ESTATE/COPPER SHAKER
169 1 AVE N, Saint Petersburg FL 33701 · 727-999-4293
Last inspected May 19, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections within 23 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects found 3 live flies observed flying around speed rack next to hand sink in prep area. Not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $680
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023015670 | Jan 10, 2023 | Jul 24, 2023 | $200 |
| 3--2018064209 | Nov 29, 2018 | Feb 12, 2019 | $160 |
| 3--2014052220 | Nov 7, 2014 | May 21, 2015 | $320 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
May 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on 2/1/2026. Eastablishment is open and operating with employees present preparing food during the inspection. Discussed with person in charge and the license was paid during the inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting board stored on preparation table stained yellow. Can opener blade soiled with dried food debris.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Spoon stored inside hand sink next to preparation table. Spoon removed and discussed with the person in charge.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing at hand sink next to preparation table. Paper towels placed at hand sink.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of all ice machines heavily soiled with black mold like substance. Discussed with person in charge.
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in freezer door.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing at hand sink next to ice machines.
Feb 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Reduced Oxygen Packaged items: 10- 2 Lb 5 oz bags- KimChee date 11/10 1- 1 Lb 6 oz raw beef steak labeled 11/8 3- 1 lb of raw ribeye scrap beef with no date 1- 4 lb 10 oz packet of raw ground sausage dated 10/30 1- 3 lb Cook Pork
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting board on reach in deli cooler on cook line.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Plastic strainers stored in hand sink in bar area. Items removed.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Establishment currently conducting Reduced Oxygen Packaging of raw and cooked meats.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License posted in office expired 2/1/2021.
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in freezer door.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Built up on walk in freezer door frame.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. ROP food items stored inside walk in cooler: 10- 2 Lb 5 oz bags- KimChee date 11/10 1- 1 Lb 6 oz raw beef steak labeled 11/8 3- 1 lb of raw ribeye scrap beef with no date 1- 4 lb 10 oz packet of raw ground sausage dated 10/30 1- 3 lb Cook Pork
Dec 4, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found 3 live flies observed flying around speed rack next to hand sink in prep area. Not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Reduced Oxygen Packaged items: 10- 2 Lb 5 oz bags- KimChee date 11/10 1- 1 Lb 6 oz raw beef steak labeled 11/8 3- 1 lb of raw ribeye scrap beef with no date 1- 4 lb 10 oz packet of raw ground sausage dated 10/30 1- 3 lb Cook Pork
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting board on reach in deli cooler on cook line.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Plastic strainers stored in hand sink in bar area. Items removed.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Asterisk missing on Seared Spicy Tuna that leads the customer to the consumer advisory. Employee manually write a star on 22 menus in establishment.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Establishment currently conducting Reduced Oxygen Packaging of raw and cooked meats.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License posted in office expired 2/1/2021.
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in freezer door.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Built up on walk in freezer door frame.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. ROP food items stored inside walk in cooler: 10- 2 Lb 5 oz bags- KimChee date 11/10 1- 1 Lb 6 oz raw beef steak labeled 11/8 3- 1 lb of raw ribeye scrap beef with no date 1- 4 lb 10 oz packet of raw ground sausage dated 10/30 1- 3 lb Cook Pork
Apr 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found 1 live fly landing on food - landing on octopus on cutting board - employee discarded food. 1 live fly landing on empty plastic bin at prep table.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bar hand wash sink being used as a dump sink. Educated
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Food stored on floor. Bucket of raw chicken on floor of walk in freezer
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Apr 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Water treatment device above mop sink dated 03/14/2007.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tank behind main bar not properly secured.
Ceiling tile missing in rear storage area near mop sink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Double door oven on cook line has built up food debris.
Dec 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate11 Basic
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Fish packaged in the establishment using a reduced oxygen method not bearing a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener on prep table has built up food debris.
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/
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.
Reduced oxygen packaged food lacking bold type on contrasting background, or other required information. Reduced oxygen packaging of proteins not labeled with date and time in walk in cooler.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Water treatment device above mop sink dated 03/14/2007.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine nearest the office has mold like substances.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tank behind main bar not properly secured.
Ceiling tile missing in rear storage area near mop sink.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets by ice machines not inverted for protection. Manager stored correctly.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on handle of food cart. Manager removed.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Double door oven on cook line has built up food debris.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Establishment is vacuum sealing proteins other than fish without a HAACP plan and not removing within 48 hours.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Tempura batter removed from its original container and not labeled.
May 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly by dish machine not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on reach in cooler have built up food debris.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machines in hallway have mold like substances.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets by ice machines not inverted for protection.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Double door oven in kitchen has built up food debris.
Open dumpster lid.
Dec 14, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker on threaded hose bib of mop sink.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Water filters in mop sink dated 3/11/07.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of 3 ice machines in rear hallway have mold like debris.
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tiles missing in mop sink area.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Tuna thawing under refrigeration in oxygen reduced packaging without scoring of packaging.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on reach in cooler in kitchen has grooved cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Cooking grease condensation on walls of kitchen.
Oct 10, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 23 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate15 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Dented can white beans, 49 ounces, not segregated. Dented can of soy sauce, 80 ounces, not segregated.
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Manager touched cheese. Cheese was not to be heated to 145 F.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On steam well: cooked chicken (113F - Hot Holding) Manager heated chicken to 209 F. Hot holding at 177 F.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker on threaded hose bib of mop sink.
Cook-chill or sous vide reduced oxygen packaged food held more than 48 hours not labeled or with a label that lacks required information. Beef vacuum sealed on site, souse vide and chilled no labeling information.
Reduced oxygen packaged food lacking bold type on contrasting background, or other required information. Beef and chicken are vacuum sealed on site and no labeling on packages.
Temperature not monitored, not recorded and/or the records not maintained for 6 months during cooling process of cook-chill/sous vide reduced oxygen packaged food. Beef vacuum sealed on site, souse vide and chilled no labeling information. Held longer than 48 hours.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Water filters in mop sink dated 3/11/07.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of 3 ice machines in rear hallway have mold like debris.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl with no handle used to dispense flour.
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tiles missing in mop sink area.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Tuna thawing under refrigeration in oxygen reduced packaging without scoring of packaging.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on reach in cooler in kitchen has grooved cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. Dented can white beans, 49 ounces, not segregated. Dented can of soy sauce, 80 ounces, not segregated. Both cans on dry good storage shelf.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on cutting board of reach in cooler in kitchen. Employee removed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee on cook line engaged in food preparation with no hair restraint.
Food stored on floor. Mole stored in floor of walk in cooler. Beef and ice bags on floor of walk in freezer. Manager stored properly.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Cooking grease condensation on walls of kitchen.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on cart handle in kitchen. Manager stored properly.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Open dumpster lid.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of flour in hallway removed from original packaging and not labeled.
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.