Temptation Bar & Grill
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
67
Score
Inspectors have visited Temptation Bar & Grill nine times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Mar 9, 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 six violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked”, showing up four times.
By comparison, the average Boca Grande facility scores 81, putting Temptation Bar & Grill on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
9
Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
67
Oct 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
52
Apr 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations.
View 5 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 wiping cloth solution over 200ppm on test strip at sanitizer bucket underneath handwash sink. Operator added more water to measure at 100ppm test strip. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-15-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed drain line going into handwash sink at frontline handwash sink across the salad display cooler unit.
31A-10-4
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/. Person in Charge: Christina Harper.
53A-05-6
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.
53B-02-5
58
Feb 7, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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 chlorine sanitizer over 200ppm on test strip. Operator corrected by adding more water to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over cooked beef at Reach in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed sanitizer container with utensil at frontline handwash sink. Operator removed the container. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed no expiration date on foodhandler training certificate. Operator completed the document by placing expiration date. **Corrected On-Site**
53B-10-4
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash. Observed food items below paper towels grabbed with wet hands at prep table.
08B-36-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses. Observed knife in sanitizer solution at prep area. Operator removed the knife from the sanitizer solution. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-18-5
55
Apr 22, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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 at Walk in Cooler not date marked.
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Daniel Colvin, 07/17/2018. **Repeat Violation**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container at bar handwash sink. Operator removed the container. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses. Observed knife in sanitizer next to kitchen back entrance handwash sink. Operator removed the knife from sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
10-18-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed multiple shelves at Walk in Cooler.
14-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on cutting board at Make Table. Operator placed back in the sanitizer container. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
64
Jan 16, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at back exterior of the establishment next to mop sink.
29-34-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed liquid eggs 3 ounces with expiration date of 11/22/23. Operator discarded the food item.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed 2 oyster tags not marked with last date served. The chef date marked the tags. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee wringing the sanitizer wiping cloth at cookline handwash sink. Educated the employee.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered waste receptacles at both unisex restrooms. Educated the operator.
32-12-5
Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. Observed no waste receptacle at cookline handwash sink.
33-38-4
50
Jun 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-01: Operator in the process of completing the training. **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour pan not labeled next to Deep Fryers. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-01: Observed no label at flour container next to Deep Fryers. **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
86
Apr 1, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed multiple tags missing dates to determine if in chronological order. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed multiple tags missing the date. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade at prep table. Operator cleaned and sanitized the equipment. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
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** **Warning**
53B-02-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour pan not labeled next to Deep Fryers. **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-27-4
61
Jan 31, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter 62F at prep table. Operator did have it time marked, however, no Time as a Public Health Control Written Procedure. Emailed to the operator. Operator placed butter in cold holding unit. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef over muscle intact beef at Reach in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed multiple tags. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
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. **Warning**
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. **Warning**
29-27-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed multiple tongs at oven handle. Operator removed the tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-20-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Temptation Bar & Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Temptation Bar & Grill on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Temptation Bar & Grill?
Across the inspection record, “clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Temptation Bar & Grill.
How does Temptation Bar & Grill compare to other restaurants in Boca Grande?
Temptation Bar & Grill most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Boca Grande average of 81.
Has Temptation Bar & Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Temptation Bar & Grill have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Temptation Bar & Grill 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 Temptation Bar & Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Temptation Bar & Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.
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