Star Fish Company
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
78
Score
Across the available record, Star Fish Company has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2023. On Mar 5, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
Across the inspection history, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.
By comparison, the average Cortez facility scores 83, putting Star Fish Company on the weaker side. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust pitting on wire shelf in the main kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
22-31-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards in both kitchens with grooved cutting boards. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 2 cases of food on the floor in walk-in freezer. Operator moved cases to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
78
Oct 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed surface rust on wire rack located in kitchen 1.
22-31-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees bottled engaged in food preparation without a beard guard. Employee put on beard guard. **Corrected On-Site**
13-04-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green cutting boards with cut marks.
14-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup-up in walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed handle of ice scoop in ice located in bar area. Operator moved handle above ice. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
74
May 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Employee bottle of medicine stored on a shelf next to food in the kitchen. Employee removed the medicine. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dry storage rack in the kitchen soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Torn tin foil used to line a shelf under the grill on the cook line. Employee replaced the foil. **Corrected On-Site**
14-20-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Employee placed the cloths in a sanitizer solution. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
74
Nov 26, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64
Apr 19, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over ready to eat coleslaw in the right side kitchen reach in cooler. Operator moved the fish. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the right side cook line: Cut tomatoes (56F - Cold Holding). Operator stated they had been out for approximately 1 hr. Operator placed ice around them. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the right side kitchen: Fish (96F - Hot Holding). Operator stated they had been out for approximately 30minutes. Operator disposed of the fish of his choice. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed an employee wash hands in a dump sink. Instructed operator on proper washing. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for their quaternary triple sink.
16-37-1
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. Observed expired: Karen S, Ralph G.
53B-14-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed multiple carbon dioxide tanks not secured in the storage walk way. Operator secured them with a bungee cord. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed an employee working in the right side kitchen with no hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed grease buildup under the left side kitchen cook line.
36-01-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at the prep hand wash sink. Operator placed a sign. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
39
Nov 13, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed in dry storage in main kitchen area a dented can of Chili sauce and crushed tomatoes. Educated Person in charge on dented cans. Person in charge set aside for pick up and return.
01B-01-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Observed in bar area Seafood Chowder (149F - Reheating). Person in charge stated that it was a reheated food product and was started in the warming unit 8:00am. Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Person in charge voluntarily discarded the Seafood Chowder.
03E-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed in Walk in cooler in main kitchen area raw oysters with no tag. Educated Person in charge on No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. Person in charge discarded Oysters.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in bar area Seafood Chowder (149F - Reheating). Person in charge stated that it was a reheated food product and was started in the warming unit 8:00am. Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Person in charge voluntarily discarded the Seafood Chowder.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Observed in Walk in cooler in main kitchen area raw oysters with no tag. Educated Person in charge on No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. Person in charge discarded Oysters.
01C-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area over fryers and Grill hood filters soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface in main kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in reach walk-in freezer in side area of kitchen walk way. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
43
Jul 26, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach walk-in freezer in side area of kitchen walk way. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-26: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area over fryers and Grill hood filters soiled with grease. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-26: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-26: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
86
Jun 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed in Reach in cooler in main kitchen area Seafood salad date marked 6/17/23. Educated Person in charge on TCS ready to eat food cannot exceed 7 days after preparing. Person in charge voluntarily discarded. **Warning**
02C-01-5
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. Educated Person in charge and emailed Person in charge a copy. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Outside screened food preparation area. **Warning**
31A-07-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed a screened in food preparation area on side of the establishment. **Warning**
51-16-7
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. Educated Person in charge and emailed Person in charge a copy. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor in Walk in freezer. Person in charge stated that there were no food delivered today. Person in charge removed from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach walk-in freezer in side area of kitchen walk way. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area over fryers and Grill hood filters soiled with grease. **Warning**
23-03-4
43
May 23, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Outside screened food preparation area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-09: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-07: Room construction in progress. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-23: Construction in progress. **Time Extended**
31A-07-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. Observed a screened in food preparation area on side of the establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-09: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-07: Owner in progress of plan review with DBPR. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-23: Spoke with Denise Cunningham in plan review for guidance on construction issues. Owner is going to submit plans for screened room. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Star Fish Company last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Star Fish Company on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Star Fish Company?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Star Fish Company.
How does Star Fish Company compare to other restaurants in Cortez?
Star Fish Company most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Cortez average of 83.
Has Star Fish Company's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Star Fish Company have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Star Fish Company 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 Star Fish Company inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Star Fish Company is inspected around four times per year on average.
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