GOING COASTAL DELI
10039 US HWY 19 N, Port Richey FL 34668 · 727-862-2298
Last inspected Jul 10, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. The operator renewed the license during the inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $360
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024049889 | Jun 27, 2024 | Oct 3, 2024 | $160 |
| 3--2018026050 | Feb 12, 2018 | Jun 6, 2018 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 10, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
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. Donna, Madison
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Operator turned all handles up.
Mar 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. The operator renewed the license during the inspection.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. The interior of the microwave was soiled with grease. The operator cleaned the interior of the microwave.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. The door frame of the reach in cooler is soiled with slime. The operator cleaned the door frame.
Sep 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 22, 2025Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ plan review needed, plans have been sent to Tallahassee
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/. Display cases added, fryers removed.
Jul 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 27, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In drawers under flat top grill, Raw pork over deli meats, pork moved to bottom drawer
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. butter (73F - Cold Holding) on counter in kitchen, removed from refrigeration 2 hours ago, discussed using time control.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler on cook line - cut cabbage (57F - Cold Holding); cut leafy greens (51F - Cold Holding)removed from refrigeration 2 hours prior. On top of pans in reach in cooler, moved to other cooler butter (73F - Cold Holding) on counter in kitchen, removed from refrigeration 2 hours ago, discussed using time control. Provided time as a public health control form for operator and discussed proper usage See stop sale
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Multiple eggs Benedict items on menu, no notation stating that eggs are undercooked. Operator put asterisk next to Eggs Benedict, reprinted menus, Consumer advisory has asterisk next to it.
No dishwashing facilities of any kind provided. Dish machine was removed for repairs. Has 2 compartment sink, Operator is using bus tub as 3rd compartment for sanitizer. Operator states that he will have dish machine or 3 compartment sink installed by tomorrow.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Battery in dispenser dead. Operator put pump soap at sink
Two-compartment sink used for warewashing. Dish machine was removed for repairs. Operator has 2 compartment sink, is using bus tub as 3rd compartment for sanitizer. Operator states that he will have dish machine or 3 compartment sink installed by tomorrow.
Dec 7, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 29, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 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 0 ppm, ran 3 more cycles, still 0 ppm. Operator will call for repair
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee eye glasses on cutting board, operator moved to counter
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee beverage in reach in cooler on cook line, moved to shelf
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed pineapple over ready to eat potatoes, cheese, operator moved to other cooler
Aug 2, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
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.