The Rhum House

58182 Overseas Hwy Ste B, Marathon, FL 33050

Bar / Pub

Last inspected: Jan 6, 2026

Score

High Risk

Public records show seven inspections at The Rhum House stretching back to 2023. The Rhum House was last inspected on Jan 6, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near six violations per visit across recent inspections.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “menu does not identify which items contain raw”, showing up two times.

That's lower than the typical Marathon restaurant, which scores around 67. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 6, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations.

View 4 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Aug 13, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 8 violations

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Feb 14, 2025

Routine - Food

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

View 5 violations

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Oct 8, 2024

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Octopus 53F, raw pork @ 53 F , cooked asparagus 53F

03A-02-5

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish over cut melons , shell eggs over Canadian bacon in the walkin cooler

08A-05-6

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Octopus stored in reachin cooler at 53F, raw pork @ 53 F , cooked asparagus 53F

01B-02-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing spray bottles of cleaner hanging on handwashing sink in the kitchen

31A-11-4

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tuna tartare, ceviche of the day not identified as raw or undercooked on the menu

02B-01-5

Intermediate - oyster tags not marked with last date served.

01C-03-4

Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. On the cookline the lift lid unit @53 F,.

14-74-7

Mar 12, 2024

Routine - Food

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

View 4 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb @ down stair kitchen

29-34-4

Intermediate - /oyster tags not marked with last date served.

01C-03-4

Intermediate - oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.

01C-05-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Raw beef ROP on site in the freezer with no label.

03G-53-1

Oct 17, 2023

Routine - Food

6 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. **Corrected On-Site**

02B-02-5

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. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.

02B-01-5

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. **Corrected On-Site**

02A-01-4

Basic - Food stored outside Observed cold holding units holding bar and beverage related items are under the building in an open air environment.

08B-42-4

Basic - Bar Ice machine exterior soiled with rust.

23-01-4

Mar 24, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb, Above mop sink

29-34-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Rhum House last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Rhum House on file is from Jan 6, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Rhum House?

Across the inspection record, “menu does not identify which items contain raw” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Rhum House.

How does The Rhum House compare to other restaurants in Marathon?

The Rhum House most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Marathon average of 67.

Has The Rhum House's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Rhum House have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at The Rhum House means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is The Rhum House inspected?

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

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