Pink Elephant

Bayou Ave, Boca Grande, FL 339219999

Other

Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Pink Elephant has been inspected eight times since 2023. Pink Elephant was last inspected on Feb 23, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Pink Elephant's latest score of 78 falls below the Boca Grande average of 81. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 23, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

View 2 violations

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Oct 30, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Apr 21, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Basic - Wiping cloth soap solution stored on the floor. Observed soap solution on the floor at cookline underneath standup oven. Operator replaced the wiping cloth soap solution with a new container off the floor. **Corrected On-Site**

21-38-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed multiple utensils in standing water 115F at cookline table next to Deep Fryers.

10-07-4

Basic - In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. Observed multiple utensils with insufficient velocity of running water. Operator increased the velocity of the water. **Corrected On-Site**

10-03-4

Feb 7, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed tags not date marked. Operator date marked the tags. **Corrected On-Site**

01C-03-4

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed tags not in chronological order. Operator placed the tags in chronological order. **Corrected On-Site**

01C-05-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth at prep table. Operator placed the wet wiping cloth back in the sanitizer solution. **Corrected On-Site**

21-12-4

Apr 22, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. Observed multiple beverage containers at bar. Operator discarded the ice. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-56-4

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Repeat Violation**

53B-14-5

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed multiple potatoes in a container on floor at 1st floor Walk in Cooler. Operator removed the food item at least 6 inches off the floor. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-47-4

Jan 11, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Observed soda guns soiled at bar. Operator cleaned and sanitized the equipment. **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at cookline handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items at produce Walk in Cooler. Operator removed the food items off the floor. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong hanging by grill on handle. Operator removed the tong to a safe location. **Corrected On-Site**

10-20-4

Apr 4, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, residue buildup. Observed can opener blade at prep table. Operator cleaned and sanitized the blade. **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple containers at dish shelf. Operator placed in a proper manner to dry by placing the containers on their sides. Operator in the process of placing a additional dry rack in the ware washing area. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

24-08-4

Feb 2, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations.

View 5 violations

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pink Elephant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pink Elephant on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pink Elephant?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pink Elephant.

How does Pink Elephant compare to other restaurants in Boca Grande?

Pink Elephant most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Boca Grande average of 81.

Has Pink Elephant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pink Elephant have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pink Elephant means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Pink Elephant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pink Elephant is inspected around three times per year on average.

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