LOCAL DELI
13501 ICOT BLVD STE 100, Clearwater FL 33760 · 305-336-0318
Last inspected Nov 21, 2025 · 8 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1 rodent dropping in back room in the shared storage area with dentist. manger cleaned and sanitized area.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Nov 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sanitizer bucket stored in hand sink. Employee removed.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic pans wet nesting on wire rack near 3 compartment sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop stored in bucket near restrooms.
May 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 20, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Quaternary spray bottle testing at 500+ PPM. Employee replenished and diluted quaternary chemical with water. Quaternary spray bottle is now testing at 200 PPM.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained.
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 of employee food training certificates could be provided for the four employees engaging with food during the inspection.
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. No proof of employee health agreements for four employees employed over 60 days. All employee engaging with food or in food preparation during the time of inspection. Provided operator with Food Employee Reporting Agreement form.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored on prep table next to cutting board. Employee moved item.
Nov 4, 2024Inspection 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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Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.
Apr 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Quaternary at three compartment sink at 0 ppm. Added more now at 200ppm
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Marinara in clear pan in reach in cooler across from cook line date marked prepared on 2-9. Management discarded.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pan in back Hand washing sink near grill employee moved.
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. No proof of employee health agreements. Emailed employee health agreements.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Water melon cut on Friday 2-14 in reach in fridge at cook line not date marked. Cook put date on it.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Plastic handle Coffee filter holder was stored on edge of garage can. Manager moved and cleaned and sanitised area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phone and ear pods on prep table under slicer. Manger moved
Oct 11, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Employee was reeducated.
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. Management has all paperwork for employees training at other location.
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.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep near microwave.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Dish washer drinking from coffee mug in prep area and back kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Deli cooler at front counter leaking water on floor using wiping cloths to soak up water. Spoke with operator.
Open dumpster lid.
Aug 7, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority9 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 20 findings ▾
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Spoke with Manager regarding proper sanitation strength. Strength was at 0ppm
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1 rodent dropping in back room in the shared storage area with dentist. manger cleaned and sanitized area.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Employee was reeducated.
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. Slicer 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/ Observed 5 employees on site conducting food preparation.
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. Management has all paperwork for employees training at other location.
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.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Using real butter temp at 85F throwing it away after 4 hour but no written plan. Sent email for Time is a public health control
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle used for cleaning table with no label Pink
Dead roaches on premises. Two dead roach in back storage area shared with dentist office. Manger cleaned and sanitized area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep near microwave.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Dish washer drinking from coffee mug in prep area and back kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Deli cooler at front counter leaking water on floor using wiping cloths to soak up water. Spoke with operator.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife in between deli counter and deli reach in cooler.
Open dumpster lid.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed carrots over cheese in white tubs.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
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.