MB GRILL
11001 US HWY 19 N, Clearwater FL 33764 · 727-914-8006
Last inspected Apr 14, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Three rodent droppings near back wall on floor on three compartment sink. 1 rodent dropping near window sill leading to kitchen. Owner cleaned and sanitised area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023038913 | Jun 27, 2023 | Aug 9, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Apr 14, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Equipment in poor repair. Front cooler sliding door handle broken.
Tall reach-in cooler shelves in corner next to cook line with rust that has pitted the surface.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Old scrap woods stored behind dumpster area.
Apr 13, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator renewed license during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheesecake 45F in front counter reach in cooler. Operator moved to walk in cooler. Second temp 42F.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Crockpot accumulated with food debris.
Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. No hot water, temperature 81F. Operator trying to light gas pilot light on water heater.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. White spray bottle on bottom shelf at front counter not labeled. Operator labeled.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open top drink stored over reach in freezer. Operator moved drinks.
Equipment in poor repair. Front cooler sliding door handle broken.
Stored food not covered. Sliced ham and cooked corn not covered in walk in cooler.
Tall reach-in cooler shelves in corner next to cook line with rust that has pitted the surface.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Old scrap woods stored behind dumpster area.
Dec 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash next to 3 compartment sink. Operator replaced roll of paper towels.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Operator reignited gas pilot on hot water heater. Temperature re-checked at 89F.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Tall reach-in cooler handle soiled with food debris.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket on back corner near ice machine, not stored in inverted to dry. Operator inverted and stored on wire wrack.
Equipment in poor repair. Front counter cooler door handle in despair.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler on front line near entrance to kitchen.
Mar 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. A employee was observed leaving the kitchen through the back door while wearing a single service glove. Upon returning to the cook line, the employee removed the gloves, put on a fresh pair, and began food preparation at the flat top grill without washing their hands."
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Food slicer soiled with dried up food debris.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing at hand sink next to three compartment sink. Employee placed paper towel roll at hand sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled yellow spray bottle in front counter area. Spray bottle labeled as table cleaner.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed yellow substance build up.
Stored food not covered. Bus tub of raw chicken stored on bottom rack inside walk in cooler not covered. Operator put like on container.
Feb 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. A employee was observed leaving the kitchen through the back door while wearing a single service glove. Upon returning to the cook line, the employee removed the gloves, put on a fresh pair, and began food preparation at the flat top grill without washing their hands."
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Food slicer soiled with dried up food debris.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing at hand sink next to three compartment sink. Employee placed paper towel roll at hand sink.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Two employees who have been with the company for over 60 days were observed handling food at the front counter, but their training records could not be provided. During the inspection, the operator showed the inspector two new FLRA Employee Food Safety Training books, which were given to the employees to study. The operator plans to administer the test to the employees.
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. Front counter employees Asma T., who is on her first day, was observed handling food at the front counter. Her Employee Reporting Agreement could not be provided. During the inspection, the operator showed the inspector a new FLRA Employee Food Safety Training book, which was given to the employee to read and complete the Foodservice Employee Reporting Agreement inside the books.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed three expired training certificates, one for Bombay M. 5/12/21 through FLRA who was not present at the time of the inspection. Operator stated the other two certificates are for employees who are no longer employed. The operator discarded the certificates.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled yellow spray bottle in front counter area. Spray bottle labeled as table cleaner.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed yellow substance build up.
Stored food not covered. Bus tub of raw chicken stored on bottom rack inside walk in cooler not covered. Operator put like on container.
Sep 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Walk in cooler and walk in freezer shelves rusted.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on back prep table during inspection employee moved.
Equipment in poor repair. Hand for reach in freezer broken.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer near cook line.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Employee replaced light.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth storage on cutting board. Employee moved.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Was at 400+ ppm replaced now at 50 ppm. At cook line.
Mar 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Front glass coolers leaking from bottom.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand washing sink next to three compartment sink small leak into sink. Hand washing sink next to drive through window leaking.
Mar 28, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Three rodent droppings near back wall on floor on three compartment sink. 1 rodent dropping near window sill leading to kitchen. Owner cleaned and sanitised area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Under table Poultry (58F - Cold Holding) Put in reach in cooler Retemp Poultry (43F - Cold Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards soiled
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. During routine inspection Hand washing sink in back of kitchen near three compartment sink was turned off. Owner turned on
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Two employee beverages on prep tables near single serving bowls near gyro warmer. Employee moved.
Equipment in poor repair. Front glass coolers leaking from bottom.
Food stored in undrained ice. Fish and shrimp in reach in cooler right side next to three compartment sink in undrained ice. Owner replaced water with new ice.
Ice scoop handle next to drive through window in contact with ice. Employee moved
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand washing sink next to three compartment sink small leak into sink. Hand washing sink next to drive through window leaking.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on prep table back of restaurant. Employee moved.
Jan 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Dented can of mushrooms on dry storage shelf with foods to be served to the public.
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched screw driver then to clean single service take out box no hand wash. Employee educated and he washed his hands and put on gloves.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer blade soiled with food debris last used 1-6.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand sink in front counter area. Employee replaced paper towels.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine soiled with black mold like debris. Employee cleaning area.
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. Dented can of mushrooms on dry storage shelf with foods to be served to the public.
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches on floor near water heater. Employee discarded, cleaned and sanitized area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on tea dispenser in front counter area. Employee removed drink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer floor has build up of ice. Employee removing ice.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of toaster oven on cook linensoiled with burnt on food debris.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed produce stored in walk in cooler over cooked pasta. Employee moved produce to separate shelf.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Faucet leaking in hand sink in front counter area.
Sep 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 1 6lb dented can of Alfredo sauce and 1 6 lb dented can of cheese sauce on dry storage racks
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. tzatziki sauce cups in display cooler(47F - Cold Holding), moved to walk-in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute soiled on self service soda machine Can opener blade soiled
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Scrapper tool in hand sink next to walk-in, removed
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. On cook line, replaced
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No running water at hand sink on cook line, manager turned water on
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Over cook line
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. 1 6lb dented can of Alfredo sauce and 1 6 lb dented can of cheese sauce on dry storage racks, removed
Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead roaches on floor in dry storage room 1 dead roach near water heater 1 dead roach on floor near soda syrup lines 2 dead roaches in cabinets near self service soda machine All areas cleaned and sanitized during inspection
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Rear prep table next to slicer, removed
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Keys on shelf above prep table, removed
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Accumulation of grease behind cook line
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer on cook line
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Front counter, removed
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Fan covers soiled in walk-in cooler
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm, replaced 100ppm
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.