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Grove Surf Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Grove Surf Cafe.

How does Grove Surf Cafe compare to other restaurants in Indian Rocks Beach?

Grove Surf Cafe most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Indian Rocks Beach average of 84.

Has Grove Surf Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Grove Surf Cafe have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Grove Surf Cafe means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Grove Surf Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Grove Surf Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.

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