BEACH SHANTY CAFE
397 MANDALAY AVE, Clearwater Bch FL 33767 · (727)443-1616
Last inspected Jul 27, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 9 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 27, 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 food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Raw burger in same container as sealed deli turkey in yellow bucket.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw burger meat stored over raw shell eggs in walk in cooler.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Opened employee water bottle stored in reach in cooler.
Apr 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 17, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Cryovac package states that frozen fish must be removed from package before thawing begins. 2 packs of thawed grouper. Items discarded.
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.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Outside area.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Ice scoop stored on towel when not in use. Suggested 1/3 pan for holding scoop when not in use.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.Cryovac package states that frozen fish must be removed from package before thawing begins. 2 packs of thawed grouper. Items discarded.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
Jul 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw burger stored over cooked ham.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer.
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.
Food stored on floor in outside storage area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing frozen bacon at room temperature.
Feb 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Shell eggs.
Ceiling tile missing. Prep area.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Recently thawed, had operator open packages.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Prep area.
Sep 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over cut potatoes in walk in cooler.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Opened deli turkey no date mark.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. 2 back packs stored on shelf with food products.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Dish area.
Jun 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Front cook and service area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Dish area.
Apr 3, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hollandaise 115f, put back on grill for reheat.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/Mark Doescher 2/6/2019, all CFM's expired.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Front cook and service area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Dish area.
Sep 29, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Ready to eat tuna fish under raw fish.
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
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.