Thirsty Marlin Grill & Bar in Palm Harbor
Last inspected:
1023 Florida Ave, Palm Harbor, FL 34683Thirsty Marlin Grill & Bar in Palm Harbor averaged 7.6 violations per inspection across 25 inspections since 2016, significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. Management awareness violations appeared in 8 of the last 10 inspections, and employee health policy and handwashing violations were recurring high-priority findings. The facility received one disciplinary action with $200 in fines. Most recent inspections in July 2025 documented multiple chemical storage violations and management awareness failures, with the July 15 inspection recommending an administrative complaint and requiring a call back. A fire safety violation involving a blocked marked exit occurred in January 2020 but was corrected on site.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Thirsty Marlin Grill & Bar in Palm Harbor: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
7.6
violations / inspection
7.6 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.13
violations / inspection
6.13 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
Thirsty Marlin Grill & Bar in Palm Harbor: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025060840 | $200.00 | Jul 14, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Thirsty Marlin Grill & Bar in Palm Harbor: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Several boxes, moved **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
Thirsty Marlin Grill & Bar in Palm Harbor: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections25 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 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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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Thirsty Marlin Grill & Bar in Palm Harbor: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Thirsty Marlin Grill & Bar in Palm Harbor last inspected?
- Thirsty Marlin Grill & Bar in Palm Harbor was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 14, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Thirsty Marlin Grill & Bar in Palm Harbor?
- The most frequently cited violations at Thirsty Marlin Grill & Bar in Palm Harbor are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Thirsty Marlin Grill & Bar in Palm Harbor had?
- Thirsty Marlin Grill & Bar in Palm Harbor has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Thirsty Marlin Grill & Bar in Palm Harbor find?
- Thirsty Marlin Grill & Bar in Palm Harbor was most recently inspected on April 14, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Thirsty Marlin Grill & Bar in Palm Harbor ever been shut down?
- No, Thirsty Marlin Grill & Bar in Palm Harbor has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- 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.
- 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 Thirsty Marlin Grill & Bar in Palm Harbor had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Thirsty Marlin Grill & Bar in Palm Harbor has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Thirsty Marlin Grill & Bar in Palm Harbor faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Thirsty Marlin Grill & Bar in Palm Harbor has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Thirsty Marlin Grill & Bar in Palm Harbor been fined?
- Thirsty Marlin Grill & Bar in Palm Harbor has been fined a total of $200.00 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).
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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