JERK CENTER
405 S PINELLAS AVE, Tarpon Springs FL 34689 · 727 940 5343
Last inspected May 28, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 4 rodent droppings underneath metal rack in storage room. 1 rodent droppings next to rack in storage room. 1 rodent dropping on floor in carpeted storage room. Operator cleaned and sanitized areas.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025011162 | Feb 10, 2025 | Jul 22, 2025 | $800 |
| 3--2025001649 | Dec 5, 2024 | Apr 17, 2025 | $400 |
| 3--2021058535 | Dec 20, 2021 | Feb 16, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
May 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Multiple food items in grocery bags, collard greens, chicken, potatoes
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Cutting board at steam table.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Operator cutting cabbage out of case, not washed yet. Discussed proper washing of produce
Jan 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In glass door cooler eggs over cut cabbage and milk, operator moved eggs to bottom shelf
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting board at steam table, operator has new board, needs to drill holes.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Silverware in hand wash sink at front counter, operat removed
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For chlorine or quaternary ammonia sanitizer
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At front counter, provided hand wash sign for operator.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Vertical cooler in back room
Apr 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Stained white cutting board on steam table.
Apr 14, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine 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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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 4 rodent droppings underneath metal rack in storage room. 1 rodent droppings next to rack in storage room. 1 rodent dropping on floor in carpeted storage room. Operator cleaned and sanitized areas.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Stained white cutting board on steam table.
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches in carpeted storage room. Operator discarded.
Feb 10, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Clifford Mcleod manager certification expired 06/04/2024
Feb 10, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 4 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 02/01/2025
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw chicken above unwashed onions in cooler
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 24 rodent droppings on floor along back wall in front counter area 6 rodent droppings on floor behind glass coolers in front area 12 rodent droppings on floor behind stoves on cook line 2 on floor by grease trap in dish area
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Clifford Mcleod manager certification expired 06/04/2024
Dec 6, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handling cell phone then clean dishes and preparing food without washing hands, discussed with manager proper hand washing procedure
Dec 5, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 4 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 priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handling cell phone then clean dishes and preparing food without washing hands, discussed with manager proper hand washing procedure
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. -46 rodent droppings under 3 compartment sink -63 rodent droppings under hand sink next to 3 compartment sink -12 rodent droppings on grease trap next to hand sink in dish area -18 rodent droppings on floor behind shelf with clean dishes stored on it -9 rodent droppings on floor by water heater
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled under and behind equipment
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. All Reach in coolers
Apr 29, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee put gloves on and touched Togo box and preparing food without washing hands
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 02/01/2024
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee rinsed bowl out in hand sink
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in chest freezer in prep area
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives in between wall and prep table
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Chest freezer in back prep room
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Countrycrock containers reused for food
Dec 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw chicken wings above unwashed onions in reach in cooler, wings removed from cooler
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. Provided operator with printed copy of DBPR HR 5030-104
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with printed copy of DBPR HR 5030-105
Aug 28, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. Provided operator with DBPR HR 5030-104
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. Provided operator with DBPR HR 5030-103
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.