Minnies Beach Cafe INC in Holmes Beach
Last inspected:
5360 Gulf Dr, Holmes Beach, FL 34217Minnie's Beach Cafe in Holmes Beach has accumulated 242 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.1 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. Recent enforcement shows an escalating pattern, with back-to-back administrative complaints recommended in September 2025 and again in March 2026, each citing 6 and 3 high-priority violations respectively. The top recurring violations involve improper ventilation, food contact surface issues, and missing consumer advisories.
Most recent closure: February 1, 2024 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Minnies Beach Cafe INC in Holmes Beach: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
This Facility
8.1
violations / inspection
8.1 violations per inspection
Manatee County Avg
4.78
violations / inspection
4.78 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Manatee County Avg
0.15
closures / facility
0.15 county average
Minnies Beach Cafe INC in Holmes Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)
Minnies Beach Cafe INC in Holmes Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024007405 | $400.00 | Feb 1, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale |
Minnies Beach Cafe INC in Holmes Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire extinguisher on cook line gauge 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.
Minnies Beach Cafe INC in Holmes Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— 5 inspections32 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections27 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Minnies Beach Cafe INC in Holmes Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Minnies Beach Cafe INC in Holmes Beach last inspected?
- Minnies Beach Cafe INC in Holmes Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 5, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Minnies Beach Cafe INC in Holmes Beach last shut down?
- Minnies Beach Cafe INC in Holmes Beach was last shut down on February 1, 2024 for roach 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 Minnies Beach Cafe INC in Holmes Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Minnies Beach Cafe INC in Holmes Beach are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Minnies Beach Cafe INC in Holmes Beach had?
- Minnies Beach Cafe INC in Holmes Beach has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Minnies Beach Cafe INC in Holmes Beach find?
- Minnies Beach Cafe INC in Holmes Beach was most recently inspected on March 5, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Minnies Beach Cafe INC in Holmes Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Minnies Beach Cafe INC in Holmes Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- Has Minnies Beach Cafe INC in Holmes Beach had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Minnies Beach Cafe INC in Holmes Beach has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Minnies Beach Cafe INC in Holmes Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Minnies Beach Cafe INC in Holmes Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Minnies Beach Cafe INC in Holmes Beach been fined?
- Minnies Beach Cafe INC in Holmes Beach has been fined a total of $400.00 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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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