CALABASH II
2319 CENTRAL AVE, Saint Petersburg FL 33713 · 727-202-0064
Last inspected Oct 23, 2025 · 7 visits since April 2024
APR 24
FEB 25
MAY 25
OCT 25
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4 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on 02/01/2024.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Oct 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Paper towel dispenser in restroom unable to dispense paper towel.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Oxtail, plaintains, chicken stock prepared on site not date marched in reach-in cooler across from cook line
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Restroom at rear of kitchen not self closing
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food not segregated in reach-in cooler. Discussed with operator to ID personal items.
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Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Good filters with visible accumulation of grease
Ice buildup in white reach-in freezer towards rear door
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of reach-in cooler across and next to cook line soiled
Aug 15, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedLicensing Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https:// www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ change of ownership. Instructed operator how to fill out application and submit payment for new license under the new ownership. Establishment open and operating to the public serving food. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor by fryers soiled with old grease. Priority: Basic
Observed: Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floors cracked and uneven next to floor drains. Priority: Basic
Observed: Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Residue observed in bottom of reach in cooler. Priority: Basic
May 30, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https:// www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ change of ownership. Instructed operator how to fill out application and submit payment for new license under the new ownership. Establishment open and operating to the public serving food. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Operator observed washing hands in three compartment sink. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Stuck in container Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Handles on reach in cooler and reach in freezer soiled. Priority: Basic
Observed: Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor by fryers soiled with old grease. Priority: Basic
Observed: Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floors cracked and uneven next to floor drains. Priority: Basic
Observed: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled. Priority: Basic
Observed: Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Residue observed in bottom of reach in cooler. Priority: Basic
Observed: Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall immediately in front of air vent soiled with dark debris. Priority: Basic
May 29, 2025Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 21 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority7 Intermediate9 Basic
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Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https:// www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ change of ownership. Instructed operator how to fill out application and submit payment for new license under the new ownership. Establishment open and operating to the public serving food. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Glass stem/sensor thermometer in use with no shatterproof coating. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Reach in cooler at rear of kitchen, next to flat top. Jerk chicken 51F - 12lbs Cooked oxtail, rice and gravy 51F. - 5lbs Priority: High Priority
Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Jerk chicken 51F - 12lbs Cooked oxtail, rice and gravy 51F. - 5lbs Priority: High Priority
Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.plantains 121 degrees Priority: High Priority
Observed: Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.1 employee needs to fill out Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Operator observed washing hands in three compartment sink. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: 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. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed being used to fill water in the sanitizer bucket. Changed to 3 compartment sink Priority: Intermediate
Observed: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Stuck in container Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Handles on reach in cooler and reach in freezer soiled. Priority: Basic
Observed: Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee drinks observed in reach in cooler with prepared foods. Priority: Basic
Observed: Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor by fryers soiled with old grease. Priority: Basic
Observed: Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floors cracked and uneven next to floor drains. Priority: Basic
Observed: No copy of latest inspection report available. Informed operator to maintain a copy of prior inspections. Priority: Basic
Observed: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled. Priority: Basic
Observed: Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Residue observed in bottom of reach in cooler. Priority: Basic
Observed: Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single service aluminum tins above steam tables not inverted. Operator flipped them over to correct. Priority: Basic
Observed: Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall immediately in front of air vent soiled with dark debris. Priority: Basic
Feb 7, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on 02-01-2025. Establishment is open and operating.
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/ Carl Chaplin CFM expired on 10-27-2022.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Measuring cup stored inside bowl of hand wash sink next to three-compartment sink. Operator removed cup.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to three-compartment sink. Operator provided paper towel.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Jul 11, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on 02/01/2024.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl with no handle used to scoop rice.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Corn starch and seasoning removed from original containers and not labeled.
Apr 26, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on 02/01/2024.
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/ CFM expired on 10/27/2022.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl with no handle used to scoop rice.
Open dumpster lid.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Corn starch and seasoning removed from original containers and not labeled.
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.