Dockside Waterfront Grill in Venice
Last inspected:
509 N Tamiami Trl, Venice, FL 34285Dockside Waterfront Grill in Venice operated with 136 violations across 21 inspections between June 2022 and January 2026, averaging 6.5 violations per inspection — significantly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Employee health reporting violations appeared in six of the last eight inspections, and proper hand/arm washing violations were cited in at least five inspections. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. The most recent inspection on January 23, 2026 documented one high-priority employee health reporting violation and two additional employee health violations, and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Dockside Waterfront Grill in Venice: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Dockside Waterfront Grill in Venice: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025032472 | $200.00 | Mar 19, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Dockside Waterfront Grill in Venice: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Dockside Waterfront Grill in Venice: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Dockside Waterfront Grill in Venice last inspected?
- Dockside Waterfront Grill in Venice was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 23, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Dockside Waterfront Grill in Venice?
- The most frequently cited violations at Dockside Waterfront Grill in Venice are: Clean multi-use utensils, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Dockside Waterfront Grill in Venice had?
- Dockside Waterfront Grill in Venice has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Dockside Waterfront Grill in Venice find?
- Dockside Waterfront Grill in Venice was most recently inspected on January 23, 2026 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Dockside Waterfront Grill in Venice ever been shut down?
- No, Dockside Waterfront Grill in Venice has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Dockside Waterfront Grill in Venice faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Dockside Waterfront Grill in Venice has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Dockside Waterfront Grill in Venice been fined?
- Dockside Waterfront 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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