Woody's River Roo Pub & Grill
Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026
39
Score
Public records show nine inspections at Woody's River Roo Pub & Grill stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 4, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around four violations to closer to six violations per visit.
“Grease receptacle/dumpster not” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing six times across the record.
By comparison, the average Ellenton facility scores 78, putting Woody's River Roo Pub & Grill on the weaker side. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
9
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 4, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over a pickle container in the walk in cooler and observed raw shrimp stored over cooked corn on the cook line. Operator moved both products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in a steamer: Marinara sauce (120F - Hot Holding). Operator stated it was heated in a microwave 30 min ago then placed in the steamer. Operator placed it back in the microwave to get to temp. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 10 live bees flying around the outside tiki bar.
35A-02-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for their quaternary triple sink.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed no device to measure their hot water sanitizer.
16-62-1
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed the operator taking out frozen ROP fish and placing it in running water to thaw. Operator had his employees cut open and remove the fish. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed multiple employee personal items improperly stored on the cook/prep line. Operator moved some items.
40-06-5
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed debris buildup behind their broken oven on the cook line,
36-01-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed a missing sign at both bar's hand sinks.
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed multiple single service articles not inverted in the kitchen. Operator inverted some. **Corrective Action Taken**
25-06-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed their sanitizer buckets at 100ppm. Instructed the operator on proper minimum strength.
21-08-4
39
Aug 22, 2025
Complaint Full
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed dumpster not on concrete pad. Contractor is scheduled to repair. **Repeat Violation**
33-23-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in small walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed floors throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
82
Mar 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired 2024 posted. Manager went online and paid. Verified printed 2025 license. **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed dumpster not on pad. **Repeat Violation**
33-23-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed floor throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
78
Sep 12, 2024
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed thawing fish in packaging without slit. Chef cut slit in packages. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed employee drink in plastic water bottle.
12B-12-5
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed dumpsters on grass. Location under construction. **Repeat Violation**
33-23-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee open water bottle in reach in cooler. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
78
Feb 21, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed dumpsters not on pad .I75 construction. **Repeat Violation**
33-23-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed floor in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
90
Sep 19, 2023
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed several colored cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed kitchen floors not smooth and durable. **Repeat Violation**
36-11-4
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed dumpster not on approved pad. County has approved. **Repeat Violation**
33-23-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single serve cups, napkins and bowls. **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles on food line in kitchen.
02D-01-5
78
May 18, 2023
Complaint Full
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
70
Feb 16, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
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. No employee reporting forms in place. Inspector will email
11-26-1
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. Observed no clean up plan in place. Inspector will email.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. No measuring device present to temp water.
16-62-1
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 4 food prep employees with no beard guards. **Repeat Violation**
13-04-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed one employee working pizza station with no hair restraint. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stacked wet pans on shelf in rear kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floor in kitchen not smooth and durable. Operator stated remodel on the way.
36-11-4
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed dumpster not on proper pad. **Repeat Violation**
33-23-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single serve items stored on the floor. **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
55
Oct 21, 2022
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Woody's River Roo Pub & Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Woody's River Roo Pub & Grill on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Woody's River Roo Pub & Grill?
Across the inspection record, “grease receptacle/dumpster not” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Woody's River Roo Pub & Grill.
How does Woody's River Roo Pub & Grill compare to other restaurants in Ellenton?
Woody's River Roo Pub & Grill most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Ellenton average of 78.
Has Woody's River Roo Pub & Grill's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Woody's River Roo Pub & Grill have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Woody's River Roo Pub & Grill 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 Woody's River Roo Pub & Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Woody's River Roo Pub & Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.
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