Hugo II
Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026
64
Score
Across the available record, Hugo II has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 8, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around six violations to closer to two violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce”, showing up two times.
The city-wide average sits at 81, which Hugo II's 64 doesn't quite reach. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
9
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 8, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over produce in 2 door reach-in cooler in kitchen. Operator moved shell eggs to bottom of cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Observed pest emitting strip over food preparation table. Educated operator on pest strips and where they can be placed. Operator removed pest strips. **Corrected On-Site**
41-24-4
64
Oct 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over beverage in glass 2 door reach-in cooler. Operator moved raw shell eggs to bottom of cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
86
Apr 30, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance on interior of ice machine in kitchen. Operator cleaned and sanitized area. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employees beverage on food preparation table next to slicer and cutting board. Operator removed beverage. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed open lid on shared dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
86
Mar 11, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 8, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine wiping cloth sanitizer to strong. Operator corrected sanitizer to 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-27-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed Goo Gone, crazy glue and vitamins next to clean cutting boards on food surface next to utility sink. Operator removed items and placed in office. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon over dips in reach in cooler on cook line. Operator moved salmon to the bottom. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator was not able to provide Certified food manger certificate. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in bar area. Operator replaced paper towel. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-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. Operator was not able to provide food handlers training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometers in reach in coolers on cooks line. **Warning**
05-09-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding missing in kitchen at next to three compartment sink and along wall with 2 door reach in cooler. **Warning**
36-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl being used for scoop in rice. Operator removed bowl. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged in food prep with out proper hair restraint. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaged in food prep wearing bracelets. **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employees open beverage on food prep surface. Employee removed beverage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed multiple working containers of food products in reach in coolers on cook line without labels. **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid.observed lid open on shared dumpster. Operator closed lid. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
33-16-4
32
Mar 21, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 3 violations
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
64
Jan 10, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 8, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw salmon stored over unwashed squash in the reach in cooler on the cook line. Owner placed the salmon below the squash. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut tomatoes 51F stored stacked above the fill line in the top section of the reach in cooler on the cook line. Owner stated the tomatoes had been stored in the reach in cooler for approximately 1 hour. Owner placed the tomatoes in the bottom part of the reach in cooler. Milk 55F stored on ice in the front counter area. Owner stated the milk had been stored on ice for approximately 30 minutes. Owner placed the milk in the reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
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 touched their face around the mouth area then handled clean utensils without washing their hands. Employee removed the utensils to be sanitized and washed their hands. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-25-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Repeat Violation**
16-62-1
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
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Thought out the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
22-20-5
47
Jan 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Hugo II last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Hugo II on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Hugo II?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hugo II.
How does Hugo II compare to other restaurants in Longboat Key?
Hugo II most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Longboat Key average of 81.
Has Hugo II's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Hugo II have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Hugo II 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 Hugo II inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Hugo II is inspected around three times per year on average.
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