When was Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown last inspected?

Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 19, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

What are the most common violations at Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown?

The most frequently cited violations at Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown are: Proper hand/arm washing, Outer openings protected, Premises clean.

How many health inspections has Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown had?

Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 0.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown find?

Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown was most recently inspected on March 19, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Has Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown ever been shut down?

No, Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.

What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?

Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.

Has Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown had any fire safety violations?

Yes, Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown

Last inspected: March 19, 2026

16039 Se Riverstreet, Blountstown, FL 32424

Calhoun County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Garrett Joanne and Samuel
DBPR License: SEA1700136

Overview

Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown has been inspected 22 times since September 2022 with 15 total violations and no emergency closures. The facility averaged 0.68 violations per inspection, well below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Most violations appeared in the most recent inspection on March 19, 2026, which documented 6 violations including repeated findings for proper hand and arm washing and food condition. A portable fire extinguisher gauge was found in the red zone during a September 2026 inspection. The most recent inspection was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

22Inspections

15Violations

0Closures

1Fire

Last inspected DBPR: March 19, 2026

Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown: Comparison to Calhoun County Averages

This Facility 0.7 violations / inspection 0.7 violations per inspection

Calhoun County Avg 4.1 violations / inspection 4.1 county average

This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures

Calhoun County Avg 0.31 closures / facility 0.31 county average

Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

2025 — 1 fire violation

Sep 12, 2025 — Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. K-class extinguisher by bar in recharge zone.

Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.

Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)

2026 — 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority

Mar 19, 2026 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

2025 — 3 inspections1 violations

Sep 12, 2025 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance

May 9, 2025 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Feb 17, 2025 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

2024 — 1 inspection0 violations

Feb 6, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

2023 — 1 inspection0 violations

Jul 25, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

2022 — 4 inspections1 violations

Dec 20, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sep 15, 2022 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Sep 15, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Mar 24, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

2021 — 1 inspection1 violations

Oct 28, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Warning Issued

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

2020 — 4 inspections2 violations · 2 high priority

Dec 17, 2020 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 18, 2020 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 29, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

Jan 15, 2020 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

2019 — 1 inspection1 violations

Mar 29, 2019 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

2018 — 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority

Oct 3, 2018 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Feb 22, 2018 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V42 Equipment condition

2017 — 3 inspections2 violations

Oct 19, 2017 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 11, 2017 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Feb 28, 2017 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Warning Issued

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

2016 — 1 inspection0 violations

Dec 29, 2016 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown last inspected?: Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 19, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown?: The most frequently cited violations at Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown are: Proper hand/arm washing, Outer openings protected, Premises clean.
How many health inspections has Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown had?: Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 0.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown find?: Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown was most recently inspected on March 19, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown ever been shut down?: No, Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?: Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?: Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
Has Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown had any fire safety violations?: Yes, Garrett's Oyster Bar in Blountstown has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.