JERSEY SHORE TASTE OF.
10400 GULF BLVD, Treasure Island FL 33706 · 727-547-4575
Last inspected Jul 16, 2026 · 6 visits since December 2023
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JUL 26
— STEADY
4 inspections within 18 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. On counter above reach in cooler: whipped butter with milk (79F - Cold Holding)
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022005352 | Jan 12, 2022 | Feb 16, 2022 | $200 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Jul 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 840 2 AVENUE NE, Saint Petersburg — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Scrambled eggs stored in wrapped plastic bags temped 80F. scrambled eggs cooked at 11:00 am portion at 11:40-12:00pm. (80F - Cooling)re-temped at 12:49 Cold Holding 38F
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. Both employees within 60 days of being hired. For the wo employees present engaging with food or in food preparation during the inspection. Employees filled out food employee reporting agreement during time of inspection.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White and red cutting boards on deli cooler.
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink on counter next to front hand sink. Item moved.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee eating on table where waffle cones are stored. Also area next to hand sink. Discussed with manager.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in sugar container by front hand wash sink not above sugar. Scoop was removed from sugar.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At front counter hand washing sink. Inspector emailed handwashing sign to manager.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of sugar next to front hand washing sink. Manager labeled container.
Feb 4, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 840 2 AVENUE NE, Saint Petersburg — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Clean grooved red cutting boards stored on each across from three compartment sink.
Dec 2, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
Recorded at 840 2 AVENUE NE, Saint Petersburg — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Kitchen swing door blocks hand sink access next to three compartment sink when it's kept open. Employee closed door.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager in charge could not access any Certified Food Manager Certificates.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Four employees present engaging in food preparation or with food during the inspection with no Certified Food Manager present.
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. Manager in charge could not access any Employee Training Certificates.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Clean grooved red cutting boards stored on each across from three compartment sink.
Dec 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 840 2 AVENUE NE, Saint Petersburg — this licence has since moved.
3 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee washed hands with no soap.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. On counter above reach in cooler: whipped butter with milk (79F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On counter above reach in cooler: whipped butter with milk (79F - Cold Holding)
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in three compartment sink.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink in prep area blocked by door being propped open. Chef closed door.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go boxes in storage area not inverted for protection. Chef inverted.
Dec 15, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 840 2 AVENUE NE, Saint Petersburg — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach in cooler to the left of sandwich press has built up food debris.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employees engaged in food preparation with no hair restraint.
Dec 8, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
Recorded at 840 2 AVENUE NE, Saint Petersburg — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 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. Upstairs bar dish machines in both front and back bar not sanitizing properly. 0 ppm chlorine.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach in cooler to the left of sandwich press has built up food debris.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink behind front upstairs bar used to dump ice.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employees engaged in food preparation with no hair restraint.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of sugar removed from its original packaging and not labeled by hand wash sink. Manager labeled.
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.