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13090 GANDY BLVD, Saint Petersburg FL 33702 · 727-317-5751
Last inspected Aug 13, 2026 · 16 visits since November 2023
APR 25
AUG 25
FEB 26
JUN 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 18 live flies in outdoor bar area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. Manager put fans on bar and pushed bee out of bar area. 1 live fly in food prep area nearest the dish washing 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 · $1,600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021035527 | Jun 29, 2021 | Oct 19, 2021 | $800 |
| 3--2021016768 | Apr 6, 2021 | May 19, 2021 | $400 |
| 3--2016043841 | Aug 16, 2016 | Oct 20, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
16 visits, newest first
Aug 13, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Aug 12, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 9 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
5 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. 4 live flying insects near floor fan refrigerator room
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 6 droppings on floor left side of cook line cook line 1 dropping at porch fire bbq smoker 1 dropping at new structure prep under sink.
Rodent rub marks present along walls/ceilings. Near cook line above cook line ventilation system left side.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Deli cooler right side near steam rice shrimp ceviche (50F - Cold Holding) Moved into chest freezer during inspection
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Was 500 + ppm now 200 ppm
oyster tags not marked with last date served.
1 Dead roach on premises. Back storage area near large fan 1 dead roach prep back storage reach in freezer.
Outdoor ice machine with no overhead protection.
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Establishment has a hole in the wall size of a baseball in the area of bbq pit
Jun 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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. 21 pieces of mahi found in walk in cooler fully thawed
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the all 3 ice machine/bin inside prep 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. 21 pieces of mahi
Apr 14, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 24, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 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/. Observed fully enclosed building with walls and ceiling at server station will have ice, dressings.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage water on expo line beside clean dishes. Employee moved
Feb 11, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pull out drawer under grill white fish (63F - Cold Holding); raw burger (56F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (55F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar cheese (56F - Cold Holding) Was Unplugged Moved all items to reach in freezer. Tried to retemp
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cooking whisk inside hand wash sink near expo line. Employee moved
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/. Observed fully enclosed building with walls and ceiling at server station will have ice, dressings.
oyster tags not marked with last date served in a small bin top of expo area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage water on expo line beside clean dishes. Employee moved
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Expo line Bottom shelf. Cut tomatoes resting inside water.
Oct 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 11, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee touched soiled dishes changed gloves no hand wash at service station
Employee handled soiled dish at service station and then touched clean utensils without washing hands.
Employee used the bathroom and then engaged in food preparation or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands upon returning to employee area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 29 pieces of ahi tuna fully thawed. No hole. Employee discarded
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. During inspection observed three compartment sink in dish pit 500+ ppm employee replaced now 200ppm.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bar hand wash sink blocked by shaker tops. Employee moved. Strainer inside hand wash sink at grill. Employee brought to dish pit.
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/. Back manager office per plans was retail space now has 5 reach in white freezer have been added. Per plans service station and ice machine deck. Walk in freezer container added in between satellite kitchen and dishwasher area and Beach Cabana area with Point of sale area.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket beside ice machine at service station not inverted
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. 29 pieces of ahi tuna fully thawed. No hole. Employee discarded
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. During inspection observed avocados in deli cooler with all stickers on
Apr 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. DM chlorine 0 ppm Dan a few times. Now 50 ppm.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
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. reach in cooler at prep area. 35 ROP tuna 5 packages cubed tuna Thawing Vacuum Packaged Fish 3.20.25
Stored food not covered. All food at bar inside small bowl not covered for drinks. Employee covered during inspection
Feb 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority7 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. cooked brisket 24 hours ago (54F - Cooling) in walk-in cooler 24 hours ago did not reach 135f-41f within 6 hours.
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Two 6lb cans of crushed pineapples is dented at seam on dry-storage shelf. 46oz of can of clam juice is dented at seam.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee cutting undercooked tuna then touching clean equipment without removing gloves and washing hands. Discussed with operator proper hand-hygiene techniques.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored above ready-to-eat sandwiches in reach-in cooler on cooks line. Operator placed raw shell eggs on below sandwiches.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. From reach-in cooler at expo area at 12:27pm. a. cut lettuce (56F - Cold Holding) From cooks line at 12:34pm fish batter (67F - Cold Holding) Discussed time as a public health control as an option.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. butter (77F - Hot Holding) on prep table on cooks line. From expo line at 12:36pm a. cooked potatoes (99fF - Hot Holding) Discussed with operator utilizing Time As A Public Health Control.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. cooked brisket 24 hours ago (54F - Cooling) in walk-in cooler 24 hours ago did not reach 135f-41f within 6 hours.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach-in cooler at expo area is stained. Meat slicer on prep table in prep area used more than 4 hours ago soiled with food debris.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ahi tuna not identified on menu as being served raw/undercooked on menu and QR menu.
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.
Two squeeze bottles containing soap not labeled. Located at hand wash sink on cooks line and warewashing area. Operator labeled bottles soap.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water at hand wash sink on cooks line reading 78f. Operated hot water for 5 minutes.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Glass bowl without handle stored in container of flour on cooks line. Single-serve bowl without handle stored in container of rice on bottom shelf of prep table. Operator removed item.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment on cooks line. Operator removed knife.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour removed from original packaging and stored in container on cooks line is not labeled.
Apr 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 18 live flies in outdoor bar area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. Manager put fans on bar and pushed bee out of bar area. 1 live fly in food prep area nearest the dish washing area not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee in kitchen engaged in food preparation with no beard guard.
Open dumpster lid.
Mar 27, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 21 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority6 Intermediate11 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine in ware washing is sanitizing at 0 ppm chlorine. Dish machine in far tiki bar sanitizing at 0 ppm chlorine.
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Dish washer goes from dirty dishes to clean dishes without washing hands.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 18 live flies in outdoor bar area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. Manager put fans on bar and pushed bee out of bar area. 1 live fly in food prep area nearest the dish washing area not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In double door upright reach-in cooler near walkin cooler: liquid eggs (45F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (45F - Cold Holding); butter (45F - Cold Holding) In low boy cooler in kitchen: shredded cheese (49F - Cold Holding); mahi (50F - Cold Holding); grouper (50F - Cold Holding) In reach-in cooler in kitchen nearest steam well: cooked beans (45F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (45F - Cold Holding
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Cooked onions cooling while covered. Manager removed cover.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener on prep table nearest the dish machine is soiled with food debris. Cutting boards in kitchen have built up food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times Hand wash sink in ware washing area blocked by trash can.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen in between coolers.
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen in between coolers.
Wild bird present inside establishment. Birds present in outdoor dining area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machines in ware washing area has mold like substances.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
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 and mahi thawing in walkin cooler but not removed from reduced oxygen packaging.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage on prep table above clean dishes in warehouse washing area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on prep table in food prep area nearest dish washing machine. Manager removed.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee in kitchen engaged in food preparation with no beard guard.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employees engaging in food preparation with no hair restraints in prep area nearest dish area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach-in coolers in kitchen have built up food debris.
Open dumpster lid.
Nov 29, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 6, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on reach-in coolers in kitchen have built up food debris.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Luz Rodriguez 08/27/2018 All other Certified Food Managers are expired as well. Class set up for next week.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap on exterior door between ice machines in ware washing area.
Nov 1, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 32 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority3 Intermediate22 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Bottle of aspirin stored with food under prep table in middle storage area. Employee removed.
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine currently sanitizing at 0 ppm chlorine. Sanitization will be conducted in three compartment sink at 200 ppm quaternary.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly in storage area across from office not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 1 live fly in kitchen not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 2 live bees in outdoor bar area nearest the kitchen not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs over half and half and raw beef over bread in walkin cooler.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 6 rodent droppings in food storage area outside of kitchen. Employee removed and sanitized the area. 2 rodent droppings in unused soda gun holster in bar nearest the kitchen. Employee removed and sanitized the area.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Dish washer went from scraping dirty dishes to putting away clean dishes with no hand wash in between.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On prep table in kitchen: potatoes (100F - Hot Holding) Manager discarded. Discussed Time as a Public Health Control and emailed paperwork.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on reach-in coolers in kitchen have built up food debris.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Luz Rodriguez 08/27/2018 All other Certified Food Managers are expired as well. Class set up for next week.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine sanitizing test strips for dish machine.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in ware washing area has mold like substance.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. 18 dead and trapped flies in light control device on wall of middle prep area. Employee removed.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Door stuck on floor not allowing self closing.
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 steaks thawed in reduced oxygen packaging in walkin cooler have not had packaging scored.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage on prep table in kitchen. Employee removed.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food stored above food to be served to the public in reach-in cooler in middle prep area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Purses and keys stored on food prep table in middle preparation area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet nesting on pots and pans in ware washing area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap on exterior door between ice machines in ware washing area.
Food stored on floor. Pancake and waffle syrup and chicken broth stored on floor of prep area in room before office. Soda cans stored on floor of storage area near office.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up in chest freezer outside of kitchen door.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives in ware washing area stored between dish rack and the wall. Manager removed. Knife and spatula in between equipment in kitchen.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle of scoop for flour bin underneath oven not stored with handle above the flour. Manager stored correctly.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Toaster oven in kitchen has built up food debris. Smoker outside of kitchen has built up food debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign at hand wash sink in ware washing area. No hand wash sign at hand wash sink in kitchen.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stuck on clean pots and pans in ware washing area.
Open dumpster lid.
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - droppings present. Screen in smoker area by mop sink is torn.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Men's bathroom self-closing on bathroom disconnected.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Clean silverware in ware washing area stored with food contact surface upright. Manager corrected.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Plastic cups stored on floor of rear storage area by office. Cups and lids stored on floor of dry goods outdoor storage area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of flour underneath prep table with slicer and microwave oven in middle prep area 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.