Riviera Dunes Dockside in Palmetto
Last inspected:
102 Riviera Dunes Way, Palmetto, FL 34221Riviera Dunes Dockside in Palmetto has accumulated 327 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 11.7 per visit. The facility faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Recent enforcement shows an uptick in January 2026, with inspectors issuing a warning on January 27 after finding 17 violations including 5 high-priority items, followed by a compliance callback the next day. The restaurant's most frequent violations involve consumer advisories, food contact surfaces, and ventilation.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Riviera Dunes Dockside in Palmetto: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
This Facility
11.7
violations / inspection
11.7 violations per inspection
Manatee County Avg
4.78
violations / inspection
4.78 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Manatee County Avg
0.15
closures / facility
0.15 county average
Riviera Dunes Dockside in Palmetto: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024072838 | $400.00 | Nov 15, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale |
Riviera Dunes Dockside in Palmetto: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 2 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 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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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections46 violations · 32 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections41 violations · 23 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 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 inspections25 violations · 15 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Riviera Dunes Dockside in Palmetto: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Riviera Dunes Dockside in Palmetto last inspected?
- Riviera Dunes Dockside in Palmetto was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 28, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Riviera Dunes Dockside in Palmetto?
- The most frequently cited violations at Riviera Dunes Dockside in Palmetto are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Riviera Dunes Dockside in Palmetto had?
- Riviera Dunes Dockside in Palmetto has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Riviera Dunes Dockside in Palmetto find?
- Riviera Dunes Dockside in Palmetto was most recently inspected on January 28, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Riviera Dunes Dockside in Palmetto ever been shut down?
- No, Riviera Dunes Dockside in Palmetto has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- Has Riviera Dunes Dockside in Palmetto faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Riviera Dunes Dockside in Palmetto has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Riviera Dunes Dockside in Palmetto been fined?
- Riviera Dunes Dockside in Palmetto 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).
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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