Island House in Longboat Key

Last inspected:

361 Gulf of Mexico Dr, Longboat Key, FL 34228
Overview

Island House in Longboat Key has been emergency-closed once for rodent activity on May 16, 2023. The facility has accumulated 135 violations across 24 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.6 violations per inspection—slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Two disciplinary actions resulted in combined fines of $1,000. High-priority violations have been recurring, particularly handwashing and management awareness issues appearing repeatedly in 2024 and 2025. The most recent inspections show ongoing compliance challenges: a routine inspection on October 23, 2025 identified 18 violations including three high-priority findings related to handwashing procedures, employee health reporting, and management awareness, resulting in a Warning Issued disposition. A follow-up inspection on October 24, 2025 found 3 additional violations and was marked Call Back - Complied.

Most recent closure: May 16, 2023 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

26Inspections
141Violations
1Closures
$1,000in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Island House in Longboat Key: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages

This Facility 5.4 violations / inspection 5.4 violations per inspection
Sarasota County Avg 4.76 violations / inspection 4.76 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Sarasota County Avg 0.11 closures / facility 0.11 county average

Island House in Longboat Key: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Island House in Longboat Key
DateReasonReopened
Rodent activity 08:44:00

Island House in Longboat Key: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $1,000.00

Disciplinary action history for Island House in Longboat Key
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
7--2023028465 $800.00 May 16, 2023 Miami (Doral)
7--2022032569 $200.00 May 17, 2022 Miami (Doral)

Island House in Longboat Key: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)

— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 5 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

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

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

Island House in Longboat Key: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Island House in Longboat Key last inspected?
Island House in Longboat Key was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 20, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was Island House in Longboat Key last shut down?
Island House in Longboat Key was last shut down on May 16, 2023 for rodent 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 Island House in Longboat Key?
The most frequently cited violations at Island House in Longboat Key are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Proper sewage disposal.
How many health inspections has Island House in Longboat Key had?
Island House in Longboat Key has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Island House in Longboat Key find?
Island House in Longboat Key was most recently inspected on April 20, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Island House in Longboat Key ever been shut down?
Yes, Island House in Longboat Key has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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.
Has Island House in Longboat Key faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Island House in Longboat Key has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
How much has Island House in Longboat Key been fined?
Island House in Longboat Key has been fined a total of $1,000.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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