Whitney Bodega
Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026
70
Score
Whitney Bodega has been inspected 11 times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 17, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “no paper towels” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Whitney Bodega's latest score of 70 falls below the Longboat Key average of 81. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 17, 2026
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink on cook line next to opening being used to rinse vegetables. Operator corrected educated employee on the correct use of handwashing sinks.. Observed hands wash sink in bar area being used for other purposes. Operator removed items. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at handwashing sink in food preparation area. Operator replaced paper towel. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at handwashing sink in food preparation area. Operator replaced soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple cutting boards with cut marks at the time of this inspection. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
70
Sep 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed stainless cleaner on top shelf in food preparation area next to dry seasoning. Operator removed cleaner and placed in chemical storage area. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at hand wash sink at food preparation table next to exit door. Operator replaced hand soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink at beginning of cook line next to wire shelf. Operator replaced paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple cutting boards on cook line with cut marks.
14-09-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to-go containers on top shelf at cook line not inverted. Operator inverted to-go containers. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
64
Apr 30, 2025
Complaint Partial
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed bucket of quaternary wiping cloth sanitizer at 0ppm. Operator stated the quaternary sanitizer bucket had been out since before lunch and needed changing. Quaternary sanitizer bucket now at 300ppm. **Repeat Violation**
21-08-4
95
Feb 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
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. Observed D. Salasso with out food handlers training. Observed D Salasso, D. Rosa with out proof of food handlers training. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-20: Observed D. Rosa food handlers certification. D. Salasso is in the process of obtaining his certification. **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
90
Feb 11, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef burgers in 2 drawer reach-in on cooks line. Operator stated they had been in the cooler for approximately 1.5 hours. Operator placed bags of ice on beef to bring down temperature. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine not sanitizing. Operator set up 3 compartment sink to sanitize dishes. **Warning**
22-49-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw ground beef in 2 drawer reach-in cooler on cooks line. Operator moved chicken below beef. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed person in charge H. McElfresh with our proof of manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit to check sanitizer levels. **Warning**
16-37-1
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. Observed D. Salasso with out food handlers training. Observed D Salasso, D. Rosa with out proof of food handlers training. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at handwashing sink in food prep area. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cooking utensils in hand wash sink in food prep area. Operator removed utensils. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Basic - Ambient air thermometer not located in the coolest part of the hot holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometers in 2 door reach in cooler on cooks line line. **Warning**
05-04-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged in food preparation on cooks line without a hair restraints. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of fryer oil being stored on floor along wall in prep are. Operator moved oil off of floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife between equipment on cooks line without line. Employee removed knife. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working queue bottles on cooks line without line with out labels identifying products. **Warning**
02D-01-5
30
Jul 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
95
Jul 9, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area.Observed approximately 6 small flies at floor drain in dish area. **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Beef Burger 50F, Shrimp 50F. Operator stated items had been in cooler for approximately 2 hours for lunch. Operator removed items and placed in walk-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions. Educated operator on Employee Reporting Agreements. E-mailed copies of agreements, operator printed and had all employees sign agreements. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-05-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all gaskets on cook line reach-in coolers soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket on reach-in cooler on cook line across from grill with separated gasket. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on plastic containers on clean dish rack.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed self closer on back door in kitchen area leading to outside broken and not working. **Warning**
35B-03-4
55
Oct 16, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at employee hand sink located next to cook line.
31B-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed three cases of cooking oil stored on floor outside of walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on plastic containers on dry storage racks outside of walk in cooler.
16-46-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed through out kitchen.
36-27-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on shelf directly above Brussel sprouts being actively cut.
12B-07-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under equipment on cook line.
36-73-4
67
Jul 12, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed Cooked Potatoes in Walk in cooler in back area of main kitchen not date marked. Person in charge stated that they were prepared on 7/9/23 and date marked accordingly. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation on cooks line. Person in charge had him put on a hat and wash hands. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
86
Mar 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee handled raw beef then clean utensils without changing gloves and washing hands. Employee washed their hands and changed their gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-09-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Manager removed the utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Manager placed the towels in the dirty linen. **Corrected On-Site**
21-10-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Fan covers in the walk-in cooler soiled.
36-50-4
67
Aug 25, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Employee handled raw steak and then cheese. Instructed employee and manager on proper hand washing protocol. **Warning**
12A-12-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed ranch prepared on site containing buttermilk with date mark 8/8. Operator discarded item. **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed ranch prepared on site containing buttermilk with date mark 8/8. Operator discarded item. **Warning**
02C-01-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer blade soiled. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-03-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Cook wearing bracelet on his hand. **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed containers on shelf next to coffee station **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed throughout the kitchen. **Warning**
14-09-4
41
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Whitney Bodega last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Whitney Bodega on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Whitney Bodega?
Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Whitney Bodega.
How does Whitney Bodega compare to other restaurants in Longboat Key?
Whitney Bodega most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Longboat Key average of 81.
Has Whitney Bodega's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Whitney Bodega have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Whitney Bodega 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 Whitney Bodega inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Whitney Bodega is inspected around three times per year on average.
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