Spotos Oyster Bar in Palm Beach Gardens
Last inspected:
4560 Pga Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418Spotos Oyster Bar in Palm Beach Gardens has accumulated 156 violations across 32 inspections dating back to at least 2016, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection — slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2 but with a concerning pattern of high-priority violations concentrated in recent months. The facility has never been emergency-closed but has faced one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. A fire safety violation documented on November 6, 2019 cited the use of cooking equipment producing grease-laden vapors with no hood suppression system installed.
The most significant trend is the escalation of high-priority violations since March 2025. Management awareness violations have appeared in 6 of the last 8 inspections, employee health reporting violations in 5 of the last 8, and handwashing violations in 4 of the last 8. The December 17, 2025 inspection alone documented 21 violations including 5 high-priority findings across management awareness, consumer advisory, allergen awareness, employee health reporting, and proper handwashing. As a raw shellfish establishment, shell stock requirement violations and consumer advisory failures carry particular significance — the facility was cited for shell stock violations in both the March 19 and December 17, 2025 inspections. The most recent inspection on March 19, 2026 documented 12 violations with an administrative complaint recommended, including three high-priority citations for management awareness, shell stock requirements, and employee health reporting.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Spotos Oyster Bar in Palm Beach Gardens: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
Spotos Oyster Bar in Palm Beach Gardens: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026011588 | $400.00 | Dec 17, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale |
Spotos Oyster Bar in Palm Beach Gardens: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Spotos Oyster Bar in Palm Beach Gardens: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— 5 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections15 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Spotos Oyster Bar in Palm Beach Gardens: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Spotos Oyster Bar in Palm Beach Gardens last inspected?
- Spotos Oyster Bar in Palm Beach Gardens was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 19, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Spotos Oyster Bar in Palm Beach Gardens?
- The most frequently cited violations at Spotos Oyster Bar in Palm Beach Gardens are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Management awareness.
- How many health inspections has Spotos Oyster Bar in Palm Beach Gardens had?
- Spotos Oyster Bar in Palm Beach Gardens has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Spotos Oyster Bar in Palm Beach Gardens find?
- Spotos Oyster Bar in Palm Beach Gardens was most recently inspected on March 19, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Spotos Oyster Bar in Palm Beach Gardens ever been shut down?
- No, Spotos Oyster Bar in Palm Beach Gardens has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has Spotos Oyster Bar in Palm Beach Gardens had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Spotos Oyster Bar in Palm Beach Gardens has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Spotos Oyster Bar in Palm Beach Gardens faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Spotos Oyster Bar in Palm Beach Gardens has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Spotos Oyster Bar in Palm Beach Gardens been fined?
- Spotos Oyster Bar in Palm Beach Gardens has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 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).
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