CHERRYS BAR AND GRILL
16144 CHURCHVIEW DR, Lithia FL 33547 · 813.601.6100
Last inspected Mar 31, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found 7 live flies in dish area on piping and walls. 2 live flies on cabinet shelving in server station.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025078995 | Oct 16, 2025 | Dec 11, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Mar 31, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Live, small flying insects found 7 live flies in dish area on piping and walls. 2 live flies on cabinet shelving in server station.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Open gallon of milk in walk in cooler not dated
Accumulation of black/pink mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler fan covers soiled with dust. Exterior of fryers soiled with grease buildup.
Mar 30, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found 7 live flies in dish area on piping and walls. 2 live flies on cabinet shelving in server station.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Open gallon of milk in walk in cooler not dated
Accumulation of black/pink mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease buildup on floor by fryers. Accumulated black debris under dish floor drain
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler fan covers soiled with dust. Exterior of fryers soiled with grease buildup.
Stored food not covered. Observed cut celery, diced tomatoes and raw chicken stored uncovered in walk in cooler
Oct 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 16, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate13 Basic
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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. Tested at 0ppm
Live, small flying insects found Observed 8 live flies on mop handle in mop sink area. 3 live flies flying in dish area. 7 live flies on red garden hose in mop area 7 live flies on server wall 6 live flies on cabinet in server station 1 live fly on dry storage wall 10 live flies wall at bar to right side of beer taps
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observe, open bag of chili, marinara sauce, corn, dogs, and milk, not dated with opening date in walk-in cooler
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed approximately 50 dead flies on fly tape in cup on dish area. Manager discarded cup and cleaned and sanitized area.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles and vents and dish area and kitchen soiled with accumulated dust
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease buildup under fryers on cook line
Food stored on floor. Observed pot with raw chicken on floor in walk-in cooler 1. Case of bread on color in walk in cooler 2.
Light not functioning. Observed multiple lights out throughout kitchen and dish area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Excessive grease build up on exterior of fryers, flat top grill and table under flat top grill. Walk in cooler racks soiled with mold like substance. Dust buildup on fan covers in walk in cooler 2.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of styrofoam cups and straws on floor in server area
Stored food not covered. Observed container of raw chicken wings in walk in cooler 1 not covered. Breaded mozzarella sticks, not covered in walk-in cooler number two
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls throughout dish and kitchen and prep areas soiled with accumulated dust and food debris
Mar 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Bottle of ompremrazol on cook line shelf. Employee removed
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken salad, cut tomatoes in walk in cooler not dated
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed opened employee drink on cook line shelf above make line. Employee removed
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed can of housemaid pickles, stored on shelf above chicken salad and walk in cooler
Food stored on floor. Case of chicken stored on floor in walk in cooler
Light not functioning. Observed multiple lights out in kitchen.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed reused, 5 gallon buckets, holding raw chicken in reach in cooler
Stored food not covered. Observe, corndogs, celery, and mozzarella sticks, not covered in walk in cooler
Dec 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak over case of Mac n cheese 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. Observed open bag of chili and walk cooler not dated, portion cheeses, opened gallon of milk and deli meats, not dated either.
Accumulation of black/pink mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine bin and guard
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Stacked cups in server station
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. In walk in cooler
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed to manager
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed raw chicken wings in 5 gallon buckets in reach in cooler
Stored food not covered. Breaded cheese sticks, raw beef, chili and cut tomatoes in walk in cooler not covered.
Mar 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. Observed employee handle soiled dished them grabbed plated food without washing hands. Manager coached employee
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2-1-2024
Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed can of freon for automotive use on shelf next to spices. Manager removed
Equipment in poor repair. Dish machine not testing properly. Machine was not actively being used.
Oct 28, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 18, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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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. Tested 0ppm. Manager will set up three compartment sink
Food stored in a container that previously held a toxic substance. See stop sale. Observed 5 gallon bucket of rinse aid storing raw chicken wings in reach in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At server station
No soap provided at handwash sink. At server station
Water with a temperature of at least 85f shut off at employee handwash sink. On cook line due to issues with faucet
Accumulation of black/pink mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine and bin
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall soiled in dish area, and server area
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