Blue Lagoon Grill in Venice
Last inspected:
812 E Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285Blue Lagoon Grill in Venice has recorded 24 inspections between 2016 and September 2025, averaging 4.7 violations per inspection—slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. However, employee health policy violations have been a recurring concern, appearing in at least five separate inspections dating back to 2023, including high-priority findings in January 2025, September 2023, December 2023, and August 2024. The facility also received a disciplinary action resulting in a $200 fine. The most recent inspection on September 10, 2025 was completed with no violations cited and no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Blue Lagoon Grill in Venice: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Blue Lagoon Grill in Venice: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025008726 | $200.00 | Jan 16, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Blue Lagoon Grill in Venice: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 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.
— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Blue Lagoon Grill in Venice: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Blue Lagoon Grill in Venice last inspected?
- Blue Lagoon Grill in Venice was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 22, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- What are the most common violations at Blue Lagoon Grill in Venice?
- The most frequently cited violations at Blue Lagoon Grill in Venice are: Employee health policy, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Blue Lagoon Grill in Venice had?
- Blue Lagoon Grill in Venice has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Blue Lagoon Grill in Venice find?
- Blue Lagoon Grill in Venice was most recently inspected on April 22, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Blue Lagoon Grill in Venice ever been shut down?
- No, Blue Lagoon Grill in Venice has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 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 V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- Has Blue Lagoon Grill in Venice faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Blue Lagoon Grill in Venice has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Blue Lagoon Grill in Venice been fined?
- Blue Lagoon Grill in Venice has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 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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