BAR 23FIFTY
2350 CURLEW RD, Palm Harbor FL 34683 · 727-785-5126
Last inspected Oct 22, 2025 · 11 visits since September 2023
APR 24
OCT 24
MAY 25
JUL 25
OCT 25
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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. 1 live roach on the floor of the kitchen. Employee killed and sanitized area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025080498 | Oct 6, 2025 | Dec 11, 2025 | $400 |
| 3--2025044811 | May 9, 2025 | Aug 7, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Oct 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. Pipe in kitchen
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda guns, can opener, potato dicer soiled.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No paper towels by hand sink.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Equipment in poor repair. Potato Dicer rusted and hard to use. Can opener rusted in poor condition.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Multiple instances in kitchen
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Oct 21, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. Pipe in kitchen
Live, small flying insects found 12 live small flies behind bar.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda guns, can opener, potato dicer soiled.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No paper towels by hand sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Equipment in poor repair. Potato Dicer rusted and hard to use. Can opener rusted in poor condition.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Multiple instances in kitchen
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Oct 6, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. Pipe in kitchen
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Chlorine sanitizer for dm 0ppm
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Cook handled cell phone then put gloves on and starting cooking without washing hands
Live, small flying insects found 12 live small flies behind bar.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 1 fly inside bottle of triple sec in bar area
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda guns, can opener, potato dicer soiled.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No paper towels by hand sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Hole in ceiling above line.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets not inverted
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On line in kitchen
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phone in prep area
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook with no beard guard.
Equipment in poor repair. Potato Dicer rusted and hard to use. Can opener rusted in poor condition.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Multiple instances in kitchen
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Jul 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on the floor of the kitchen. Employee killed and sanitized area.
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/ Michele expired on 11/8/2024.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Stained cutting board in flip top cooler and prep tables.
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. For one employee Chris who has recently started food/beverage handling less than 60 days ago. Provided operator with employee reporting agreement, which was read and signed at the time of inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Hole in ceiling above prep table in kitchen.
May 9, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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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/ Only manager certification is for Michelle, which expired 11/8/2024.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting boards on flip top cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Vent hanging off of ceiling
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout kitchen and behind bars.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Door in the kitchen and front door both have visible gaps to the outside. Discussed and showed owner.
May 9, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 11 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 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found 4 flies near soiled towels
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef and raw bacon above cooked chicken. Employee relocated.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 3 rodent droppings on storage rack. 6 rodent droppings near ice machine and under rack in the kitchen. 11 rodent droppings behind the bar 1 dropping behind the boar and buffalo bar
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/ Only manager certification is for Michelle, which expired 11/8/2024.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting boards on flip top cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Vent hanging off of ceiling
Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead roaches on sticky trap 1 dead roach behind the bar
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout kitchen and behind bars.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Door in the kitchen and front door both have visible gaps to the outside. Discussed and showed owner.
Oct 25, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. Cooler not holding temperature
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook no beard guard.
Oct 23, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Lettuce 46F cold hold, tomatoes 46F cold hold, shredded cheddar 46F cold hold, operator stated the food was brought up from the walk in cooler and not placed in the unit right away because he was putting stock away. It has been less than 1 hour since the kitchen opened. Food items were placed on ice.
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. Cooler not holding temperature
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook no beard guard.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Plumber has been called and is on his way
Apr 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. 2 white cutting boards on cook line.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open cans employee beverages stored on upper shelf above prep table.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone and speaker stored next to food and clean equipment. Discussed the importance of of keeping personal items belonging separate from food and clean equipment
Food stored on floor. Walk in freezer cases of chicken stored on the floor. Discussed the need to store all food a minimum of 6inches off the floor.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles on cook line containing food removed from its original container not labeled with common name. Discussed the importance of of labeling all food once it's removed from its original container.
Dec 4, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs stored over milk in walk in cooler. Operator moved raw eggs
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. diced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (50F); sliced tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding); sliced cheddar (49F - Cold Holding). Thermostat in unit was mistakenly turned up.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Oper replenished paper towels
Sep 27, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs stored over milk in walk in cooler. Operator moved raw eggs
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. diced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (50F); sliced tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding); sliced cheddar (49F - Cold Holding).
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. diced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (50F); sliced tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding); sliced cheddar (49F - Cold Holding). Thermostat in unit was mistakenly turned up.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Oper replenished paper towels
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.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles containing food removed from its original container not labeled with common name.
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.