Pub 96
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
78
Score
Pub 96 appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2024. Pub 96 was last inspected on Apr 7, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.
Looking across the full record, “food-contact surfaces” is the recurring theme, flagged six times.
Restaurants in Bonaire average 95, so Pub 96 trails the local norm. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 7, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sour cream(46F) and salsa (45F) inside the reach in cooler in the bar area; ambient air temperature of the unit is 43F. Observed buttermilk (46F), Half-Half (46F) and Sour Cream (45F). My thermometer and the unit's internal thermometer both indicated an ambient temperature of 49F. Per person in charge the items were placed inside the unit Friday. ure Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. Food items were discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the baffle of the ice machine with slimy black and pink residue. Also observed buildup inside the soda dispensers at the bar. In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers: At a frequency specified by the manufacturer or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Discard existing ice in order to wash, rinse and sanitize interior of the unit.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
78
Nov 12, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the baffle of the ice machine with slimy black and pink residue. In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers: At a frequency specified by the manufacturer or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Discard existing ice in order to wash, rinse and sanitize interior of the unit.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
90
Jul 1, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
6-1C - proper cooling time and temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked chili insdie a pot inside the reach in cooler with a temperature of 50F. Per person in charge the chili was placed inside the unit yesterday. Cooked time/temperature control for safety food shall be cooled: Within a total of 6 hours from 135°F to 41°F or less. Chili was discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(d)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: Observed cooked chili tightly covered inside a crock pot with heavy condensation formed on its lid. When placed in cooling or cold holding equipment, food containers in which food is being cooled shall be: Arranged in the equipment to provide maximum heat transfer through the container walls and loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food. Chili was discarded due to time and temperature parameters were not met. Educate staff on proper cooling procedures.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed beer boxes and other debris around the trash can. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Clean area dumpster to prevent attraction of pest and rodents.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed the lids of dumpster open while trash stored insdide. . Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered:With tight-fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food service establishment. Close lids on dumnpster.
511-6-1.06(5)(n)
74
Feb 20, 2025
Followup
No violations found.
100
Feb 17, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
4-1A - food separated and protected
Inspector notes: Observed a container of ready-to eat pork stored directly on top of shell eggs inside the reach in cooler. Food shall be protected from cross contamination by: separating raw animal foods during storage, preparation, holding, and display from cooked ready-to-eat food.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Observed Ready-to-eat seasoned pork with an expiration date of 2/16/25 inside the reach in cooler. Discard the expired pork. time/temperature control safety foods that are labeled as “keep refrigerated” and that are for sale or service to the consumer or used as an ingredient in other foods shall be immediately discarded and shall not be sold, served, or used after the manufacturer’s expiration date or the sell-by date.
511-6-1.04(8)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the baffle of the ice machine with slimy black and brown organic material. In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers: At a frequency specified by the manufacturer or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Discard existing ice in order to wash, rinse and sanitize interior of the unit.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed no test strips to measure concentration of sanitizing solution. A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. Purchase test kit or other acceptable device as soon as possible.
511-6-1.05(3)(h)
16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Observed no hot water available at the hand washing sink at the hand washing sink in the bar area. Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the food service establishment.
511-6-1.06(1)(g)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed the grease receptacle lid open. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food service establishment. Close the grease receptacle lid.
511-6-1.06(5)(n)
52
Oct 15, 2024
Routine
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Observed no hot water available at the hand washing sink on the far right at the bar. Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the food service establishment.
511-6-1.06(1)(g)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the baffle of the ice machine with slimy black and brown organic material. In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers: At a frequency specified by the manufacturer or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Discard existing ice in order to wash, rinse and sanitize interior of the unit.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Observed no hot water available at the hand washing sink in the women's restroom. Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the food service establishment.
511-6-1.06(1)(g)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed the trash receptacle open while trash is being stored inside. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnable shall be kept covered: Contain food residue and are not in continuous use or after they are filled. Close lid on refuse units.
511-6-1.06(5)(n)
70
May 21, 2024
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the baffle of the ice machine with slimy black and brown organic material. In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers: At a frequency specified by the manufacturer or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Discard existing ice in order to wash, rinse and sanitize interior of the unit.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
90
Jan 23, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a container of nacho cheese with a prep date of 12/20/23. Foods that are date marked will be discarded after 7 days of the prep date, with the prep date being day 1. Person in charge discarded container with nacho cheese.
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the baffle of the ice machine with a brown and orange organic matter. In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers: At a frequency specified by the manufacturer or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Discard existing ice in order to wash, rinse and sanitize interior of the unit.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pub 96 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pub 96 on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pub 96?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Pub 96.
How does Pub 96 compare to other restaurants in Bonaire?
Pub 96 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Bonaire average of 95.
Has Pub 96's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pub 96 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Pub 96 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 Pub 96 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pub 96 is inspected around four times per year on average.
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