BADFINS FOOD & BREW
215 S GULFVIEW BLVD, Clearwater FL 33767 · 727-433-9333
Last inspected Jul 15, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 4 live roaches observed on cooks line behind convection oven in the corner of the stainless steel wall.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025054717 | Jul 9, 2025 | Aug 28, 2025 | $800 |
| 3--2024052043 | Sep 3, 2024 | Oct 28, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 15, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Water leaking from pipe in walk in cooler.
Jul 14, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live cockroach observed under hand sink in back area. 1 live cockroach under floor mat.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Lobster sauce 56f, cheese sauce 58f, front line cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Cooked rice 65f, black beans 67f, items in steam well and crescore at 1 hour. Will not reach reheat temp in 2 hours.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Dead roaches on premises. One dead cockroach behind convection oven. 2 dead roaches under three comp sink.
Food stored on floor. Cases of water being moved to shelf.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink in beer cooler. Discarded.
Stored food not covered. Cored out pineapples for drinks stored in beer cooler not covered.
Water leaking from pipe in walk in cooler.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Cooks line.
Sep 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soiled soda nozzle.
Waste line missing at soda gun holster.
Jul 10, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 9, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 5 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 4 live roaches observed on cooks line behind convection oven in the corner of the stainless steel wall.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Second walk in-coleslaw 45f, pico 45f,, guacamole 45f, these items discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Tuna 48f, mahi 46f, raw shrimp 48f, breading station. Sliced tomatoes 48f, hard boiled eggs 47f, guacamole 57f, sliced tomatoes 57f, two door unit on cooks line. Second walk in-coleslaw 45f, pico 45f,, guacamole 45f, these items discarded.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ James Mullan
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.
Nov 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
Sep 4, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Breading station gasket torn.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Above prep area.
Sep 3, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 7 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 priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 4 flies observed in dish room area.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live cockroaches located behind cooking equipment disappearing into the stainless steel wall. 1 live cockroach observed on the rubber floor mat on the cooks line. 12 live cockroach observed crawling up stainless steel edging.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Begging of cooks line-Corn salsa 51f, shredded cheese 48f, pico 46f, Breading cooler-raw fish 49f, cooked shrimp 48f, Server alley-coleslaw 45f,
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked chicken 124f,
Equipment in poor repair. Breading station gasket torn.
Food stored on floor. 2 boxes of fries stored on freezer floor.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Above prep area.
Jan 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 0 ppm, chemical not dispensing.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over shredded cheese in line cooler.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Greater than 500, solution remade and now 200 ppm.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
Jul 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 12, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Verde sauce 59f, pico 52f, guacamole/diced tomatoes 51f, salsa 50f, front of service window. Raw grouper 47f, raw shrimp 47f, raw chicken 48f, raw burger 60f, raw steak 58f, pico 57f, sliced tomatoes 49f, under flat top and line reach in cooler. Shredded cheese 48f, corn salsa 47f, hush puppy 49f, hot dogs 49f, pork belly 48f, buttermilk 66f, breading station.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Holding unit-beer cheese 60f, cooked rice 62f,
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.
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Sanitizer was in middle sink, no rinse step.
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.