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Walt'z Fish Shak

224 Boardwalk Pl, Madeira Beach, FL 33708
Seafood
Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk

Walt'z Fish Shak appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 14, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

Across the inspection history, “floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded six times.

Among Madeira Beach restaurants, the typical score is 68; Walt'z Fish Shak is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 14, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2/1/26 establishment is open and operating/currently preparing and serving food to customers Customer contact center #850.487.1395 to renew license over the phone **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under cook line **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
78
Nov 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Degreaser bottle in kitchen, labeled **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under cook line **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop for ice machine located outside not stored in a protected manner between uses. **Repeat Violation**
10-13-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
74
Apr 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Metal bowl in hand sink in kitchen, removed **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Clean plates on soiled shelf over kitchen cooler
24-06-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under cook line **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop for ice machine located outside not stored in a protected manner between uses. Moved indoors **Corrected On-Site**
10-13-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled
23-03-4
61
Sep 11, 2024
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Behind bar **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under cook line **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled. Wall mounted a/c unit soiled in kitchen
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Beer cooler at bar **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 200ppm, corrected to 100ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-07-4
74
May 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Grill surface with accumulation of grease **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Behind bar
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Behind bar **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
67
Jul 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooler at cook line-grouper cakes (49F - Cold Holding), moved to tall reach in cooler **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Accumulation of grease on grill surface
22-02-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Accumulation of grease under cook line and surrounding walls
36-73-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Beer cooler at bar
29-49-6
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 200ppm, corrected to 100ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portion cup in seasoning bins, removed **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Behind bar
51-11-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Cooler gaskets torn
14-11-5
58
Jan 13, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Walt'z Fish Shak last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Walt'z Fish Shak on file is from Apr 14, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Walt'z Fish Shak?

Across the inspection record, “floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Walt'z Fish Shak.

How does Walt'z Fish Shak compare to other restaurants in Madeira Beach?

Walt'z Fish Shak most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Madeira Beach average of 68.

Has Walt'z Fish Shak's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Walt'z Fish Shak have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Walt'z Fish Shak 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 Walt'z Fish Shak inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Walt'z Fish Shak is inspected around two times per year on average.

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