Longboat Key — Food Safety Records

Overview

Longboat Key, Florida has 30 food establishments with 584 inspections on record. The pass rate is 86.7%, above the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 5.2 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $200 assessed to Island House in Longboat Key on June 23, 2026.

Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.

30Facilities
584Inspections
0Closures 2026
86.7%Pass Rate
5.2Avg Violations

Longboat Key Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Longboat Key 86.7% Pass Rate 86.7%
Florida Average 85.7% Pass Rate 85.7%
Longboat Key 5.2 Avg Violations / Inspection 5.2
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Longboat Key 0 Closures per 100 Facilities 0
Florida Average 1.96 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.96

Longboat Key Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Blue Dolphin Cafe on Longboat 1 Call Back - Complied
Blue Dolphin Cafe on Longboat 8 (4 high) Warning Issued
Tavern 2 Call Back - Complied
Tavern 7 (3 high) Warning Issued
Riva 8 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Shore on Longboat 1 Call Back - Complied
Guppy's Good Times 5 (1 high) Warning Issued
Shore on Longboat 8 (5 high) Warning Issued
Lo' Key Island Grille 2 Call Back - Complied
Lo' Key Island Grille 6 (3 high) Warning Issued

Longboat Key Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Longboat Key Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

31Actions on Record
$10,170Total Fines
$328Avg Fine
$800Largest Fine
14Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Jun 23, 2026 Island House $200 7--2026037634

Longboat Key Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

7Fire Violations
5Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Cooking without hood suppression 4
Exit blocked or locked 1
Other fire safety violation 1
Propane tank stored inside building 1

Longboat Key: Notable Restaurants

Longboat Key Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Longboat Key?
Longboat Key, Florida has 30 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Longboat Key?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Longboat Key is 86.7%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
What are the most common health violations in Longboat Key?
The most frequently cited violations in Longboat Key are: Approved food source, Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils.
How does Longboat Key compare to the Florida state average?
Longboat Key has a pass rate of 86.7%, which is 1 percentage points above the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 5.2 compared to the state average of 4.68.
How often are restaurants inspected in Longboat Key?
Food establishments in Longboat Key have an average of 19.5 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Longboat Key been assessed?
Food establishments in Longboat Key have been assessed $10,170 in fines across 31 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $328 and the largest single fine was $800.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Longboat Key restaurants?
7 fire safety violations have been documented across 5 food establishments in Longboat Key. The most common issue is cooking without hood suppression.

In the News Longboat Key

Longboat Key Restaurants & Food Establishments (30)

Court 21

3100 HARBOURSIDE DR, Longboat Key

20 inspections · 81 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Maison Blanche

2605 GULF OF MEXICO DR, Longboat Key

21 inspections · 79 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Guppy's Good Times

5610 GULF OF MEXICO DR STE 5, Longboat Key

12 inspections · 55 violations · Last: Sep 2026

Lo' Key Island Grille

5620 GULF OF MEXICO DR, Longboat Key

7 inspections · 31 violations · Last: Sep 2026

Tyler's of Longboat

5350 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE, Longboat Key

12 inspections · 30 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Aura Beach Grill

1601 GULF OF MEXICO DR, Longboat Key

6 inspections · 28 violations · Last: Sep 2026

Pennys Ice Cream

5610 GULF OF MEXICO DR UNIT 3, Longboat Key

6 inspections · 21 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Riva

1601 GULF OF MEXICO DR, Longboat Key

5 inspections · 20 violations · Last: Sep 2026

St. Regis/banquet Kitchen Longboat Key

1601 GULF OF MEXICO DR, Longboat Key

6 inspections · 15 violations · Last: Sep 2026

Cw Prime

1601 GULF OF MEXICO DR, Longboat Key

4 inspections · 4 violations · Last: Apr 2026