KIMS FAMILY RESTAURANT
2101 STARKEY RD L4 L5, Largo FL 33771 · 727-330-6048
Last inspected Apr 3, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly prep area not landing on food
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022021370 | Apr 21, 2022 | Jun 16, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Apr 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Light shield over 3 compartment sink missing.
Reach-in cooler shelves across from toaster area with rust that has pitted the surface.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Coffee filters not stored covered at front server station. Operator covered coffee.
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Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on deli slicer not stored in sanitizer. Operator placed clothes in sanitizer.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles with brown fluid not labeled. Operator labeled vanilla.
Jan 7, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Cutting board across from cook line stained.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dec 30, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 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. Chlorine measuring 0ppm. Operator set up sink with quaternary sanitizer and measured at 200ppm.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Hot Shot insect spray found in dry storage. Operator removed.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Cutting board across from cook line stained.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Cardboard used in reach in freezer under chicken breast on bottom shelf.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored on floor. Potatoes in pot on floor. Operator moved pot.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. We mop stored in bucket next to back door.
Mar 19, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Observed: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. At cook line. Priority: Basic
Observed: Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on top of microwave. Employee moved. Priority: Basic
Observed: Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Service station opposite of toaster. Priority: Basic
Observed: Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler opposite of toast station. Priority: Basic
Observed: Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. At cook line. Employee put second bucket under. Priority: Basic
Jan 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Observed: Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Wiping cloth sanitizer quart. Was at 500+ now at 200 ppm. Priority: High Priority
Observed: 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/ Kimberly Cortes 12-5-24 Prometic Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. On wall next to door. Employee chained during inspection **Corrected On-SiteWarning** Priority: Basic
Observed: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. At cook line. Priority: Basic
Observed: Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. During walk through observed employee beverage on prep table service station next to clean napkins. Employee moved during inspection. Priority: Basic
Observed: Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on top of microwave. Employee moved. Priority: Basic
Observed: Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under cook line. Priority: Basic
Observed: Food stored on floor. Bag of onions on floor of dry storage. Employee put on shelves Priority: Basic
Observed: In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. At cook line. Employee moved. Priority: Basic
Observed: Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Service station opposite of toaster. Priority: Basic
Observed: Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler opposite of toast station. Priority: Basic
Observed: Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. At cook line. Employee put second bucket under. Priority: Basic
Sep 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate10 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Marinara sauce from can opened and prepared on 9-10 in reach in cooler.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. During inspection observed cook use cell phone while activity engaged in cooking. Put phone in pocket and started cooking eggs. Employee washed hand
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Deli cooler at cook line sliced cheese (50F - Cold Holding) Due to over filling Employee put in reach in freezer
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Handles at cook line
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In back of house near fire extinguisher on wall
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on top of microwave at cook line
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Behind cook line
Food stored on floor. Oil stored on floor of dry storage employee moved.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife in between crack at steam table and cutting board. Employee moved.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris Side of fryer's soiled
Stored food not covered. Bag of parmigiana cheese not covered. Employee covered
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind cook line.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. At cook line. Employee put a second bucket under
Mar 28, 2024□ 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 boards soiled throughout.
Ovens at cook line Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler next to grill soiled
Mar 27, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Exp 2-1-24
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over in the sane container of hand wrapped corn-beef.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Side reach in cooler next to cook line. cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding) sliced cheese (48F - Cold Holding) Employee put down below. Due to being left open from rush.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Prep personnel washed hands in the three compartment sink. Educated
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards soiled throughout.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Coffee filters not covered at server station. Employee covered
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone sitting on microwave. Employee moved.
Equipment in poor repair. White Freezer in back of restaurant near dishwasher not all is frozen solid. Items moved from freezer.
Food stored on floor. Pan of cooked potatoes on floor in front of three compartment sink. Employee moved. Educated
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Ovens at cook line Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler next to grill soiled
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand washing sink in kitchen leaking and sprayed water on floor. Only Hand washing sink in back of house used by prep, cook, and dishwasher.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Was at 500+ now at 200 ppm Employee changed bucket
Dec 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw crab meat over pie in reach in freezer
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef patties in walk in cooler over ready to eat spiral ham. Manager moved.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Chicken made 11-29 in walk in cooler Pulled pork made on 11-29 in walk in cooler
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Hot holding unit made at 6am Sausage links 80 Sausage patties 87 Temp at 9:45am
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot holding unit made at 6am Sausage links 80 Sausage patties 87 Temp at 9:45am
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards soiled Slicer soiled
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Most handles in kitchen soiled.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer near three compartment sink.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife in crack in front of hot holding unit. Manager moved.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood above cook line soiled
Stored food not covered coffee filter at service station owner put lids on them.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on prep table at server station.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor at cook line. Cook put a double bucket.
Aug 22, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly prep area not landing on food
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk and shedded cheese
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards soiled, can opener soiled
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pasta, corn beef. Meatloaf
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In Kitchen
Food stored on floor. Cook potatoes, pickle tub and flour on floor in walk-in cooler
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Buildup ice in stand up freezer in dish area
Interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris.interior top
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Ceiling vents kitchen soiled
Stored food not covered.prepped coffee filters with grounds on counter not covered
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed.in dry storage need cleaning and paint reapplied
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.