CHOP N SMASH SHACK
706 DREW STREET, Clearwater FL 33755 · 727-558-1363
Last inspected — · 6 visits since May 2025
MAY 25
NOV 25
APR 26
≈ ERRATIC
3 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Waste water draining onto ground on the outside of the food truck
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025087640 | Nov 12, 2025 | Feb 12, 2026 | $600 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Apr 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses for Marcus hired less than 3 weeks. Document reviewed and signed by employee
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.hand wash sign posted
Jan 12, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 17, 2025Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 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.Operator began cooking on grill without washing hands.
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. John hired over 2 months ago
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Nov 13, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 10 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate3 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.Operator began cooking on grill without washing hands.
Establishment operating with no potable running water. No hot or cold water in handwashing sink or Triple sink, establishment open and operating.Operator filled water tank. Hot and cold water available inside mobile food truck
Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Waste water draining onto ground on the outside of the food truck
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Refrigerator located in front of handwashing sink leaving a small area to allow for use
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink, Operator placed paper towels at handwashing sink
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. John hired over 2 months ago
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash. Observed paper towel dispenser above reach in cooler at the cook line.
Water draining onto floor surface from leaking pipe under hand wash sink
Nov 12, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 15 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority5 Intermediate6 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.Operator began cooking on grill without washing hands.
Establishment operating with no potable running water. No hot or cold water in handwashing sink or Triple sink, establishment open and operating.Operator filled water tank. Hot and cold water available inside mobile food truck
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.Operator uses laundry liquid bleach.
Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Waste water draining onto ground on the outside of the food truck
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Refrigerator located in front of handwashing sink leaving a small area to allow for use
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink, Operator placed paper towels at handwashing sink
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. John hired over 2 months ago
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash. Observed paper towel dispenser above reach in cooler at the cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed water stored on floor
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Water draining onto floor surface from leaking pipe under hand wash sink
May 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 8341 RIDGE RD, Port Richey — this licence has since moved.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
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/
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs stored over mustard. Operator rearranged to gain compliance
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 purchased sanitizer during inspection
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles on cook line not labeled with common name. Discussed the need to label all food removed from its original container container
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.