Sandbar Grill
Last inspected: Feb 27, 2026
78
Score
Sandbar Grill has been inspected nine times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 27, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “floor soiled/has accumulation of debris”, showing up two times.
Compared to the broader Dunedin restaurant scene, where the average is 75, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 27, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting board on reach in deli cooler on cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-27: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary test kit observed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-27: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Grooved cutting board on reach in deli cooler on cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-27: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
78
Dec 22, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting board on reach in deli cooler on cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary test kit observed. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All employee training certificates observed during the inspection have expired: Shayanne S. 9/22/2022, Edward J. 11/7/2022, Mickenzi W. 10/10/2022, Heather F. 10/10/2022, Misty W. 10/10/2022, Barbara L. 10/10/2022, and Gina D. 10/21/2022 all through SafeStaff. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License observed expired on 2/1/2025. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Grooved cutting board on reach in deli cooler on cook line. **Warning**
14-09-4
67
Apr 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Stained cutting boards.
22-02-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Operator thawing crab in still water. Operator turned on the water to properly thaw. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
86
Nov 12, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sliced tomatoes 45f, raw fish 46f, diced tomatoes 46f, coleslaw 51f, shredded cheese 47f, small reach in cooler. All products moved to another reach in and Ice added to all products. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Ice bucket stored on floor in storage shed.
24-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cooking oil stored on floor in storage room.
08B-38-4
78
Jan 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors, walls and ceilings soiled throughout establishment
36-73-4
82
Sep 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
64
Mar 31, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-31: **Time Extended**
50-17-3
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Discussed and provided handout pertaining to vomit and diarrheal events. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-31: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Discussed and provided employee agreement **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-31: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Cook line, prep and storage areas. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-31: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
67
Nov 14, 2022
Complaint Full
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board. On cook line **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-19: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-14: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sandbar Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sandbar Grill on file is from Feb 27, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sandbar Grill?
Across the inspection record, “floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sandbar Grill.
How does Sandbar Grill compare to other restaurants in Dunedin?
Sandbar Grill most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Dunedin average of 75.
Has Sandbar Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sandbar Grill have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sandbar Grill 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 Sandbar Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sandbar Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.
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