Boardwalk Bar and Grill INC in Big Pine Key
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31044 Avenue a, Big Pine Key, FL 33043Boardwalk Bar and Grill in Big Pine Key has recorded 192 violations across 23 inspections, averaging 8.3 violations per inspection — significantly higher than the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. Chemical storage violations appeared repeatedly across the record, including in inspections on May 16, May 17, May 28, and November 4, 2025. Employee health policy violations were cited on September 5 and May 16, 2024. A complaint-based inspection on May 16, 2024 resulted in a warning issued after 12 violations were found, including one high-priority violation for employee health policy. The most recent inspection on March 17, 2026 was completed with no violations found and resulted in call back compliance.
Most recent closure: August 19, 2026 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Boardwalk Bar and Grill INC in Big Pine Key: Comparison to Monroe County Averages
Boardwalk Bar and Grill INC in Big Pine Key: Emergency Closure History (1)
Boardwalk Bar and Grill INC in Big Pine Key: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 4 inspections15 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections24 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections21 violations · 16 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections32 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Boardwalk Bar and Grill INC in Big Pine Key: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Boardwalk Bar and Grill INC in Big Pine Key last inspected?
- Boardwalk Bar and Grill INC in Big Pine Key was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 20, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Boardwalk Bar and Grill INC in Big Pine Key last shut down?
- Boardwalk Bar and Grill INC in Big Pine Key was last shut down on August 19, 2026 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Boardwalk Bar and Grill INC in Big Pine Key?
- The most frequently cited violations at Boardwalk Bar and Grill INC in Big Pine Key are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Boardwalk Bar and Grill INC in Big Pine Key had?
- Boardwalk Bar and Grill INC in Big Pine Key has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Boardwalk Bar and Grill INC in Big Pine Key find?
- Boardwalk Bar and Grill INC in Big Pine Key was most recently inspected on August 20, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Boardwalk Bar and Grill INC in Big Pine Key ever been shut down?
- Yes, Boardwalk Bar and Grill INC in Big Pine Key has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?
- Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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