Isola Bella Italian Eatery

5904 Marina Dr, Holmes Beach, FL 34217

Italian

Last inspected: Apr 22, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at Isola Bella Italian Eatery, the earliest from 2023. Isola Bella Italian Eatery was last inspected on Apr 22, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around two violations to closer to four violations.

When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Compared to the broader Holmes Beach restaurant scene, this is about average. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 22, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed the bottom shelf of food preparation table with rust pitted surface. **Repeat Violation**

22-31-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance on the interior of the ice machine. Operator cleaned and sanitized the area. **Corrected On-Site**

22-20-5

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed open lid on dumpster. Operator closed lid. **Corrected On-Site**

33-16-4

Oct 17, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed meatballs at 57F. Operator stated he had the lid open for approximately 1 hour. Operator placed I've below and on top of meatballs to bring down the temperature rapidly. **Corrected On-Site**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Menu contains an item made with a raw/undercooked animal food as an ingredient and description of item does not inform consumer of raw/undercooked animal food ingredient. Observed Cesar dressing on the menu being made with raw shell eggs not identified. Operator added a asterisk next to the Caesar dressing and a asterisk next to the consumer advisory identifying the raw ingredient. **Corrected On-Site**

02B-04-5

Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed the bottom of the food preparation table in the kitchen holding oils with surface rust.

22-31-4

May 15, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cooked meats in the right side reach in cooler. Operator moved the beef. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed debris build up on the top of the dish machine.

16-21-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a single service cup used as a scoops for seasoning for salt. Operator removed the scoop. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Observed grease build up on the receptacle and on the ground around it. **Repeat Violation**

33-20-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed a missing sign for the kitchen and men's restroom sinks. **Repeat Violation**

31B-04-4

Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean dishes stored on a dusty/rusted shelf in the ware washing area.

24-06-4

Jan 16, 2025

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Observed grease on ground around grease receptacle in dumpster area.

33-20-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed woman's restroom without a employees must wash hand sign.

31B-04-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed excess grease build up on hood filters on cook line.

23-03-4

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed women's bathroom without a covered receptacle.

32-12-5

Aug 13, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jun 21, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed excessive build up of soil and grease on hood filters. **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Jun 12, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Caesar dressing made with raw eggs not identified on menu. **Warning**

02B-01-5

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on shelf above food prep station next to clean dishes.Educated employee on where to keep employee drinks.Drink was removed by employee. **Warning**

12B-07-4

Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed excessive trash and broken glass on ground around dumpster on shared dumpster **Warning**

33-19-4

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light bulb on cook line at hood system without protective coating or cover. **Warning**

38-07-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed excess build up of grease and dust on hood filters. **Warning**

23-03-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed open lids on shared dumpster. **Warning**

33-16-4

May 16, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Isola Bella Italian Eatery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Isola Bella Italian Eatery on file is from Apr 22, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Isola Bella Italian Eatery?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Isola Bella Italian Eatery.

How does Isola Bella Italian Eatery compare to other restaurants in Holmes Beach?

Isola Bella Italian Eatery most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Holmes Beach average of 80.

Has Isola Bella Italian Eatery's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Isola Bella Italian Eatery have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Isola Bella Italian Eatery means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Isola Bella Italian Eatery inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Isola Bella Italian Eatery is inspected around three times per year on average.

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