REMINGTON'S STEAK AND SEAFOOD
2836 E BEARSS AVE, Tampa FL 33613 · 4808182337
Last inspected May 15, 2026 · 13 visits since August 2023
SEP 23
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 4 live roaches in disc
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023063615 | Sep 11, 2023 | Jan 16, 2024 | $600 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
May 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on several tiles in the cook line and dish washing area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in walk in beer cooler.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair at kitchen entrance.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Grease build up around, under and on cook line cooking equipment.
Mar 17, 2026□ 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/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust soiled and water stained ceiling tiles in the kitchen in the food prep and cooking area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in the kitchen entrance area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood system filters being soiled with grease build up.
Jan 6, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed expired manager certification for Phyllis Abell expired on 05/11/25.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at handwashing sinks in the kitchen and back prep area. Employee replaced paper towel.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Establishment is vacuum sealing their own raw meats with approved plans. Observed the vacuum sealing machine being plodded in, in the walk in cooler and several vacuum sealed meat packages. Discussed with employee and they confront vacuum sealing is being done on premises occasionally.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust soiled and water stained ceiling tiles in the kitchen in the food prep and cooking area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee beverage on the back prep table. Drink was removed.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in the kitchen entrance area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood system filters being soiled with grease build up.
Reach-in freezer and cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues in the kitchen and in the bar area.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler in bar area.
Oct 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed grease build up on a waffle maker on cook line. Observed soiled fan guards in the walk in cooler.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed non smooth ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tiles in the dish washing area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles with dust buildup and soiled with water stains.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed broken cove molding in the entrance to the kitchen by the bar area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken air curtain in the walk in cooler. Observed broken gasket on the bottom of the wall in cooler door.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing/broken floor tiles by the walk in cooler and front bar area.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed unused equipment stored in the back of the establishment.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed several leaking pipes in the dish washing area. Observed leaking pipes at the hand wash sink next to dish washing area. Observed a leaking faucet at the three compartment sink and hand washing sink near the ice machine.
Sep 25, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked chicken prepped on 09/14/24 temping at (47F - Cold Holding). Employee stated that they were getting ready to discard the item. Stop sale issued.
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 of employee training observed. Currently on a pending call back
Ceiling/ceiling tile, floors shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed non smooth, damaged and water stained ceiling tiles in the kitchen by the prep area, storage area, and the dish washing area. Observed a broken floor tile next the walk in cooler. Observed broken cove molding by the entrance of the kitchen near the ice machine.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed a broken air curtain in the walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets to the walk in cooler. Observed grease build up around the cooking equipment. Observed the microwave exterior being soiled with grease/food debris build up. Observed a soiled door handle to a reach in freezer on the cook line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in the reach in cooler in the outside bar area.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed storage equipment not in use being stored outside behind the dumpster enclosure.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle and very slow draining water in handwash sink. Observed leaking faucet at the hand wash sink next to the ice machine. Observed leaking pipes at the hand wash sink in the back area next to the dish washing machine. Observed leaking pipes and leaking faucet at the three compartment sink next to dish machine. Observed a slow draining hand washing sink by the hand washing sink next to the ice machine.
Sep 24, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked chicken prepped on 09/14/24 temping at (47F - Cold Holding). Employee stated that they were getting ready to discard the item. Stop sale issued.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed sliced tomatoes prepped on 09/20/24 temping at (45F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken prepped on 09/14/24 temping at (47F - Cold Holding); and 2 container of shredded cheese prepped on 09/19/24 and 9/22/24 both temping at (46F - Cold Holding). Stop Sale Issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced tomatoes prepped on 09/20/24 temping at (45F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken prepped on 09/14/24 temping at (47F - Cold Holding); and 2 container of shredded cheese prepped on 09/19/24 and 9/22/24 both temping at (46F - Cold Holding). Stop Sale Issued.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the inside of the soda gun dispenser soiled with a black mold-like substance.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed soiled towels stored in the hand washing sink in the outside bar area.
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 of employee training observed. Currently on a pending call back
Ceiling/ceiling tile, floors shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed non smooth, damaged and water stained ceiling tiles in the kitchen by the prep area, storage area, and the dish washing area. Observed a broken floor tile next the walk in cooler. Observed broken cove molding by the entrance of the kitchen near the ice machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with cut marks all throughout.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee drink with no lid on a clean prep table in the back prep area next to the cook line.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed a broken air curtain in the walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets to the walk in cooler. Observed grease build up around the cooking equipment. Observed the microwave exterior being soiled with grease/food debris build up. Observed a soiled door handle to a reach in freezer on the cook line.
Open dumpster lid.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in the reach in cooler in the outside bar area.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed storage equipment not in use being stored outside behind the dumpster enclosure.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle and very slow draining water in handwash sink. Observed leaking faucet at the hand wash sink next to the ice machine. Observed leaking pipes at the hand wash sink in the back area next to the dish washing machine. Observed leaking pipes and leaking faucet at the three compartment sink next to dish machine. Observed a slow draining hand washing sink by the hand washing sink next to the ice machine.
Aug 30, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority5 Intermediate12 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed grease build up on a waffle maker on cook line. Observed soiled fan guards in the walk in cooler.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Manager not able to provide chemical test kit.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Manager unable to provide thermometer.
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. No proof of training for some employees.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed expired employee food training.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed build up on the handles to the reach in freezer and microwaves on the cook line
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed non smooth ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tiles in the dish washing area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles with dust buildup and soiled with water stains.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed broken cove molding in the entrance to the kitchen by the bar area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken air curtain in the walk in cooler. Observed broken gasket on the bottom of the wall in cooler door.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease build up on the floors by the frying station.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing/broken floor tiles by the walk in cooler and front bar area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed food debris in the interior of both microwaves on the cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled shelves in the walk in cooler. Observed soiled gasket on the door in the walk in cooler. Observed grease build up on the side of the fryer and stove on cook line.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed unused equipment stored in the back of the establishment.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed several leaking pipes in the dish washing area. Observed leaking pipes at the hand wash sink next to dish washing area. Observed a leaking faucet at the three compartment sink and hand washing sink near the ice machine.
Aug 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority8 Intermediate14 Basic
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Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed one live lizard in the hallway near the beer cooler. Manager removed lizard.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach in the dish washing area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed grease build up on a waffle maker on cook line. Observed soiled fan guards in the walk in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand towels and unlabeled spray bottle in the hand washing sink in the outside bar area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a hand wash sink being used as a dumping sink near the ice machine, observed lime halves at the bottom of the sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Manager not able to provide chemical test kit.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Manager unable to provide thermometer.
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. No proof of training for some employees.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed expired employee food training.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed an unlabeled spray bottle in the hand wash sink in the outside bar area.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed build up on the handles to the reach in freezer and microwaves on the cook line
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed non smooth ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tiles in the dish washing area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles with dust buildup and soiled with water stains.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed broken cove molding in the entrance to the kitchen by the bar area.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach next to the back exit door
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken air curtain in the walk in cooler. Observed broken gasket on the bottom of the wall in cooler door.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in the missing floor tiles by the walk in cooler door.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease build up on the floors by the frying station.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing/broken floor tiles by the walk in cooler and front bar area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed food debris in the interior of both microwaves on the cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled shelves in the walk in cooler. Observed soiled gasket on the door in the walk in cooler. Observed grease build up on the side of the fryer and stove on cook line.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed unused equipment stored in the back of the establishment.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed several leaking pipes in the dish washing area. Observed leaking pipes at the hand wash sink next to dish washing area. Observed a leaking faucet at the three compartment sink and hand washing sink near the ice machine.
Sep 15, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. breakfast menu served with poached eggs and eggs cooked to order. Patty melt and burgers cooked to order not identified on menu. Operator confirmed menu items cooked to order but advisory observed was on back wall behind counter and unable to fully read advisory
Sep 11, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Sep 11, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 11 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Evidence of wastewater dumped onto ground. Observed grey wastewater from wet dry vac dumped on ground right outside of back door.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 4 live roaches in disc
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 10 rodent droppings on floor on right side of storage rack by back door.
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Observed grey waste water with food debris coming up from floor drain in front of walk in cooler door. Observed the water actively backing up when the dish machine and hand sinks are running. observed employee walking through waste water trying to clean it up. Had employee block off area, which would allow access to dish area, but would not be able to wash dishes without having more water back up.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold like substance in dish rack with clean glasses. Observed molded potatoes in beer cooler.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. breakfast menu served with poached eggs and eggs cooked to order. Patty melt and burgers cooked to order not identified on menu. Operator confirmed menu items cooked to order but advisory observed was on back wall behind counter and unable to fully read advisory
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. On cook line
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. observed several pieces of reach in coolers and beer cooler on cook line not operational
Cove molding at floor and wall juncture missing by back door, by soda bibs.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. observed missing floor grout in dish area.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed prep sinks next to dish and walk in area not operational
Aug 23, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 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. Operator ran and primed machine. Operator set up 3 Compartment sink using chlorine at. 100 ppm.
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.
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.
Inside/outside of dumpster not clean. Trash debris around dumpster.
Open dumpster lid.
Aug 14, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 6 lb can of fruit cocktail with dent on top seam. Operator removed from area.
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. Operator ran and primed machine. Operator set up 3 Compartment sink using chlorine at. 100 ppm.
Hot time/temperature control for safety food received at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Jamison Sauce 128F. cooked carrots 128F. Hot holding Cook re-heated. Temperatures retaken approximately 30 mins later: Jamison sauce 149F and cooked carrots 166F hot holding.
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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink near walk in cooler with debris inside.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink near the mop sink. Operator place paper towels at sink.
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.
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. Dented 6 lb can of fruit cocktail.
Inside/outside of dumpster not clean. Trash debris around dumpster.
Open dumpster lid.
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