MERMAID'S SEAFOOD AND OYSTER BAR

Name: MERMAID'S SEAFOOD AND OYSTER BAR
Address: 3299 MAIN ST, COTTONDALE, FL, 32431, US
Rating: 60.6

3299 MAIN ST, COTTONDALE, FL 32431

License #4200572

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60.6 Grade F / 100

Failing Health Score

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MERMAID'S SEAFOOD AND OYSTER BAR in COTTONDALE currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 60.6 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has 2 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on April 8, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 20 total violations — 3 critical, 8 major, 9 minor.

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The latest inspection on April 8, 2026 included 1 critical violation, 5 major, and 3 minor.

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Inspection History

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Inspection Completed - No Further Action
[13-03-4] Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
[27-16-4] Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed the hot water valve shut off.
[29-11-4] Water leaking from faucet/handle that three compartment sink.
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. By the dish machine.
[11-01-5] Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to notify the division of employee diagnosed with Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, Typhoid fever (caused by Salmonella Typhi) or Salmonella (nontyphoidal).
[53B-13-5] Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
[01C-03-4] Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on the reach in cooler.
[50-17-3] Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Violation has already been addressed on the previous inspection.

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