CASA ORIGEN
937 CENTRAL AVE, Saint Petersburg FL 33705 · (929) 696 6556
Last inspected Sep 8, 2025 · 6 visits since January 2024
JAN 24
APR 24
NOV 24
JAN 25
SEP 25
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 17 points better than where it started.
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Cooked potatoes in upright freezer have mold-like growth.
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Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,360
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021027297 | Mar 24, 2021 | Apr 10, 2023 | $320 |
| 3--2017032015 | Feb 27, 2017 | Aug 4, 2017 | $440 |
| 3--2016035258 | Jun 21, 2016 | Aug 24, 2016 | $400 |
| 3--2016019623 | Dec 28, 2015 | May 19, 2016 | $200 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Sep 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Unsealed concrete floor in kitchen.
Water leaking from hand wash sink faucet in kitchen.
Jan 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach-in cooler is stained.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Cutting board on reach-in cooler has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Interior of ice machine/bin with rust that has pitted the surface
Light shield damaged/in kitchen.
Nov 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles on cooks line are soiled with dust.
Cutting board on reach-in cooler on cooks line has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Interior of ice machine/bin with rust that has pitted the surface
Light not functioning. Three light bulbs are burned out on cooks line.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair on cooks line.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Lights on cooks line missing shield.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach-in cooler doors on cooks line are soiled.
Reach-in cooler on cooks line interior have accumulation of soil residues.
Apr 23, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Cooked potatoes in upright freezer have mold-like growth.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Three-compartment sink removed from bar area with dishmachine added. Mop sink removed from kitchen.
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles on cooks line are soiled with dust.
Cutting board on reach-in cooler on cooks line has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Interior of ice machine/bin with rust that has pitted the surface
Light not functioning. Three light bulbs are burned out on cooks line.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair on cooks line.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Lights on cooks line missing shield.
No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach-in cooler doors on cooks line are soiled.
Reach-in cooler on cooks line interior have accumulation of soil residues.
Jan 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Conch batter opened 1-12 no date mark. Employee dated batter.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Food contact area of panini grill soiled with burnt on food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bowls in hand sink in ice machine area. Employee removed bowls.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 3 spray bottles of cleaner not labeled. Employee labeled all 3 sanitizer.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has black mold like debris.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor of kitchen soiled with debris under and around equipment.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of oven on cook line soiled with burnt on food debris.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. One Light shield broken and one light shield missing in kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign at hand sink in kitchen. Provided hand wash sign to employee.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking hand sink faucet in kitchen.
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.