Sailfish Grille
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
32
Score
Going back to 2023, Sailfish Grille has nine inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Feb 25, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around eight violations lately compared to roughly three violations before.
“Stop sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Palmetto average 83, so Sailfish Grille trails the local norm. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
9
Inspections
5
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a bottle of body lotion stored with ketchup and other condiment. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the cook line: Mashed potatoes (120F - Hot Holding) Operator stated it had been out for approximately 30min , operator gave it a stir and placed it back in the steamer to get to 165F. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed commercially reduced oxygen packaged mahi not removed from its packaging before thawed. Operator willingly disposed of the product.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cooked chicken wings in a reach in cooler. Operator swapped them. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Hot water takes too long to reach handwash sink resulting in employees using only cold water to wash their hands. Observed the hot water at the server and bar hand sinks not able to get to the sinks. Operator called in a plumber to work on them.
12A-08-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed an employee reinsert their hands in the bar dump sink. Operator reviewed its proper use with the employee.
12A-03-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed no device to measure their high temp dish machines.
16-62-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black buildup inside their ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
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 commercially reduced oxygen packaged mahi not removed from its packaging before thawed. Operator willingly disposed of the product. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
06-09-1
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed their cutting boards on the make tables heavily grooved.
14-09-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed them missing a drain plug at their shared dumpster.
33-11-4
32
Sep 4, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. observed cooked pasta date marked 8/22/25 in walk in cooler.Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation.observed cooked pasta date marked 8/22/25 in walk in cooler.Person in charge voluntarily discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.observed in back kitchen area can opener soiled with mold like substance. Person in charge cleaned can opener. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed Person in charge a copy of the form . Person in charge printed and posted. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
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.educated Person in charge . Person in charge opened package. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.Person in charge cleaned up garbage. **Corrected On-Site**
33-19-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.Person in charge closed lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
50
Mar 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 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. Observed some employees with no written plan.
11-26-1
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed small green cutting board heavily grooved.
14-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed misssing sign on hand wash sink in bar area.
31B-04-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed missing drain plug. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath rear kitchen exit door. Maintenance man replaced threshold. **Corrected On-Site**
35B-01-4
74
Oct 24, 2024
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. Observed a package of reduced oxygen packed tuna not removed from packaging before being thawed. Operator willingly disposed of the tuna.
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed black build up on the left side bar soda nozzle.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap provided at the back prep hand wash sink.
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black build up in the ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed a missing drain plug for their dumpster.
33-11-4
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 a package of reduced oxygen packed tuna not removed from packaging before being thawed. Operator willingly disposed of the tuna. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-09-1
61
Jun 12, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 10, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ . Observed manager with expired certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-10: Chef took course on 3-21-2024 and is scheduled to take the food manager exam on 4/15/2024 at 11:20am. He tried to take the exam on 3/25 and was unable to take due to work restriction. **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed some employees with current certification. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-10: Chef has ordered booklets for food handler training. He is unable to proctor exams till he is certified on April 15,2024. He will administer as soon as he is certified. **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
82
Jan 31, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed current license expired 12-1-23.
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. Observed some employees with current certification.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ . Observed manager with expired certification. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour bin not labeled. Operator labeled bin. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
67
Aug 17, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
74
Mar 16, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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. Observed no clean up plan in place. Inspector will email.
11-27-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash signs at sinks.
31B-04-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sailfish Grille last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sailfish Grille on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sailfish Grille?
Across the inspection record, “stop sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sailfish Grille.
How does Sailfish Grille compare to other restaurants in Palmetto?
Sailfish Grille most recently scored 32 out of 100, which is lower than the Palmetto average of 83.
Has Sailfish Grille's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Sailfish Grille have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Sailfish Grille means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Sailfish Grille inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sailfish Grille is inspected around three times per year on average.
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