HUNGRY HOWIES PIZZA AND SUBS
6570 CENTRAL AVE, Saint Petersburg FL 33707 · 727-345-2020
Last inspected Jul 17, 2026 · 5 visits since October 2023
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4 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 8 rodent droppings in dry storage area used to store sauces and single service food containers, near walk in cooler and prep kitchen. Operator is aware that they have a rodent issue. Traps have been set and they have hired an exterminator.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Jul 17, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting boards throughout kitchen are heavily stained
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 employee health reporting agreements for employees Brooke, Dylan, Jeremy, and Juno. All were hired more than 60 days ago.
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. No proof of training for employees Brooke, Dylan, Jeremy, and Juno. None of whom were hired within the last 60 days.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -cutting boards throughout kitchen have grooves
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Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under equipment throughout kitchen.
Jul 16, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 10 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 8 rodent droppings in dry storage area used to store sauces and single service food containers, near walk in cooler and prep kitchen. Operator is aware that they have a rodent issue. Traps have been set and they have hired an exterminator.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -operator handled cellphone and continued engaging in food preparation without changing gloves and washing hands. Operator changed gloves and washed hands.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting boards throughout kitchen are heavily stained
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 employee health reporting agreements for employees Brooke, Dylan, Jeremy, and Juno. All were hired more than 60 days ago.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. -hand wash sink near kitchen entrance paper towel dispenser batteries are dead. Operator put out paper towels.
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. No proof of training for employees Brooke, Dylan, Jeremy, and Juno. None of whom were hired within the last 60 days.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -cutting boards throughout kitchen have grooves
Dead roaches on premises. -1 dead roach in lobby next to soda cooler
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under equipment throughout kitchen.
Screen in slatted window in water heater area torn- vermin present.
Dec 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting board on reach in deli cooler.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Grooved cutting board on reach in deli cooler.
Dec 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained with food debris.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn in reach in cooler.
Oct 4, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 23 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate16 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Tylenol next to oil spray.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Manager washed dishes without using sanitizer.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical air freshener and hand soap next to single service in back area. Lotion stored with salt n pepper
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements.
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. Cutting boards soiled with food debris. Chopper soiled Dough mixer soiled with food debris. Toppings reach in cooler interior soiled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. 2oz cup in blue cheese. Manager removed
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dusty ac vent.
Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Reach in cooler draining onto ground.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Employee chewing gum while preparing food.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Donuts on prep table
Equipment in poor repair. Walk-in door handle broken.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floor paint peeling
Food stored on floor. Bag of onions on the floor in walk-in.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple Gaskets have mold like substance. Squeeze bottles soiled. Dry stock shelves dusty Spray nozzle heavily soiled in three compartment sink.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Multiple employees drink in reach in coolers in kitchen.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. In walk-in cooler.
Utensils in poor condition. Dough roller missing spikes
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.