BRITT'S BAR & GRILL
10709 GULF BLVD, Treasure Island FL 33706 · 727-360-6561
Last inspected Jun 15, 2026 · 14 visits since December 2023
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. 5 live roaches in pizza box storage area 3 live roaches in beverage station 2 live roaches in dining room behind booth near soda station
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
6 cases · $4,500
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024047478 | Aug 12, 2024 | Jan 15, 2025 | $400 |
| 3--2022000713 | Nov 3, 2021 | Jan 31, 2022 | $400 |
| 3--2020005790 | Jan 29, 2020 | May 29, 2020 | $1,500 |
| 3--2019001393 | Dec 20, 2018 | Mar 27, 2019 | $1,500 |
| 3--2018045207 | Aug 15, 2018 | Sep 28, 2018 | $400 |
| 3--2015031935 | Apr 8, 2015 | Aug 21, 2015 | $300 |
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine tested at 0PPM. Upon closer inspection inspector observed machine has no source of sanitizer. Instructed manager to set up three compartment sink until unit is functional.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked lasagna dated 4-8-2026 in walk-in cooler. See stop sale.
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Dish machine at 0PPM indicating no one checking unit.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Canned artichokes opened not date marked in walk-in cooler. Shredded cheddar cheese not date marked in walk-in cooler.
Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Dish machine missing sanitizer from unit.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 9 high priority.
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(6) Live, small flying insects found (3) Live flies near dish pit (2) live flies near steam well None observed landing on food contact surfaces. Advised manager to dispatch as seen and sanitize areas where killed. Called made to Supervisor Lisa DW regarding vermin who advised a next day callback
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine tested at 0PPM. Upon closer inspection inspector observed machine has no source of sanitizer. Instructed manager to set up three compartment sink until unit is functional.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish stored above frozen garlic knots in walk-in freezer. Inspector will discuss proper safe storage with manager.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored above comminuted beef in walk-in cooler. Inspector will discuss safe storage according to cooking temperatures.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked lasagna dated 4-8-2026 in walk-in cooler. See stop sale.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Cooked lasagna pan dated 4-8-2026 inside walk-in cooler
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Meatballs held on top shelf in indirect heat above cookline at 129F. Employees advised cooked meatballs were placed from frozen on shelf two hour prior. Discussed reheating and thawing instructions with employees.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked chicken wings and chicken Parmesan cutlets in low boy drawer on cook-line at 47F and 46F respectively. Items placed into walk-in freezer to correct. Rechecked temperatures at 44F and 43F respectively.
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Meatballs held on top shelf in indirect heat above cookline at 129F. Employees advised cooked meatballs were placed from frozen on shelf two hour prior. Discussed reheating and thawing instructions with employees. See stop sale.
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Dish machine at 0PPM indicating no one checking unit.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Canned artichokes opened not date marked in walk-in cooler. Shredded cheddar cheese not date marked in walk-in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink seen used to fill metal pan of water for garbanzo beans. Instructed employee to only use sink for washing hands.
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/ Upon arrival 6 employees observed in food handling with no CFM present. Discussed with manager who arrived during inspection that a CFM must be present with 4 or more employees.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink at front counter. Employee provided.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. No written plan for pizza slices held on time. Inspector will provide time as a public health control form and review with manager.
Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Dish machine missing sanitizer from unit.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor near three compartment sink.
Food stored on floor. Raw shell eggs stored on the floor in walk-in cooler. Tomato sauce cans stored in the floor in rear prep area.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Grocery bags being used to store bread
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -soda machine nozzles have accumulation of dried residues -soda machine ice chute soiled with black and pink mold like substance -interior of soda gun nozzles at bar soiled with accumulation of black slime Operator cleaned and sanitized soda gun nozzles
No temperature measuring device provided on dishmachine.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No running hot water at hand wash sink next to register. Water on cold side temped 77F.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris behind cook line equipment
Hole in or other damage to wall. -crack in wall in cooler far right wall
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer and reach in pasta prep cooler
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. -reach in coolers in pizza preparation table area have exposed insulation in the doors
Walk in cooler wall soiled with black mold like substance.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 29 recorded, 9 high priority.
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) Sanitizer lines were hooked up to bucket of detergent. Operator went to store to get sanitizer. 3 compartment sink will be used until dish machine is sanitizing properly.
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. -Manager handled sliced ham and salami used for antipasto salad, both out of temp. Operator voluntarily discarded. -line cook handled Parmesan cheese at pasta prep cooler with bare hands. Operator voluntarily discarded
Line cook employee failed to wash hands before changing gloves to initiate a task working with food. He washed hands and changed gloves after being corrected.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Grocery bags being used to store bread
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked pasta in walk in cooler date marked 11/8. Operator says it should have been prepared more recently but regular chef is not here today to verify. Stop sale issued.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Cooked pasta in walk in cooler date marked 11/8. Operator says it should have been prepared more recently but regular chef is not here today to verify. Stop sale issued.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. At pasta prep table- Alfredo sauce (62F - Cold Holding); caramelized onions (55F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar (56F - Cold Holding); ground beef (51F - Cold Holding) Items were stored in reach in cooler overnight, no temperatures taken by staff today. Foods were evenly hot throughout, leading me to believe it was not just an issue of the lid being open and temporarily elevating the surface of the food. Stop Sale issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In salad prep cooler- Sliced ham (57F Cold Holding); sliced salami (59F - Cold Holding) Items were sliced yesterday, operator handled with bare hands and opted to discard after instruction that they may not use bare hand contact with ready to eat food. At pasta prep table- Alfredo sauce (62F - Cold Holding); caramelized onions (55F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar (56F - Cold Holding); ground beef (51F - Cold Holding) Items were stored in reach in cooler overnight, no temperatures taken by staff today. Foods were evenly hot throughout, leading me to believe it was not just an issue of the lid being open and temporarily elevating the surface of the food. Stop Sale issued.
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. -no time monitoring of pizzas being held at room temperature for pizza by the slice
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -soda machine nozzles have accumulation of dried residues -soda machine ice chute soiled with black and pink mold like substance -interior of soda gun nozzles at bar soiled with accumulation of black slime Operator cleaned and sanitized soda gun nozzles
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -pot being filled in handwash sink at end of cook line -strainer being stored in handwash sink behind bar Operator removed items
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -No paper towels at either handwash sink behind bar
No soap provided at handwash sink. -no soap at either handwash sink behind bar
No temperature measuring device provided on dishmachine.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. -Time as a Public Health Control is used for pizza by the slice Operator printed and filled out procedures during inspection
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Burgers cooked to order no consumer advisory posted. Provided operator with consumer advisory posters and they posted at front counter and bar.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No running hot water at hand wash sink next to register. Water on cold side temped 77F.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -employee beverage being stored on pizza preparation table Instructed employee to move it to a non food preparation area and he moved it to the drink station prep table. Operator moved drink to bus area with dirty dishes and sanitized food preparation areas.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Employee cell phone and electronic device stored on pizza preparation table -employee cell phone stored on shelf above salad prep cooler Operator removed
Espresso scoop utensil in contact with vacuum cleaner handle resting on prep table. Operator removed and cleaned and sanitized.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris behind cook line equipment
Hole in or other damage to wall. -crack in wall in cooler far right wall
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer and reach in pasta prep cooler
Interior of microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris, last used yesterday.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. -reach in coolers in pizza preparation table area have exposed insulation in the doors
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -2 hand wash sinks behind bar no handwashing signs
Walk in cooler wall soiled with black mold like substance.
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and water. Operator remade sani buckets with sanitizing solution which tested at 150PPM.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards soiled on cook line, soda nozzles on soda fountain in wait station soiled.
Food stored in a prohibited area. Reach in coolers in dining room bar area added due to bar being destroyed during storms. Bar will be rebuilt when permits are approved. If bar is different from plans on file you will need to submit plan review to myfloridalicense.com
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer has build up of ice on shelves.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
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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/. Certified food manager certificate expired for Lior Hason 11-13-2024 national registry of food safety professionals.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards soiled on cook line, soda nozzles on soda fountain in wait station soiled.
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. National registry of food safety professionals employee training for all employees over 60 days expired 11-2024.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice chute on soda fountain In wait station soiled.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table next to clean plates. Employee removed drink.
Food stored in a prohibited area. Reach in coolers in dining room bar area added due to bar being destroyed during storms. Bar will be rebuilt when permits are approved. If bar is different from plans on file you will need to submit plan review to myfloridalicense.com
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer has build up of ice on shelves.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven on cook line soiled with burnt on food debris, microwave oven in desert area soiled.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink in kitchen no hand wash signage. Provided signage to employee and he displayed.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave oven soiled with food debris.
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee began working with garnishes no hand wash in bar area. Educated employee and she washed her hands.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Roach excrement in cracks on counter behind pizza prep table, in cracks in service pass thru from kitchen.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 18 rodent droppings in ice machine area near front bar 2 rodent droppings in hand sink in ice machine room 2 rodent droppings on wall near hand sink in ice machine area 6 rodent droppings under hand sink in exterior bar
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris, mixer head soiled with food debris.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled with food debris in kitchen and prep area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave oven soiled with food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets and handles on reach in coolers soiled and sticky.
Ordered shut on the spot. 13 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee began working with garnishes no hand wash in bar area. Educated employee and she washed her hands.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 5 live roaches in pizza box storage area 3 live roaches in beverage station 2 live roaches in dining room behind booth near soda station
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Roach excrement in cracks on counter behind pizza prep table, in cracks in service pass thru from kitchen.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 18 rodent droppings in ice machine area near front bar 2 rodent droppings in hand sink in ice machine room 2 rodent droppings on wall near hand sink in ice machine area 6 rodent droppings under hand sink in exterior bar
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk in reach in cooler in front counter no date mark. Employee dated milk opened 8-11
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris, mixer head soiled with food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink in exterior bar blocked with strainer. Employee removed to wash hands.
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches in pan in prep area. 2 dead roaches in dining room near pass thru on floor 1 dead roach on floor behind booth near soda station 1 dead roach on pan of water under reach in cooler in prep area
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled with food debris in kitchen and prep area.
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil on the floor in prep area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave oven soiled with food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets and handles on reach in coolers soiled and sticky.
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Soap and sanitizer mixed in sanitizer bucket. Employee removed bucket and refilled with sanitizer only.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current license not displayed. 2-1-2024 license displayed.
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched broom handle then put on gloves to work with food no hand wash. Educated employee and they washed hands and put on clean gloves.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk opened 3-18 no date mark. Employee dated milk.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained throughout kitchen and prep area, mixer head soiled with oil and flour, soda nozzles soiled with debris, can opener soiled with build up of food debris
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand sink on cook line. Employee refilled paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand sink on cook line. Employee refilled soap
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Unable to find written plan. Emailed written plan to manager to print.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice chute/bin. Ice chute on soda fountain soiled with black mold like debris.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. 2-1-2024 license displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Keys and charger on prep table next to sauce being prepped. Employee removed items.
Food stored on floor. Case of fries on floor in walk in freezer. Employee moved to shelf.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of oven soiled with food debris.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet cloth on cutting board in kitchen. Employee moved to sanitizer bucket.
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Staff whipped in use knives against apron and placed back on cutting boards, discussed proper cleaning
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken wings over raw beef in walk in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken wings (52F - Cold Holding) cooler next to stove, held less than 4 hrs, moved to freezer, retemp 43F. feta (54F - Cold Holding) cooler across from pizza oven, staff closed lid. garlic in oil (65F - Cold Holding), moved to cooler, held less than 4 hrs, recommended added to time as a public health control
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled Cutting boards stained Ice chute soiled on soda machine
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Outside bar
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Wrapped silverware stored outside on bar, moved inside
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cook line
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open beverages above pizza prep counters
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Keys on shelf next to seasonings on prep line, bag over bags of flour, removed
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic cups at soda machine
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under prep coolers
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Dish room
Food stored on floor. Cans of peeled tomatoes on floor next to prep line
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink at outside bar
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooler gaskets soiled
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Plastic bins on storage racks
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Meatballs thawing on counter at Tom temperature, moved to cooler
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Fan covers soiled in walk-in cooler
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. At front counter
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.