Rumba Island Bar & Grill in Clearwater
Last inspected:
1800 Gulf to Bay Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33765Rumba Island Bar & Grill in Clearwater has accumulated 239 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.7 per visit. The facility has faced one disciplinary action with a $120 fine. Food contact surfaces, employee health reporting, and proper ventilation are the most frequently cited violations. Recent inspections show a pattern of high-priority violations, with 24 violations including 5 high-priority items cited in August 2024, followed by compliance callbacks.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Rumba Island Bar & Grill in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
7.7
violations / inspection
7.7 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.13
violations / inspection
6.13 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
Rumba Island Bar & Grill in Clearwater: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $120.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024032073 | $120.00 | Mar 15, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Rumba Island Bar & Grill in Clearwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections37 violations · 28 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections20 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections40 violations · 28 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections21 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Rumba Island Bar & Grill in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Rumba Island Bar & Grill in Clearwater last inspected?
- Rumba Island Bar & Grill in Clearwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 16, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Rumba Island Bar & Grill in Clearwater?
- The most frequently cited violations at Rumba Island Bar & Grill in Clearwater are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Rumba Island Bar & Grill in Clearwater had?
- Rumba Island Bar & Grill in Clearwater has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Rumba Island Bar & Grill in Clearwater find?
- Rumba Island Bar & Grill in Clearwater was most recently inspected on October 16, 2025 with 10 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Rumba Island Bar & Grill in Clearwater ever been shut down?
- No, Rumba Island Bar & Grill in Clearwater has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- Has Rumba Island Bar & Grill in Clearwater faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Rumba Island Bar & Grill in Clearwater has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $120.00 in fines.
- How much has Rumba Island Bar & Grill in Clearwater been fined?
- Rumba Island Bar & Grill in Clearwater has been fined a total of $120.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
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