Paradise Grill
Last inspected: Dec 3, 2025
67
Score
The health department has logged 11 inspections at Paradise Grill, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 3, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around nine violations to closer to six violations per visit over the last few inspections.
“Ready-to-eat” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Paradise Grill's latest score of 67 falls below the Nokomis average of 74. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
11
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged mahi bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. The operator discarded the mahi. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
01B-13-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged mahi bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. The operator discarded the mahi. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
06-09-1
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic beverage ups stored and not properly air dried at the server station.
24-08-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board in the prep area. The operator removed the wet cloth from underneath the cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry at the mop sink. The operator properly stored the wet mop. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
21-38-4
67
Jul 16, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 15, 2025
Routine - Food
9 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed guacamole with tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (52F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (50F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (52F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (51F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler at the end of the cook line. The operator stated the potentially hazardous foods had been held more than 4 hours. The operator discarded the foods. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed guacamole with tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (52F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (50F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (52F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (51F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler at the end of the cook line. The operator stated the potentially hazardous foods had been held more than 4 hours. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged grouper bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee wearing gloves handle soiled dishware then handle clean equipment without changing gloves. Educated the employee on proper glove changing protocols.
12A-09-4
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed cooked chicken wings prepared on site date marked 7/7 in the reach in cooler at the end of the cook line. The operator discarded the cooked chicken. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
01B-24-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked chicken wings prepared on site date marked 7/7. The operator discarded the chicken. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw tuna stored over cut avocados in the middle reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator properly stored the raw tuna. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed cooked rice (46F - Cooling) in the walk in cooler date marked 7/14. The operator discarded the rice. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-36-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked rice (46F - Cooling) in the walk in cooler date marked 7/14. The operator discarded the rice. **Corrected On-Site**
03D-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink on the cook line. The operator provided soap for the hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged grouper bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. The operator discarded the mahi. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees on the cook line and behind the outside bar.
31B-04-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed a quaternary spray sanitizer behind the outside bar at 0ppm. The operator discarded the sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
20
Jan 17, 2025
Routine - Food
8 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Food contaminated by employees/consumers and operator continued to serve food. See stop sale. Observed an employee beverage stored in drink ice behind the inside bar. The operator discarded the ice. Observed an employee beverage stored in the same container as cut vegetables in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator discarded the vegetables. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-12-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw ground beef stored over bottled beer in the outside walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw ground beef. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-11-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored over unwashed tomatoes in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw tuna stored over washed avocados in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator properly stored the raw tuna. Observed raw ground beef stored over chicken salad in the 2-door reach in cooler near the salad station. The operator properly stored the raw ground beef. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked risotto date marked 1/5; cooked ground beef date marked 1/7; cooked pork date marked 1/10 in the walk in cooler. The operator discarded the above potentially hazardous foods. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed cooked risotto date marked 1/5; cooked ground beef date marked 1/7; cooked pork date marked 1/10 in the walk in cooler. The operator discarded the above potentially hazardous foods. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
01B-24-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut lettuce (51F - Cold Holding) stored stacked above the fill line in the top section of the reach in cooler at the salad station. The operator emptied half of the contents and stored in the lower portion of the reach in cooler. Observed garlic butter bread (71F - Cold Holding) at room temperature on the cook line. The operator discarded the bread. The operator was emailed a time as public health control form. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the quaternary wiping cloth solution for the sanitizer buckets on the cook line at 500ppm. The operator diluted the solution to 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed an oyster tag marked with an incorrect date. The tag was date marked 1/18.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Cooked chicken wings prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked in the outside walk in cooler. The operator marked the chicken with the correct date. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed taco shells not covered on top of the expo line on the cook line. The operator covered the taco shells. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid. The operator closed the lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
Basic - Observed an employee beverage stored in drink ice behind the inside bar. The operator discarded the ice. Observed an employee beverage stored in the same container as cut vegetables in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator discarded the vegetables. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-14-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn reach in cooler door gaskets on the cook line and at the salad station. Observed a broken door handle on the reach in cooler at the server station.
14-11-5
20
Aug 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at the three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: **Time Extended**
41-17-4
90
Aug 21, 2024
Routine - Food
9 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw shrimp (54F - Cold Holding); butter (50F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (60F - Cold Holding); raw salmon (50F - Cold Holding); raw scallops (46F - Cold Holding); heavy whipping cream (53F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler on the cook line nearest the bar. Observed raw salmon (50F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (52F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (45F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); raw beef (49F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (47F - Cold Holding); deli turkey (50F - Cold Holding); deli roast beef (51F - Cold Holding); raw cod (49F - Cold Holding); raw grouper (52F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (50F - Cold Holding); raw mahi (48F - Cold Holding) in the low boy reach in cooler underneath the grill on the cook line. Observed cut tomatoes (57F - Cold Holding); deli turkey (57F - Cold Holding); blue cheese crumbles (54F - Cold Holding); buffalo chicken flat bread (58F - Cold Holding); cheese flat bread (57F - Cold Holding); hard boiled eggs (48F - Cold Holding); bread pudding (51F - Cold Holding); key lime pie (58F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler at the salad prep station. The operator stated the above foods had been held for more than 4 hours. The operator discarded the above foods. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw shrimp (54F - Cold Holding); butter (50F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (60F - Cold Holding); raw salmon (50F - Cold Holding); raw scallops (46F - Cold Holding); heavy whipping cream (53F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler on the cook line nearest the bar. Observed raw salmon (50F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (52F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (45F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); raw beef (49F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (47F - Cold Holding); deli turkey (50F - Cold Holding); deli roast beef (51F - Cold Holding); raw cod (49F - Cold Holding); raw grouper (52F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (50F - Cold Holding); raw mahi (48F - Cold Holding) in the low boy reach in cooler underneath the grill on the cook line. Observed cut tomatoes (57F - Cold Holding); deli turkey (57F - Cold Holding); blue cheese crumbles (54F - Cold Holding); buffalo chicken flat bread (58F - Cold Holding); cheese flat bread (57F - Cold Holding); hard boiled eggs (48F - Cold Holding); bread pudding (51F - Cold Holding); key lime pie (58F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler at the salad prep station. The operator stated the above foods had been held for more than 4 hours. The operator discarded the above foods. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed cooked chicken wings date marked 8/12 in the outside walk in cooler. The operator discarded the chicken. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-24-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked chicken wings date marked 8/12 in the outside walk in cooler. The operator discarded the chicken. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored over queso dip in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw shrimp. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed cooked beans at 4:45 (101F - Cooling). The operator stated the beans were prepared at approximately 6AM. Observed cooked pot roast (49F - Cooling) date marked 8/20 in the walk in cooler. The operator discarded the beans and pot roast. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-36-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed cooked beans at 4:45 (101F - Cooling). The operator stated the beans were prepared at approximately 6AM. The operator discarded the beans. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03D-01-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked pot roast (49F - Cooling) date marked 8/20 in the walk in cooler. The operator discarded the pot roast. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the wiping cloth solution for the buckets on the cook line at 500ppm. The operator diluted the solution to 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at the three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed the license displayed in the lobby expired 12/1/2023. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In the reach in coolers on the cook line and the salad prep area. **Warning**
05-09-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor on the cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
21-38-4
20
Dec 1, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed oyster tags missing last served date marks. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: **Time Extended**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit for the dishmachine. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at the three compartment sink. The operator labeled the spray bottles. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: **Time Extended**
41-17-4
74
Nov 30, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked pork date marked 11/20 in the walk in cooler. The operator discarded the cooked pork. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked meatloaf (55F - Cooling) date marked 11/29; cooked rice date marked 11/28 (54F - Cooling); cooked pot roast date marked 11/27 (49F - Cooling); cooked chicken date marked 11/29 (47F - Cooling) In the walk in cooler. The operator discarded the above food products. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03D-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at the three compartment sink. The operator labeled the spray bottles. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed oyster tags missing last served date marks.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit for the dishmachine.
16-37-1
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single-service cups stored on the floor in the storage area on the patio.
25-05-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor throughout the kitchen. The operator properly stored the solution.
21-38-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an opened employee beverage on a food prep table in the prep area. The operator discarded the beverage. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public in the reach in cooler near the dish area. The operator properly stored the employee food. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed the ice scoops behind the outside bar stored between mixer bottles. The operator properly stored the ice scoops. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on the oven door handle between uses. The operator properly stored the tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed the scoop used for panko breading not stored with the handle above the food product. The operator properly stored the scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed an in-use ice cream scoop stored on 92F standing water. The operator removed the ice scoop from the standing water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
35
Jul 11, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 7 major violations. 17 minor violations.
View 28 violations
High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. The employee re-washed hands with soap. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-20-4
High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed employee on the cook line wash hand in a handwashing sink with 89F.
12A-19-4
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a first aid kit with medicines stored on a shelf above a prep table in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the first aid kit. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dented can of tuna. The operator segregated the tuna for return. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-01-4
Intermediate - 'Consumer advisory for raw or undercooked oysters not posted/provided in a conspicuous location. Observed one consumer advisory at the inside bar.
02A-04-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hand in single compartment prep sink. Educated the employee on proper handwashing protocols. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed step ladders blocking access to the handwashing sink near the walk in cooler. The operator removed the step ladders. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. The operator was emailed consumer advisory. **Corrective Action Taken**
02B-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottles containing chemicals near the three compartment sink.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed the hot water temperatures at the handwashing sinks on the cook line at 89F; behind the bar 88F; near the ice machine 88F; outside bar 85F; wait station 85F; men's restroom 85F; women's restroom 89F. **Repeat Violation**
27-16-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed in-use knife between cooling units on the cook line. The operator removed the knife for cleaning. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-17-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed onions not stored 6 inches off the ground in the prep area in the kitchen.
08B-47-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed drinking cups at the wait station not properly air dried.
24-08-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on a shelf with food products in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the cell phone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed an employee drinking from an open beverage container in the dish washing area.
12B-12-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverages stored on a shelf in the prep area next to clean equipment. The operator properly stored the employee beverages. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed the displayed license expired 12/1/2021.
50-09-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent above the reach in freezers soiled with dust.
36-34-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed holes in the ceiling tile above the handwashing sink in the prep area.
36-32-5
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
16-23-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed the top of the dish machine soiled with debris.
16-21-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together behind the bar. The operator discarded the contents of the sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-03-4
Basic - Plumbing line from a removed fixture not capped off at the three compartment sink.
29-05-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. The operator closed the lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels in the kitchen.
33-38-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit throughout the kitchen.
05-09-4
12
Feb 28, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee wipe gloved hands on a soiled towel then handled ready to eat toast. Employee discarded the slice of toast and washed hands before putting on new gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw fish in the reach in cooler on the cook line. Operator properly stored the raw products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef stored over unwashed tomatoes in the walk in cooler. Operator properly stored the raw beef. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw ground beef stored over bottled beverages in the outside walk in cooler. Operator properly stored the raw ground beef. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-11-5
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one dented #10 can of marinara. Operator removed the can of marinara for return. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer soiled with food debris. Operator had the slicer disassembled and cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
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.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water at the hand sinks by the ice machine and wait station at 77F.
27-16-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop for ice machine in kitchen stored in bucket with soiled water. Operator removed the ice scoop and bucket for cleaning. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-12-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use scoop stored in 71F water in the kitchen. Operator removed the scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed multiple employee beverages in the reach in cooler in the prep area. Operator segregated the employee beverages from food to be served to customers. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single serve cups stored on the floor of the storage area at the outside bar. **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed multiple prepared food items not covered in walk in cooler. Operator covered all food products. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed produce stored over bottled beverages in the outside walk in cooler. Operator properly stored the bottled beverages. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on a cutting board on the cook line. Operator properly stored the wet wiping cloth. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Observed sanitizer for wiping cloths behind the outside bar with soap and bleach mixed. Operator discarded the mixture and filled with bleach sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
21-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar and flour removed from original packaging in containers not labeled. Operator labeled the containers. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
19
Aug 24, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine stored next to food products. Operator moved medicine to office. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed two cans of peeled tomatoes dented on seam. Operator discarded cans. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee not changing gloves between changing tasks. Educated operator on proper hand washing protocol. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-09-4
Intermediate - 'Consumer advisory for raw or undercooked oysters not posted/provided in a conspicuous location. Observed oyster advisory not displayed in conspicuous area. Operator printed out multiple signs to place throughout restaurant. **Corrected On-Site**
02A-04-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed mayonnaise stored on floor under hand wash sink in back of kitchen. Operator moved mayonnaise to proper storage area. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open drink container stored on prep table in kitchen. Operator discarded container. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled wiping cloths on cook line. Operator moved wiping cloths. **Corrected On-Site**
21-10-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service cups stored on floor in dry storage area near outside bar. Operator moved cups to proper area. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on keg cooler door soiled with slime like substance. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed drain plug missing at dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop for ice machine in kitchen stored in bucket with soiled water. Operator removed and sanitized ice scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents in kitchen with rust. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Paradise Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Paradise Grill on file is from Dec 3, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Paradise Grill?
Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Paradise Grill.
How does Paradise Grill compare to other restaurants in Nokomis?
Paradise Grill most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Nokomis average of 74.
Has Paradise Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Paradise Grill have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Paradise 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 Paradise Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Paradise Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.
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