JOHNNYS ITALIAN RESTAURANT
2907 STATE ROAD 590 #1, Clearwater FL 33759 · 727.797.2940
Last inspected Mar 9, 2026 · 14 visits since December 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 34 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach in crack of reach in deli cooler. 4 live roaches behind single serve bracket at cook line on wall behind shelf.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $900
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024068040 | Nov 20, 2024 | Feb 19, 2025 | $400 |
| 3--2021037780 | Aug 9, 2021 | Sep 22, 2021 | $400 |
| 3--2016052778 | Oct 14, 2016 | Feb 10, 2017 | $100 |
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Mar 9, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 2, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live roach inside control device on floor under ice bin at beverage station -1 live roach found on reach in cooler gasket next to breading station at cook line -1 live roach in reach in freezer gasket opposite ovens Manager removed live roaches and cleaned areas
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -No water at hand wash sink near expo window and beverage station area
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near expo window
No soap provided at handwash sink near expo window
Water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink near expo window and beverage station area
Accumulation of 6 dead roaches in control devices under bar counter -Accumulation of 3 dead roaches in control device on the floor under front beverage station - 1 dead roach found on the floor near the office -1 dead roach on floor near hot water heater in back kitchen area. Manager removed dead roaches and cleaned area
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees near expo window
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - spoiled gaskets on reach in coolers at cook line and on walk in cooler
Mar 2, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine near the top hinges and interior side area of door
Feb 19, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then handled clean equipment or utensils, without washing hands in dishwashing area. Manager discussed with dish washer. Plates rewashed dishes
Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired.. Dish machine in active use measured at 148 F with heat measuring thermometer, rinse cycle did not reach 180 F according to temperature gauge as data plate instructs. Triple sink set up for use 100 ppm chlorine
Raw animal food ( shell eggs) stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food ( cooked pasta ) at cook line. Manager rearranged food.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -ricotta cheese 51 F in cooler overnight no temperatures taken this day in cooler opposite pizza oven -see stop sale - employee discarded ricotta cheese
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - ricotta cheese 51 F in cooler overnight no temperatures taken this day in cooler opposite pizza oven -see stop sale - employee discarded ricotta cheese.( corrected on site ) - cooked garlic and butter on counter 73 F under 3 hours. Employee placed container of butter in an ice bath. Recheck 40 F - corrected on site
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of cleaner stored next to dry noodles in back food prep area. Manager relocated spray bottle
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - soiled soda nozzles at bar. Manager cleaned soda holster
No soap provided at handwash sink in salad prep station
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food - pizza slices time marked
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in back food prep area. Manager labeled spray bottle
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine near the top hinges and interior side area of door
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food on shelf in walk in cooler
Utensils in poor condition. -Strainer in breading cooler next to fryers has detached metal pieces. Manager discarded strainer
Dec 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Grease receptacle not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Sep 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 23 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate16 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Case of raw shelled eggs stored over case of potatoes on shelf on walkin cooler - employee placed case of raw shelled eggs on bottom shelf in reachin cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked ground beef 51 F recheck 40 F, tomato sauce 58 - recheck 54 F ( moved to freezer ) in top section of reach in cooler opposite pizza oven. Placed at reach in cooler from walk in cooler under 2 hours. Manager moved food to walk in cooler - marinara 54 F recheck 42 F at cold holding unit next to grill
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. - soiled can opener in food prep area near dish washing area -Cutting board in food prep area soiled with food build up in cracks at salad station
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.
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.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Reviewed with manager
Accumulation of black/pink mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Manager placed a covered trash can in the women's restroom
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at salad station.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table next to cutting board opposite oven. Manager relocated employee drink
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Ear pods on shelf next to to go lids in pizza oven area. Employee relocated item
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -Plastic containers in dish washing area
Grease receptacle not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at bar
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils ( pizza pans) on storage shelf in dish washing area
Open dumpster lid.
Plastic containers in poor condition- cracked in dishwashing area.
Raw fruits/vegetables ( onions ) not washed prior to preparation in back kitchen area. Reviewed with employee and manager.Employee then washed onions
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses at beverage station. Manager placed wet towels in sanitizer solution
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour bulk containers of flour not labeled of contents in food prep room
Sep 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on salad prep station soiled with food buildup in cracks.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters are soiled.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Feb 12, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate9 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. Observed employee touching soiled dishes then retrieving clean dishes without washing hands. Discussed with operator proper hand-hygiene techniques.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on salad prep station soiled with food buildup in cracks.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Kitchen Manager Romeo CFM.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in bare area.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Establishment is vacuum sealing raw beef and holding for more than 48 hours.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in employee bathroom near office.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag on shelf with food.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in employee restroom near kitchen office.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters are soiled.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Establishment is vacuum sealing raw beef and not removing from package within 48 hours.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor in front of pizza oven. Operator removed sanitizer solution from floor and placed on crate.
Nov 21, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 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. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach in crack of reach in deli cooler. 4 live roaches behind single serve bracket at cook line on wall behind shelf.
Nov 20, 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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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 10 can of beets
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach in crack of reach in deli cooler. 4 live roaches behind single serve bracket at cook line on wall behind shelf.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach Near pizza station hand sink floor. 1 Under POS station
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on prep line.
May 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs over portioned vegetables in walk-in cooler
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ John Nadeau SafeStaff expired 1/10/24, all other CFM valid
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzle behind bar soiled
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/
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed to operator
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portioning cups in seasoning bins and fresh garlic
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food not segregated in reach in freezer, removed
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on pizza prep table, removed
Food stored on floor. Box of eggplant on floor in walk-in cooler
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 flour and breadcrumbs bins
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooler gaskets soiled Hood filters soiled
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Plastic bins on storage racks
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Dairy cooler at wait station
Dec 4, 2023□ 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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No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Dec 1, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 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. Chowder 55f, made on 11/30/2023, missed cooling window.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chowder 55f, made on 11/30/2023, missed cooling window.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pizza sauce 51f, potato salad 51f, sliced ham 51f, ricotta 48f, pizza station. Repair on site.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.Soufle cup used for portioning in blue cheese and bacon.
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