The Pink Pony

471 Park Ave, Boca Grande, FL 33921

Bar / Pub

Last inspected: Feb 27, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2023, The Pink Pony has eight inspections in the public record. The Pink Pony was last inspected on Feb 27, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer”, which has been cited two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Boca Grande restaurant scores 81. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 27, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Oct 30, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Apr 14, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at ware washing area handwash sink. Operator placed soap at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at Reach in Freezer. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Feb 7, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.

29-42-4

Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed cooling with lids covered on multiple food items. Operator removed the lids. **Corrected On-Site**

03D-15-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed multiple containers at ware washing area handwash sink. Operator removed the containers. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no beard restraint at kitchen. Educated the operator.

13-04-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at Reach in Freezer. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Apr 5, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Jan 16, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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**

53B-02-5

Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. Observed no waste receptacle at ware washing area handwash sink. Educated the operator.

33-38-4

Apr 4, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw shrimp over corn husks at bottom of Make Table. Operator removed the raw shrimp to a safe location. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-13-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

Basic - Observed multiple utensils not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed at Make Table. Operator inverted the utensils. **Corrected On-Site**

24-05-4

Jan 31, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.

50-17-3

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.

11-27-4

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.

11-26-1

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Pink Pony last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Pink Pony on file is from Feb 27, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Pink Pony?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Pink Pony.

How does The Pink Pony compare to other restaurants in Boca Grande?

The Pink Pony most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Boca Grande average of 81.

Has The Pink Pony's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Pink Pony 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 Pink Pony inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Pink Pony is inspected around three times per year on average.

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