Blue Dolphin Cafe on Longboat in Longboat Key
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5370 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, FL 34228Blue Dolphin Cafe on Longboat has accumulated 165 violations across 23 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.2 violations per inspection — substantially higher than the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed but has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines. High-priority violations have been consistent across the record, with proper cooking temperatures cited in 6 separate inspections, hand-washing violations appearing in at least 5 inspections, and employee health policy violations documented in multiple instances. A January 19, 2024 inspection resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation after findings of management awareness failures, employee health reporting violations, improper hand-washing practices, and food contact surface contamination. The most recent inspection on January 7, 2026 documented 9 violations including repeated proper cooking temperature failures and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Blue Dolphin Cafe on Longboat in Longboat Key: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
Blue Dolphin Cafe on Longboat in Longboat Key: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024011829 | $400.00 | Jan 19, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2022026127 | $200.00 | Apr 20, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2016000913 | $200.00 | Dec 30, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Blue Dolphin Cafe on Longboat in Longboat Key: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections24 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Blue Dolphin Cafe on Longboat in Longboat Key: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Blue Dolphin Cafe on Longboat in Longboat Key last inspected?
- Blue Dolphin Cafe on Longboat in Longboat Key was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 7, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Blue Dolphin Cafe on Longboat in Longboat Key?
- The most frequently cited violations at Blue Dolphin Cafe on Longboat in Longboat Key are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Blue Dolphin Cafe on Longboat in Longboat Key had?
- Blue Dolphin Cafe on Longboat in Longboat Key has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Blue Dolphin Cafe on Longboat in Longboat Key find?
- Blue Dolphin Cafe on Longboat in Longboat Key was most recently inspected on January 7, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Blue Dolphin Cafe on Longboat in Longboat Key ever been shut down?
- No, Blue Dolphin Cafe on Longboat in Longboat Key has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?
- Violation 33 (Proper cooling equipment) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/33.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Blue Dolphin Cafe on Longboat in Longboat Key faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Blue Dolphin Cafe on Longboat in Longboat Key has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Blue Dolphin Cafe on Longboat in Longboat Key been fined?
- Blue Dolphin Cafe on Longboat in Longboat Key has been fined a total of $800.00 across 3 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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