Libee's Sports Bar & Grill
Last inspected: Jan 29, 2026
61
Score
Inspectors have visited Libee's Sports Bar & Grill 10 times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 29, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around five violations, down from roughly nine violations earlier in the record.
“Handwash sink at cooks line block with sanitizer bucket” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Englewood average 77, so Libee's Sports Bar & Grill trails the local norm. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
10
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 29, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottles at wait staff stand by kitchen door and at bar sink stored over food items and clean cut board. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed soufflé cup used as no handle scoop in blue cheese at cooks line. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on shelf about cooks line station. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
61
Sep 26, 2025
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jul 24, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects found observed 4 small flying insects in kitchen 1 at cooks line, 1 at dishwasher area 2 near beverage station. Observed 2 small flying insects insects at hand wash sink at pizza station. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-24: Observed 3 small flying insects in kitchen dishwasher area not landing on any items at time of inspection. **Time Extended**
35A-02-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Repeat 2-12-25 **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-24: No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Time Extended**
16-62-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar. Repeat 2-12-25 **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-24: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar. **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - 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/. Observed establishment is using unapproved storage area for food, dry goods and alcohol. Unit is located 2 stores down from restaurant in old unoccupied Kmart location. Additionally 2 metal stores container are currently being used to store paper, dry storage food and alcohol in the parking lot behind account. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-24: Observed establishment is not longer using unapproved storage area for food, dry goods and alcohol. Unit is located 2 stores down from restaurant in old unoccupied Kmart location. Operator has relinquished use of the unit to new landlord. Operator is still using 2 metal stores container are currently being used to store paper, dry storage food and alcohol in the parking lot behind account and must follow up with plan review for compliance. **Time Extended**
51-14-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors at employee restroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-24: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors at employee restroom. **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Observed heavy grease build on ground by outside beer cooler where grease draining equipment is cleaned as per operators statement. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-24: Observed heavy grease build on ground by outside beer cooler where grease draining equipment is cleaned as per operators statement. **Time Extended**
33-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-24: Missing drain plug at dumpster **Time Extended**
33-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at bar. Repeat 2-12-25 **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-24: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at bar. **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed outside mop sink is full of standing water with food debris in it. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-24: Observed outside mop sink is full of standing water with food debris in it. **Time Extended**
29-20-5
50
Jul 23, 2025
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
15
Feb 12, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
58
Sep 11, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed garlic herb butter on counter at cooks line at 90F. Operator voluntarily remove item from use and disposed of them. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garlic herb butter on counter at cooks line at 90F. Operator voluntarily remove item from use and disposed of them. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink at cooks line block with sanitizer bucket in sink and not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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/
53A-05-6
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.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food with hair restraint. Repeat 11-1-23 **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket on counter at salad station. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
41
Nov 1, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.
11-05-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at dishwasher machine area.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Spoke with person in charge about the Big 6 food borne illnesses, person in charge did not have knowledge of Big 6 illnesses or signage to reference. Emailed operator Big 6 food borne illnesses signage and reference material. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-07-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed sugar bin on floor at dry storage area by dishwasher machine. Observed operator move sugar bin to shelving off floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket on reach-in cooler at salad station soiled with old food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
64
Jul 6, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Repeat 12-8-22
16-62-1
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. Email operater Employee Health Agreement **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed mold-like substance behind nozzle on beer tap at bar. Observed operator clean area. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
78
Dec 8, 2022
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Spoke with person in charge about the Big 6 food borne illnesses, person in charge did not have knowledge of Big 6 illnesses or signage to reference. Emailed operator Big 6 food borne illnesses signage and reference material. Repeat 7-21-22. **Repeat Violation**
11-07-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards at cooks line soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink next to dishwasher area blocked by pans in sink. Observed operator remove pans. Repeat 7-21-22. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in staff co-gender bathroom.Repeat 7-21-22 **Repeat Violation**
32-12-5
Basic - Cutting boards at cooks line have cut marks and are no longer cleanable. Repeat 7-21-22 **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of bread crumbs on floor in dry storage area of kitchen. Repeat 7-21-2. Observed operator move container to shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
52
Jul 21, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
11-07-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed beverage cup and bottles in hand sink at dishwasher area. Observed employee remove items from sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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. Observed employee remove fish from packaging. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in co-gender employee bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board at cooks line worn and no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking beverage in dishwasher area.
12B-02-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone on shelf above cooks line. Observed employee remove phone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bulk bag of sugar and case of pizza sauce on floor in dry storage area of kitchen. Observed cases for fries and bread on floor in Walk-in freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses at cooks line. Observed employee remove tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of single service containers, pizza boxes and cups stored of floor at kitchen dry storage area and in adjacent dry storage building at back of restaurant.
25-05-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters not covered or inverted. Observed employee invert filters. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
52
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Libee's Sports Bar & Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Libee's Sports Bar & Grill on file is from Jan 29, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Libee's Sports Bar & Grill?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink at cooks line block with sanitizer bucket” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Libee's Sports Bar & Grill.
How does Libee's Sports Bar & Grill compare to other restaurants in Englewood?
Libee's Sports Bar & Grill most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Englewood average of 77.
Has Libee's Sports Bar & Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Libee's Sports Bar & Grill have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Libee's Sports Bar & Grill 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 Libee's Sports Bar & Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Libee's Sports Bar & Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.
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