Ocean Pointe Cafe
Last inspected: Apr 10, 2026
64
Score
Inspectors have visited Ocean Pointe Cafe nine times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Apr 10, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around six violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb”, showing up three times.
Ocean Pointe Cafe's latest score of 64 falls below the Tavernier average of 71. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 10, 2026
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. The Oyster advisory is posted and no oysters are served , operator posted the wrong consumer advisory. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.
16-33-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In Bathrooms used by employees
31B-04-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.tuna thawing in container on table , no running water
06-01-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
64
Nov 6, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to out door hose bibb
29-34-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Raw tuna thawed in unopened vacuum packaging.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over cooked rice and ready to eat chicken
08A-05-6
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.
11-27-4
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.
11-26-1
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
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. Raw tuna in unopened vacuum packaging
06-09-1
47
May 30, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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 - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Lid stored in sink
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar in cafe
31B-02-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.pool bar
31B-04-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. @ Pool bar
13-03-4
67
Mar 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb outside at pool bar area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb outside at pool bar area **Time Extended**
29-34-4
86
Dec 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb outside at pool bar area **Warning**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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/. Renovations in progress at pool bar , adding food to the pool bar. Cafe and bar are under renovations as well. Island Grill is taking over the food service and bar. **Warning**
51-16-7
70
Jun 28, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
53A-01-7
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.
11-26-1
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.
11-27-4
74
May 21, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jun 29, 2023
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Aug 11, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade is soiled
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Knife stored in handwash sink
31A-11-4
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. Kit Kat Purdo
53B-13-5
Basic - Employee preparing food in customer section of dining area. Observed Mint being separated from the stem on bar-top .
08B-48-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Standup refrigerator and reach in refrigeration are not workin. No food in units
14-11-5
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ocean Pointe Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ocean Pointe Cafe on file is from Apr 10, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ocean Pointe Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Ocean Pointe Cafe.
How does Ocean Pointe Cafe compare to other restaurants in Tavernier?
Ocean Pointe Cafe most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Tavernier average of 71.
Has Ocean Pointe Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Ocean Pointe Cafe have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Ocean Pointe Cafe 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 Ocean Pointe Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ocean Pointe Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.
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