Sunset Bar and Grill at Little Harbor in Ruskin
Last inspected:
602 Bahia Del Sol Dr, Ruskin, FL 33570Sunset Bar and Grill at Little Harbor in Ruskin has accumulated 413 violations across 45 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.2 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach and rodent activity. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,000 in fines. Food contact surfaces, consumer advisories, and toxic substance control are the most frequently cited violations.
Most recent closure: August 24, 2018 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sunset Bar and Grill at Little Harbor in Ruskin: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
9.3
violations / inspection
9.3 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.75
violations / inspection
5.75 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Sunset Bar and Grill at Little Harbor in Ruskin: Emergency Closure History (1)
Sunset Bar and Grill at Little Harbor in Ruskin: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025089976 | $200.00 | Dec 8, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2018049213 | $400.00 | Aug 24, 2018 | Orlando | |
| 3--2015025636 | $400.00 | May 7, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale |
Sunset Bar and Grill at Little Harbor in Ruskin: Full Inspection History — DBPR (46)
— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections43 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections42 violations · 27 high priority
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections21 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 9 inspections47 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 7 inspections60 violations · 44 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
Sunset Bar and Grill at Little Harbor in Ruskin: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sunset Bar and Grill at Little Harbor in Ruskin last inspected?
- Sunset Bar and Grill at Little Harbor in Ruskin was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Sunset Bar and Grill at Little Harbor in Ruskin last shut down?
- Sunset Bar and Grill at Little Harbor in Ruskin was last shut down on August 24, 2018 for roach & 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 Sunset Bar and Grill at Little Harbor in Ruskin?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sunset Bar and Grill at Little Harbor in Ruskin are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Sunset Bar and Grill at Little Harbor in Ruskin had?
- Sunset Bar and Grill at Little Harbor in Ruskin has had 46 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sunset Bar and Grill at Little Harbor in Ruskin find?
- Sunset Bar and Grill at Little Harbor in Ruskin was most recently inspected on May 6, 2026 with 13 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sunset Bar and Grill at Little Harbor in Ruskin ever been shut down?
- Yes, Sunset Bar and Grill at Little Harbor in Ruskin has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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.
- Has Sunset Bar and Grill at Little Harbor in Ruskin faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sunset Bar and Grill at Little Harbor in Ruskin has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
- How much has Sunset Bar and Grill at Little Harbor in Ruskin been fined?
- Sunset Bar and Grill at Little Harbor in Ruskin has been fined a total of $1,000.00 across 3 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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