How many health inspections has BLUEBERRIES CAFE AND WINE had?

BLUEBERRIES CAFE AND WINE has had 25 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has BLUEBERRIES CAFE AND WINE ever been shut down?

No, BLUEBERRIES CAFE AND WINE has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at BLUEBERRIES CAFE AND WINE?

The most frequently cited violations at BLUEBERRIES CAFE AND WINE are: Toilet facilities, Outer openings protected, Consumer advisory.

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

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

What does Florida violation V32 (Proper sanitizing) mean?

SANITIZER FAILURE: Improper sanitizer concentration leaves pathogens alive on surfaces. Too weak: bacteria survive and multiply. Too strong: chemical residue contaminates food. Incorrect temperature or contact time reduces effectiveness by up to 90%. Without proper sanitizing, cleaned surfaces still harbor millions of Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli. Use approved sanitizers at proper concentration: Chlorine: 50-100 ppm, temperature 75°F+, contact time 7 seconds minimum. Quaternary ammonium: 200-400 ppm, temperature per manufacturer specs, contact time 30 seconds minimum. Hot water sanitizing: 171°F for 30 seconds. Test concentration with test strips every 2 hours. Change solution when dirty.

BLUEBERRIES CAFE AND WINE

5337 GULF DR STE 300, Holmes Beach, FL 34217

Manatee County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: MUNDO THAINA LLC · License: SEA5105613

BLUEBERRIES CAFE AND WINE in Holmes Beach, FL has 25 inspections on record with 102 total violations (4.1 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

25Inspections

102Violations

0Closures

Data current as of March 25, 2025

Inspection History (25)

Mar 25, 2025 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

V42 Equipment condition

Aug 8, 2024 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V41 Toilet facilities

Feb 29, 2024 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Oct 6, 2023 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

Jun 26, 2023 — Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V11 Food in good condition

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

Mar 15, 2023 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V24 Toxic substance control

Oct 13, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 2, 2022 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

Apr 8, 2022 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V16 Proper cooking temps

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

May 7, 2021 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V32 Proper sanitizing

Dec 3, 2020 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V13 Parasite destruction

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

V41 Toilet facilities

May 6, 2020 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 6, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Feb 18, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 8, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 6, 2019 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 25, 2019 — Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Apr 24, 2019 — Complaint Full· 15 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V09 No contamination

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 15, 2019 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Mar 28, 2018 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V13 Parasite destruction

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Aug 12, 2017 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance

Aug 10, 2017 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V25 Allergen awareness

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance

Jan 31, 2017 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 14, 2016 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 14, 2016 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V32 Proper sanitizing

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

How Does This Facility Compare?

BLUEBERRIES CAFE AND WINE has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Manatee County average of 0.10 closures per facility. It has averaged 4.1 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.22.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has BLUEBERRIES CAFE AND WINE had?: BLUEBERRIES CAFE AND WINE has had 25 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has BLUEBERRIES CAFE AND WINE ever been shut down?: No, BLUEBERRIES CAFE AND WINE has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at BLUEBERRIES CAFE AND WINE?: The most frequently cited violations at BLUEBERRIES CAFE AND WINE are: Toilet facilities, Outer openings protected, Consumer advisory.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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.

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