Spearfish Grill @ Siesta Key Marina
Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026
61
Score
Spearfish Grill @ Siesta Key Marina has been inspected 12 times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 3, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around seven violations each, up from closer to five violations before.
“Missing drain plug at dumpster” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing seven times across the record.
The city-wide average sits at 81, which Spearfish Grill @ Siesta Key Marina's 61 doesn't quite reach. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
12
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 3, 2026
Complaint Partial
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Observed 31 seats inside, 51 seats outside plus 4 large and 6 small picnic tables.
28-12-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.Observed several tags not dated. **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed 31 seats inside, 51 seats outside plus 4 large and 6 small picnic tables.
51-09-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored.Observed drink cups on floor near ice machine. Operator relocated to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
61
Oct 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken on bakers rack in walk in cooler over cooked shrimp and pasta. **Repeat Violation**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed some tags not dated. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Manager ordered. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-62-1
Intermediate - Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label.Observed chemical in spray bottle unmarked. Manager labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-21-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.Observed no drain plug on shared dumpster with marina.
33-11-4
61
Jul 10, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell oysters stored over cooked pasta on bakers rack in walk in cooler. Cook rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. **Repeat Violation**
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Establishment could not provide documentation for 90 days.
01C-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
16-62-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor.Observed multiple oil boxes stored on floor in dry storage area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.Observed multiple fish items in triple sink without water running.
06-01-5
43
Apr 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles.Observed quaternary at above 400ppm out of dispenser. Corrected to 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed china cap strainer in hand sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test strips for quaternary.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
16-62-1
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Emailed signs to manager. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-04-4
55
Jan 9, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-09: **Time Extended**
16-62-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-09: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
86
Jan 8, 2025
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning**
50-17-3
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Wiping cloth sanitizer reading +200ppm chlorine. Manager replaced the sanitizer new reading 100ppm chlorine. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-27-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw ground beef stored over ready to eat corn on the cob in the reach in cooler on the cook line. Manager removed the beef. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Warning**
16-62-1
Basic - A minimum of one bathroom facility is not available for public use. Due to damage from hurricane Helene and Milton the establishments fixed restrooms are out of order. Owner stated the restrooms should be completed within the next 3-4 days. The establishment has set up 4 portable restrooms with no plumbing, and one portable hand washing station outside of the restrooms. The hand washing station is being cleaned and refilled with portable waster 2 time a day. The portable restroom are being empty 3-4 times a week. All hand washing sinks in the kitchen are in service. **Admin Complaint**
32-09-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
14-17-4
52
Aug 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-06: **Time Extended**
33-11-4
95
Jul 30, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used
FL-45
64
Feb 29, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale.Observed Roasted Red pepper can dented on top rim approximately 1/2". Chef discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed Cold Holding Grits 49F, Pork 48F in reachin cooler. Chef discarded Grits and corrected temperature of reachin cooler .
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.Observed Adan Guerrero working a year and no training
53B-13-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair.Observed gasket not sealed on 2 door reachin cooler .
14-11-5
55
Oct 10, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.Observed hose on splitter in mop sink without vacuum breaker.
29-34-4
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee preparing lobster roll and adding lettuce with bare hands.
09-01-4
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.Printed copy for operation. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - Dumpster rusted out on bottom.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
33-12-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing lobster roll not wearing hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.Observed standing water on bottom of Reachin Cooler on cooks line.
29-49-6
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed shrimp, chicken, fish,nand beef defrosting in sink without running water. Chef corrected by running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
50
Feb 21, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Basic - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination different 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. Observed no HACCP Plan with vacuum packing of fish. Educated Chef and Manager and gave state email for special processes for operator to email. **Corrective Action Taken**
03G-50-1
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed oyster tags without last date written on tag. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
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. Observed no vomit cleanup plan, emailed manager plan. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed Hand wash sink used as a drain with strainer for beverages. Employee corrected by removing strainer. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed in bathroom on east side hot water faucet not working.
29-08-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black substance inside ice machine. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Dumpster rusted out on bottom. Observed rusted out bottom on left side of dumpster shared with Marina.
33-12-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
52
Sep 14, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine sanitizer at 0 ppm. Manager called for service.
22-49-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker attached to hose on splitter.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed large spray bottle in preparation area by warmer cabinet not labeled. Manager corrected by labeling. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop in mop sink, stored to not dry. Manager corrected by placing on hook. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tank in hall outside Walkin Cooler not secured.
51-11-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Emailed Manager signs. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-04-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black substance on top of ice machine interior bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed expired 12/1/21.
50-09-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed tiles not smooth in storage area between cook line and rear preparation area.
36-37-5
43
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Spearfish Grill @ Siesta Key Marina last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Spearfish Grill @ Siesta Key Marina on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Spearfish Grill @ Siesta Key Marina?
Across the inspection record, “missing drain plug at dumpster” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Spearfish Grill @ Siesta Key Marina.
How does Spearfish Grill @ Siesta Key Marina compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Spearfish Grill @ Siesta Key Marina most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Spearfish Grill @ Siesta Key Marina's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Spearfish Grill @ Siesta Key Marina have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Spearfish Grill @ Siesta Key Marina 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 Spearfish Grill @ Siesta Key Marina inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Spearfish Grill @ Siesta Key Marina is inspected around three times per year on average.
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