BAVARO'S CLEARWATER
468 MANDALAY AVE, Clearwater FL 33767 · 727-223-8900
Last inspected May 5, 2026 · 10 visits since January 2024
JAN 24
AUG 24
OCT 24
SEP 25
APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
2 Live, small flying insects found in pizza make area.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
May 5, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Dish area hand sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Dish area hand sink.
Apr 30, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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2 Live, small flying insects found in pizza make area.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Vodka sauce 47f, cooked meatballs 45f, found at inspection cooling overnight from4/29/2026. Missed cooling window, items discarded.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Vodka sauce 47f, cooked meatballs 45f, found at inspection cooling overnight from4/29/2026. Missed cooling window, items discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw shell eggs 65f, next to saute area. Items moved to reach in cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bleach bottled stored over bags of flour at pizza station.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun nozzle soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pasta baskets stored in hand sink on cooks line.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Dish area hand sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Dish area hand sink.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Breakfast menu has no consumer advisory. Printer for operator and displayed. Operator to add to breakfast menu.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Purse stored over clean utensils. Speaker stored on clean utensils.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Dish area hand sink.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. One sani bucket stored on floor.
Sep 19, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Clam/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Next to kettle.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Sep 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter 56f, on cooks line. Fresh mozzarella 51f, in pizza area. Fresh garlic in oil 56f, in pizza area.
Clam/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink in dish area has a fan and take out bag in sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bar hand wash sink used as dump sink as evident by ice and metal cup in sink.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Next to kettle.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Next to kettle.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. One employee.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spatula and tongs in standing water on cooks line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Both bathrooms.
Dec 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Bar hand wash sink. Dish hand sink.
Oct 25, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Bar hand wash sink. Dish hand sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. All hand sinks in kitchen and restrooms.
Oct 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
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. Extension given on previous callback.
No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Two hand sinks.
Aug 29, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Bar hand wash sink. Dish hand sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. All hand sinks in kitchen and restrooms.
Aug 27, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked wings 60f, raw sausage 60f, cooked mushrooms 61f, sliced turkey 50f, cooked garlic 61f, all items put in reach in cooler at 11:00am, moved to walk in cooler for quick chill. Time left to cool is 1.5 hours.
Clam/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Clam/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar Hand wash sink.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Bar hand wash sink. Dish hand sink.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. All hand sinks in kitchen and restrooms.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Under three compartment sink.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
Jan 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
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.