KITCHEN AND BAR AT GREEN SPRINGS
156 4 AVE N, Safety Harbor FL 34695 · 727-669-6762
Last inspected Jul 14, 2026 · 11 visits since May 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 14, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 10, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 8 ROP packages of raw salmon marked to remove from package before thawing.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked potatoes (74F - held on counter, short ribs x 2 pans (44F - Cold Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Green cutting board
Jul 7, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 8 ROP packages of raw salmon marked to remove from package before thawing.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked potatoes (74F - held on counter, short ribs x 2 pans (44F - Cold Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Green cutting board
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. 8 salmon fillets thawed before removed from ROP packaging. Packaging stated to remove before thawing. See Stop Sale
Stored food not covered. Asked potato's in walk in cooler until needed
May 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards
Mar 25, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Case of bacon stored on top of hand wash sink. Operator moved bacon during inspection.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage on cook line. Operator moved beverage.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on cook line. Operator relocated cell phone away from food and clean equipment.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Filing soiled
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Discussed the need to use a no porous materiel under cutting board. Employee removed wiping cloth from under cutting board.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Lettuce not washed before prep. Discussed the need to wash produce before prep. Employee washed lettuce.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles on cook line not labeled with common name..
Jan 20, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Salmon fillet thawed in ROP packaging.
Enclosed wooden shed on side of building contains dry storage. Interior not smooth and easily cleanable. 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/.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Case of bacon stored on top of hand wash sink. Operator moved bacon during inspection.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage on cook line. Operator moved beverage.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on cook line. Operator relocated cell phone away from food and clean equipment.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Filing soiled
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Discussed the need to use a no porous materiel under cutting board. Employee removed wiping cloth from under cutting board.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Lettuce not washed before prep. Discussed the need to wash produce before prep. Employee washed lettuce.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Shelving, walls, floor and ceiling wood not sealed.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles on cook line not labeled with common name..
Jun 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 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. Corn salsa dated 5-30-25, ranch dressing 5-18-25 See stop sale
Clean equipment and utensils stored in a room that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Plates and food pans stored on prep table outside back exit
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Cooler on cook line
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles on cook line containing food removed from its original container not labeled with common name.
Jun 12, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate3 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. Corn salsa dated 5-30-25, ranch dressing 5-18-25 See stop sale
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. See Stop Sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. sausage (51F - Cold Holding); shrimp (50F - Cold Holding); Beef (57F - Cold Holding); chicken (58F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); mani (57F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (63F - Cold Holding).
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of sanitizer stored next to clean utensils.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator replenished paper towels during inspection.
Clean equipment and utensils stored in a room that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Plates and food pans stored on prep table outside back exit
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Cooler on cook line
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles on cook line containing food removed from its original container not labeled with common name.
Mar 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Operator was able to get parasite destruction during inspection.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator replenished paper towels
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage on cook line. Employee removed beverage from cook line
Food stored outside. Bread, baked potatoes and oil store outside back door. Operator moved food indoors
Stored food not covered. Walk in cooler. Multiple food items not covered. Discovered with operator the need to cover all stored food
Jun 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 107 DUNBAR AVE STE G, Oldsmar — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. By three compartment sink. Emailed handout to operator
May 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw mahi 45f, pork belly 45f,ice added to products.
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.
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. New operators.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed and printed by operator. Posted.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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.