GREEN LIGHT LOUNGE + KITCHEN
225 2ND AVE N, Saint Petersburg FL 33701
Last inspected Jul 10, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
AUG 23
APR 24
NOV 24
APR 25
APR 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found 2 live flies next to triple sink at open air bar
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 10, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
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 plans on file from 2022 through OnBase. The current kitchen layout does not match the plans on file. New equipment was added, and other equipment was moved to different areas of the kitchen Equipment currently observed under the Hood System during the inspection: Two fryers, One 2a'burner/oven/flat top unit, prep table with a grill stored on top. Added equipment observed: A black deep freezer next to the reach in deli cooler. A stand alone stainless steel reach in freezer placed between the dry storage rack and the mop sink. A dough machine stored on top of the prep table near the mop sink area. Additional Refrigeration observed across from walk in cooler area: refrigeration with freezer, white deep freezer.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting on reach in deli cooler. Green cutting board stored on prep table next to reach in cooler.
Apr 23, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shelled eggs stored above unwashed produce inside walk in cooler. Item moved to bottom shelf of rack.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed the person in charge a Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (DBPR HR 5030-104) form during the inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting boards on reach in deli cooler stained yellow.
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 plans on file from 2022 through OnBase. The current kitchen layout does not match the plans on file. New equipment was added, and other equipment was moved to different areas of the kitchen Equipment currently observed under the Hood System during the inspection: Two fryers, One 2a¿¿burner/oven/flat top unit, prep table with a grill stored on top. Added equipment observed: A black deep freezer next to the reach in deli cooler. A stand alone stainless steel reach in freezer placed between the dry storage rack and the mop sink. A dough machine stored on top of the prep table near the mop sink area. Additional Refrigeration observed across from walk in cooler area: refrigeration with freezer, white deep freezer.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting on reach in deli cooler. Green cutting board stored on prep table next to reach in cooler.
Apr 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found 2 live flies next to triple sink at open air bar
Nov 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies in dining room not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Pesticide emitting strip behind bar near hand wash sink. Manager removed.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over ready to eat condiments in single door upright reach in cooler by mop sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage on reach in cooler in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil stored on floor below double door oven in kitchen.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee beverage stored in single door upright reach in cooler by mop sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Apr 16, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine behind bar has mold like substances.
Apr 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority7 Intermediate7 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 16 live flies in bar area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 1 live fly in men's restroom. 11 flies were killed, removed and area was sanitized.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored over butter in single door upright cooler in kitchen.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Employee stocked paper towels.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Employee stocked soap.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottles behind bar containing toxic substances and not properly labeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine behind bar has mold like substances.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dumpster overflowing garbage.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee candy stored above prep table in kitchen. Employee removed.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Ice scoop handle touching ice in ice machine behind bar.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Double door oven in kitchen has built up food debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in women's restroom.
Oct 10, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded.
0 High priority6 Intermediate3 Basic
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Sandwich press in kitchen has built up food debris. Slicer in rear of kitchen has built up food debris.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
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.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tank outside walk in cooler not properly secured.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave oven in kitchen has built up food debris.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Aug 8, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority6 Intermediate7 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly outside restrooms not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on 02/01/2023.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 1 dead fly on bar by garage door opening area. Bartender removed and sanitized the area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs over ready-to-eat cooked meatballs. Employee stored correctly.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken on steam table at 124 F. Employee put on cook top and reheated to 168 F.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Sandwich press in kitchen has built up food debris. Slicer in rear of kitchen has built up food debris.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
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.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tank outside walk in cooler not properly secured.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks on shelf above prep table. Employee removed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone, deodorant and glasses stored above prep table in kitchen. Employee stored properly.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee engaged in food preparation in kitchen with no hair restraint.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave oven in kitchen has built up food debris.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Open dumpster lid.
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.