NINE SPICES HOT POT
6851 66 ST N, Pinellas Park FL 33781 · 727 350 3772
Last inspected Mar 30, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023
APR 24
SEP 24
FEB 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Live, small flying insects found 1 live flying insect at dishwasher area. Disposal of flying insect during inspection. Called spoke with Supervisor LDW. Education for pest control.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 30, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Cooler near kitchen entrance door
Mar 25, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Dishwasher employee scrubbed dirty dishes then did not wash hands used three compartment sink to rinse hands.. Then touched newly cleaned dishes. Educated
Employee washed hands with no soap.
Live, small flying insects found 2 live flying insects at dish pit 5 live flying insects at back prep table flying and landing in trash can and landing on can opener. Employee took can opener to dish pit to wash. 8 live flying insects near floor drain in prep area.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. 2 bottles of RAID on shelf near management office back of bottles stated for resident use only. Employee discarded
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken in food grade tubs above raw beef in food grade tubs in walk in cooler. Employee moved
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Dishwasher employee scrubbed dirty dishes then did not wash hands used three compartment sink to rinse hands. Then touched newly cleaned dishes. Educated Employee did not know to use soup to wash hands.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Dishwasher employee scrubbed dirty dishes then did not wash hands used three compartment sink to rinse hands.. Then touched newly cleaned dishes. Educated
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Carts for water cups and bowl inside hand wash sink at dish pit. Employee moved
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Service station. Employee replaced
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. Observed 3 servSafe food handlers certificates.
Accumulation of dead insects in 2 control devices. Over top deli cooler and clean dish rack. Employee removed both control devices.
Accumulation pink mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Cooler near kitchen entrance door
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.open employee beverage container of Red Bull beside clean plastic containers on shelves. Near cook line
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on shelves near cook line
Food stored in undrained ice. All items in deli reach in cooler in water. Quail eggs, bean sprouts, cut cabbage,
Stored food not covered. All bins in dry storage open. Employee closed during inspection
Oct 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Sushi rice spatula in 88 degrees water
Live, small flying insects found 1 live flying insect at dishwasher area. Disposal of flying insect during inspection. Called spoke with Supervisor LDW. Education for pest control.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Sheet pan of lamb over top open package of dumplings inside reach in freezer with plastic lid.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bucket inside hand wash sink near dishwasher. Bucket moved
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Replaced during inspection
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Rust rack reach in cooler.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. 8 near box soda area.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Top of glass freezer when you first walk in kitchen
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Styrofoam cup for employee beverage on dry storage rack with clean plates and whisk.
Food stored in undrained ice. Deli style reach in cooler across from dishwasher area. Squid, quail eggs, shrimp, mussels inside reach I cooler storage in undrained ice
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler near dishwasher area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall soiled Behind dishwasher
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Observed establishment making new sanitation buckets during walk through establishment was putting soap and chlorine together. Educated. Establishment replace buckets no soap added.
Feb 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. To go bags used for storage in the walk in freezer. Educated
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. During inspection observed raw chicken over top of pork in reach in cooler. Employee moved.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Has a bag full of recipient. Educated emailed shellfish guide 5022_106
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Near three compartment sink owner replaced.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Windex at sushi bar, put label on during inspection.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Several C%O2 tanks not secured
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Reach in freezer back of house using a lot of duct tape. Educated
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee coffee and speaker next meat grinder. Employee moved
Equipment in poor repair. Handle of reach in cooler back prep table instillation exposed
Ice buildup in all reach-in freezer.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front bar hand wash sink unreadable.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Back prep each in cooler shelves rusted.
Stored food not covered. Food on conveyor belt no coved. Employee coved during inspection. scallops in reach in freezer with duck tape not covered. Management covered during inspection
Walk-in cooler with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves rusted.
Water draining onto floor surface. Under prep table. Vegetable prep station.
Sep 24, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. #10 can of bamboo shoots dented on seam. Item discarded.
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, sanitizer line draining onto floor when cycle is activated. Repair called.
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.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Tofu.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade. Soda nozzles on soda machine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Next to three compartment sink.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used for scoop in cornstarch and floor. Items removed.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Second cooler has broken tile going into walk in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Unreadable sign in dish area.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Dish machine drain. Running into floor drain, repair called.
Stored food not covered. Ice cream tubs at salad buffet area.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Water draining onto floor surface. Pipe under scape table in dish area.
Apr 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 32 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority7 Intermediate23 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 5lb can of hoisin sauce is dented around seam.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb in n faucet in warewashing area.
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. Will email DBPR HR 5022-106. Shellfish Tag Guidance.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Tofu removed from original packaging for more than 24 hours not date-marked. Will email DBPR Form 5030-049. Date Marking.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda machine diffusers soiled in wait station area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Plastic container stored in bowl of hand wash sink next to three-compartment sink. Employee removed container.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels at hand wash sink next to three-compartment sink, cooks line, and prep area. Operator cleared jammed paper towels dispensers.
Spray bottle in wait station area containing toxic substance not labeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of both ice machine/bins in kitchen and soda machine ice chute in wait station area.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
All cutting boards in kitchen has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Single-serve bowls without handles are stored in container of cornstarch on shelf in dry-storage room. Operator removed bowls.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks stored in dry-storage room not adequately secured.
Ceiling tile missing near office in kitchen.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches on floor along wall near rear exit door in kitchen. Operator discarded roaches. Cleaned and sanitized area.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public in walk-in cooler.
Equipment in poor repair. Bottom shelf of prep tables near cooks line are rusted. Shelves are rusted in warewashing area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezers in kitchen.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle touching rice in container on shelf in dry-storage.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Tong handle touching raw beef in container on shelf in walk-in cooler. Operator removed tongs.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in warewashing and bar area. Will email DBPR Form 5030-111. Employees must wash hands.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. chicken base containers used to store food in upright cooler near dry-storage.
Stored food not covered. Food stored in conveyor belt not covered. Shelf in dry-storage room a. Cornstarch b. Sugar c. Rice. Operator covered items.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Unwrapped spoon food contact surface not inverted. Operator removed spoon.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall tiles are cracked in warewashing area.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution in wait station area not at proper minimum strength. Reading 10ppm. Employee added chlorine. Re checked. 50ppm
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution in wait station area stored on the floor.
Dec 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 32 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority13 Intermediate17 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Dry-storage shelf a. 4lb can of oyster sauce b. 5lb can of hoisin sauce c. 6lb can of baby corn d. Four 6lb cans of bamboo shoots. e. Unlabeled #10 can
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Thank you grocery bags used to stored food in pan in walk-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. Will email DBPR Form 5030-165. Big 6 Foodborne illnesses.
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.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Walk-in cooler a. Tofu
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. Will email DBPR Form 5030-104. Cleanup Of Vomit and Diarrheal Events.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda machine ice chute, and soda diffusers located in wait station are soiled with mold-like substance
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/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sinks near wok grill and warewashing area. Operator placed paper towels at hand wash sinks.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for two employees 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.
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. Two employees have been employed for over 60 days and operator has no proof of employee training. Two recently hired employees. Will email DBPR Form 5030-103. Employee Health Food Reporting Agreement.
Person in charge unable to answer basic questions about allergens. Will email DBPR Form 5030-038. Eight major allergens.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Two spray bottles containing chemicals, hanging on drain boards on three-compartment sink are not labeled. Two spray bottles containing chemicals near hand wash sink in wait station area are not labeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of both ice machine/bins in located in kitchen.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. 5 Cutting boards on shelf above sink near mop sink.
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. Dry-storage shelf a. 4lb can of oyster sauce b. 5lb can of hoisin sauce c. 6lb can of baby corn d. Four 6lb cans of bamboo shoots. e. Unlabeled #10 can
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee can of Red Bull on shelf with single-serve items near wok grill. Operator discarded drink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on prep table in prep area.
Equipment in poor repair. Bottom shelf of prep tables near wok grill and walk-in cooler are rusted.
Food stored on floor. Walk-in cooler a. Multiple containers of sauces are stored on floor.
Ice buildup in or walk-in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on pipe in front of wok grill. Operator removed tongs.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in warewashing area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on all reach-in cooler doors in food preparation.
Stored food not covered. Dry-storage shelf a. Container of cornstarch b. Container of rice. Operator covered items. Walk-in cooler a. Raw bean sprouts
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Faucet at hand wash sink near dishmachine is leaking.
Wet wiping cloth stored on reach-in cooler in prep area not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
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