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4319 66 ST N, KENNETH CITY · Pinellas County

Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm) Operator added sanitize tablets and retested at 200PPM.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Chef/owner does not have CFM.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting boards in prep area stained -Diet Coke soda machine nozzle soiled
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -cutting boards in prep area grooved
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer behind front counter and in kitchen.
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MCDONALDS #5587

5464 66 ST N, ST. PETERSBURG · Pinellas County

Ice buildup in reach-in freezer on cookline near office.

DAYS INN CLEARWATER CENTRAL

2940 GULF TO BAY BLVD, CLEARWATER · Pinellas County

Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 02/01/26
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use - used as shelf cover in the dishwashing area .

SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT CLEARWATER

3485 ULMERTON RD, CLEARWATER · Pinellas County

Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Juice nozzles soiled
Hole in or other damage to wall. Mold like substance observed dining room wall Mold like substance observed under wall paper coming off wall.
Interior of toaster at buffet has accumulation of food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with food debris Behind Juice nozzles soiled
Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. On floor near door not on hook.

MARCELA'S RESTAURANT INC

1623-A GULF TO BAY BLVD, CLEARWATER · Pinellas County

Equipment in poor repair. - rusted/paint chipped interior of microwave - rusted chipped surface of outer door of freezer chest
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in the kitchen. Manager posted sign at hand wash sink

5600 66 ST N, ST. PETERSBURG · Pinellas County

Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw beef over sliced cheese and cooked mussels in reach in freezer, beef not commercially packaged -Raw pork over lettuce cabbage and potatoes in walk in cooler. Operator moved raw items for safe cooler storage.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. -Roach excrement in reach in freezer door hinge on cookline Operator cleaned and sanitized reach in freezer
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Operator had two waiters sign health reporting agreements
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Staining of cutting boards on cookline
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 6 employees present. No proof oand Certified Food Manager for establishment.
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DELCO'S ORIGINAL STEAKS & HOAGIES

1701 MAIN ST, DUNEDIN · Pinellas County

Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of soda nozzles soiled with debris. Soiled cutting boards in back prep area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelves of reach in cooler rusted.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Soiled cardboard on floor under prep table on cookline.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee water in reach in cooler in back of restaurant. Operator moved beverage.
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MANDALAY PRIME STEAKHOUSE AND LOUNGE

476 MANDALAY AVE, CLEARWATER BEACH · Pinellas County

Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun nozzle soiled.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris back of hot water tank and area.
Food stored on floor. Lobsters stored on floor in walk in cooler.

LOCAL BREWING COMPANY

35631 US HWY 19 N, PALM HARBOR · Pinellas County

Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 4.5lbs Chicken and 4.5lbs roast beef placed in cold holding unit at 10am. Measured at 44F to 48F. Operator disposed of items.
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Employee washed hands for 5 seconds,
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee placed on hairnet then placed on gloves no handwash.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee walked into kitchen and did not wash hands before placing on gloves,
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 7lbs of salmon defrosted in packaging
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TASTE OF PUNJAB INDIAN CUISINE

10625 117 DR N, LARGO · Pinellas County

Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed homemade yogurt (48F - Cooling) in walk in cooler. Date marking on yogurt stated items was made yesterday at 8:20 pm. Item did not properly cool within 6 hours. Educated operator. Stop sale issued.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Reach in cooler across from stove: Cooked chicken 47f cold holding Butter 47f cold holding Fried cheese 47f cold holding Cooked vegetables 47f cold holding 3 sauces containing sour cream 47f cold holding Operator stated items were placed in reach in cooler yesterday. Confirmed no temperatures were taken today in this cooler. Stop sale issued on these items.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored above ready to eat fries in reach in freezer. Operator moved items to comply.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed homemade yogurt (48F - Cooling) in walk in cooler. Date marking on yogurt stated items was made yesterday at 8:20 pm. Item did not properly cool within 6 hours. Educated operator. Stop sale issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked onion and tomatoes on sheet pan next to stove. Operator stated it was taken out 30 minutes prior. Temped at 1:07 at 60f. Operator moved to cooler. Corrective action taken. Reach in cooler across from stove: Cooked chicken 47f cold holding Butter 47f cold holding Fried cheese 47f cold holding Cooked vegetables 47f cold holding 3 sauces containing sour cream 47f cold holding Operator stated items were placed in reach in cooler yesterday. Confirmed no temperatures were taken today in this cooler. Stop sale issued on these items.
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MANGAL TURKISH GRILL

11681 49 N STE 1, CLEARWATER · Pinellas County

Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef liver under raw chicken in reach glass door. Employee moved
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Mop sink
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. observed falafel made inside reach in freezer stored in grocery bags educated.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Fabulous labeled during inspection
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board and can opener soiled
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SUPER BUFFET ST PETE

1035 62 AVE N, ST. PETERSBURG · Pinellas County

Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up observed in walk in freezer #3.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Exposed installation of Right side door of two door reach in freezer across from fryers on the cook line.

1858 TAMIAMI TRL N UNIT FC5A, NAPLES · Collier County

Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Used cardboard box once containing single use chopstick used to store prepared tempura shrimp in reach in freezer. Operator moved food to food grade containers during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On cooks line shrimp (97 F - Hot Holding) per operator, shrimp was cooked 5-10 minutes prior and will be reheated on flattop for service. Discussed proper hot holding with operstor
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Certificates did not have expiration date. Operator filled in expiration dates.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Tongs inside reach in cooler with handle resting on prepared noodles. Operator removed.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
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GOOD GERMAN FOOD LLC

951 CENTRAL AVE, ST. PETERSBURG · Pinellas County

Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Dented #10 can of Mushroom pieces and stems observed with large dent on middle of can. Employee was informed and discarded when told.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed paper boats stored on floor with paint supplies on top of them. Employee was informed and moved boats to proper shelf.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. (2) Items stored improperly in reach-in coolerA in upstairs kitchen area. Raw chicken observed over top of ready-to-eatA bread and raw pork. Employee was informed and moved items to proper shelves to prevent cross contamination. Raw eggs observed stored over ready-to-eatA bread. Employee was informed and moved eggs to proper shelf to avoid cross contamination.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non food grade paper towel seen as liner for cut onions on main cook line in reach-in cooler. Employee was informed and removed paper towels from container. Soiled Tupperware container stained with orange food residue used to scoop food seen on main prep line in main kitchen area.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No current CFM on staff. Operator has scheduled a class for November 6th.
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2960 54TH AVE S, ST. PETERSBURG · Pinellas County

Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed (7) Dented cans of tomato sauce. Operator discarded damaged cans when informed.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. No proper time marking on cooked wings held on time. Operator stated that wings had been cooked within the last 2 hours (1:40PM). Operator placed proper time marking on cooked wings.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs observed over top Red Bull cans in walk-in cooler. Operator moved eggs to proper shelf when informed. Raw beef held over buckets of full soy sauce. Operator moved beef to proper shelf when informed.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Blue cheese observed held on main cashier area. Operator informed inspector that blue cheese had only been out for 1 hour (2:00PM) Temped at 48F at 3:15 Retemped at 42F at 3:55. Operator moved blue cheese to walk-in coolerA for proper storage.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels found in employee and customer bathrooms. Operator restocked paper towels in both bathrooms when informed.
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ORIGINAL FLAVOR 1889

409 CENTRAL AVE, ST. PETERSBURG · Pinellas County

Spray bottle not labeled in back spdish area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen soiled and stained.
Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Water draining into hand sink in rear prep room.
Labels observed on plastic containers on shelf over three compartment sink.
Backpacks observed on clean linen in back storage area.

217 CENTRAL AVE, ST. PETERSBURG · Pinellas County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk-in-cooler liquid eggs (46F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding); raw meatball mix (51F - Cold Holding); raw meatballs (47F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (46F - Cold Holding) Ambient thermometer in walk-in-cooler reading at 44F.
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. Inspector emailed Employee Health report responsibilities to operator.
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Oven paddle in front sandwich area stored on top of soiled oven in between uses.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Green cutting boards and numerous white cutting boards thru-out kitchen and sandwich prep area.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on front deli coolers in sandwich prep area cracked and torn.
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PARC CENTER FOR DISABILITIES

3100 75 ST N, ST. PETERSBURG · Pinellas County

Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting boards on clean dish rack stained and grooved
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -black moldlike substance in doorway of walk in freezer.

LITHUANIAN FOOD AND MORE LLC

6657 49 ST N, PINELLAS PARK · Pinellas County

Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef over ready to eat cinnamon rolls. Employee moved
Equipment in poor repair. Microwave broken

1001 1 AVE N, SAINT PETERSBURG · Pinellas County

Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle of unknown liquid (simple green) found unlabeled in three compartment sinkA area. Operator labeled bottle when informed of labeling practices with cleaning supplies.

BIG CYPRESS GRILL / BIG CYPRESS GOLF CLUB

10000 US 98 N, LAKELAND · Polk County

Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, observed on can opener blade manager moved to dish area for cleaning.
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed rolling in front of hand sink in dishwasher area, manager moved cart.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed for Bar .
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior shield.
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STONEGATE GOLF CLUB - THE GRILL @ STONEGATE

404 VILLAGE DR, POINCIANA · Polk County

Live, small flying insects found. 8 flies in front server station. 5 flies on soda machine in front server station. 5 flies in bar area, flying around. 2 flies on liquor bottle. 2 flies on soda gun in bar. 23 flies in server station outside of kitchen, on walls, printer paper boxes, and door. 5 flies in soda bib station on the wall on right side of kitchen. 6 flies in dish pit, on wall and bucket with broken plate. Approximately 30 flies in back storage rooms, on boxes, walls, floors amd flying around.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. On left side of kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tile in rear of kitchen in storage room soiled end with mold like substance indicating water damage.
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END ZONE LAKELAND (THE)

6206 US HWY 98 N, LAKELAND · Polk County

No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed for chlorine.
In-use tongs stored on equipment between uses. Observed on hand sink splash guard, employee removed tongs.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed portion cups in spices on spice rack in storage area.
Stored food not covered. Observed chicken and French onion soup in walk in cooler.

5740 US 98 N, LAKELAND · Polk County

Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed under fan housing.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed on top area of unit.

ARIA STEAKHOUSE

325 W CENTRAL AVE, WINTER HAVEN · Polk County

No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Operator is conducting reduced oxygen packaging of frozen fish, raw meat, poultry, or fruit and vegetables, cured meat and poultry, hard or semisoft cheese with no ingredients added at the establishment, cook-chill packaging, or sous vide packaging without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. More information can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/special-process/. Establishment Rop raw burgers holding them in the walk in cooler up to 5 days no Haccp approved.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Server station, device installed over glasses
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed tongs

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