Jimmys Fish House and Iguana Bar
Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026
61
Score
Inspectors have visited Jimmys Fish House and Iguana Bar 10 times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 18, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.
The pattern that stands out is “accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine”, which has been cited five times.
Compared to other Clearwater Beach restaurants (averaging 76), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 18, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 5 raw tuna still in opened package not removed. Discarded. **Repeat Violation**
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun nozzles at bar soiled. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Server station hand sink used for dump sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. 5 raw tuna still in opened package not removed. Discarded. **Repeat Violation**
06-09-1
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior ice bin lids.
23-03-4
61
Sep 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 7 thawed tuna still in cryovac package. 15 raw mahi thawed and still in cryovac package.
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soiled can opener blade.
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Under lip of lid. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. 7 raw tuna thawed and still in cryovac package. 15 raw mahi thawed and still in cryovac package.
06-09-1
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Server front alley in kitchen.
10-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Broken glass in bottom of glass chiller at inside bar.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Soufflé cups and other single service items stored on floor in storage area.
25-05-4
Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. South end soda gun at inside bar.
29-17-4
55
Apr 1, 2025
Complaint Partial
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Wild bird present inside establishment and outside deck. Observed wild birds landing on outside dirty tables, landing on an outside table with sitting guests and a bird taking food out of a bus tub while the employee was cleaning another outside table. Talked to chef regarding keeping doors closed so no birds can enter the inside dining room.
35A-15-4
90
Jan 31, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
86
Aug 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Cooked shrimp under raw shrimp in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. All soda gun nozzles at bar.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Server station used as dump sink evident by strainer in sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Dish area.
31B-06-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Server alley by toast machine. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spatula in standing water next to sauté area. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Broken glass in bottom of beer glass chiller in bar.
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler under register in bar.
29-49-6
Basic - Utensils in poor condition. 3 frayed fry baskets.
14-12-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Dish area, repairs being made. Server side station missing ceiling tiles.
36-36-4
43
Mar 13, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
47
Jul 20, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. 9 tags no last used by date.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade. Soda guns at bar.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Printed one, operator displayed. **Corrected On-Site**
02A-01-4
Intermediate - Raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters from different original containers mixed together prior to preparation for service. Two different tags found in same container.
01C-07-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler line. Bar wine cooler.
29-49-6
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Can opener table.
14-20-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Plastic cups on floor. **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Soda room. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. In front of chemical room.
36-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks stored next to coffee in side station.
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee backpacks stored with clean linens in server side station.
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Store room.
08B-38-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Employee cutting unwashed broccoli before washing.
08B-39-4
35
Jun 2, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
45
Jun 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
52
Nov 14, 2022
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked chicken 49f, line cooler across from fryers. **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Wick fuel stored over unwashed potatoes.
41-10-4
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Gumbo 53f, gumbo 57f, made on 11/13/2022 missed cooling window. Items discarded.
03D-02-5
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in bar area. 4 flies observed in bar area.
35A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Cooked ribs stored under raw shrimp in walk in cooler. Raw oysters over cooked sausage and sliced ham. Raw salmon over Mac n cheese on speed rack. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Gumbo 53f, gumbo 57f, made on 11/13/2022 missed cooling window. Items discarded.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink in prep area.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-05-5
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/Rick Norberg 11/6/2018 not present at time of inspection. No other certified food managers available.
53A-05-6
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Server station floor on side of soda fountain off of main dining room.
36-73-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. **Repeat Violation**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Dish area.
38-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters above grill. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Aluminum round to go bottoms not stored inverted.
25-06-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bar coolers. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Under scrape sink in dish area.
36-27-5
20
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Jimmys Fish House and Iguana Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Jimmys Fish House and Iguana Bar on file is from Mar 18, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Jimmys Fish House and Iguana Bar?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Jimmys Fish House and Iguana Bar.
How does Jimmys Fish House and Iguana Bar compare to other restaurants in Clearwater Beach?
Jimmys Fish House and Iguana Bar most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Clearwater Beach average of 76.
Has Jimmys Fish House and Iguana Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jimmys Fish House and Iguana Bar have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Jimmys Fish House and Iguana 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 Jimmys Fish House and Iguana Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Jimmys Fish House and Iguana Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.
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