ISLAND TASTES
1188 KAPP DR, Clearwater FL 33765 · 727-441-1843
Last inspected May 28, 2026 · 19 visits since August 2023
APR 25
MAY 25
FEB 26
APR 26
MAY 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 8 live roaches inside center non-working ovens at cook line, 9 egg casings inside non-working oven,, 1 egg casing inside non-working reach in cooler by double sink
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,700
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024041078 | Jun 18, 2024 | Nov 25, 2024 | $300 |
| 3--2023003145 | Dec 14, 2022 | May 16, 2023 | $200 |
| 3--2018062985 | Dec 3, 2018 | Feb 22, 2019 | $400 |
| 3--2016002719 | Dec 10, 2015 | Feb 16, 2016 | $800 |
Inspection history
19 visits, newest first
May 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 18, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 1535 GULF TO BAY BLVD, Clearwater — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - soiled deli slicer in deli area
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in freezer door damaged
Floors not maintained smooth and durable in food storage room near cook line
Food buckets of sauerkraut stored on floor in storage room in the back kitchen. Employee rearranged food
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Apr 16, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 3 high priority.
Recorded at 1535 GULF TO BAY BLVD, Clearwater — this licence has since moved.
3 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over Raw ground beef in walk in cooler near walk in freezer. Employee rearranged food
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Frozen raw chicken stored over raw beef in walk in freezer not all in original packages. Employee rearranged food
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 62 F butter packets on counter in expo area under 3 hours. Manager placed butter packets in freezer for quick chill down. Discussed with manager time as a public health option.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - soiled deli slicer in deli area
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Expired CFM training for Rosemary Burns issued 1/12/21 Malgorzats Rysavy issued 1/12/21 both training expired 1/12/26. There are no other certified food managers
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked meats, cooked vegetables, cheese, cut vegetables in walk in cooler
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine - accumulation of black mold like substance inside ice bin in bar area
Dead roaches on premises. -2 dead roaches in the room used to store unused equipment. Manager removed dead roaches and cleaned and sanitized area
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in freezer door damaged
Floors not maintained smooth and durable in food storage room near cook line
Food buckets of sauerkraut stored on floor in storage room in the back kitchen. Employee rearranged food
Food-contact ( interior of ice machine ) surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Exposed wood on the interior of the ice machine
Interior of ovens has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - soiled outer oven handle with grease
Single-service articles ( boxes of straws ) improperly stored in the bar area
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Garden tool stored near bag of potatoes in storage room in the back kitchen
Stored food not covered in walk in cooler
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked.in deli area For reporting purposes only.
Feb 24, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 1535 GULF TO BAY BLVD, Clearwater — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Cutting board on cook line has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets in walk in freezer and cooler. Walk in freezer door sheet metal peeling.
Exterior door in storage area and dishwashing areas has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Ice buildup in doorway of walk-in freezer.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Feb 12, 2026Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
Recorded at 1535 GULF TO BAY BLVD, Clearwater — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 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 run 4 times, 0ppm for chlorine. Employee set up triple sink with chlorine measuring 50ppm.
Cutting board on cook line has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets in walk in freezer and cooler. Walk in freezer door sheet metal peeling.
Exterior door in storage area and dishwashing areas has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Ice buildup in doorway of walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease. Heavy accumulation of grease on sides of cooking equipment on cook line.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Feb 12, 2026■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 10 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
Recorded at 1535 GULF TO BAY BLVD, Clearwater — this licence has since moved.
3 High priority1 Intermediate6 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 run 4 times, 0ppm for chlorine. Employee set up triple sink with chlorine measuring 50ppm.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 8 live roaches inside center non-working ovens at cook line, 9 egg casings inside non-working oven,, 1 egg casing inside non-working reach in cooler by double sink
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees. Items placed in cooler at 11:00: cooked chicken (46F- Cold Holding) first temp 2:00, second temp 38F at 2:45; cooked pasta (45F - Cold Holding) first temp 2:00, second temp 41F at 2:45, cucumber salad (44F - Cold Holding) first temp 2:00, second temp 41F at 2:45.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris and grease. Interior of freezer in storage room. Interior of microwave on cook line. Deli slicer in deli area. Heavy grease accumulation under shelf above steam table on cook line. Cutting board stained and heavily soiled on cook line.
Cutting board on cook line has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets in walk in freezer and cooler. Walk in freezer door sheet metal peeling.
Exterior door in storage area and dishwashing areas has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Ice buildup in doorway of walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease. Heavy accumulation of grease on sides of cooking equipment on cook line.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Feb 11, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 25 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
Recorded at 1535 GULF TO BAY BLVD, Clearwater — this licence has since moved.
5 High priority6 Intermediate14 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 run 4 times, 0ppm for chlorine. Employee set up triple sink with chlorine measuring 50ppm.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 21 dead insects in walk in cooler near ice machine
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 8 live roaches inside center non-working ovens at cook line, 9 egg casings inside non-working oven,, 1 egg casing inside non-working reach in cooler by double sink
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 2 rodent droppings on floor next to unused oven in front storage area near bar.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees. Items placed in cooler at 11:00: cooked chicken (46F- Cold Holding) first temp 2:00, second temp 38F at 2:45; cooked pasta (45F - Cold Holding) first temp 2:00, second temp 41F at 2:45, cucumber salad (44F - Cold Holding) first temp 2:00, second temp 41F at 2:45.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris and grease. Interior of freezer in storage room. Interior of microwave on cook line. Deli slicer in deli area. Heavy grease accumulation under shelf above steam table on cook line. Cutting board stained and heavily soiled on cook line.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. No hot or cold water at hand wash sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pot of hard boiled eggs stored in hand wash sink. Operator removed.
No soap provided at handwash sink near 3 compartment sink. Operator provided soap.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels at bar area.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot or cold water available in deli area.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Interior of dish machine soiled.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured in back storage room.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board on cook line has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Dead roaches on premises. 22 dead roaches inside non-working ovens 2 dead roaches near dish machine floor 2 dead roaches inside non-working reach in cooler by double sink 2 dead roaches behind double sink 1 dead roach on bottom shelf in dry storage area
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets in walk in freezer and cooler. Walk in freezer door sheet metal peeling.
Exterior door in storage area and dishwashing areas has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of food debris and grease on cook line floor under and between equipment.
Ice buildup in doorway of walk-in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator relocated.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Operator provided email copy of inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease. Heavy accumulation of grease on sides of cooking equipment on cook line.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
May 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 1535 GULF TO BAY BLVD, Clearwater — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority2 Intermediate14 Basic
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Hot water takes too long to reach handwash sink resulting in employees using only cold water to wash their hands. Cook touched soiled door leading to bar area, came back to kitchen, no hand wash before changing gloves
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener Fry pans
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap provided at hand sink near dish machine. Operator stated that handwashing sink is not used. I explained that all hand wash sinks need to have soap at all times.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Build up of mold like substance on the interior ceiling of ice machine
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pans on wire rack not inverted or protected.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone stored on make table lid. Employee removed cell phone.
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in freezer door in poor repair.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Water standing on the floor in multiple areas including cook line dish room and prep area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Cook line, prep area, storage rooms, dish room walk in cooler and freezer.
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil in dry storage
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fixed equipment grease build up.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single service hinged containers not inverted or protected stacked near bar
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Disposable containers stored on lawn mower and near other tools in back store room Containers are in plastic sleeves and no obvious contamination observed. Discussed the need to separate the single service from tools and equipment.
Stored food not covered. Walk in cooler, sausage stored directly on shelf, uncovered unprotected
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Food containers on cook line containing food removed from its original container not labeled with common name.
Nov 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 1535 GULF TO BAY BLVD, Clearwater — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority1 Intermediate16 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. soup (49F - Cold Holding), staff voluntarily discarded
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled. Stove surface soiled.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Next to dish machine
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Over kitchen
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Lean equipment stored on soiled rack above triple sink
Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead roaches in hand sink at end of cook line, sink cleaned and sanitized. 1 dead roach next to unused oven, area cleaned and sanitized
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic cups at wait station
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in freezer door in disrepair
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Accumulation of grease under cook line
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil on floor in rear storage room. Raw meat and cabbage on floor in walk in freezer
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Cook line
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Rear kitchen door left open
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go containers not inverted at front counter
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Maintenance tools stored on shelf with single service in rear storage room
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Gas generators stored indoors next to dish machine, discussed proper storage with manager
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jun 21, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 1535 GULF TO BAY BLVD, Clearwater — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold and sides of frame that opens to the outside in the dish washing area and gap in the bottom area of door in storage room
Jun 21, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 4 violations recorded.
Recorded at 1535 GULF TO BAY BLVD, Clearwater — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority1 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.
Approximately 40 dead roaches inside of oven not in use at cook line 1 dead roach on prep table in kitchen 4 dead roaches inside oven 4 dead roaches on floor in storage
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold and sides of frame that opens to the outside in the dish washing area and gap in the bottom area of door in storage room
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - heavy grease build up on sides of oven and stove burners - soiled shelves at cook line
Jun 20, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
Recorded at 1535 GULF TO BAY BLVD, Clearwater — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 4 rodent droppings on floor under shelf rack in dry storage area next to back door exit Approximately 47 rodent droppings on floor in storage area near front counter 5 rodent droppings on floor bar storage area
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.
Approximately 40 dead roaches inside of oven not in use at cook line 1 dead roach on prep table in kitchen 4 dead roaches inside oven 4 dead roaches on floor in storage
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold and sides of frame that opens to the outside in the dish washing area and gap in the bottom area of door in storage room
Floor heavily soiled/has accumulation of debris at cook line, storage room and area near soda boxes by office
Food ( bag of bread crumbs) stored on floor in storage room. Manager relocated food
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - heavy grease build up on sides of oven and stove burners - soiled shelves at cook line
Jun 19, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
Recorded at 1535 GULF TO BAY BLVD, Clearwater — this licence has since moved.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 3 live roaches inside oven not in use in kitchen 8 live roaches inside of oven under stove burners 1 dead roach under wash sink next to prep food area 1 live inside middle oven in cook line
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 4 rodent droppings on floor under shelf rack in dry storage area next to back door exit Approximately 47 rodent droppings on floor in storage area near front counter 5 rodent droppings on floor bar storage area
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.
Approximately 40 dead roaches inside of oven not in use at cook line 1 dead roach on prep table in kitchen 4 dead roaches inside oven 4 dead roaches on floor in storage
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold and sides of frame that opens to the outside in the dish washing area and gap in the bottom area of door in storage room
Floor heavily soiled/has accumulation of debris at cook line, storage room and area near soda boxes by office
Food ( bag of bread crumbs) stored on floor in storage room. Manager relocated food
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - heavy grease build up on sides of oven and stove burners - soiled shelves at cook line
Jun 18, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 22 violations recorded, 7 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
Recorded at 1535 GULF TO BAY BLVD, Clearwater — this licence has since moved.
7 High priority4 Intermediate11 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. Sauerkraut pork mix in deep containers at 60 f at 2pm placed in walk in cooler previous night at 8:30pm
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Sauerkraut pork mix in deep containers at 60 f at 2pm placed in walk in cooler previous night at 8:30pm
Dented can of Northern beans in walk in cooler. See stop sale.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 3 live roaches inside oven not in use in kitchen 8 live roaches inside of oven under stove burners 1 dead roach under wash sink next to prep food area 1 live inside middle oven in cook line
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 4 rodent droppings on floor under shelf rack in dry storage area next to back door exit Approximately 47 rodent droppings on floor in storage area near front counter 5 rodent droppings on floor bar storage area
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Milk at 48f hard boiled eggs 48f stuffed cabbage 47f beef stew 46f sauerkraut 46f soup45f butter 48f in walk in cooler in kitchen Food in cooler overnight no temperatures taken
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Milk at 48f hard boiled eggs 48f stuffed cabbage 47f beef stew 46f sauerkraut 46f soup45f butter 48f in walk in cooler in kitchen Food in cooler overnight no temperatures taken
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times in bar storage area
Toxic substance/chemical ( Windex and Sanitizer) on counter in bar area next to eating utensils
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin next office
Approximately 40 dead roaches inside of oven not in use at cook line 1 dead roach on prep table in kitchen 4 dead roaches inside oven 4 dead roaches on floor in storage
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Reviewed with employee
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area. Employee clothes hanging on top of door dry storage area
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold and sides of frame that opens to the outside in the dish washing area and gap in the bottom area of door in storage room
Floor heavily soiled/has accumulation of debris at cook line, storage room and area near soda boxes by office
Food ( bag of bread crumbs) stored on floor in storage room. Manager relocated food
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in bar area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - heavy grease build up on sides of oven and stove burners - soiled shelves at cook line
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry - on floor next to reach in cooler at cook line
Jan 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 1535 GULF TO BAY BLVD, Clearwater — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic tile used, some damaged and soiled
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Door to walk in cooler in poor repair.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Cook line, storage areas, prep areas
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelving, range, tops of small equipment such as microwave soiled with dust and food debris.
Jan 3, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
Recorded at 1535 GULF TO BAY BLVD, Clearwater — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority2 Intermediate9 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 ppm 0, cook changed bucket but could not get a proper ppm.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand wash sink removed from bathroom located outside back door of restaurant.
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/. Toilet added to closet located outside the back door of establishment no plan review. No sink observed in closet.
Bathroom facility not clean. Closet with added toilet soiled
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic tile used, some damaged and soiled
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. 2 articles of clothing stored with food in walk in cooler.
Equipment in poor repair. Door to walk in cooler in poor repair.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Cook line, storage areas, prep areas
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelving, range, tops of small equipment such as microwave soiled with dust and food debris.
Stored food not covered. Walk in cooler- sausage
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Styrofoam cup holdin food removed from its origional container not labeled with common name.
Dec 27, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 22 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
Recorded at 1535 GULF TO BAY BLVD, Clearwater — this licence has since moved.
4 High priority4 Intermediate14 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 ppm 0, cook changed bucket but could not get a proper ppm.
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Cook touched soiled chemical bucket, no hand wash before returning to prepping food.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs stored over creamer in walk in cooler. Cool rearranged eggs to gain compliance
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Can of rust oleum spray next to clean dishes. Cook removed rustolium.
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.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand wash sink removed from bathroom located outside back door of restaurant.
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/. Toilet added to closet located outside the back door of establishment no plan review. No sink observed in closet.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Manager provided soap during inspection
Bathroom facility not clean. Closet with added toilet soiled
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic tile used, some damaged and soiled
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. 2 employee beverages stored on shelf of make table. Cook moved beverages
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. 2 articles of clothing stored with food in walk in cooler.
Equipment in poor repair. Door to walk in cooler in poor repair.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Cook line, storage areas, prep areas
Food stored on floor. Cabbage stored on floor near 3 compartment sink, fryer oil stored on the floor
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelving, range, tops of small equipment such as microwave soiled with dust and food debris.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Stored on floor of storage room
Stored food not covered. Walk in cooler- sausage
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Pork thawing at room temperature. Cook placed under cool running water.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Styrofoam cup holdin food removed from its origional container not labeled with common name.
Aug 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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