CRISTINO'S RESTAURANT
1101 S FT HARRISON AVE, Clearwater FL 33756 · 727-443-4900
Last inspected Jun 10, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 10 live roaches by 2 compartment sink. 1 live roach in dry storage on soda boxes. 1 live roach in unused ice cream machine.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026027295 | Apr 8, 2026 | May 14, 2026 | $600 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jun 10, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 8, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach inside nonworking blast chiller in the back food prep area. Employee removed roach. Manager cleaned and sanitized area
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. More than 200pm changed rest strip from purple to water at front line area. Manager changed the solution. Recheck 100 ppm chlorine
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - soiled ice chute at front line beverage station
Dead roaches on premises. Two dead roaches on the floor near walk in cooler. Manager removed roaches, cleaned and sanitized the area
Equipment in poor repair. One of the walk in cooler door hinges is broken. Repair scheduled this day. Part is on order
Floor drain heavily soiled/has accumulation of debris.under handwashing sink at front line
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - heavily soiled gaskets on reach in coolers at cook line
Small reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Apr 9, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing throughout entire kitchen.
Apr 8, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 14 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 10 live roaches by 2 compartment sink. 1 live roach in dry storage on soda boxes. 1 live roach in unused ice cream machine.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Bruschetta (55F - Cold Holding), placed in freezer, second temp 42F mozzarella slices (65F - Cold Holding) at front pizza counter make table cut tomato (73F - Cold Holding) in reach at front pizza counter. Operator voluntarily discard. mozzarella balls (58F - Cold Holding) at make table across from cook line, second temp 58F. Operator added ice bags. shredded mozzarella (46F - Cold Holding) at make table across from cookline., second temp 48F. Operator added ice bags. stuffed cheese eggplant (47F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler across from cookline. Second temp 43F. cooked lentils (45F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler squid (44F - Cold Holding)in walk in cooler sausage (48F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler Operator moved items to reach in freezer and iced down.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Coffee pot cleaner stored next to cinnamon, sugar and tea on top of expresso machine.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda machine dispenser soiled. Counters under coffee machine at front counter soil. Interior of cooler. Can opener blade.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice in front hand sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing throughout entire kitchen.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach in walk in cooler on floor.
Equipment in poor repair. Front reach in cooler across from cookline not holding food cold.
Interior of oven and microwave on left has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave soiled with food debris, all ovens have build up of burnt on food debris.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient thermometer in reach in cooler on cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of mini fridge at front counter soiled with food debris.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Screen door open.
Jan 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Can opener blade and soda fountain machine accumulated with black substance.
Nov 19, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw salmon (45F - Cold Holding) first temp 1:52 second temp 40F at 2:35 pm sliced mozzarella (48F - Cold Holding) first temp 1:46 second temp 37F at 2:36pm
Can opener blade and soda fountain machine accumulated with black substance.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 5 employees with expired training.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator printed and posted
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing near threshold at back door.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife store between cardboard box on prep table.
Interior of microwave near front dessert counter has accumulation of food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease. Hood filters soiled with build up.
Apr 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee rinse hands in two-compartment sink without soap. Discussed with operator proper hand-hygiene techniques.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. From reach-in cooler on cooks line at 3:28pm. Operator placed items in ice. Rechecked temperatures a. feta cheese (45F - Cold Holding); 38f b. sliced tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding); 39f c. sliced ham (48F - Cold Holding) 38f
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. From steam table on cooks line at 3:58pm. Operator turned up temperature. Rechecked a. meat in tomato sauce (131F - Hot Holding) 168f
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee rinse hands in two-compartment sink. Discussed with operator proper hand-hygiene techniques.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach-in cooler is soiled with food buildup between cracks. Operator replaced cutting board during inspection.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Establishment has quaternary testing strips for chlorine dishmachine.
Carbon dioxide tanks not secured in dry-storage room.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor tiles missing in wait station area.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable in kitchen and wait station area.
Food stored on floor. Five gallon container of tomato sauce stored on floor underneath hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator removed tomato sauce from floor.
In-use knife/knives stored between reach-in cooler and prep table. Operator removed knives.
In-use tongs stored on equipment on oven door handle between uses. Operator removed tongs from oven door.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled gaskets on reach-in cooler doors on cooks line. Fan guards soiled with dust in walk-in cooler.
Reach-in cooler on cooks line interior have accumulation of soil residues.
Single-service articles stored below soap or paper towel dispenser exposing the items to drips from people's hands. Single-serve gloves stored on faucet of hand wash sink underneath paper towel dispenser exposed to drip. Employee removed gloves.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Single-serve spoons at ice cream cooler not presented with handle first.
Dec 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee touched face with gloves and engaged in food prep without changing gloves. Manager spoke with employee who then removed gloves, washed hands and put new gloves on.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - ice chute mold like substance in front beverage station. Reviewed with manager. Manager took ice dispenser apart and cleaned the ice chute during the inspection
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Ice cubes inside hand wash sink in front line area. Reviewed with manager hand wash sinks are for washing hands only
Food ( bag of flour) stored on floor in back kitchen near mixer. Manager relocated bag of flour - corrected on site - coolers with ice stored inside on the floor in the front line area
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine in kitchen. Reviewed with manager
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food in walk in cooler. Reviewed with manager. Manager rearranged food
Apr 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate11 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. Observed staff using cash register, then proceeded to scoop gelato without washing hands or putting on gloves
Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Staff at pizza station observed pong hands on clothing, then proceeded to remove pizza from oven without washing hands. Same individual then put on gloves without washing hands
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. mozzarella (67F - Cold Holding) cooler at pizza station, staff reduced quantity and added ice bath. cheesecake (49F - Cold Holding) at front counter cooler, operator voluntarily discarded
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Tray of pasta on top of hand sink in kitchen, removed
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink on cook line, replaced
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cooler handles soiled on cook line
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cook line
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Dry storage room
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Over cook line
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in sugar bin
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of broiler on cook line soiled
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooler gaskets soiled
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Coffee filters above espresso maker no covered
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed tomatoes over sliced eggplant in walk-in cooler
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 200ppm, corrected 100ppm
Oct 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. #10 can of black olives dented at seam on shelf in dry-storage near dish area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Operator unable to determine the time when 12 Raw shell eggs on top of prep table near floor mixer were removed from walk-in cooler. Operator discarded raw shell eggs.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At 12:30pm reach-in cooler on cook line. Pooled raw shell eggs (68F - Cold Holding) Operator placed item in ice bath.. Re temp at 1:00pm a. Pooled raw shell eggs 39f.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At 12:48pm steam table next to flat top grill chicken broth (130F - Hot Holding) Operator turned temperature up on steam table. Re temp at 1:15pm a. Chicken broth 173f
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. Emailed operator clean-up plan poster.
No proof provided that food employees dishwasher and hostesses are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed operator employee health reporting agreement.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. cutting board on reach-in cooler on cook line. Operator replaced cutting board.
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. #10 can of black olives dented at seam on dry-storage shelf near dish area. Operator removed # 10 can of black olives from shelf.
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