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The Honu

516 Grant St, Dunedin, FL 34698
Seafood
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

The Honu appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 25, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

The pattern that stands out is “toxic substance/chemical improperly stored”, which has been cited three times.

Restaurants in Dunedin average 75, so The Honu is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jun 18, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
86
Feb 21, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Coleslaw 50F cold hold second temp 1:45pm 46F cooling, potato salad 50F cold hold second temp 1:45pm 45F cooling **Warning**
03A-02-5
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. **Warning**
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Freezer outside 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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. **Warning**
51-16-7
70
Apr 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Stereo stored on shelf above and next to clean pans. Operator moved sterno to gain compliance **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on prep table, operator removed cell phone **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
82
Oct 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottles of chemical stored hanging from wire rack holding clean dishes. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-10-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
82
Mar 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Avocado in prep table stickers not removed
08B-39-4
95
Nov 18, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottles of chemical stored on wire rack facing clean dishes. Staff moved spray bottles **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Avocado cut before being washed and stickers removed. Discussed with Chef the need to wash and remove stickers on fruits and vegetables before cutting or preping
08B-39-4
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Honu last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Honu on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Honu?

Across the inspection record, “toxic substance/chemical improperly stored” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Honu.

How does The Honu compare to other restaurants in Dunedin?

The Honu most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Dunedin average of 75.

Has The Honu's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Honu have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Honu 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 The Honu inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Honu is inspected around two times per year on average.

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