South Beach Bar & Grille

760 Gulf Blvd, Boca Grande, FL 33921

American

Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Public records show four inspections at South Beach Bar & Grille stretching back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 9, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near six violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked”, showing up two times.

Compared to other Boca Grande restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 9, 2026

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed multiple tags not date marked. **Repeat Violation**

01C-03-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a container of fish in water inside the basin of ware washing area handwash sink. Operator removed the container of fish. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed fish in water container at ware washing area handwashing sink. Operator removed the fish from the handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong on oven handle at cookline. Operator removed the handle and placed on top of shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

10-20-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice scoop in standing water 78F in container at ice machine. Operator removed the water in the ice scoop container. **Corrected On-Site**

10-07-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container not labeled at cookline. Operator labeled the food item. **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

Oct 21, 2025

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed tags not in chronological order.

01C-05-4

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed tags not date marked.

01C-03-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cart blocking the frontline handwash sink. Operator removed the cart to allow clear access to the handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoops on soiled surface at ice machine. Operator cleaned and sanitized the ice scoops and placed in clean container. **Corrected On-Site**

10-12-5

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container with no handle to scoop rice at rice container. Operator removed the container from container. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Apr 14, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed black beans 109F and lobster bisque 105F at steam table. Operator reheated the food item on stove to a minimum of 165F within 20 minutes. **Corrected On-Site**

03B-01-6

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-14-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed rusted can opener blade at prep table.

14-11-5

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed tanks at various locations of the establishment unsecured.

51-11-4

Basic - Employee eating while preparing food. Observed employee eating food at cookline. Educated the operator.

12B-01-4

Jul 30, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Frequently Asked Questions

When was South Beach Bar & Grille last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at South Beach Bar & Grille on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at South Beach Bar & Grille?

Across the inspection record, “clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at South Beach Bar & Grille.

How does South Beach Bar & Grille compare to other restaurants in Boca Grande?

South Beach Bar & Grille most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Boca Grande average of 81.

Has South Beach Bar & Grille's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at South Beach Bar & Grille have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at South Beach Bar & Grille 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 South Beach Bar & Grille inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, South Beach Bar & Grille is inspected around two times per year on average.

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