CHANNELS SEAFOOD MARKET
640 49TH STREET SOUTH, Saint Petersburg FL 33707 · 727-686-3509
Last inspected May 6, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. -2 live spiders in corners of kitchen
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024037194 | May 29, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
May 6, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 17 findingsThe state's own report →
Live, small flying insects found 3 live flying insects observed in kitchen 3 live flies in indoor front counter area
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. -2 live spiders in corners of kitchen
Rodent rub marks present along walls/ceilings in back storage room.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. -operator washed hands in prep sink
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor in kitchen ext to reach in cooler 1 dead roach on floor in area outside kitchen
Evidence of employee smoking in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area. -hand rolled cigarette on food prep table near hot holding unit
Fifty (50) foot-candles of light not provided at a food working surface or where safety is a factor. Kitchen only has a single working 60 Watt lightbulb. I needed a flashlight to see in the kitchen. -no lighting provided in handwash area of kitchen -no lighting provided in 3 comp sink area -No light inside reach in cooler in kitchen
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris throughout establishment, as well as walls and ceilings.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. - unsealed concrete floors in kitchen
Food being prepared in a room that has screening in place of all or part of a wall. - kitchen is missing sections of its walls and fencing with some screens has taken its place.
Hole in or other damage to wall. -walls in kitchen and storage area have large holes exposing the kitchen to the outside, including an exterior door that has been removed. This area is now enclosed by a wooden fence and some mesh which both have holes and do not enclose the area. Operator explained that these walls were damaged during hurricanes and were removed to be replaced, but have not yet been replaced. -wall in service area has hole near floor that light from the outside can be seen coming through.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. -Mop sink has been removed
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cookline equipment and storage areas have accumulation of grease, dirt and food debris.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. -gap under front door
Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. -hole in wall near front door, can see light coming in from outside -kitchen is not fully enclosed by wallsare not constructed to prevent vermin
May 4, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 27 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority4 Intermediate17 Basic
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Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. -using bleach that is not approved for food contact surfaces Operator got proper bleach
Live, small flying insects found 3 live flying insects observed in kitchen 3 live flies in indoor front counter area
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator renewed license during inspection.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. -2 live spiders in corners of kitchen
Rodent rub marks present along walls/ceilings in back storage room.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm, retested at 50PPM) Operator remade bucket and tested at 50PPM.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. -operator washed hands in prep sink
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -hand wash sink in kitchen had TV being stored on top of it Operator moved TV to unblock the hand wash sink
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -at hand wash sink in kitchen -at hand wash sink in restroom
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -restroom door is off hinges and unable to be closed
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor in kitchen ext to reach in cooler 1 dead roach on floor in area outside kitchen
Evidence of employee smoking in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area. -hand rolled cigarette on food prep table near hot holding unit
Fifty (50) foot-candles of light not provided at a food working surface or where safety is a factor. Kitchen only has a single working 60 Watt lightbulb. I needed a flashlight to see in the kitchen. -no lighting provided in handwash area of kitchen -no lighting provided in 3 comp sink area -No light inside reach in cooler in kitchen
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris throughout establishment, as well as walls and ceilings.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. - unsealed concrete floors in kitchen
Food being prepared in a room that has screening in place of all or part of a wall. - kitchen is missing sections of its walls and fencing with some screens has taken its place.
Hole in or other damage to wall. -walls in kitchen and storage area have large holes exposing the kitchen to the outside, including an exterior door that has been removed. This area is now enclosed by a wooden fence and some mesh which both have holes and do not enclose the area. Operator explained that these walls were damaged during hurricanes and were removed to be replaced, but have not yet been replaced. -wall in service area has hole near floor that light from the outside can be seen coming through.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. -Mop sink has been removed
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cookline equipment and storage areas have accumulation of grease, dirt and food debris.
Operator does not permit customers to use bathroom. I explained to operator that he is required to allow customers access to the restroom.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. -gap under front door
Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. -hole in wall near front door, can see light coming in from outside -kitchen is not fully enclosed by wallsare not constructed to prevent vermin
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. -standing water in 3 compartment sink
Water draining onto floor surface. -hand wash sink in kitchen draining onto floor. Operator moved drain to line up with floor drain.
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Operator remade sanitize bucket with bleach and water only
Dec 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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(2) Live, small flying insects found Both flies observed in rear prep areas not landing on food contact surfaces. Call made to Supervisor Lisa D.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee begin work with no handwash. Inspector stopped employee and discussed proper handwashing. Employee washed hands.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink in rear prep area used to hold lighting equipment and blocked by prep table. Discussed with operator sink needs to remain accessible for use.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Large accumulation of dead flies observed on sticky trap. Operator discarded and replaced.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Exposed plywood and boards observed in rear storage areas.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Verified ownership.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Concrete floors not smooth and easily cleanable
Food stored on floor. Live blue crabs stored on floor. Discussed with operator to elevate.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up inside reach-in freezers in rear storage areas
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of toaster oven soiled.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Inspector emailed to operator, however operator has no means to print during inspection
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Gaps between walls and roof where vermin possibly enter in the rear.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area. All lights out in rear storage areas.
Apr 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.
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.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand sink in back kitchen area temperature 81F.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Approximately 40 dead insect in fly trap, emptied during inspection
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Water spout removed from faucet over two compartment sink.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Unsealed concrete floors in kitchen
Jan 3, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 21 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority8 Intermediate8 Basic
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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 washed hands with no soap.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies in rear storage area not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on 02/01/2024.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw seafood over peas in residential upright freezer in rear storage room, not all commercially packaged.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Person in charge only aware of Big 5 Foodborne illnesses. Inspector emailed Big 6.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink used to fill water bucket of towels and water bucket left in sink. Manager removed.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand wash sink by two compartment sink disconnected at time of inspection. Operator connected hand wash sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in rear storage area.
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Operator went to store and bought chlorine bleach for food contact surfaces.
No soap provided at handwash sink in rear storage area.
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.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand wash sink in rear prep room only reaches 72 F after running for more than 3 minutes.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil stored on floor of rear storage room.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Water spout removed from faucet over two compartment sink.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Shrimp thawing in standing water.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
May 29, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies next to register
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bag of ice in hand sink, removed
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink in restroom
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Operator acquired approved chlorine sanitizer during inspection
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Approximately 20 dead insect cats in UV fly trap, emptied during inspection
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cooler handles soiled
Dead roaches on premises. 4 dead roaches in kitchen 3 dead roaches in prep room All areas cleaned and sanitizer. Per operator, business recently received pest control treatment.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Bucket of live crabs on floor in kitchen, relocated
Hole in or other damage to wall. Walls in kitchen in disrepair
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooler gaskets soiled
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Exterior door and window to kitchen left open
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand sink fell off wall in kitchen, temporarily propped up and functioning
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Unsealed concrete floors in kitchen
Dec 14, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler door in disrepair
Nov 21, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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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/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter area
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.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler door in disrepair
Hole in or other damage to wall. Above reach in cooler in kitchen
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand wash sink in kitchen fell off wall
Sep 12, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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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/
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter area
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. Front counter area
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler door in disrepair
Hole in or other damage to wall. Above reach in cooler in kitchen
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand wash sink in kitchen fell off wall
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Behind steam table
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.