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HANGRY JOE'S HOT CHICKEN

5347 GALL BLVD, ZEPHYRHILLS · Pasco County

Equipment in poor repair. Toaster in kitchen in poor repair and heavily soiled.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer near fans.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair across from walk-in door and in dry storage area above shelves.

CULVER'S OF PORT RICHEY

8425 US 19, PORT RICHEY · Pasco County

Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. coleslaw (52F - Cold Holding); cheese sauce (51F - Cold Holding) cooked / blanched broccoli (51F - Cold Holding) Cheese sauce 47 2oz portions, coleslaw - 10 4oz cups 10 oz portions of broccoli.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In drawer cooler on cook line -coleslaw (52F - Cold Holding); cheese sauce (51F - Cold Holding) cooked / blanched broccoli (51F - Cold Holding)see stop sale mashed potatoes (47F - Cold Holding)moved to walk in cooler, recheck 46F, moved to freezer All were in walk in cooler overnight, temps in walk in cooler were not taken with probe thermometer. See stop sale Cheese sauce 47 2oz portions, coleslaw - 10 4oz cups 10 oz portions of broccoli.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. No probe thermometer used to take temperatures of food in walk in cooler, operator uses ambient thermometer for measuring.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. 2 drawer unit on cook line, all food in cooler was above 47F, moved from walk in cooler 3 hours prior. Temperatures in walk in cooler are at 41F or lower.

CHICKEN SALAD CHICK

12096 SR 54, ODESSA · Pasco County

Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Feta cheese dated on 7/29/26 in walk in cooler, see stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pasta salad (47F-cold holding , date on 8/4/2026) in vertical reach in cooler in kitchen. Cooler ambient temperature is 44F. See stop sale
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Sanitation bucket tested quaternary over 500ppm. Operator added water to it and diluted it to 200ppm
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Feta cheese dated on 7/29/26 in walk in cooler, see stop sale
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Pasta salad (47F-cold holding , date on 8/4/2026) in vertical reach in cooler in kitchen. Cooler ambient temperature is 44F.
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ANDY'S FROZEN CUSTARD

13402 PINE GAP SPUR, ODESSA · Pasco County

Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor by kitchen back door. Operator cleaned it and sanitized the area

PHILLY PHLAVA CHEESE STEAKS HOAGIES AND MORE II

2045 GUNN HWY, ODESSA · Pasco County

Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw steak above bread in reach in freezer, operator moved the steak to bottom shelf
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained on prep cooler
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. Benjamin is working and no proof of state approved employee training provided .
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee no hair restraint while engaging food preparation, manager asked her to put hat on
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled and black mold like substance buildup, operator cleaned it during inspection.
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4450 PET LN STE 107, LUTZ · Pasco County

Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Coffee spoons in standing water , water temperature is 78F. Operator removed spoons to dish wash area

CABANAS COASTAL GRILL

655 S GULFVIEW BLVD, CLEARWATER BEACH · Pinellas County

Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Inside ice machine.
Dead roaches on premises. One dead cockroaches under in back storage area. Area cleaned and sanitized.
Stored food not covered. Ice cubs not covered in bar chiller.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled.

GULF PIER GIFT SHOP

3500 PINELLAS BAYWAY S, TIERRA VERDE · Pinellas County

Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ GM Justin K. Expired CFM., corporate chef Gary Poppe has valid CFM: ServSafe 12/6/2021
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. Manager unable to provide proof of training for employees hired over 60 days, ServSafe books already ordered
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.

13050 PARK BLVD, SEMINOLE · Pinellas County

Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Freezer #2
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Accumulation of grease under fryers
Equipment in poor repair. Damaged plastic curtains at entrance to walk in cooler repaired with duct tape
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

IRISH PUB ON 4TH

9246 4 ST N, ST PETERSBURG · Pinellas County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Inside deli cooler bottom at cook line individual bags ground beef (48F - Cold Holding) Put in deli cooler last night. Chef stated had been in the deli cooler all night condensation observed on bags.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam table left side tomatoes basil soup (100F - Hot Holding) Turned warmer up Retemp 178
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 2-1-26 establishment opened and operating. Owner paid during inspection
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Was 0 ppm changed bucket now 100 ppm
Time/temperature control for safety food required to be date marked is not date marked and time of opening/preparation cannot be determined. See stop sale. Walk in cooler Curry Dated 7-27 beer cheese dated 7-28
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EAU GALLIE YACHT CLUB REST

100 DATURA DR, INDIAN HARBOUR BCH · Brevard County

Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Improper use of reduced oxygen packaging without appoved HACCP. Lobster, crab claw, halibut, sea bass, crab, tuna, salmon, shrimp, pork, lamb, ribeyes, A5
Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale.
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/.
Clean linens stored in improper location. On floor in dry storage room
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil containers
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MIKE'S PIZZA DELI STATION

13560 N 49 ST, CLEARWATER · Pinellas County

Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 8 employees using Serv

NORTH BEACH GIFT SHOP

3500 PINELLAS BAYWAY S, TIERRA VERDE · Pinellas County

Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ GM Justin K. has expired CFM, or pirate chef Gary Poppe has valid CFM: ServSafe 12/6/21
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. Management unable to provide any proof of training for employees hired over 60 days, ServeSafe books on order

WOK N ROLL CHINESE RESTAURANT

881 W BAY DR UNIT #3, LARGO · Pinellas County

Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

DERUSSO'S PIZZERIA

1120 PINELLAS BAYWAY S UNIT 102-103, TIERRA VERDE · Pinellas County

Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose outside near walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. gyro meat (48F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler on pizza prep line. Employee moved to freezer for quick chill. Retemped at 38F;
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle near bar area containing table cleaner. Employee labeled bottle.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Single use plastic cup left inside of container of red pepper flakes in prep area.
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33180 US HWY 19 N, PALM HARBOR · Pinellas County

Shell eggs are not clean. See stop sale. 4 eggs covered in matza ball mix.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 10oz of raw beef temped at 55F. Held over night no temperature monitoring.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Motzoballs held at 114F, soup held at 110F next to refrigerator in wait station. Prepared at 1pm Operator heated motzoballs to proper temperature.
Employee washed hands with no soap. Employee washed hands at sink with no soap.
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Measured at 0ppm instructed operator to use three compartment sink until the issue is resolved.
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SHARKY'S SEA PUB

19703 GULF BLVD, INDIAN SHORES · Pinellas County

Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked off due to drain issues. Repairs will be made. Bar area.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Bar hand wash station.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles with blue liquid not labeled. Bar and dining room.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup no handle used for portioning in corn flour.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Main dining room and second dining room.
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HIBACHI BUFFET SUSHI & GRILL

2456 GULF TO BAY BLVD, CLEARWATER · Pinellas County

Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils - clean plate without washing hands. Reviewed with manager who then explained to the cook in the hibachi area . Cook then watched hands
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine run three times . 0 ppm dish machine . Manager scheduled service this day . Triple sink set up 100 ppm chlorine
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. -Observed spatulas rinsed and wiped after use for raw food in the hand wash sink at the hibachi station . Spatulas removed to dishwashing area to wash, rinse sanitize . Clean spatulas replaced for use . Reviewed with the manager who then reviewed with cook - food containers not sanitized in the triple sink - reviewed with manager. - Triple sink set up -pans and utensils washed rinsed and sanitized
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Reviewed with manager
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine and wiping cloths.
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8697 N 4 ST, ST PETERSBURG · Pinellas County

Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Over top napkin on dry storage.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Side table beside cook line deli cooler cooked penne pasta (58F - Cold Holding)
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Frozen meatballs in reach in freezer
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
2 Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Front counter
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DELOSA'S PIZZERIA AND RESTAURANT

12800 VILLAGE BLVD, MADEIRA BEACH · Pinellas County

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. Pizza slices missing time mark, per staff held less than 1 hour
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Lasagna in walk in cooler, previously frozen and then thawed, not dated
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Sanitizer bottle behind bar not labeled, staff labeled
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled hood filters
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TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE

27001 US 19 N #2089A, CLEARWATER · Pinellas County

Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched hair then touched clean equipment with no handwashing before touching wash.
Food-contact surfaces in contact with time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned at least every four hours. Blender used to make smoothies containing TCS ingredients only washed at the end of the day per shift lead. Discussed that the blenders need to be washed rinsed and sanitized a minimum of every 4 hours.
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. After touching face with both hands employee rinsed hands for less than 10 seconds before touching clean equipment.
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 accepted paper currency at cash register, made change and placed bills in tip container. No handwashing before touching clean equipment and preparing a smoothie.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. 2 spray bottles of chemical stored next to bacon and above wraps. Operator moved chemical during inspection to gain compliance.
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33855 US 19 N, PALM HARBOR · Pinellas County

Plan review has plans and its currently in the process of being approved.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelves of reach in cooler in kitchen has rust pitted to surface.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Unlabeled containers of sauce and oil in kitchen and sushi station.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Grooved cutting board in kitchen and sushi station.

5944 34 ST N #22, ST. PETERSBURG · Pinellas County

In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Rice scoop stored in rice container inside without handle above food. Manager relocated scoop.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sign missing in rear kitchen hand wash sink

MYTHOS GREEK BISTRO

2501 CENTRAL AVE, ST. PETERSBURG · Pinellas County

Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Located in reach-in cooler along North wall; cut gyro meat (48F - Cold Holding) Item held in reach-in cooler overnight and undisturbed
(5) Live, small flying insects found. (2) located in rear prep are/door to walk-in cooler (1) in dining room, located near the restrooms (1) at front bar located near broken dish machine (1) inside kitchen located around the reach-in deli cooler along North wall Discussed findings with Supervisor LDW. Advised to educate employees on preventative and reactive measures. Advised to issue a warning and next day callback.
(2) Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. (1) can of roasted eggplant pulp (1) can of baked giant beans
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Located in reach-in cooler along North wall; cut gyro meat (48F - Cold Holding) Employee stated item was held overnight inside unit. See stop sale.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink at front bar used to dump drink waste. Discussed with employee to utilize sink for handwashing purposes only
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536 1 AVE N, ST. PETERSBURG · Pinellas County

No date marking of pasta in front reach-in-cooler. Discussed importance of date marking on time/temperature control for safety foods.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing at hand sink in outdoor storage area next to ice machine.
Hand washing sink next to three compartment sink containing steel scrubber.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Missing at hand sink in outdoor storage area next to ice machine.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Stored on reach in deli cooler and deep freezer.
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SPRING GARDEN CHINESE RESTAURANTE

850 49 ST, ST. PETERSBURG · Pinellas County

Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -grocery bags being used in direct contact with raw chicken in reach in freezer near 3 compartment sink.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Cans of Raid near 3 compartment sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Cutting boards on prep cooler on cookline stained
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -hand wash sink near prep sink Operator put out paper towels
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. -operator washed hands in prep sink
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CHARLEY'S PHILLY STEAKS

27001 US HWY 19 S STE 2085, CLEARWATER · Pinellas County

Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. shredded cheddar (50F - Cold Holding); bacon (47F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (46F - Cold Holding); chicken wings cooked (47F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. shredded cheddar (50F - Cold Holding); bacon (47F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (46F - Cold Holding); chicken wings cooked (47F - Cold Holding) See Stop Sale
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink across from 3 compartment sink. Operator replenished paper towels. Discussed the need to always have hand wash sinks stocked with paper towels.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. As I entered the kitchen I observed the cook dipping his hands in soapy water of 3 compartment sink, no rinse and returned to work.
Establishment conducts non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods without written procedures approved by the division.
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27001 US HWY 19 N STE 9245, CLEARWATER · Pinellas County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Bean Sprouts 50F cold hold. Sprouts have been in the u it less than 4 hours, operator iced down for quick cool.

1030 58 ST N, ST PETERSBURG · Pinellas County

Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -Raw chicken over raw shrimp in reach in cooler Operator moved chicken to store below shrimp -Raw chicken over raw salmon in walk in freezer Operator moved salmon for proper storage
1 live roach on prep table on cookline 2 live roaches on prep table in back of kitchen near 3 compartment sink Operator killed all
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. -roach droppings in corners of shelving in dry storage area
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw chicken stored over pizzas in reach in cooler near ovens Operator moved pizzas to store above chicken
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Cutting boards on cook line stained
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7224 CENTRAL AVE, ST. PETERSBURG · Pinellas County

Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw chicken over curries in reach in cooler on cookline -raw beef over ginger in reach in cooler behind cook line Operator moved chicken and beef to store on bottom shelf
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board on prep cooler stained
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. -operator has quaternary test strips but is using chlorine sanitizer
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. -raw chicken in reach in freezer, vacuum packaged onsite and frozen, dated but not timed, and held more than 48 hours. Operator removed all vacuum sealed packaging
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer near kitchen exit.
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