4KS BBQ & CATERING
721 LAKEVIEW RD, Clearwater FL 33756 · 727-330-6170
Last inspected Apr 24, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. - 2 flying insects in back kitchen. Flying insects not landing on food. Flying insects flew out side
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 24, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic tiles in entire establishment.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed operator sign.
Feb 20, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded.
0 High priority6 Intermediate9 Basic
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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. Provided operator with print out.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided napkins.
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. Keon Jr and Keandra Williams no employee training.
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. Sent employee health agreement to operator for new hire. Shaquille Battle, new hire February 2nd, no employee reporting agreement.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At rear kitchen sink. Operator provided soap.
Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Degreaser stored on dry storage shelf. Operator relocated.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic tiles in entire establishment.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Food stored on floor. Raw ribs and chicken stored on floor. Operator relocated. Corrected on site Soda cans under front counter.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Collard greens spoons stored in standing water. Operator removed spoons.
Interior of microwave and oven has accumulation of food debris.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed operator sign.
Open dumpster lid. Dumpster lid closed.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Aug 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator provided paper towels.
No proof provided that recently hired food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Apr 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Observed employee touch money from customer then touch single-serve plates without washing hands. Discussed with operator proper hand-hygiene techniques.
Raid pesticide /insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Stored on shelf with seasoning. Operator removed raid spray.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator provided paper towels.
Dec 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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-No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products -Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Reviewed with manager
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.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Reviewed with operator.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Dec 10, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products -Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Reviewed with manager
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris -Stained soiled cutting board on prep table. Reviewed with manager
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Reviewed with operator.
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/. Fryer added to back kitchen prep area. Manager to remove fryer this day
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Plumbing system in disrepair. -Water leaking from grease trap when triple sink and hand wash sink is run for an extended amount of time in back kitchen area. Employee left during the inspection to pick up the replacement grease trap
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. Fryer in kitchen without hood system.For reporting purposes only.
Jun 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No chemical test kit ( chlorine) provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. Reviewed with operator.
Apr 9, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority7 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Reviewed with manager.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. - 2 flying insects in back kitchen. Flying insects not landing on food. Flying insects flew out side
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 02/01/2024.
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.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
No chemical test kit ( chlorine) provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sinks. Reviewed with operator that hand wash sinks must be stocked at all times and proper hand washing. Operator purchased paper towels and placed paper towels at hand wash sinks
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/. -Fryers added to back kitchen area by back door.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sinks. Operator purchased soap and placed soap at hand wash sinks
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sinks used by food employees.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. Reviewed with operator.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Back door open with two flying insects in the kitchen. Discussed with operator. Operator closed door.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues in back kitchen
Nov 16, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at all handwash sinks. Operator placed paper towels at all hand wash stations.
No soap provided at handwash sink next to three-compartment sink. Operator placed soap at hand wash sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at hand wash sink near three-compartment sink. Will email hand wash sign.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.