Nortons Bar & Grill in Dunedin
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1824 Main St, Dunedin, FL 34698Nortons Bar & Grill in Dunedin has accumulated 201 violations across 22 inspections since October 2022, averaging 9.1 violations per inspection—75 percent above the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has experienced no emergency closures. High-priority violations dominate the record, with employee health policy violations cited in at least 6 inspections, handwashing and proper hand/arm washing violations appearing repeatedly across the inspection history, and proper cooking temperature violations cited in multiple recent inspections. Toxic substance control violations, parasite destruction requirements, and management awareness failures have appeared frequently in the most recent inspections. The most recent inspection on March 25, 2026 identified 12 violations including high-priority citations for parasite destruction, toxic substance control, and proper cooking temperatures, with the inspection completed and no further action required. A fire safety violation was documented on February 28, 2018, when an electrical plate cover was observed missing at a reach-in chest freezer.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Nortons Bar & Grill in Dunedin: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Nortons Bar & Grill in Dunedin: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Nortons Bar & Grill in Dunedin: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 3 inspections26 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections30 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections27 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Nortons Bar & Grill in Dunedin: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Nortons Bar & Grill in Dunedin last inspected?
- Nortons Bar & Grill in Dunedin was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 10, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Nortons Bar & Grill in Dunedin?
- The most frequently cited violations at Nortons Bar & Grill in Dunedin are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Nortons Bar & Grill in Dunedin had?
- Nortons Bar & Grill in Dunedin has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Nortons Bar & Grill in Dunedin find?
- Nortons Bar & Grill in Dunedin was most recently inspected on July 10, 2026 with 10 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Nortons Bar & Grill in Dunedin ever been shut down?
- No, Nortons Bar & Grill in Dunedin has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Nortons Bar & Grill in Dunedin had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Nortons Bar & Grill in Dunedin has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
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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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