Ponce Inlet — Food Safety Records

Overview

Ponce Inlet, Florida has 10 food establishments with 239 inspections on record. The pass rate is 80%, below the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 7.5 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $400 assessed to Racing North Turn Beach Bar and Grill in Ponce Inlet on August 13, 2026.

Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.

10Facilities
239Inspections
0Closures 2026
80%Pass Rate
7.5Avg Violations

Ponce Inlet Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Ponce Inlet 80% Pass Rate 80%
Florida Average 85.7% Pass Rate 85.7%
Ponce Inlet 7.5 Avg Violations / Inspection 7.5
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Ponce Inlet 0 Closures per 100 Facilities 0
Florida Average 1.96 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.96

Ponce Inlet Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Ponce Inlet Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

11Actions on Record
$5,060Total Fines
$506Avg Fine
$1,500Largest Fine
4Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Aug 13, 2026 Racing North Turn Beach Bar and Grill $400 4--2026050538

Ponce Inlet Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

10Fire Violations
5Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Fire extinguisher in red zone 4
Propane tank stored inside building 4
Other fire safety violation 2

Ponce Inlet: Notable Restaurants

Ponce Inlet Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Ponce Inlet?
Ponce Inlet, Florida has 10 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Ponce Inlet?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Ponce Inlet is 80%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
What are the most common health violations in Ponce Inlet?
The most frequently cited violations in Ponce Inlet are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Management awareness.
How does Ponce Inlet compare to the Florida state average?
Ponce Inlet has a pass rate of 80%, which is 5.7 percentage points below the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 7.5 compared to the state average of 4.68.
How often are restaurants inspected in Ponce Inlet?
Food establishments in Ponce Inlet have an average of 23.9 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Ponce Inlet been assessed?
Food establishments in Ponce Inlet have been assessed $5,060 in fines across 11 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $506 and the largest single fine was $1,500.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Ponce Inlet restaurants?
10 fire safety violations have been documented across 5 food establishments in Ponce Inlet. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.

In the News Ponce Inlet

Ponce Inlet Restaurants & Food Establishments (10)

Jerry's Sports Bar & Lounge 2 closures

33 INLET HARBOR RD, Ponce Inlet

39 inspections · 511 violations · Last: May 2026

Hidden Treasure Rum Bar & Grill 1 closure

4940 S PENINSULA DR UNIT A, Ponce Inlet

34 inspections · 363 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Racing North Turn Beach Bar and Grill

4511 S ATLANTIC AVE, Ponce Inlet

38 inspections · 371 violations · Last: May 2026

Off the Hook at Inlet Harbor

133 INLET HARBOR RD, Ponce Inlet

28 inspections · 244 violations · Last: Jun 2026

Down the Hatch

4894 FRONT ST, Ponce Inlet

26 inspections · 151 violations · Last: May 2026

Pub at Harbor Village

4621 RIVER'S EDGE VILL LN, Ponce Inlet

20 inspections · 145 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Ho Daddy O's Surf Cream LLC

4600-A S ATLANTIC AVE, Ponce Inlet

12 inspections · 72 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Down the Hatch

4894 FRONT ST, Ponce Inlet

15 inspections · 65 violations · Last: May 2026

Inlet Ice Cream

4958 S PENINSULA DR, Ponce Inlet

16 inspections · 63 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Ht's Sand Bar & Bistro

4950 S PENINSULA DR, Ponce Inlet

11 inspections · 59 violations · Last: Aug 2026