CRYSTAL BAY HOTEL
7401 CENTRAL AVENUE, Saint Petersburg FL 33710 · 727-914-7676
Last inspected Feb 9, 2026 · 5 visits since July 2023
JUL 23
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DEC 25
FEB 26
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4 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 15 rodent droppings behind stove/oven in breakfast dining area kitchen 4 rodent droppings in water heater closest in dining area 1 rodent dropping on top of bucket of chemical in kitchen across from 3 compartment sink Staff is in the process of cleaning all areas.
★ 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--2025090912 | Dec 9, 2025 | Jan 15, 2026 | $400 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Feb 9, 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
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Can of Raid on chemical storage rack in kitchen.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in open kitchen in dining room. Operator put paper towels out.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink in open kitchen in dining area. Operator attempted to turn back on, but it began leaking from pipe under sink.
Accumulation of dead insects in control devices. Operator cleaned up all traps.
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License displayed expired Feb 1 2026
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches on sticky trap in dish machine area 6 dead roaches on sticky trap behind AC equipment in kitchen 1 dead roach in sticky trap under 2 compartment sink in open kitchen in dining room. Operator cleaned up all traps.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand wash sink in open kitchen in dining room has water shut off. Operator attempted to turn back on, but it began leaking from pipe under sink.
Dec 9, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in unisex bathroom.
Open dumpster lid.
Dec 9, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 15 rodent droppings behind stove/oven in breakfast dining area kitchen 4 rodent droppings in water heater closest in dining area 1 rodent dropping on top of bucket of chemical in kitchen across from 3 compartment sink Staff is in the process of cleaning all areas.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by small kitchen in dining area. Operator put out paper towels.
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in unisex bathroom.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach under dish machine Operator removed and cleaned area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -behind breakfast buffet cabinetry
Open dumpster lid.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm, remade bucket and retested at 200PPM)
Sep 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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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. No plan posted. Educated and emailed plan to management.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle in kitchen. Employee labeled cleaner.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine soiled with mold like debris.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Top and door of dish machine soiled.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Personal food not labeled.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing in dish area under dish machine.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of blodgett oven soiled with burnt on food debris.
Open dumpster lid. Dumpster lids open.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container of white powder no label in kitchen.
Jul 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Carts blocking hand wash sink near dish machine
No handwash sink located in vending machine area where employees service bulk food machines.
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.