Hula Bay Club/Dukes Retired Surfers Island Bar
Last inspected: Dec 30, 2025
61
Score
Public records show 11 inspections at Hula Bay Club/Dukes Retired Surfers Island Bar stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Dec 30, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around six violations to closer to three violations per visit over the last few inspections.
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Tampa average 79, so Hula Bay Club/Dukes Retired Surfers Island Bar trails the local norm. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
11
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 30, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored over pre made Cuban sandwich sets. Operator moved shrimp to lower drawer during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink at bar used for dump sink at time of inspection attempted
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed unlabeled squeeze bottles on cooks line. Operator had employee label during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting boards on cooks line.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee water bottle stored on prep table next operator removed drink during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of pickles stored on walk in cooler floor at time of inspection. Operator moved to shelf **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
61
Jul 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed some cutting boards are stained in kitchen at time of inspection
22-02-4
90
Jan 16, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 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. Dish machine tested 0ppm at inspection start time. Explained priming chemical dishwasher machine to operator. Machine tested 100ppm at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed pans of raw shrimp stored over ready to eat foods in walk-in cooler. Operator moved all ready to eat food at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a mold like pink/black substance in the ice machine bin on ice machine close to temporary kitchen door.
22-20-5
70
Sep 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained at time of inspection
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a mold like substance in ice machine bin near bar at time of inspection
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards in kitchen at time of inspection
14-09-4
82
Nov 8, 2023
Complaint Full
3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris on slicer by walk in
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed orange slices in hand wash sink by dish room during inspection.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Hand wash sink near dish room at end of cooks line. Operator replaced batteries during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
31B-06-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.observed bowls in flour and tempura batter bins near walk in. Operator removed bowls at time of inspection **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing tile in kitchen near dirty dish drop off
36-36-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards in kitchen and prep room
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open beverage over salad prep area during inspection.
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on clean dish racks. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Walls warped/damaged in kitchen.
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris on shelves in walk-in cooler during inspection
23-03-4
52
Oct 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dented can in dry storage of fire roasted salsa. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-02: Observed one can dented of clams 51oz **Time Extended**
01B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. Dented can not Segregated. Operator moved to be sent back. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-02: Observed dented can during call back. Operator removed during call back. **Time Extended**
08B-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Hotel pans on shelves. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-02: Pans still wet. Operator had dishwasher remove and rehash during call back **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Warped/damaged walls in prep room throughout kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-02: Walls still damaged during call back **Time Extended**
36-24-5
74
Sep 28, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed portioned rice 48F, portioned sweet potatoes 47F, portioned mashed potatoes 48F. Operator said the portions were from the night before inspection and told employee to discard all portions. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice 48F, portioned sweet potatoes 47F, portioned mashed potatoes 48F. Operator had employee dispose of product. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dented can in dry storage of fire roasted salsa. **Warning**
01B-01-4
Basic - Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. Dented can not Segregated. Operator moved to be sent back. **Warning**
08B-20-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Hotel pans on shelves. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Warped/damaged walls in prep room throughout kitchen. **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bathrooms that employees have to use without signage. Operator printed out and posted signs in bathrooms. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Accumulation of grease like substance on hood filters over oven in back prep room. Prep tables and storage shelves in kitchen with debris accumulation. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drinks in reach in cooler in prep room. Operator disposed of drinks. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-13-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Avocado with sticker still on cut in reach in cooler. Spoke with operator about washing vegetables before use. **Warning**
08B-39-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed food debris on bottom shelf/floor in glass-fronted reach in by walk in cooler. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wash cloth on prep table in kitchen. **Warning**
21-12-4
41
Jul 21, 2023
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jul 20, 2023
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 3 flies dish area. 2 flies back near bulk containers. 1 fly in prep room **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 8 roaches on wall behind dish machine. 1 live roach in prep room **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Sliced cheese 53f, Raw burgers 54f,Taco meat 54f, Sliced chicken 48f, Pasta 48f, Chick taco 54f, Wings 44f **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sliced chicken 48f, Pasta 48f, Sliced cheese 53f,Raw burgers 54f,Taco meat 54f,Chick taco 54f, Wings 44f. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions. Emailed operator educational package **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-05-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Sushi menu without consumer advisory **Warning**
02B-02-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Dead roach at bar **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee water bottle in reach in cooler **Warning**
12B-13-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wiping cloth on prep table **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwash sink back in prep room no handwash sign provided **Warning**
31B-04-4
37
Feb 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Management spoke to employees **Corrected On-Site**
12A-02-4
Intermediate - Basic - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination different than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants.
03G-50-1
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
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. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards
22-02-4
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. Emailed copy to ma
11-26-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Hostess stand **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.cup in ice **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Microwave handle **Corrected On-Site**
23-24-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Cooks
13-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Door on reachin cooler on cooks line
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. In storage room
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. On floor in storage room **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
33
Aug 17, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards, slicer, can opener **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-17: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Kitchen and complete back of house. Bare wood showing **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-17: **Time Extended**
36-11-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Hula Bay Club/Dukes Retired Surfers Island Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Hula Bay Club/Dukes Retired Surfers Island Bar on file is from Dec 30, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Hula Bay Club/Dukes Retired Surfers Island Bar?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Hula Bay Club/Dukes Retired Surfers Island Bar.
How does Hula Bay Club/Dukes Retired Surfers Island Bar compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Hula Bay Club/Dukes Retired Surfers Island Bar most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Hula Bay Club/Dukes Retired Surfers Island Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Hula Bay Club/Dukes Retired Surfers Island Bar have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Hula Bay Club/Dukes Retired Surfers Island Bar 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 Hula Bay Club/Dukes Retired Surfers Island Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Hula Bay Club/Dukes Retired Surfers Island Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.
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