Dolphin Deli in Stock Island

5600 McDonald Ave, Stock Island, FL 33040-5906

Overview

Dolphin Deli in Stock Island has compiled a concerning compliance record with 197 violations across 21 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.4 violations per inspection — nearly double the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed on August 31, 2017 for roach activity. High-priority violations have appeared repeatedly across multiple inspections, including employee health reporting violations (cited in at least 3 inspections), handwashing violations (4+ inspections), proper cooking temperature violations (4+ inspections), and consumer advisory violations (6+ inspections). The facility also received a $400 fine from the state. Fire safety violations were documented in 2016, including electrical wiring in disrepair and grease dripping from the hood. The most recent inspection on August 5, 2025 found 12 violations including high-priority violations for employee health reporting, consumer advisory, and time as control, with the inspection completed and no further action required.

Most recent closure: August 31, 2017 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

21Inspections
197Violations
1Closures
2Fire
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR: August 5, 2025

Dolphin Deli in Stock Island: Comparison to Monroe County Averages

This Facility 9.4 violations / inspection 9.4 violations per inspection
Monroe County Avg 7.04 violations / inspection 7.04 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Monroe County Avg 0.08 closures / facility 0.08 county average

Dolphin Deli in Stock Island: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Dolphin Deli in Stock Island
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 13:59:00

Dolphin Deli in Stock Island: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Dolphin Deli in Stock Island
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2017043380 $400.00 Aug 31, 2017 Miami (Doral)

Dolphin Deli in Stock Island: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 2 fire violations

— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only.Grease from hood dripping into the light shield from the light socket attached to the hood.

— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only.Grease from hood dripping into the light shield from the light socket attached to the hood.

Dolphin Deli in Stock Island: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)

— 2 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections28 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections25 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Dolphin Deli in Stock Island: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dolphin Deli in Stock Island last inspected?
Dolphin Deli in Stock Island was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 5, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Dolphin Deli in Stock Island last shut down?
Dolphin Deli in Stock Island was last shut down on August 31, 2017 for roach 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 Dolphin Deli in Stock Island?
The most frequently cited violations at Dolphin Deli in Stock Island are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Dolphin Deli in Stock Island had?
Dolphin Deli in Stock Island has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Dolphin Deli in Stock Island find?
Dolphin Deli in Stock Island was most recently inspected on August 5, 2025 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Dolphin Deli in Stock Island ever been shut down?
Yes, Dolphin Deli in Stock Island has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
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 Dolphin Deli in Stock Island had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Dolphin Deli in Stock Island has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Dolphin Deli in Stock Island faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Dolphin Deli in Stock Island has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Dolphin Deli in Stock Island been fined?
Dolphin Deli in Stock Island has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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