727 SEAFOOD AND GRILL
1701 16 ST S, Saint Petersburg FL 33705 · (727) 641-9353
Last inspected Jan 30, 2026 · 8 visits since January 2024
APR 24
SEP 24
DEC 24
AUG 25
JAN 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 1 live spider on floor on side of reach-in freezer in room next kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024066341 | Sep 23, 2024 | Jul 17, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jan 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken wings above comminuted beef in reach-in cooler. Items were relocated for proper storage.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked neck bone (110F - Hot Holding) located in steam well. Operator returned to stock pot and reheat to 165F.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand wash sink at kitchen slow draining.
Aug 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach-in cooler soiled with food debris between cracks.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Dec 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. From steam table on cooks line at 3:46pm a. cooked sausage (131F - Hot Holding); b. cooked corn (131F - Cold Holding)
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Reach-in cooler interior near flat-top have accumulation of soil residues.
Stored food not covered. Cooked crab not covered in cooler on cooks line.
Dec 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate10 Basic
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Both bathrooms 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.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employees with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Ice buildup in all reach-in freezers in establishment.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Reach-in cooler interior near fat-fryers have accumulation of soil residues.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Reuse of chicken base containers to toss chicken wings in sauce.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand wash sink on cooks line is slow draining.
Sep 24, 2024Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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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.
Both bathrooms 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.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employees with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Ice buildup in all reach-in freezers in establishment.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Reach-in cooler interior near fat-fryers have accumulation of soil residues.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Reuse of chicken base containers to toss chicken wings in sauce.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand wash sink on cooks line is slow draining.
Sep 23, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 21 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority3 Intermediate14 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee enter kitchen and begin preparing food and touching clean equipment without washing hands. Discussed with operator proper hand-hygiene techniques. Will email DBPR Form 5030-157. Washing Hands Method.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 1 live spider on floor on side of reach-in freezer in room next kitchen.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. 3 roach droppings in cabinet in men's restroom.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 21 rodent droppings on floor behind reach-in freezer located in room near side entrance door. 4 rodent droppings in bucket on floor next kitchen entrance. 23 rodent droppings on floor in room next to kitchen. 13 rodent droppings on floor underneath shelf near side door entrance to prep area. 3 rodent droppings on floor underneath mop sink. 16 rodent droppings on floor behind reach-in freezer in prep room. 11 rodent droppings on floor near walk-in cooler. 71 rodent droppings on floor around ice machine. 2 rodent droppings in plastic container on shelf near ice machine. 6 rodent droppings on floor underneath three-compartment sink.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink on cooks line is blocked by food cart.
No proof provided that recently hired food employee are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Marvin Serphian employed less than 60 days. Will email DBPR Form 5030-103. Employee Health Food Reporting Agreement.
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.
Both bathrooms located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Both restroom doors left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling tiles are missing in room next to kitchen.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor in men's restroom 1 dead roach on floor behind reach-in freezer located in room next to kitchen. 5 dead roaches behind reach-in freezer near walk-in cooler.
Employees with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Ice buildup in all reach-in freezers in establishment.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Reach-in cooler interior near fat-fryers have accumulation of soil residues.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Reuse of chicken base containers to toss chicken wings in sauce.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand wash sink on cooks line is slow draining.
Apr 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 23 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate16 Basic
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4 Shell eggs are cracked in sliding door cooler near soda machine. See stop sale.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw shrimp stored above ready-to-eat sauces in reach-in cooler on cooks line. Raw ground beef stored above container of boiled eggs in sliding door cooler near three-compartment sink.
Handwash sink in kitchen is blocked by trash can and food cart not accessible for employee use at all times.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Container of curry seasoning stored in bowl of hand wash sink in kitchen. Employee removed seasoning.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen and restroom.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water at hand wash sink in kitchen when operating valve.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Single-serve bowl without handle used as a scoop in a container of raw shrimp in reach-in cooler on cooks line.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in back storage area and hole in ceiling above cooks line.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board on cooks line has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on top of cutting board on cooks line.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in restroom. Will email DBPR Form 5030-111. Employees must wash hands.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled on reach-in cooler doors in cooks line.
Reach-in cooler on cooks line interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand wash sink on cooks line is slow draining.
Jan 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority7 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked chicken (100F - Hot Holding) on cook line, reheated on stove to minimum 165F
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting boards Accumulation of grease on grill surface
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink in kitchen blocked by rolling cart
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink in kitchen
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink in kitchen
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. Macaroni and cheese in chest freezers
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.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Accumulation of dead insects in glue trap hanging from ceiling over dining room and in dry storage room
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Hole in ceiling in kitchen
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee in kitchen engaged in food prep
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Dry storage room
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil on floor
Ice buildup in reach-in freezers
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Tongs in 129F water
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Over kitchen
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour bin not labeled
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.