DOWNTOWN PIZZA SPORTS BAR AND GRILL
428 CLEVELAND ST, Clearwater FL 33755 · 727-441-2226
Last inspected May 28, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
NOV 23
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 24 points off where it started.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. lasagna 44f, meat sauce 44f walk in cooler. Moved to colder area of cooler.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2016039998 | Jul 11, 2016 | Sep 22, 2016 | $400 |
| 3--2015020373 | Apr 1, 2015 | May 29, 2015 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
May 28, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - building up on trays for dish machine
May 19, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. 0 ppm chlorine - run 4 times. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Triple sink set up 200 ppm quaternary Manager scheduled service this day.
Raw animal food -Shrimp) stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food - shredded cheese in walk in cooler. Reviewed safe food storage with employee. Employee rearranged food
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Reviewed with manager.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on slicer at food prep table. Manager relocated phone
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in cook line and dish washing areas.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - building up on trays for dish machine
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser at bar. Manager relocated straws behind the bar
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0 ppm quaternary at cook line. Manager changed solution recheck 200 ppm quaternary
May 19, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in walk in coolers and long wall in kitchen
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in kitchen and inside walk in cooler.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Mar 11, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Garlic and oil 51 F n counter at cook line - ice bath melted - employee placed garlic and oil on ice. Recheck 41 F
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Strainer stored inside bar hand wash sink. Strainer relocated. Reviewed with manager hand wash sinks are for washing hands only
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.
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.
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Manager cleaned drop plate
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler opposite stove has insulation exposed and interior door is not smooth and easily cleanable
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in walk in coolers and long wall in kitchen
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in kitchen and inside walk in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses at cook line. Manager removed tongs
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues next to utility sink
Water leaking from pipe under the bar triple sink opposite taps at the bar. Manager to schedule plumbing service and placed a bucket under the link
Mar 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 19, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Inspector unable to issue license for change of ownership at licensing inspection for plan review
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Previous plans approved on 7/22/16 under previous ownership. Inspector observed an ice machine and 2 door reach-in freezer across from dish machine
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Procedures emailed to operator
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Over kitchen
Equipment in poor repair. Torn cooler gaskets on cook line
Feb 10, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Inspector unable to issue license for change of ownership at licensing inspection for plan review
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Previous plans approved on 7/22/16 under previous ownership. Inspector observed an ice machine and 2 door reach-in freezer across from dish machine
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Procedures emailed to operator
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Over kitchen
Equipment in poor repair. Torn cooler gaskets on cook line
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Nov 25, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 10 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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Inspector unable to issue license for change of ownership at licensing inspection for plan review
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. fresh garlic in oil (72F - Cold Holding) on cook line, discussed adding to time as a public health control, moved to deli cooler
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Previous plans approved on 7/22/16 under previous ownership. Inspector observed an ice machine and 2 door reach-in freezer across from dish machine
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Procedures emailed to operator
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Dry storage shelves
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Over kitchen
Equipment in poor repair. Torn cooler gaskets on cook line
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Pizza peels on top of pizza oven
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jan 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. #10 can sliced green olives.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. lasagna 44f, meat sauce 44f walk in cooler. Moved to colder area of cooler.
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.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl no handle in sugar used for portioning.
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. Sliced green olives dented on shelf with non dented items.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Hot water at Hand sink.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. I'm front of three compartment sink and in front of fryers.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sign next to three compartment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk in cooler.
Torn gaskets on pizza make table.
Nov 16, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture.
Jul 6, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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