GULFSIDE TAP ROOM PIZZA AND WINGS
1719 DREW ST, Clearwater FL 33755 · 859-808-0726
Last inspected Aug 4, 2026 · 7 visits since May 2024
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4 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. marinara (129F - Hot Holding); meatballs (131F - Hot Holding)
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $520
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024049905 | Jul 8, 2024 | Sep 19, 2024 | $520 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Cutting board in food prep area soiled with food build up in cracks at cook line.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Per person in charge, cutting board is on order to be delivered by the following week
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit ( walk in cooler) with food to be served to customers.Employee relocated employee drink to employee storage container
Unwashed fruits/vegetables ( whole onions ) stored with ready-to-eat food ( bag of salami) in walk in cooler. Employee rearranged food
Dec 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products for cold food -Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
Food-contact surface ( cutting boards ) soiled with food debris in cracks in food prep area. Employee reversed cutting board. Employee in the process of cleaning and sanitizing cutting board at pizza make table - one area has a stain. Two cutting boards at cook line also stained and soiled
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled on storage shelf in storage area. Employee labeled spray bottle
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public in walk in cooler. Employee placed employee food inside a designated container and labeled container employee food
Unwashed fruits/vegetables ( bag of onions) stored with ready-to-eat food ( packages of pepperoni) in walk in cooler. Employee rearranged food.
Oct 27, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedLicensing Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 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/ Unable to issue a license until plans have been approved and verified. Reviewed with operator
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/. Plans on record are different : Storage area added with cooler and freezer, one of the bathrooms were removed, stove added to cook line, prep area added near walk in cooler. Operator agrees to lock the door separating bar from the food service establishment.
Only means for public to access the bathroom is through a food storage area - single door cooler, double door freezer and dry storage area.
Jul 15, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Unable to issue a license until plans have been approved and verified. Reviewed with operator
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/. Plans on record are different : Storage area added with cooler and freezer, one of the bathrooms were removed, stove added to cook line, prep area added near walk in cooler. Operator agrees to lock the door separating bar from the food service establishment.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable in the side area of walk in cooler to the exit door
Only means for public to access the bathroom is through a food storage area - single door cooler, double door freezer and dry storage area.
May 9, 2025Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 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/ Unable to issue a license until plans have been approved and verified. Reviewed with operator
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/. Plans on record are different : Storage area added with cooler and freezer, one of the bathrooms were removed, stove added to cook line, prep area added near walk in cooler. Operator agrees to lock the door separating bar from the food service establishment.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Reviewed with employee.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable in the side area of walk in cooler to the exit door
Only means for public to access the bathroom is through a food storage area - single door cooler, double door freezer and dry storage area.
Jul 8, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. marinara (129F - Hot Holding); meatballs (131F - Hot Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Meatballs and marinara in steam table began reheat at 10:30am. 3:45pm: marinara (129F - Hot Holding); meatballs (131F - Hot Holding). Discussed proper reheating methods with staff
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. marinara (129F - Hot Holding); meatballs (131F - Hot Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Staff unable to provide proof of Food Manager certification
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. Staff unable to provide proof of employee training
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on prep table, removed
Hole in or other damage to wall. Behind triple sink
May 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. marinara (129F - Hot Holding); meatballs (131F - Hot Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Meatballs and marinara in steam table began reheat at 10:30am. 3:45pm: marinara (129F - Hot Holding); meatballs (131F - Hot Holding). Discussed proper reheating methods with staff
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. marinara (129F - Hot Holding); meatballs (131F - Hot Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Staff unable to provide proof of Food Manager certification
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Staff unaware of test kit location
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. Staff unable to provide proof of employee training
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Lasagna in walk-in cooler prepared over 24 hours not dated
A minimum of one bathroom facility is not available for public use.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on prep table, removed
Hole in or other damage to wall. Behind triple sink
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. On oven door handle, removed
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.