Crows Nest Marina & Restaurant in Venice
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1968 Tarpon Center Dr, Venice, FL 34285Crow's Nest Marina & Restaurant in Venice has 22 inspections on record between October 2022 and January 2026, with 159 total violations averaging 7.2 per inspection—nearly 40 percent above the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have been cited repeatedly across shell stock handling (appearing in at least 6 of the 22 inspections), time-temperature control (5+ inspections), proper hand and arm washing (4+ inspections), toxic substance control (4+ inspections), and employee health policy violations (3+ inspections). Shell stock violations—a serious concern at a waterfront seafood restaurant—represent the most persistent compliance issue in this record. The most recent inspection on January 23, 2026 documented 3 high-priority shell stock violations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Crows Nest Marina & Restaurant in Venice: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Crows Nest Marina & Restaurant in Venice: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 3 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections16 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections26 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Crows Nest Marina & Restaurant in Venice: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Crows Nest Marina & Restaurant in Venice last inspected?
- Crows Nest Marina & Restaurant in Venice was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 20, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Crows Nest Marina & Restaurant in Venice?
- The most frequently cited violations at Crows Nest Marina & Restaurant in Venice are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Crows Nest Marina & Restaurant in Venice had?
- Crows Nest Marina & Restaurant in Venice has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Crows Nest Marina & Restaurant in Venice find?
- Crows Nest Marina & Restaurant in Venice was most recently inspected on May 20, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Crows Nest Marina & Restaurant in Venice ever been shut down?
- No, Crows Nest Marina & Restaurant in Venice has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
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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.
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