LARRY'S GRILLHOUSE
734 S PINELLAS AVE, Tarpon Springs FL 34689 · 727-940-3000
Last inspected Aug 14, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Waste water is coming up through the drains in the kitchen and the bar area. Ran hand wash sinks in both areas and observed waste water coming up through both drains.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Sanitizer bucket on top of reach in cooler in bar, greater than 200 ppm. Corrected to 50 ppm, moved to other shelf
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink blocked by fry filter machine, operator removed. Hand wash sink blocked by tray with bus tub at server station next to soda machine, operator removed tray
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler and kitchen
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In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In breading and panko, scoop handle in foo, operator put scoops in designated holder. Tongs on oven door handle, operator removed
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt or dust. Fan guard in walk in cooler
May 15, 2026□ 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 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/. Previous file # 352396, Stage removed, bar in dining room removed, 2 dump sinks added next to hand wash sinks in bar, bib soda moved next to (coffee #19), 3 compartment sink is on other side of wall, glass door cooler and drop in cooler added to counter next to expo window.
Mar 17, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 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/. Previous file # 352396, Stage removed, bar in dining room removed, 2 dump sinks added next to hand wash sinks in bar, bib soda moved next to (coffee #19), 3 compartment sink is on other side of wall, glass door cooler and drop in cooler added to counter next to expo window.
Mar 12, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine not sanitizing, chlorine not dispensing. Primed machine, still not dispensing.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 8 8oz packages of grouper, 5 6oz packages of snapper, completely thawed.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ahi Tuna not notated as undercooked, operator marked all menus with asterisks.
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/. Previous file # 352396, Stage removed, bar in dining room removed, 2 dump sinks added next to hand wash sinks in bar, bib soda moved next to (coffee #19), 3 compartment sink is on other side of wall, glass door cooler and drop in cooler added to counter next to expo window.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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 8oz packages of grouper, 5 6oz packages of snapper, completely thawed, see stop sale
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Bucket in prep area 0 ppm, sanitizer jug empty, operator replaced jug, corrected to 200 ppm
Aug 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 7, 2025Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting board on flip top cooler in the bar.
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. 5 employees that all handle food. Employee Aidan has worked at establishment for longer than 2 months. Sarah has worked at establishment for a year. 5 employees that all handle food. Employee Aidan has worked at establishment for longer than 2 months. Sarah has worked at establishment for a year. Eric has training conducted through National Restaurant Association Education Foundation which is not on the state approved list.
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. For all employees.
Jun 6, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority5 Intermediate0 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Medicine stored on shelf above prep table. Operator relocated.
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Waste water is coming up through the drains in the kitchen and the bar area. Ran hand wash sinks in both areas and observed waste water coming up through both drains.
Time/temperature control for safety food required to be date marked is not date marked and time of opening/preparation cannot be determined. See stop sale. Half and half cartons opened with no date mark. Operator unable to determine when they were opened.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Half and half cartons opened with no date mark. The bartender was able to determine when one half and half was opened. Operator added date mark. Operator unable to determine when the others were opened. See stop sale.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting board on flip top cooler in the bar.
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. 5 employees that all handle food. Employee Aidan has worked at establishment for longer than 2 months. Sarah has worked at establishment for a year. 5 employees that all handle food. Employee Aidan has worked at establishment for longer than 2 months. Sarah has worked at establishment for a year. Eric has training conducted through National Restaurant Association Education Foundation which is not on the state approved list.
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. For all employees.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator stocked soap at hand wash sink next to soda station. Soap dispenser at hand wash sink in the bar area unable to dispense soap.
Jan 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken above raw beef in walk in cooler, raw chicken moved to bottom shelf
Oct 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Employee rubbed hands together for 3 seconds, employee properly washed hands
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw burgers above shredded lettuce and tortillas in drawer on cook line Raw chicken above cooked pork in drawer on cook line All raw foods moved to bottom drawer on cook line
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Diced tomatoes date marked 10/21
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. sliced Swiss cheese (47F - Cold Holding) manager moved from top rail to inside reach in cooler
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
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. Provided operator with DBPR HR 5030-104
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink next to soda station blocked by broom, dust pan, booster seats, items removed
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand sink on cook line used to fill pans with water
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/ Louis Scaramuzzi manager on duty, no manager certification
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. Provided manager with DBPR Form HR 5030-103
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket not inverted
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag on rack above and next to clean dishes in dish area, employee bag moved
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm sanitizer buckets on cook line, employee refilled sanitizer bucket, now at 200ppm
Jul 10, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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.