Rod & Reel Pier in Holmes Beach

Last inspected:

3246 E Bay Dr, Holmes Beach, FL 34217
Overview

Rod & Reel Pier in Holmes Beach has accumulated 141 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 5 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity in January 2023, followed by three consecutive days of failed compliance inspections before finally correcting violations in February 2023. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. Recurring violations involve proper ventilation, food contact surfaces, and employee health reporting.

Most recent closure: January 24, 2023 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

28Inspections
141Violations
1Closures
$600in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Rod & Reel Pier in Holmes Beach: Comparison to Manatee County Averages

This Facility 5 violations / inspection 5 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

Rod & Reel Pier in Holmes Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Rod & Reel Pier in Holmes Beach
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity N/A

Rod & Reel Pier in Holmes Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $600.00

Disciplinary action history for Rod & Reel Pier in Holmes Beach
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
7--2023005300 $400.00 Jan 24, 2023 Fort Lauderdale
7--2016011290 $200.00 Feb 19, 2016 Miami (Doral)

Rod & Reel Pier in Holmes Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)

— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 5 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 9 inspections38 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections15 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Rod & Reel Pier in Holmes Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rod & Reel Pier in Holmes Beach last inspected?
Rod & Reel Pier in Holmes Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 3, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Rod & Reel Pier in Holmes Beach last shut down?
Rod & Reel Pier in Holmes Beach was last shut down on January 24, 2023 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 Rod & Reel Pier in Holmes Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at Rod & Reel Pier in Holmes Beach are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.
How many health inspections has Rod & Reel Pier in Holmes Beach had?
Rod & Reel Pier in Holmes Beach has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Rod & Reel Pier in Holmes Beach find?
Rod & Reel Pier in Holmes Beach was most recently inspected on November 3, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Rod & Reel Pier in Holmes Beach ever been shut down?
Yes, Rod & Reel Pier 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.
Has Rod & Reel Pier in Holmes Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Rod & Reel Pier in Holmes Beach has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
How much has Rod & Reel Pier in Holmes Beach been fined?
Rod & Reel Pier in Holmes Beach has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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