Question 1

How many health inspections has WELLINGTON BAY - BISTRO BAR had?

Accepted Answer

WELLINGTON BAY - BISTRO BAR has had 7 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Question 2

Has WELLINGTON BAY - BISTRO BAR ever been shut down?

Accepted Answer

No, WELLINGTON BAY - BISTRO BAR has no emergency closures on record.

Question 3

What are the most common violations at WELLINGTON BAY - BISTRO BAR?

Accepted Answer

The most frequently cited violations at WELLINGTON BAY - BISTRO BAR are: Consumer advisory, Employee health policy, Adequate lighting.

Question 4

What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?

Accepted Answer

DISEASE TRANSMISSION: Without a written employee health policy, sick food workers transmit Norovirus (20 million US cases/year), Hepatitis A (causes liver failure), Salmonella, Shigella, and E. coli O157:H7. CDC estimates 40% of restaurant outbreaks involve ill food workers. A single infected employee can contaminate food for thousands of customers. Maintain written employee health policy addressing: reporting of symptoms (vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever), diagnosed illnesses (Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, Shigella, E. coli), exclusion and restriction criteria, and return-to-work requirements. Train all employees on policy at hiring and annually.

Question 5

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

Accepted Answer

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

Question 6

What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?

Accepted Answer

PEST ENTRY: Unprotected outer openings (doors, windows, vents) allow entry of flies, rodents, birds, and other pests. A single open door can admit hundreds of flies in minutes — each carrying 100+ pathogens. Gaps around doors allow mice (1/4 inch) and rats (1/2 inch) to enter. Birds nest in rafters, contaminating food with droppings carrying Salmonella and Histoplasma. Protect all outer openings: install self-closing doors, tight-fitting screens on windows and vents, air curtains at frequently used entrances, door sweeps on exterior doors. Seal gaps around pipes and utility penetrations. Keep doors closed when not in active use. Maintain screens in good repair — no holes or tears.

WELLINGTON BAY - BISTRO BAR

Inspection History (7)

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

High Priority Violations

High Priority Violations

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

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Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

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