Snowbirds Grill in Venice
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4167 S Tamiami Trl, Venice, FL 34293Snowbirds Grill in Venice has been inspected 25 times since 2016, accumulating 160 violations and averaging 6.4 violations per inspection, significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed once, on October 31, 2016, for roach activity. Two disciplinary actions totaling $1,800 in fines have been issued. High-priority violations have been a persistent concern, with employee health policy violations cited in at least 4 of the past 7 inspections, proper cooking temperature violations appearing multiple times, and allergen awareness violations documented in 2024 and again in August 2025. The most recent inspections show continued compliance struggles: on August 20, 2025, a warning was issued after 18 violations were found including three high-priority violations (management awareness, allergen awareness, and proper cooking temperatures), though the facility complied in a follow-up inspection on August 21, 2025, with only 1 violation recorded.
Most recent closure: October 31, 2016 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Snowbirds Grill in Venice: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Snowbirds Grill in Venice: Emergency Closure History (1)
Snowbirds Grill in Venice: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2016050637 | $800.00 | Oct 31, 2016 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 7--2015050280 | $1,000.00 | Nov 16, 2015 | District 9 |
Snowbirds Grill in Venice: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 4 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 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
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections35 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Snowbirds Grill in Venice: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Snowbirds Grill in Venice last inspected?
- Snowbirds Grill in Venice was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 21, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Snowbirds Grill in Venice last shut down?
- Snowbirds Grill in Venice was last shut down on October 31, 2016 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 Snowbirds Grill in Venice?
- The most frequently cited violations at Snowbirds Grill in Venice are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Snowbirds Grill in Venice had?
- Snowbirds Grill in Venice has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Snowbirds Grill in Venice find?
- Snowbirds Grill in Venice was most recently inspected on August 21, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Snowbirds Grill in Venice ever been shut down?
- Yes, Snowbirds Grill in Venice has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- Has Snowbirds Grill in Venice faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Snowbirds Grill in Venice has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,800.00 in fines.
- How much has Snowbirds Grill in Venice been fined?
- Snowbirds Grill in Venice has been fined a total of $1,800.00 across 2 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.
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