DESKGRUB
6657 49 ST N, Pinellas Park FL 33781
Last inspected May 22, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 46 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. fresh mozzarella (55F - Cold Holding)
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024013610 | Dec 14, 2023 | Jul 1, 2024 | $320 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
May 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 401 BELCHER RD, Clearwater — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - Cole slaw 44/45 F, milk 44/45 F in glass door cooler. Temperatures taken this day. Items moved to freezer for quick chill. Reviewed food storage to allow for air flow in the back interior of cooler Food moved to freezer for quick chill down coleslaw 38 F, milk 35 F.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses at cook line. Manger relocated tongs
Raw fruits/vegetables ( potatoes) not washed prior to preparation. Reviewed with manager. Manger cleaned potatoes
Apr 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 401 BELCHER RD, Clearwater — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 17, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
Recorded at 401 BELCHER RD, Clearwater — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Soda dispenser with ice bin and ice tea dispenser added to back room next to restrooms. Four reach in freezers located in the room. Additions added last week.
Jan 15, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 4 high priority.
Recorded at 401 BELCHER RD, Clearwater — this licence has since moved.
4 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged in back kitchen. Manager rearranged food
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef in reach in cooler opposite grill Manager rearranged food Emailed and reviewed the Safe Food Storage hand out to manager.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -milk at 50 F, half and half at 48 F in small cooler near register overnight - no temperatures taken this day. Manager discarded
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - milk at 50 F, half and half at 48 F in small cooler near register overnight - no temperatures taken this day. Manager discarded
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times due to large trashcan stored in front of hand wash sink in front line area. Reviewed with manager hand wash sinks must be accessible at all times. Trashcan relocated
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Soda dispenser with ice bin and ice tea dispenser added to back room next to restrooms. Four reach in freezers located in the room. Additions added last week.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit in small refrigerator in front line near register -Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid in back kitchen. Reviewed thawing methods with manager. Meats moved to reach in cooler
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses in front line area. Tongs moved to hot water above 135 F
Mar 19, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 401 BELCHER RD, Clearwater — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Reviewed with manager
Mar 18, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
Recorded at 401 BELCHER RD, Clearwater — this licence has since moved.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit at cook line. Reviewed with manager. Water replaced.
No proof of parasite destruction or aquaculture documentation for cold smoked salmon served raw or undercooked. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Mario hired more than 60 days. Reviewed with manager
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves in back kitchen. Reviewed with manager
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Reviewed with manager
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils- open employee cup on table next to steam table in front counter area. Reviewed with manager. Manager discarded drink
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Reviewed with manager
Nov 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 401 BELCHER RD, Clearwater — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Person in charge does not have CFM, 5 employees present during inspection
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Proof of training provided for two employees
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Rear prep room
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Between coolers at front counter
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw beef thawing at room temperature on speed rack, discussed proper methods with staff
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed produce over prepared sauces in prep room cooler
Apr 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 401 BELCHER RD, Clearwater — this licence has since moved.
6 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee put hair net on then proceeded to prepare food without washing hands, discussed proper hand washing with employee
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towels used on sheet tray with mushrooms stored on it, paper towels removed
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. raw chicken on top of raw lamb, raw chicken moved to bottom of lamb
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Server dropped off dirty dishes then made coffee for customer without washing hands, discussed proper hand washing with employee
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. fresh mozzarella (55F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. fresh mozzarella (55F - Cold Holding); shredded mozzarella cheese (48F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler next to pizza oven, shredded mozzarella cheese moved to bottom of cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer soiled
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employees put hair nets on
Food stored on floor. Fry oil on floor
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Grease receptacle on grass by dumpster
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in small refrigerator at front counter
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Bottles of employee water opened in reach in cooler, bottles of water removed
Dec 14, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded.
Recorded at 401 BELCHER RD, Clearwater — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. - trashcan in front of hand wash sink in front counter area - reviewed with manager hand wash sinks must be accessible at all times - manager relocated trash can
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. - pitcher inside front line hand wash sink - reviewed with manager hand wash sinks are for washing hands only - pitcher removed from hand wash sink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in dishwashing area - manager placed paper towels at hand wash 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 Andre hired 6 months, Anna hired 1 year, Jasmine hired 3 years.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory posted inside areas. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided consumer advisory to manager. Manager posted in the dining area
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers in the front line area
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation in front line area
Aug 25, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
Recorded at 401 BELCHER RD, Clearwater — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. Expired training 03/03/21
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.