Question 1

How many health inspections has TOMMY BAHAMA MARLIN BAR had?

Accepted Answer

TOMMY BAHAMA MARLIN BAR has had 2 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Question 2

Has TOMMY BAHAMA MARLIN BAR ever been shut down?

Accepted Answer

No, TOMMY BAHAMA MARLIN BAR has no emergency closures on record.

Question 3

What are the most common violations at TOMMY BAHAMA MARLIN BAR?

Accepted Answer

The most frequently cited violations at TOMMY BAHAMA MARLIN BAR are: Proper cooling equipment, Proper hand/arm washing.

Question 4

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

Accepted Answer

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

Question 5

What does Florida violation V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?

Accepted Answer

TEMPERATURE FAILURE: Inadequate cooling equipment cannot maintain required temperatures, allowing food to enter the danger zone (41-135°F). Overloaded or malfunctioning refrigeration allows slow temperature rise that promotes bacterial growth. Clostridium botulinum grows in improperly refrigerated vacuum-packed foods. Equipment failure during busy periods creates mass food safety risk. Provide sufficient refrigeration and cooling capacity for the volume of food prepared. Monitor equipment temperatures at least daily. Maintain and repair equipment promptly. Do not overload refrigeration units (maintain air circulation). Use ambient temperature thermometers in all cooling equipment. Have backup plans for equipment failure.

TOMMY BAHAMA MARLIN BAR

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High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Intermediate Violations

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