NOT A CLUE BAR & GRILL
5790 ALLIGATOR LAKE SHORE W, St. Cloud FL 34771 · 407.715.7333
Last inspected Jul 16, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2024065135 | Aug 21, 2024 | Mar 13, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 16, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority6 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager certificate expired 1/26
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towel at only hand washing sink next to triple sink. Operator placed paper towel by sink
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. Printed operator handout
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Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Degreaser in generic spray bottle no label under triple sink
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on reach in coolers
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. At flattop grill,fryers and by triple sink
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Chest freezer by exit door
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave on prep table next to fryers
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In all reach in coolers
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of reach in coolers in facility
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall behind flat top grill,fryers and prep table next to fryers
Jul 14, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 21 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority7 Intermediate11 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. cut tomatoes,cut lettuce,sour cream all temping between 54F-58F per operator items were in reach in cooler overnight
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Ham,cheese and turkey temping between 56F-60F per operator bought from reach in cooler to cooks line,operator placed in other reach in cooler: cut tomatoes,cut lettuce,sour cream all temping between 54F-58F per operator items were in reach in cooler overnight
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Clorox spray bottle stored next to sugar on prep table where can opener is stored,employee moved to triple sink
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager certificate expired 1/26
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on make table at cooks line
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towel at only hand washing sink next to triple sink. Operator placed paper towel by sink
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. Printed operator handout
Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Degreaser in generic spray bottle no label under triple sink
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Reach in cooler at cooks line
Dead roaches on premises. One dead roach by water heater
Employee phone on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Operator moved phone to back pocket
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged in food prep with hair down and no hat or hair net. Employee put hair in bun
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on reach in coolers
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. At flattop grill,fryers and by triple sink
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Chest freezer by exit door
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave on prep table next to fryers
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In all reach in coolers
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of reach in coolers in facility
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall behind flat top grill,fryers and prep table next to fryers
May 11, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired April 1st 2024 Observed open and operating
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Thomas Brown issued 1-27-21
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen handwashing sink
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Next to soda rack at bar
Food stored on floor. Water bottles on floor at bar
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer next to reach in cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Outside grease trap exterior Fan covers in beer cooler Handwashing sink at bar
Mar 11, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired April 1st 2024 Observed open and operating
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Thomas Brown issued 1-27-21
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen handwashing sink
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.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Next to soda rack at bar
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Purse on top of soda boxes at bar
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Over hot holding equipment on prep table Operator moved equipment
Food stored on floor. Water bottles on floor at bar
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer next to reach in cooler
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At kitchen handwashing sink and in men's restroom Emailed operator sign
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Outside grease trap exterior Fan covers in beer cooler Handwashing sink at bar
Aug 21, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Frozen chicken in ziploc bags stored over sausage also in ziplock bag at white reach in freezer by kitchen door
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 at reach in cooler next to chest freezer.Per operator does not know when it was opened
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on make table at cooks line
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink by triple sink blocked by cleaning implements
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Next to in use grease receptacle
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters above fryers
Jan 22, 2024Inspection 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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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade moderately soiled.
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Minor amount of mold like substance.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Hood and hood filters heavily soiled.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Carton of potato type chips on floor next to upright freezer in kitchen.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Double door stainless unit in kitchen- Moderately soiled
Oct 10, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Shell eggs over raw ground beef
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths Quaternary Educated and operator took picture
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Inspector provided one
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Ice bucket/shovel stored not inverted
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters. Scheduled to be cleaned
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken thawing in still water. Chicken still frozen Educated
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.