PINEAPPLE ESPRESSO
3045 DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR ST N, Saint Petersburg FL 33704 · 727-479-7512
Last inspected Jul 14, 2026 · 9 visits since December 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 30 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly in the kitchen area. Flew out drive thru.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towels observed ed lining washed produce inside walk-in cooler.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Cooked sausage observed cooling covered in walk-in cooler. Item was uncovered to encourage proper cooling parameters are met.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink observed being used to fill a gallon water bottle. Additionally hand wash sink had a water filtration system attached. Inspector discussed issue with operator and requirements for handwash sinks to be used for only washing hands.
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Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Solution was stored on the floor under a prep table upon entrance into the kitchen. Wiping cloth was elevated and stored correctly on the bottom shelf of prep table.
Jan 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink used to store dish soap items were removed.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Establishment utilizing time as a public health control for the reach-in cooler located on the West wall of kitchen. Establishment utilizes a three hour period rather than four and discards items at each rotation. Inspector will provide written application and guidelines for operator.
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Jul 28, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Jul 23, 2025Call 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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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator stated they recently completed training, however has no proof of completion.
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. Only training observed is for Laurie Oconnor and Laz Navarro. Employees lacking proof of training are as follows: Ming Newell Hayden Page Audrey Anderson All employees employed over 60 days.
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Jul 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. (1) one live fly observed in kitchen. Not observed landing on food contact surfaces. Call to Supervisor Craig who advised to educate operator.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towels used to cover cooked bacon on cook-line.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach-in cooler next to flat top the following temperatures were recorded: dill cream cheese (47F - Cold Holding) whipped ricotta (48F - Cold Holding) Inside the walk-in cooler the following temperatures were recorded: cream cheese (47F - Cold Holding) cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding) hummus (47F - Cold Holding) Operator advised the items in the reach-in cooler were recently filled from the walk-in cooler. Operator stated the walk-in was functioning correctly, however was set to defrost prior to the beginning of the inspection at 0900. Operator stated the ambient temperature of the walk-in cooler was 39F when the establishment opened at 0700. Operator placed above captioned items on ice and the following retemps were taken: dill cream cheese (38F - Cold Holding) whipped ricotta (37F - Cold Holding) cream cheese (43F - Cold Holding) cooked chicken (41F - Cold Holding) hummus (43F - Cold Holding)
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator stated they recently completed training, however has no proof of completion.
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. Only training observed is for Laurie Oconnor and Laz Navarro. Employees lacking proof of training are as follows: Ming Newell Hayden Page Audrey Anderson All employees employed over 60 days.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed during inspection.
Feb 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Trifold paper towels out of hand dispenser used on cooks line foods as a food contact surface Paper towels used to line washed greens in walk in cooler
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Liquid chemical stored above boxes of gloves out of cases in dry storage shed
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/
Aug 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly in the kitchen area. Flew out drive thru.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. 3 eggs in crate Broken in walk in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained.
Mar 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ One manager with Tara with expired CFM, other valid manager certificates provided
Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area. Outdoor ice machine not secured when not in use.
Dec 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Operator relocated winder properly
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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.