Scarpas Coastal
Last inspected: Mar 19, 2026
64
Score
Inspectors have visited Scarpas Coastal eight times, with records going back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 19, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near five violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “commercially processed ready-to-eat”, which has been cited three times.
The city-wide average sits at 81, which Scarpas Coastal's 64 doesn't quite reach. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 19, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64
Oct 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
78
May 2, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed butane bottle on top of shelf next to food items by kitchen handwash sink. Operated removed the butane to a proper shelf with other chemicals. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee dumping water from a container. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled handle at interior Walk in Cooler. Operator cleaned the handle. **Corrected On-Site**
23-24-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed fluorescent light bulbs not shielded at exterior entrance of Walk in Cooler.
38-07-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed multiple employee food item at interior Walk in Cooler not identified or segregated from other foods to serve to customers. Operated segregated and labeled employee food items in a container. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
67
Jan 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at back exterior of establishment. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed open gallon of milk not date marked at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed multiple fry baskets blocking the kitchen handwash sink. Operator removed the baskets. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed pasta in baskets hanging at kitchen handwash sink. Educated the employee to compliance by moving the food item to prep table. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
55
Apr 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no backflow at exterior hose bibb at backside of establishment.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed milk not date marked at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container at kitchen handwash sink. Operator removed the container. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
70
Jan 16, 2024
Complaint Full
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. Observed butter 67F at cookline. Operator rapid chilled butter in ice bath to bring the temperature down to 41F. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. Observed multiple beverages in drink ice. Operator removed the beverages and discarded the ice. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-56-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed liquid eggs at Walk in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed multiple mussel tags not date marked with the last date served. Operator date marked the tags. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed no beard guard on employee at cookline. Employee placed hair restraint on his beard. **Corrected On-Site**
13-04-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
55
Apr 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee at kitchen. Educated the operator.
12A-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at wait station. Operator placed in sanitizer container. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple containers at dish shelf. Educated the operator.
24-08-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven at cookline.
22-08-4
74
Jan 31, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed at soda gun. Operator cleaned and sanitized the equipment. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Repeat Violation**
53B-02-5
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt container at cookline. Operator labeled the food item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Scarpas Coastal last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Scarpas Coastal on file is from Mar 19, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Scarpas Coastal?
Across the inspection record, “commercially processed ready-to-eat” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Scarpas Coastal.
How does Scarpas Coastal compare to other restaurants in Boca Grande?
Scarpas Coastal most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Boca Grande average of 81.
Has Scarpas Coastal's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Scarpas Coastal have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Scarpas Coastal 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 Scarpas Coastal inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Scarpas Coastal is inspected around three times per year on average.
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