MADFISH
5200 GULF BLVD, Saint Pete Beach FL 33706 · (727) 360-9200
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 14 visits since July 2023
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JUL 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 22 live roaches in reach in cooler gasket on cook line. 1 live roach in cove molding 3 live roaches on floor on cook line. 2 live roaches in reach in cooler 5 live roaches under cook top
★ 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--2022018531 | Apr 6, 2022 | May 17, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority5 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 15 findingsThe state's own report →
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. Emailed person in charge Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (DBPR HR 5030-104) form. Establishment has chlorine associated with written procedures. Discussed printing the form out.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled with dried food debris. White cutting boards on reach in deli cooler stained yellow.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit observed.
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/. Observed two trailer cold holding storage units in the parking lot area.
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Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter dated 6/19/2025.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice bin soiled with black substance.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting board stored at in reach in freezer on cook line.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed on plastic pic clear cups stored next to soda machine dispenser.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed brown cutting boards with burn marks. Walk in cooler door not shutting
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Missing in bar area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Panasonic microwave interior soiled with dried food debris. Oven interior soiled with grease and burnt food debris.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed person in charge choking poster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled with mold like debris. Exterior of fryers soiled with grease build up.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Interior double door cooler next to stove/oven on cook line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. With black mold like substance above three compartment sink.
Jul 27, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority7 Intermediate12 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. tomato sauce (53F - Cold Holding); whip cream (53F - Cold Holding); butter (50F - Cold Holding); raw grouper (52F - Cold Holding) Ambient thermometer inside walk in cooler reading at 54 degrees. Cook stated temperatures in the walk in cooler weren't taken. Could not determine how long temperatures been out of temperature. Food items will be stopped sealed. Food items stored in reach in cooler on cooked: cooked rice (54F - Cold Holding); cooked white rice (52F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (51F - Cold Holding) Ice was placed on food items to bring down the temperatures rapidly.
Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied. Missing in containers of mussels and clams stored in reach in cooler on cook line.
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. Emailed person in charge Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (DBPR HR 5030-104) form. Establishment has chlorine associated with written procedures. Discussed printing the form out.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled with dried food debris. White cutting boards on reach in deli cooler stained yellow.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit observed.
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/. Observed two trailer cold holding storage units in the parking lot area.
No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Missing in raw oyster stored in reach in cooler next to stove/oven on cook line. Missing on clams and mussels stored in reach in cooler on cook line.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter dated 6/19/2025.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice bin soiled with black substance.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting board stored at in reach in freezer on cook line.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed on plastic pic clear cups stored next to soda machine dispenser.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed brown cutting boards with burn marks. Walk in cooler door not shutting
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In mop sink closet.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Missing in bar area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Panasonic microwave interior soiled with dried food debris. Oven interior soiled with grease and burnt food debris.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed person in charge choking poster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled with mold like debris. Exterior of fryers soiled with grease build up.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer across from stove/oven on cook line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Interior double door cooler next to stove/oven on cook line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. With black mold like substance above three compartment sink.
Jul 23, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 26 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority8 Intermediate15 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. Ran multiple times and chlorine testing at 10 PPM.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Food items in walk in cooler temping at 50-53 degrees and employees could not determine how long temperatures have been above 41 degrees. Ambient temperature of walk in cooler 54F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. tomato sauce (53F - Cold Holding); whip cream (53F - Cold Holding); butter (50F - Cold Holding); raw grouper (52F - Cold Holding) Ambient thermometer inside walk in cooler reading at 54 degrees. Cook stated temperatures in the walk in cooler weren't taken. Could not determine how long temperatures been out of temperature. Food items will be stopped sealed. Food items stored in reach in cooler on cooked: cooked rice (54F - Cold Holding); cooked white rice (52F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (51F - Cold Holding) Ice was placed on food items to bring down the temperatures rapidly.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Mussels, clams, and oyster tags not in chronological order.
Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied. Missing in containers of mussels and clams stored in reach in cooler on cook line.
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. Emailed person in charge Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (DBPR HR 5030-104) form. Establishment has chlorine associated with written procedures. Discussed printing the form out.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled with dried food debris. White cutting boards on reach in deli cooler stained yellow.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit observed.
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/. Observed two trailer cold holding storage units in the parking lot area.
No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Missing in raw oyster stored in reach in cooler next to stove/oven on cook line. Missing on clams and mussels stored in reach in cooler on cook line.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter dated 6/19/2025.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice bin soiled with black substance.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Co2 tanks next to soda syrup racks not secured.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tile missing in mop closet. Ceiling tile missing dish area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting board stored at in reach in freezer on cook line.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed on plastic pic clear cups stored next to soda machine dispenser.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed brown cutting boards with burn marks. Walk in cooler door not shutting
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In mop sink closet.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Missing in bar area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Panasonic microwave interior soiled with dried food debris. Oven interior soiled with grease and burnt food debris.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed person in charge choking poster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled with mold like debris. Exterior of fryers soiled with grease build up.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer across from stove/oven on cook line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Interior double door cooler next to stove/oven on cook line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. With black mold like substance above three compartment sink.
Water draining onto floor surface. Water coming from dish machine running over on to the floor.
Apr 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate11 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. 0ppm, hose was not connected to chemical bucket, staff replaced and primed system
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Establishment receives fresh clams, mussels and oysters, some tags not dated
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. No chlorine test kit
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.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell,phone on clean plates on cook line, removed
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic cups over salad cooler
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Oven door handle
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In use utensils in standing 102F water in steam table
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave soiled
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink on cook line
Open dumpster lid.
Water draining onto floor surface. Water from dish machine draining onto floor due to clogged drain directly under machine. Waste water is observed flowing into floor drain under triple sink, not effecting any cooking/prepping/food storage areas
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Cook line - 200ppm, staff diluted 100ppm
Dec 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 10, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 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. 0 ppm.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked sausage 56f, sliced tomatoes 57f, moved to reach in cooler for quick chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. hollandaise 98f, put back on grill for reheat.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade.
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.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Men's room.
Water draining onto floor surface. Drain from dishwasher blocked..
Jun 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled in office and in closet in dish area.
Feb 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee put on gloves no hand wash. Educated employee and he washed hands and put on clean gloves.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 2-1-2025 license expired. Educated management on renewing license provided renewal letter.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw liquid pooled egg over sauces in walk in cooler. Employee removed pooled egg to lower shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in deli cooler on cook line has shredded cheese (46F - Cold Holding); pooled egg whites (47F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (45F - Cold Holding). Employee moved items to walk in cooler for quick chill. 30 minutes later Retemped items shredded cheese (43F - Cold Holding); pooled egg whites (42F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (42F - Cold Holding).
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on cook line stained and soiled with food debris,
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on front counter near clean plates. Employee removed drink.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook on cook line making food no hair restraint.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn on reach in coolers on cook line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors throughout kitchen and bar area soiled.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife on cook line between coolers. Employee removed knife.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.interior of toaster oven on cook line soiled with burnt on food debris on conveyor, oven on cook line soiled with burnt on food debris,
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in coolers on cook line soiled.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed strawberries, blueberries and mushrooms over rice, sauces and cook prepared foods in walk in cooler. Employee moved unwashed to separate shelf with other unwashed produce.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Multiple foods stored in walk in cooler not labeled with common name.
Nov 20, 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. Can opener soiled, cutting boards stained, soda fountain nozzles soiled.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of oven soiled with burnt on food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled on reach in coolers.
Nov 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate9 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. Dish machine chlorine 0ppm. Employee set up 3 compartment sink.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly in kitchen near soda fountain on wall. Educated on flies.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled, cutting boards stained, soda fountain nozzles soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink in area near walk ins not accessible. Employee removed items and tray.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle of cleaner on clean pan rack. Employee removed and discarded.
Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Chlorine sanitizer 0ppm in dish machine.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Mold like debris on interior of ice machine. Employee cleaning ice machine.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License displayed 2-1-2024.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table in rear near foods to be served to the public. Employee removed drinks.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cooks on cook line no hair restraints.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor under soda fountain in kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of oven soiled with burnt on food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled on reach in coolers.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler shelves soiled on cook line.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Take out containers not inverted on cook line. Employee inverted.
Jun 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Tomato paste and peeled tomatoes dented cans.
Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Employee Raw beef to cooked rice no hand wash. Educated employee then employee washed hands.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef over raw grouper. In reach in cooler. Employee removed raw beef lower shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk in cooler shredded mozzarella cheese (58F - Cold Holding); mussels (50F - Cold Holding); raw salmon (50F - Cold Holding); cooked clams (44F - Cold Holding); retemped clams at 40F, mussels 43F, salmon 41F, mozzarella 46f.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Oyster, mussel and clam tags not dated. Employee dating tags.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled, cutting boards stained, mixer head soiled, slicer soiled and soda fountain nozzles soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink in rear prep area blocked. Employee removed blockage.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. oysters not identified on the menu as raw. Employee marked menus.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand sink. Employee refilled soap
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine soiled with mold like debris.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in flour no handle. Employee removed bowl.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current license not displayed.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Bug zapper over coffee machine.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of oven soiled with burnt on food debris.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink in reach in cooler on cook line.
Sep 13, 2023□ 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, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on cook line.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on cook line.
Jul 17, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on cook line.
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on cook line.
Jul 1, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 22 live roaches in reach in cooler gasket on cook line. 1 live roach in cove molding 3 live roaches on floor on cook line. 2 live roaches in reach in cooler 5 live roaches under cook top
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut tomatoes 62 F, cheese 62 F in reach in cooler, operator placed on ice.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on cook line.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical spray bottle next to plates.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plates not inverted across from dish machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on cook line.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on skillet 2 dead roaches on floor on cook line 1 dead roach on floor in dry storage
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. In dry storage.
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.