Hudson Bar and Grill

9821 Denton Ave, Hudson, FL 34667
American
Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk

Hudson Bar and Grill has been inspected nine times since 2022. Hudson Bar and Grill was last inspected on Apr 21, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly eight violations before.

“Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

That's lower than the typical Hudson restaurant, which scores around 84. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 21, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm); Sanitizer Bucket recheck (Chlorine 100ppm). The operator added more water. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Basic - Interior of the microwave has accumulation grease/food debris. The operator cleaned the microwave. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. The fan guards in the walk in cooler are soiled with mold-like substance.
23-03-4
78
Nov 18, 2025
Complaint Full
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 bottle in the server weight station and 1 bottle in the bar area not labeled. The operator labeled the bottles. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface: The fans in the walk-in cooler are soiled with dust and a mold-like substance, and the fan in the kitchen's reach-in refrigerator are soiled with slime.
22-02-4
82
Jun 18, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects found 2 live flies in server area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-18: 1 fly in dish room, operator killed 1 fly in bar **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
35A-02-7
86
Apr 15, 2025
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 10 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken above raw fish in reach in cooler, chicken moved to bottom shelf **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found 2 live flies in server area **Warning**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee scratched head then touched clean utensils without washing hands, discussed proper hand washing with employee and manager **Warning**
12A-25-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels or soap at hand sink in bar, items put at hand sink **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Mussel tags not in order of last date sold **Warning**
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Some tags not date marked with the date sold **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01C-03-4
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. Slicer soiled Blue cutting board Microwave soiled **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink in bar has strainer with ice in it stored inside sink, strainer removed from hand sink **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test kit expired 2023 **Warning**
16-37-1
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/. Ice machine moved in dish area, ice machine added in bar area, plans on file are from previous owners **Warning**
51-16-7
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. Two employees with no employee training certification that have not been here for 60 days, no reporting agreement, two employees signed agreement **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with purple liquid in it hanging on rack above clean cups not labeled, employee properly labeled spray bottle **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/pink mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Blue cutting board **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Tiles throughout the kitchen missing and in disrepair **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven handle, tongs removed and put in dish area **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Chlorine sanitizer bucket at 0ppm. Employee refilled sanitizer Ickes, now at 100ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-07-4
17
Dec 27, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw fish in reach-in cooler to the right of the fryers. Operator moved and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Mussel tags not marked with last date served. Mussel tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
78
Mar 14, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 3 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
67
Nov 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishmachine at 0 ppm with container of chlorine almost empty. Employee switched container, primed machine, and new reading is at 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Mussel tags not marked with last date served. Discussed with operator and employees.
01C-03-4
78
May 26, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 25, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hudson Bar and Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hudson Bar and Grill on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hudson Bar and Grill?

Across the inspection record, “clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Hudson Bar and Grill.

How does Hudson Bar and Grill compare to other restaurants in Hudson?

Hudson Bar and Grill most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Hudson average of 84.

Has Hudson Bar and Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Hudson Bar and Grill have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hudson Bar and 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 Hudson Bar and Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hudson Bar and Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.