PARK & REC
344 1 AVE SOUTH, Saint Petersburg FL 33701 · 727-245-9100
Last inspected Jul 10, 2026 · 7 visits since December 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Live, small flying insects found 1 fly during inspection in dry storage room.
★ 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--2018063753 | Nov 26, 2018 | Mar 12, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 10, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Reach in deli cooler cutting board stained yellow and black.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary test kit observed.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
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 deli cooler next to pizza oven not maintaining 41 or below.
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Equipment in poor repair. Handle missing on deli cooler lid. Gaskets torn on reach in cooler next to pizza oven.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Left door of reach in cooler.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Reach in deli cooler next to pizza oven.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in deli cooler soiled.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Interior of reach in deli cooler next to pizza oven.
Jun 26, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Food items stored inside reach in deli cooler: raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding); chili (46F - Cold Holding); shredded mozzarella cheese (46F - Cold Holding) The operator stated that the kitchen was closed yesterday and only the bar was operating. At the time of the inspection, food temperatures had not yet been taken because staff hadn't arrived and the operator was still preparing for opening. Food items were voluntarily discarded.
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. Operator normally has Vomiting and Diarrheal Events kits that he orders off Amazon and was recently used yesterday. The inspector provided the operator a Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (DBPR HR 5030-104) form to have as a back up. The establishment carries chlorine, the chemical associate with the form.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Reach in deli cooler cutting board stained yellow and black.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked with boxes of chemicals. The operator stated that was placed there last night. Discussed moving it.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary test kit observed.
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 employee present at the time of the inspection. No training can be accessed. Operator will email the inspector employee training certificates.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with light yellow liquid substance hanging above three compartment sink.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
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 deli cooler next to pizza oven not maintaining 41 or below.
Equipment in poor repair. Handle missing on deli cooler lid. Gaskets torn on reach in cooler next to pizza oven.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Left door of reach in cooler.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Reach in deli cooler next to pizza oven.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in deli cooler soiled.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Interior of reach in deli cooler next to pizza oven.
Dec 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 1-6 Lb 9 oz can of Ground Tomatoes 2-6 Lb 9 oz Marinara sauce
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained in kitchen area.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary test kit not observed.
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 employee training certificate for Taylor H. completion date 6/21/2025 through Food Safety First. No other training certificates could be provided.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Sticky trap inside control device stored over shelf above single utility sink. Operator removed sticky paper.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Grooved white cutting boards in kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Boxes of fryer oil stored on floor next to ice machine.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. At bottom of reach in deli cooler next to pizza oven.
Jun 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found 1 fly during inspection in dry storage room.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Deli cooler Pico. 50 degrees Cut leafy greens 51 degrees Moved to reach in freezer Retemp Pico 38 degrees Cut leafy greens 40 degrees
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Dec 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink across from dish machine blocked by supplies. Manager moved supplies.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in rear storage area. Manager replaced.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machines located in East and West bars have mold like substances.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Accumulation of approximately 35 dead and trapped flies in light control device.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tanks behind walk in cooler of West bar not properly secured.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Open dumpster lid.
May 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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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 by 3 ice machines at West bar. Manager replaced.
No soap provided at handwash sink at handwash sink by 3 ice machines at West bar. Manager replaced.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled bottle of sanitizer in kitchen. Manager labeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machines outside walk in cooler by West bar have mold like substances.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tanks not properly secured outside West bar area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom in East side women's restroom.
Open dumpster lid.
Dec 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate5 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 is currently sanitizing at 0 ppm chlorine. Manager was aware and is conducting sanitization in three compartment sink at 200 ppm quaternary.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Mop sink behind beer walk in cooler in storage area lacks a vacuum breaker.
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. No paper towels at hand wash sinks in kitchen, outside walk in cooler and ware washing area. Employee stocked all hand wash sinks with paper towels.
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.
Wash solution in spray-type chemical warewasher less than 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Chlorine sanitizing dish machine only reaches 75.2 F. Chlorine sanitizing dish machine now reaches 123.4 F
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machines behind West bar storage area have mold like substances.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tanks in rear storage area behind West bar not properly secured.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets for East bar in ware washing area not stored inverted.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single service to go pans not inverted for protection. Manager stored properly.
Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguishers behind West bar on floor by dish machine.
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.