Wahoos Bar and Grille in Islamorada
83413 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL 33036
Wahoos Bar and Grille in Islamorada has accumulated 251 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 9 per visit. The facility operated previously as Whale Harbor Raw Bar & Grill and faces recurring violations in food contact surfaces, employee health reporting, and consumer advisories. A single fire safety citation documented electrical wiring in disrepair and an uncovered walk-in cooler outlet. Recent inspection patterns show repeated warnings and compliance callbacks, with inspections in April and October 2025 each citing high-priority violations.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: December 31, 2025
Wahoos Bar and Grille in Islamorada: Comparison to Monroe County Averages
This Facility
9
violations / inspection
9 violations per inspection
Monroe County Avg
7.04
violations / inspection
7.04 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Monroe County Avg
0.08
closures / facility
0.08 county average
Wahoos Bar and Grille in Islamorada: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2018041399 | $200.00 | Jul 17, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Wahoos Bar and Grille in Islamorada: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Walk in cooler outlet no cover.
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.
Wahoos Bar and Grille in Islamorada: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 4 inspections31 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 6 inspections36 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections27 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Wahoos Bar and Grille in Islamorada: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Wahoos Bar and Grille in Islamorada last inspected?
- Wahoos Bar and Grille in Islamorada was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 31, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Wahoos Bar and Grille in Islamorada?
- The most frequently cited violations at Wahoos Bar and Grille in Islamorada are: Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Wahoos Bar and Grille in Islamorada had?
- Wahoos Bar and Grille in Islamorada has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Wahoos Bar and Grille in Islamorada find?
- Wahoos Bar and Grille in Islamorada was most recently inspected on December 31, 2025 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Wahoos Bar and Grille in Islamorada ever been shut down?
- No, Wahoos Bar and Grille in Islamorada 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 V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
- Has Wahoos Bar and Grille in Islamorada had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Wahoos Bar and Grille in Islamorada has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Wahoos Bar and Grille in Islamorada faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Wahoos Bar and Grille in Islamorada has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Wahoos Bar and Grille in Islamorada been fined?
- Wahoos Bar and Grille in Islamorada has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Wahoos Bar and Grille in Islamorada operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Whale Harbor Raw Bar & Grill (2015).
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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.
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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