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1831 N HIGHLAND AVE STE 10, Clearwater FL 33755 · 727 447 6681
Last inspected Aug 3, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 21 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021008324 | Feb 1, 2021 | Apr 5, 2021 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. -Manager washed and rinsed food containers without sanitizing the containers. Manager cleaned triple sink compartments, set up triple sinks and rewashed, rinsed, sanitized food containers
Raw animal food ( raw chicken on tray) stored over or with ready-to-eat food ( precooked vegetables) in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged in back kitchen. Reviewed with the manager Manager rearranged food
Raw animal food ( raw shell eggs ) stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food ( cut cabbage) in walk in cooler. Manager rearranged food
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Opened cans stored inside hand wash sink opposite walk in cooler. Reviewed with manager hand wash sinks are for washing hands only. Manager relocated cans
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pork, egg rolls in walk in cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - walk in cooler shelves soiled - outer surface of reach in cooler doors at cook line. Employee cleaned and sanitized surfaces- corrected on site
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. -Drill stored next to can of baby corn and ketchup on shelf in dry storage area. Manager relocated drill
Stored food (sprouts, cooked pork, noodles ) not covered. In walk in cooler
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry near mop sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses at cook line Manager placed wet towels in sanitizer bucket
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor in the dishwashing area. Manager relocated the sanitizer bucket
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name in dry storage area. Manager labeled containers of salt, msg and cornstarch
Feb 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged in white freezer chest in food prep area and tall white freezer in back storage area. Reviewed with manager safe food storage.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - yellow cutting board has food debris in cracks of cutting board. Reviewed with manager
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. - can inside hand wash sink opposite walk in cooler. Reviewed with manager hand wash sinks are for washing hands only. Manager removed Heaney from hand sink
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee kick ball stored next to bulk containers of food ion dry storage shell. Manager relocated personal items
Food ( container of raw chicken) stored on floor in walk in cooler.
Stored food ( cut vegetables and cut meat) not covered in walk in cooler
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor in dishwashing area. Manager placed wiping bucket on top of an empty bucket
Yellow cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Aug 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food ( raw beef ) stored over or with unwashed produce ( unwashed celery ) in walk in cooler -raw chicken over sauce in walk in cooler
Raw animal food ( raw chicken on trays ) stored over or with ready-to-eat food ( cooked peas and carrots) in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Reviewed with manager
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris - Cutting board on salad prep station soiled with food buildup in cracks at cook line
Food ( buckets of sprouts )stored on floor in walk in cooler
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board at cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - heavily soiled shelves in walk in cooler
Stored food ( cut vegetables, cut raw and cooked meat ) not covered in walk in cooler
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Yellow cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at cook line
Feb 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented cans of baby corn and ketchup present in dry storage area. Manager serrated cans for return. See stop sale.
Raw animal food ( shell eggs) stored over or with unwashed produce in walk in cooler. Reviewed with manager
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times by meat grinder. Reviewed with manager hand wash sinks must be accessible at all times. Manager relocated equipment
Food ( container of shrimp, box of dry noodles ) stored on floor in walk in cooler. Reviewed with manager.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Maintenance tools stored next to can goods in storage area. Reviewed with operator. Operator relocated tools
Stored food ( sauces, cut vegetables, chicken, shrimp ) not covered in walk in cooler. Reviewed with manager safe food storage.
Dec 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Miralax on counter with food for restaurant.
Cooked seafood not reaching a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds. Cooked Shrimp on grill 139. Employee plus back on grill second temp 150.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs over cut cabbage in walk in cooler. Employee moved.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. out on counter chicken (62F - Cold Holding) Employee put in reach in cooler. Cook line garlic in oil (56F - Cold Holding); Put inside reach in cooler.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked time/temperature control for safety food.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Inside sugar and chicken. Employee moved
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Super under hand wash sink near back door.
Food stored on floor. Boxes of oil on floor
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Front white reach in cooler.
Mar 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 21 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate15 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored in cooler near front counter. Reviewed with manager. Medicine removed from cooler
Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Manager cleaned thermometer
Raw animal food ( raw chicken) stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.( bean sprouts, noodles ) in walk in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pork at 45 F on counter under 20 minutes - manager placed pork in reach in cooler. Recheck 40 F
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked meats in walk in cooler. Reviewed with manager.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable in dishwashing area. Reviewed with manager.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table next to container of broccoli. Reviewed with manager. Manager discarded drink.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public in walk in cooler. Reviewed with manager.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris at cook line
Food stored on floor in walk in cooler. Manager relocated food
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in food prep. area. Reviewed with manager.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment at cook line. Employee removed knife and placed in dish washing area to clean
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board in food prep area. Manager removed towels.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - soiled handles of reach in cooler at cookline - soiled walk in cooler shelves
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues in storage area. Reviewed with manager.
Stored food ( cooked meats, cut vegetables )not covered in walk in cooler
Utensils in poor condition. Vinegar container reused to make a scoop - not smooth and easily cleanable. Manager discarded
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in back kitchen area
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0 ppm chlorine in food prep area. Manager changed solution recheck 100 ppm chlorine
Jul 28, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed used as shelf in storage area
Jul 27, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate7 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 walked in from out side and began cooking food without washing hands - employee touched inside of trashcan and began cooking food without washing hands - reviewed with manager proper hand washing - manager explained to employees then employees washed hands properly
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Reviewed with the manager proper hand washing
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. - manager purchased correct kind of bleach at end of inspection
Nonfood-grade cardboard used in direct contact with food ( cooked chicken ) in back kitchen while cutting chicken on cutting board - reviewed with employee -employee removed cardboard
Raw animal food ( raw chicken) stored over or with ready-to-eat food ( dumplings ) in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged in back storage area - reviewed with manager
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. - empty can stored inside hand wash sink in back kitchen area - reviewed with manager hand wash sinks are for washing hands only and must be accessible at all times - manager removed can from hand wash sink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in food prep area - employee placed paper towels at hand wash sink - reviewed with manager hand wash sinks must be properly stocked at all times
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense sugar from bulk container - manager removed container
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public in freezer in storage area- reviewed with manager
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board in food prep area and cook line
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues in storage area
Stored food ( cut vegetables ) not covered in walk in cooler
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed used as shelf in storage area
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name for sugar in back storage area.
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.