Sheraton Rustys
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
82
Score
Sheraton Rustys appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. Sheraton Rustys was last inspected on Mar 9, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
“Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
Restaurants in Clearwater Beach average 76, so Sheraton Rustys is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw salmon stored over cut veggies on speed rack in #1 walk in cooler. Raw snapper stored over small milk cartons in #2 walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Top of machine.
16-21-4
82
Sep 16, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 2 packs of cooked pork cryovac with no oxygen observed in bag. Items discarded. **Repeat Violation**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose at End of back hoods.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. 2 packs of cooked pork cryovac with no oxygen observed in bag. Items discarded. **Repeat Violation**
03G-50-1
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Dish area and three comp area.
31B-05-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked octopus.
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Cooks line. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
52
Mar 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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. Bar washer 0 ppm. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-05: 0 ppm. Service called. Machine put out of order. **Admin Complaint**
22-41-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Front kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-05: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Ice cube freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-05: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Torn gasket raw steak reach in across from small grill. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-05: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
74
Feb 25, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food Properly Stored/Protected
FL-48
32
Aug 26, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Soufflé cup used for portioning in cooked shrimp in salad area.
14-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. One milk crate of TruMoo milk on floor in walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
90
Feb 26, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
74
Feb 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Feta 44f, pooled eggs 47f, salmon 46f, raw burger 47f, all items moved to walk in freezer now 37f, 36f, . **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel not marked with last date served. Some tags not marked.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Next to three compartment sink.
31B-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets on line.
14-11-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Next to three compartment sink.
31B-04-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Two Ice cream tubs not covered in stand up freezer.
08B-12-5
61
Oct 13, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sheraton Rustys last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sheraton Rustys on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sheraton Rustys?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sheraton Rustys.
How does Sheraton Rustys compare to other restaurants in Clearwater Beach?
Sheraton Rustys most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Clearwater Beach average of 76.
Has Sheraton Rustys' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sheraton Rustys have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sheraton Rustys 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 Sheraton Rustys inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sheraton Rustys is inspected around three times per year on average.
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