Sand Bar
Last inspected: Dec 1, 2025
58
Score
Inspectors have visited Sand Bar 11 times, with records going back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 1, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near five violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
Sand Bar's latest score of 58 falls below the Marco Island average of 76. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
11
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 1, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. There is a can if sterno stored next to hot sauce and red wine vinegar on a shelf next to the pizza make table cooler. Operator removed the sterno. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Multiple employee training certificates are on photocopied certificates.
53B-09-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. There is an unlabeled chemical spray bottle in the dishwashing area. Operator discarded the unlabeled chemical spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between a cardboard box of printer paper and a shelf. Operator removed the knife. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. There is a bowl with no handle inside a container of cheese curds in the reach in freezer. Operator removed the bowl. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in the service area at the bar. Operator moved the ice scoop to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. There is no handwashing sign in the men's restroom. Operator hung a handwashing sign in the men's restroom. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
58
Jul 14, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. In the can rack, not separated from other cans there is 1 number 10 can of sliced ripe olives with a dented rim. See stop sale.
01B-01-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In the steam table mashed potatoes (125F - Hot Holding). Operator had the potatoes double panned. Operator removed the bottom pan, mashed potatoes 172F reheated. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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. Tn the drawer cooler there are two 8 ounce portions of commercially reduced oxygen packaged salmon fully thawed while still in the package. See stop sale.
01B-13-4
Basic - Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. In the can rack, not separated from other cans there is 1 number 10 can of sliced ripe olives with a dented rim. See stop sale.
08B-20-4
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. Tn the drawer cooler there are two 8 ounce portions of commercially reduced oxygen packaged salmon fully thawed while still in the package. See stop sale.
06-09-1
58
Nov 1, 2024
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
90
Oct 31, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the make table across from the fryers, fish dip (49F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); hard boiled eggs (53F - Cold Holding). Per operator all food in cooler overnight. See stop sale. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the make table across from the fryers, fish dip (49F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); hard boiled eggs (53F - Cold Holding). Per operator all food in cooler overnight. **Warning**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. The hand sink by the deep fryer is filled with ice. Operator melted the ice. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured inside the walk-in cooler and in dry storage. **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Warning**
32-12-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. In the service area there is a ice scoop on top of the ice bin. **Warning**
10-12-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. There is no hand washing sign in the men's restroom. **Warning**
31B-04-4
55
Aug 9, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the single door reach in cooler in the prep area, seafood salad (47F - Cold Holding). Operator discarded the seafood salad.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. There is raw whole muscle beef stored in the same pan as raw ground beef. Operator removed the whole muscle beef. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. There is a mold like substance inside the nozzles of the soda guns behind the bar.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. There is a unlabeled chemical spray bottle at the service bar.
41-17-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. There is a buildup of ice on the walk-in freezer door.
14-69-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on a hair net. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
55
Mar 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
90
Mar 13, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the single door reach in cooler raw mechanically tenderized pork is stored over giant pretzels. Operator moved the pork to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. In the make table cooler next to the deep fryer nonfood-grade bags of ice are in direct contact with shrimp and chicken. Operator discarded the bags of ice. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm), operator will sanitize in the triple sink until the dishwasher is repaired. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In the walk-in cooler raw chicken wings and raw chicken breast tenders are stored over raw fish and whole muscle pork. **Warning**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. There is a mold like substance inside the soda gun nozzle inside the entrance to the bar closest to the kitchen. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Oyster tags are not marked with the last date served. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01C-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. There are multiple cases of food stored on the floor in the walk-in freezer. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. In the service station at the bar the ice scoop is stored on top of a wiping towel. **Warning**
10-12-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. There is a set of tongs on the fryer door handle. Operator removed the tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses. There is a knife stored in sanitizer in the prep area. Inspector explained proper storage of utensils, operating removed the knife from the sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-18-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. In dry storage bins of flour and sugar are not labeled. **Warning**
02D-01-5
35
Sep 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
78
Jun 15, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
61
Feb 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher Chlorine sanitizer 0ppm. Operator primed the dishwasher, chlorine sanitizer 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
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. Inspector provided the operator with a written procedure for the cleaning of vomiting and diarrhea. **Corrective Action Taken**
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. Inspector provided the operator with the employee reporting agreement. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Inspector provided the operator with a copy of a choking poster. **Corrective Action Taken**
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. There is mahi-mahi thawed inside of commercially reduced oxygen packaging in the single door reach in cooler in the prep area.
06-09-1
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. There is a buildup of grease on the hood filers.
23-03-4
61
Sep 22, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. The door gaskets of the double door make table across from the deep fryer are torn. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sand Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sand Bar on file is from Dec 1, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sand Bar?
Across the inspection record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sand Bar.
How does Sand Bar compare to other restaurants in Marco Island?
Sand Bar most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Marco Island average of 76.
Has Sand Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sand Bar have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Sand Bar 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 Sand Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sand Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.
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