KARMA JUICE BAR & EATERY
2095 DREW ST, Clearwater FL 33765 · 727 599 5075
Last inspected May 6, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
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MAR 26
▼ IMPROVING
4 inspections trending up, 38 points better than where it started.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. - 6 rodent droppings on bottom shelf in dry storage room near back door - manager removed droppings and sanitized area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 6, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
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/. Added front counter area with espresso machine, two reach in coolers and blender, kitchen area hand wash sink relocated, press and toaster next to hand wash sink in kitchen, large pre table in the center area of kitchen. Ice machine added to room near dish washing area.Per operator, plans to relocate oven and add the next door unit for food prep area to the kitchen in the future.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. 29 seats in out side area 14 seats inside total 43 seats licensed for 21 seats. Emailed to operator the seating change evaluation form
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Chia pudding, cranberry chicken salad, missing address of the establishment, beans and kimchi in 6 door reach in cooler Missing name and address of the establishment Per manager, labels are on order with the required information
Mar 4, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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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/. Added front counter area with espresso machine, two reach in coolers and blender, kitchen area hand wash sink relocated, press and toaster next to hand wash sink in kitchen, large pre table in the center area of kitchen. Ice machine added to room near dish washing area.Per operator, plans to relocate oven and add the next door unit for food prep area to the kitchen in the future.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled opposite ice machine. Manager labeled spray bottle
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. 29 seats in out side area 14 seats inside total 43 seats licensed for 21 seats. Emailed to operator the seating change evaluation form
Food ( box of bananas, mango, pineapple ) stored on floor in walk in cooler.Manager relocated food
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Chia pudding, cranberry chicken salad, missing address of the establishment, beans and kimchi in 6 door reach in cooler Missing name and address of the establishment Per manager, labels are on order with the required information
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in dish washing area and front food prep area
Feb 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Sanitizer tablets not dissolved.Reviewed with manager.
No chemical test kit ( quaternary ) provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Reviewed with manager
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. - employee apron hanging next to food in display area. Reviewed with manager.manager removed apron
Label on a food item ( lentil soup, chicken salad ) prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food in display 6 glass door cooler. Reviewed with manager.
Stored food ( cut pineapples ) not covered in walk in cooler. Reviewed with manager
Jul 2, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Discussed the need to add a back flow preventer to the mop sink.
Clean equipment and utensils stored in a room that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Discussed with operator that all food equipment needs to be inside the Restaurant and protected in a room fully enclosed.
Current license not display in proper placed. Discussed with operator that the license needs to be disclosed in proper area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Car keys next to hot sauce by wired rack.Employee removed car key.Sweather hanging on shelf holding food in dry storage.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Discussed with operator the need to put on hair restraints when preparing food.
Food stored on floor. Chocolate and ice in walk in freezer. Dry storage Banda and vinegar. Potatoes on floor. Discussed with operator the need to store food a minimum of 6 inches from the floor.
May 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.clorox and lotion next to hot sauce. Employee removed it.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Discussed the need to add a back flow preventer to the mop sink.
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/. Began construction on a shed for storage on the outside of the building, added a cage to the rear of the building holding pots and pan.
Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Paint stored in dry storage area. Discussed the need to remove paint from storage area.
Clean equipment and utensils stored in a room that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Discussed with operator that all food equipment needs to be inside the Restaurant and protected in a room fully enclosed.
Current license not display in proper placed. Discussed with operator that the license needs to be disclosed in proper area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Car keys next to hot sauce by wired rack.Employee removed car key.Sweather hanging on shelf holding food in dry storage.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Discussed with operator the need to put on hair restraints when preparing food.
Food stored on floor. Chocolate and ice in walk in freezer. Dry storage Banda and vinegar. Potatoes on floor. Discussed with operator the need to store food a minimum of 6 inches from the floor.
Sep 14, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. - 30 seats inside area and 33 seats in the out side area
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside in dry storage area
Sep 13, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food ( raw salmon ) stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.( shredded mozzarella) in walk in cooler - manager rearranged food
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. - romaine lettuce date marked 8/28 in cooler at front counter - manager discarded
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. - cut romaine lettuce date marked 8/28 in cooler at front counter - manager discarded
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. - 6 rodent droppings on bottom shelf in dry storage room near back door - manager removed droppings and sanitized area
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 some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. -1 dead roach on floor in dry storage room - employee removed roach, cleaned and sanitized area
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. - 30 seats inside area and 33 seats in the out side area
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside in dry storage area
Food stored on floor in storage area and walk in freezer
Insect control device ( rodent trap ) next to container of sesame seeds in dry storage area - manager relocated rodent trap
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.