Salty's Island Bar and Grille
Last inspected: Apr 24, 2026
86
Score
The health department has logged 12 inspections at Salty's Island Bar and Grille, the earliest from 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 24, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Restaurants in Clearwater average 79, so Salty's Island Bar and Grille is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
12
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 24, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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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
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
86
Oct 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw shrimp 45f, raw tuna 45f, raw chicken 46f, under flat top. All items moved to another unit. All items now at 43f, after 25 minutes. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Ice bucket stored on floor. Item moved to dishwasher. **Corrected On-Site**
24-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar
31B-04-4
78
May 27, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
May 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Operator removed mop sink from inside of restaurant and will be added to outside back door. - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-19: In process of installation. **Time Extended**
29-27-4
95
Mar 17, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Operator removed mop sink from inside of restaurant and will be added to outside back door.
29-27-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters.
23-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Backpacks stored on soda boxes.
40-06-5
78
Jul 30, 2024
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
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Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
95
Apr 11, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 9, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations.
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Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
64
Sep 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Scampi butter 70f, butter 92f, items put on grill for reheat.
03B-01-6
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Ice cream freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Upstairs
29-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. 1/6 pan used to portion in breading bin. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. 2 ice buckets not inverted. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
67
Jun 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters over grill. - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-12: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Plastic drink bottle and juice bottles stored on floor in back storage area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-12: **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
90
Apr 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Multi surface degreaser stored on ice machine.
41-10-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw steak stored over raw oysters in stand up cooler at end of line.
08A-20-5
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 beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets.
24-05-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters over grill.
23-03-4
Basic - In-use ice cream scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Stored on glass door instead of in running water or heated holding water.
10-12-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Plastic drink bottle and juice bottles stored on floor in back storage area.
08B-38-4
52
Sep 26, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
35
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Salty's Island Bar and Grille last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Salty's Island Bar and Grille on file is from Apr 24, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Salty's Island Bar and Grille?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Salty's Island Bar and Grille.
How does Salty's Island Bar and Grille compare to other restaurants in Clearwater?
Salty's Island Bar and Grille most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Clearwater average of 79.
Has Salty's Island Bar and Grille's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Salty's Island Bar and Grille have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Salty's Island Bar and Grille 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 Salty's Island Bar and Grille inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Salty's Island Bar and Grille is inspected around three times per year on average.
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