RED TIKI BAR AND GRILL
7361 46 AVE N, Saint Petersburg FL 33709 · 727-914-8928
Last inspected Aug 4, 2026 · 19 visits since July 2023
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≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach in kitchen area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025041962 | Mar 4, 2025 | Jul 22, 2025 | $800 |
| 3--2024066526 | Nov 7, 2024 | Jan 14, 2025 | $400 |
| 3--2022050323 | Oct 5, 2022 | Jan 6, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
19 visits, newest first
Aug 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. #10 can red and green pepper strips with sharp dent in seam
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Triple Sink (Quaternary 500ppm, retested at 200PPM) Operator diluted solution.
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 behind bar almost empty not dated marked, operator could not determine when it had been opened. Operator voluntarily discarded.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -hood system soiled with grease - ceiling tiles in kitchen have accumulation of dust
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer on prep line
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Reach-in coolers throughout kitchen interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Jan 14, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found 1 live fly in dry storage area near kitchen exit
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -open containers of fish spread, tzatziki, and potato salad lacking date marking. All were out of temp and stop saled.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -knife on magnetic strip soiled with food debris
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -reach in freezer handles soiled with grease, dirt and food debris.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Hood ventilation system soiled with accumulation of grease
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Sides of cook line equipment soiled with grease and food debris
Jan 13, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Dented cans present. See stop sale.
Live, small flying insects found 1 live fly in dry storage area near kitchen exit
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw beef being stored in contact with ready to eat deli meats, all packaged.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on floor in women's restroom on its back
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. shredded cheddar (50F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (47F - Cold Holding); shredded mozzarella (45F - Cold Holding); tomatoes (77F - Cold Holding); grilled chicken (45F - Cold Holding); cooked bell peppers (46F - Cold Holding); fish spread (46F - Cold Holding); tzatziki sauce (46F - Cold Holding); cooked wings (45F - Cold Holding); provolone cheese (50F - Cold Holding); cheese curds (45F - Cold Holding) Deli cooler on cook line had ambient temperature of 52 F when I got here, has increased to 60F. All items had been stored in unit overnight, and no temperatures had been taken today by the operator. Time in danger zone temperatures could not be determined, stop sale issued.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Triple Sink (Quaternary 500ppm). Operator diluted to 200 PPM.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -open containers of fish spread, tzatziki, and potato salad lacking date marking. All were out of temp and stop saled.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -knife on magnetic strip soiled with food debris
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Operator used handwash sink in kitchen to rinse probe thermometer.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. - hand wash sink by walk in beer cooler has no hot running water Operator turned hot water back on to sink.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -reach in freezer handles soiled with grease, dirt and food debris.
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. Deli cooler on cook line had ambient temperature of 52 F when I got here, has increased to 60F. All items had been stored in unit overnight, and no temperatures had been taken today by the operator. Time in danger zone temperatures could not be determined, stop sale issued.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach under dry storage rack by kitchen exit 4 dead roaches in left reach in freezer door near kitchen exit 1 dead roach under cook line equipment 2 dead roaches in bathroom next to liquor room 4 dead roaches in office/ dry storage areas off kitchen 1 dead roach by employee refrigerator in mop sink area/ break room 1 dead roach on floor behind bar 1 dead roach on floor in beer walk in cooler
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Reach in coolers in office have restaurant food and employee food commingling with no obvious delineation or separation.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Hood ventilation system soiled with accumulation of grease
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Sides of cook line equipment soiled with grease and food debris
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed.
Jul 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling in kitchen acoustic tiles.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled under turbo chef oven in corner of kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Tiles in disrepair in interior bar.
- From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. 2 small fryers in use not under hood system.
Jul 14, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Live Bed bug in chair crease in interior bar.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw fish in reach in freezer. Employee moved raw chicken to lower shelf.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Pulled pork dated 7-3-2025 in reach in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Pulled pork dated 7-3-2025.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1 rodent dropping on chair in interior bar.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled with food debris build up. Employee cleaned can opener.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle of cleaner in kitchen. Employee labeled cleaner.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling in kitchen acoustic tiles.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled under turbo chef oven in corner of kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Tiles in disrepair in interior bar.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled on deli reach in cooler on cook line.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. 2 small fryers in use not under hood system.
May 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceilings in kitchen cook line and food prep area acoustic tiles.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in deli cooler not holding temperature of 41F or below.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. No seating change approval provided.
- From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Deep fryers not under hood system.
May 8, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Dented can of pulled pork and clam chowder on dry storage shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. sliced tomato (48F - Cold Holding); cut leafy greens (50F - Cold Holding); sliced Swiss cheese (51F - Cold Holding); tzatziki sauce (47F - Cold Holding) in reach in deli cooler. retemped sliced tomato (46F - Cold Holding); cut leafy greens (45F - Cold Holding); sliced Swiss cheese (44F - Cold Holding); tzatziki sauce (45F - Cold Holding); Employee moved foods to reach in freezer for quick chill.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards soiled and stain deli reach in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Taco beef made 5-7 no date mark. Employee dated taco beef.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach in cooler equipment in kitchen handles soiled with food debris.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceilings in kitchen cook line and food prep area acoustic tiles.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach in wall and door jam in kitchen behind steam table.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on cutting boards soiled in kitchen. Employee removed drink.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in deli cooler not holding temperature of 41F or below.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. No seating change approval provided.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of vantco oven soiled with burnt on food debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign at outside bar area. Employee placed sign at tiki bar. Employee replaced sign at hand sink.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer shelves soiled with food debris on cook line.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Paper trays not inverted on shelf in kitchen. Employee inverted.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Deep fryers not under hood system.
Mar 5, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Tracking powder pesticide used inside establishment throughout kitchen area.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb outside hose next to lady's room.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained with food debris.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Spoke to plan review regarding if plans have been submitted and no plans have been submitted for the 2 ice machines moved outside back area and a bar and stage with seating outside rear doors.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on multiple equipment and door handles in kitchen area
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas in kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Side of fryers and flat top has heavy grease buildup. Multiple gaskets soiled with food debris.
Open dumpster lid.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust I'm kitchen area.
- From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Fryers on cook line.
Mar 4, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 29 violations recorded, 7 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
7 High priority9 Intermediate13 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Approximately 20 live flies on discarded boxes near beer walk in cooler at left side of bar near beer taps
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 5 live roaches under 3 compartment sink in kitchen 1 live roach on middle of floor in kitchen 3 live roaches bottom of doorway under steam table 1 live roach under hand sink in kitchen area. 1 live roach under fryers
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 4 rodent droppings under tables in dining area near dartboards 4 rodent droppings under pos cabinet at bar
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. slice tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (48F - Cold Holding). Employee placed items in stand up cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. ground beef (75F - Hot Holding). Employee reheated meat.
Tracking powder pesticide used inside establishment throughout kitchen area.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb outside hose next to lady's room.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained with food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
Interference/obstruction with the inspector's right of entry and access at any reasonable time.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in outside bar area.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Spoke to plan review regarding if plans have been submitted and no plans have been submitted for the 2 ice machines moved outside back area and a bar and stage with seating outside rear doors.
No soap provided at handwash sink at outside bar area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pasta made 3-4-2025 no date marking.
Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Water at 78F at outside bar area.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on multiple equipment and door handles in kitchen area
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas in kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead roaches under 3 compartment sink. 1 dead roach in door jam of kitchen door 1 dead roach under ice well at bar 1 dead roach in bucket of water at entrance of beer walk in cooler
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Cans of beer on floor in walk in cooler
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Ice scoop outside by ice machine on dirty surfaces.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven soiled with food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Side of fryers and flat top has heavy grease buildup. Multiple gaskets soiled with food debris.
Open dumpster lid.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust I'm kitchen area.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Fryers on cook line.
Jan 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Fryer baskets soiled with food build up, soda guns in bar area soiled with black mold like debris, cutting boards on deli reach in cooler stained.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. 2 Outdoor ice machines added. They are covered and locked not listed on plan review. Also Tiki bar and stage added on exterior rear that are not on the submitted plans. Called and spoke to Plan reviewer Cindy No plans submitted.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic tiles in kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in kitchen and bar soiled with food debris.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Pizza Oven interior soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fryers soiled on sides.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Multiple foods in reach in cooler no labels.
Nov 7, 2024Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Fryer baskets soiled with food build up, soda guns in bar area soiled with black mold like debris, cutting boards on deli reach in cooler stained.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. 2 Outdoor ice machines added. They are covered and locked not listed on plan review. Also Tiki bar and stage added on exterior rear that are not on the submitted plans. Called and spoke to Plan reviewer Cindy No plans submitted.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic tiles in kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in kitchen and bar soiled with food debris.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Pizza Oven interior soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fryers soiled on sides.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in bottom orphanage reach in beer cooler in bar.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Multiple foods in reach in cooler no labels.
Nov 7, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 16 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee put on gloves no hand wash. Educated employee and he washed hands and put on clean gloves.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 7 rodent dropping under unused ice machine inside near kitchen door, 2 rodent droppings on floor in kitchen behind freezer 2 rodent droppings on floor under fryer 3 rodent droppings on floor in bar area under 3 compartment sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Fryer baskets soiled with food build up, soda guns in bar area soiled with black mold like debris, cutting boards on deli reach in cooler stained.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Boxes of bottles blocking hand sink in bar area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand sink. Employee placed paper towels at hand sink.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. 2 Outdoor ice machines added. They are covered and locked not listed on plan review. Also Tiki bar and stage added on exterior rear that are not on the submitted plans. Called and spoke to Plan reviewer Cindy No plans submitted.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Steak cooked on 11-4 no date mark. Employee dated steak.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portion cup in tomato sauce for dispensing. Employee removed portion cup.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic tiles in kitchen.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor in dry storage area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in kitchen and bar soiled with food debris.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in chest freezer in kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Pizza Oven interior soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fryers soiled on sides.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in bottom orphanage reach in beer cooler in bar.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Multiple foods in reach in cooler no labels.
May 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained in kitchen. Oven soiled with food debris. Fry baskets soiled with buildup grease. Unteils soiled with grease buildup in kitchen handing next to fryers.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cases of empty bottles in front of hand sink by beer cooler door.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Multiple equipment door handles soiled with residue.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In kitchen prep area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards in kitchen area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors heavily soiled in kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled with food debris Fryers, ovens in kitchen heavily soiled with grease Sprayed nozzle above 3 compartment sink soiled with mold like substance
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls in kitchen area soiled with dust.
Mar 6, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Case of raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding). Manage moved item to freezer.
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.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained in kitchen. Oven soiled with food debris. Fry baskets soiled with buildup grease. Unteils soiled with grease buildup in kitchen handing next to fryers.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cases of empty bottles in front of hand sink by beer cooler door.
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.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Multiple equipment door handles soiled with residue.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In kitchen prep area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards in kitchen area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors heavily soiled in kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled with food debris Fryers, ovens in kitchen heavily soiled with grease Sprayed nozzle above 3 compartment sink soiled with mold like substance
Open dumpster lid.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls in kitchen area soiled with dust.
Feb 27, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority7 Intermediate9 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 1- 10oz Collard greens can dented
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach in kitchen area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Case of raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding). Manage moved item to freezer.
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.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained in kitchen. Oven soiled with food debris. Fry baskets soiled with buildup grease. Unteils soiled with grease buildup in kitchen handing next to fryers.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cases of empty bottles in front of hand sink by beer cooler door.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked meat in reach in bled more the. 24 hours.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles outside bar area not identified.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Multiple equipment door handles soiled with residue.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In kitchen prep area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards in kitchen area.
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. 1- 10oz Collard greens can dented
Dead roaches on premises. 8 dead roaches in back dry storage under shelves. Manager cleaned area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors heavily soiled in kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled with food debris Fryers, ovens in kitchen heavily soiled with grease Sprayed nozzle above 3 compartment sink soiled with mold like substance
Open dumpster lid.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls in kitchen area soiled with dust.
Oct 24, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards soiled. Fry baskets are soiled. Spatula soiled with food debris.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Outdoor ice machine is soiled with mold like substance.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tiles in kitchen are not smooth and easily cleanable.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets on ice machines outside of kitchen door not inverted for protection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board has cut marks is no longer cleanable
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets on reach in coolers in kitchen.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gaps beneath front and rear doors.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple reach in cooler gaskets and door panels are soiled with food debris.
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls in kitchen are soiled with food debris.
Sep 19, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards soiled. Fry baskets are soiled. Spatula soiled with food debris.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Outdoor ice machine is soiled with mold like substance.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tiles in kitchen are not smooth and easily cleanable.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets on ice machines outside of kitchen door not inverted for protection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board has cut marks is no longer cleanable
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets on reach in coolers in kitchen.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gaps beneath front and rear doors.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple reach in cooler gaskets and door panels are soiled with food debris.
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls in kitchen are soiled with food debris.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottle not labeled at cook line. Squeeze bottles water and oil.
Jul 25, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate14 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Cook came back into the kitchen and began to reheat beef but didn't wash hands.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly in restaurant just inside front door not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards soiled. Fry baskets are soiled. Spatula soiled with food debris.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Outdoor ice machines added. They are covered and locked, but not listed on plan review however.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Outdoor ice machine is soiled with mold like substance.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tiles in kitchen are not smooth and easily cleanable.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets on ice machines outside of kitchen door not inverted for protection.
Clean linens soiled with food residue.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board has cut marks is no longer cleanable
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach just inside front door to restaurant. Manager removed and sanitized the area.
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets on reach in coolers in kitchen.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gaps beneath front and rear doors.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles in kitchen in disrepair.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave and toaster oven in kitchen soiled with food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple reach in cooler gaskets and door panels are soiled with food debris.
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls in kitchen are soiled with food debris.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottle not labeled at cook line. Squeeze bottles water and oil.
Jul 20, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 30 recorded, 9 high priority.
9 High priority4 Intermediate17 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Cook came back into the kitchen and began to reheat beef but didn't wash hands.
Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee drinking from personal drink and then proceeded to prepare food without washing hands.
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Raw chicken wings with mold growth prepped with no date marking in stand up cooler. Operator can not determine when the wings were prepped. Stop sale issued.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly in restaurant just inside front door not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 3 dead bugs on back side of corner restaurant booth. Manager removed and sanitized the area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over pretzels in stand up reach in cooler. Manager stored correctly.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Raw chicken wings with mold growth prepped with no date marking in stand up cooler. Operator can not determine when the wings were prepped. Stop sale issued.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 3 rodent droppings in electrical panel in dining room area. Manager removed rodent droppings and sanitized the area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In stand up reach in cooler: raw wings (50F - Cold Holding) Manager moved wings to freezer. Temperature taken again raw wings 38 F.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards soiled. Fry baskets are soiled. Spatula soiled with food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink outside of bar walk in cooler blocked by boxes and carts. Manager removed boxes and carts.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Outdoor ice machines added. They are covered and locked, but not listed on plan review however.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Batteries not working on towel dispenser, employee changed batteries
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Outdoor ice machine is soiled with mold like substance.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tiles in kitchen are not smooth and easily cleanable.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets on ice machines outside of kitchen door not inverted for protection.
Clean linens soiled with food residue.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board has cut marks is no longer cleanable
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach just inside front door to restaurant. Manager removed and sanitized the area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on clean plates.
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets on reach in coolers in kitchen.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gaps beneath front and rear doors.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles in kitchen in disrepair.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave and toaster oven in kitchen soiled with food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple reach in cooler gaskets and door panels are soiled with food debris.
Open dumpster lid.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee ice tea bottle in stand up cooler.
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls in kitchen are soiled with food debris.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottle not labeled at cook line. Squeeze bottles water and oil.
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