Nick's Boathouse in Pensacola
Last inspected:
455 W Main Street, Pensacola, FL 32502Nick's Boathouse in Pensacola has accumulated 244 violations across 43 inspections since 2017, averaging 5.7 per visit. The facility was shut down once for rodent activity. Fire safety records document frayed electrical wiring hard-wired into a wall near a prep area hand-washing sink and a fire extinguisher with a failed gauge. The restaurant faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $1,000 in fines. Improper ventilation, missing consumer advisories, and employee health reporting issues are the most frequently cited violations.
Most recent closure: February 7, 2024 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Nick's Boathouse in Pensacola: Comparison to Escambia County Averages
This Facility
5.6
violations / inspection
5.6 violations per inspection
Escambia County Avg
2
violations / inspection
2 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Escambia County Avg
0.17
closures / facility
0.17 county average
Nick's Boathouse in Pensacola: Emergency Closure History (1)
Nick's Boathouse in Pensacola: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2024009250 | $800.00 | Feb 7, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 6--2023024604 | $200.00 | Apr 25, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Nick's Boathouse in Pensacola: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 47-03-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Upon inspection observed frayed wire hard wired into wall right side of hand washing sink in prep area.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 3 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: Portable ABC fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: Portable ABC fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable ABC fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Nick's Boathouse in Pensacola: Full Inspection History — DBPR (44)
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 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
— 6 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections23 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections31 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 20 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections34 violations · 25 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Nick's Boathouse in Pensacola: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Nick's Boathouse in Pensacola last inspected?
- Nick's Boathouse in Pensacola was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 24, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Nick's Boathouse in Pensacola last shut down?
- Nick's Boathouse in Pensacola was last shut down on February 7, 2024 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 Nick's Boathouse in Pensacola?
- The most frequently cited violations at Nick's Boathouse in Pensacola are: Proper ventilation, Employee health reporting, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Nick's Boathouse in Pensacola had?
- Nick's Boathouse in Pensacola has had 44 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Nick's Boathouse in Pensacola find?
- Nick's Boathouse in Pensacola was most recently inspected on April 24, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Nick's Boathouse in Pensacola ever been shut down?
- Yes, Nick's Boathouse in Pensacola has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
- Has Nick's Boathouse in Pensacola had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Nick's Boathouse in Pensacola has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Nick's Boathouse in Pensacola faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Nick's Boathouse in Pensacola has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
- How much has Nick's Boathouse in Pensacola been fined?
- Nick's Boathouse in Pensacola has been fined a total of $1,000.00 across 2 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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