Waters Edge Bar and Grill in Steinhatchee
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7004 Sw Hwy 358, Steinhatchee, FL 32359Waters Edge Bar and Grill in Steinhatchee has logged 31 inspections with 188 total violations between 2016 and October 2025, averaging 6.1 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has experienced no emergency closures but has faced escalated enforcement on multiple occasions. High-priority violations have been documented across 7 inspections, with handwashing and hand-arm washing violations appearing in at least 5 separate inspections. Proper hand/arm washing violations specifically were cited in June 2025 and July 2024; handwashing facilities violations were documented in July 2024 and March 2024. Additional recurring high-priority findings include food contact surface violations (cited in July 2025, July 2024, and March 2024), employee health policy violations (July 2024 and March 2024), and chemical storage violations (July 2024 and a separate high-priority finding). The facility received an administrative complaint recommendation in July 2025 following 27 violations in a single routine inspection and again in March 2024 after 11 violations in a complaint-based inspection. A $200 fine was issued through disciplinary action. A fire safety violation was documented on November 18, 2022, for a propane tank exceeding the permitted size threshold stored inside the building. The most recent inspection on October 31, 2025 yielded 24 violations and resulted in "Inspection Completed - No Further Action."
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Waters Edge Bar and Grill in Steinhatchee: Comparison to Dixie County Averages
Waters Edge Bar and Grill in Steinhatchee: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2021020390 | $200.00 | Mar 19, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Waters Edge Bar and Grill in Steinhatchee: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 48-04-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Waters Edge Bar and Grill in Steinhatchee: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 5 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections26 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections37 violations · 24 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 20 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 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
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Waters Edge Bar and Grill in Steinhatchee: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Waters Edge Bar and Grill in Steinhatchee last inspected?
- Waters Edge Bar and Grill in Steinhatchee was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 31, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Waters Edge Bar and Grill in Steinhatchee?
- The most frequently cited violations at Waters Edge Bar and Grill in Steinhatchee are: Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Waters Edge Bar and Grill in Steinhatchee had?
- Waters Edge Bar and Grill in Steinhatchee has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Waters Edge Bar and Grill in Steinhatchee find?
- Waters Edge Bar and Grill in Steinhatchee was most recently inspected on October 31, 2025 with 8 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Waters Edge Bar and Grill in Steinhatchee ever been shut down?
- No, Waters Edge Bar and Grill in Steinhatchee has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- 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 Waters Edge Bar and Grill in Steinhatchee had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Waters Edge Bar and Grill in Steinhatchee has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Waters Edge Bar and Grill in Steinhatchee faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Waters Edge Bar and Grill in Steinhatchee has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Waters Edge Bar and Grill in Steinhatchee been fined?
- Waters Edge Bar and Grill in Steinhatchee has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Waters Edge Bar and Grill in Steinhatchee operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Good Times Hotel and Marina (2022).
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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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