SELLERS & CO
1710 N HERCULES AVE STE 114, Clearwater FL 33765 · 7274660502
Last inspected Jul 15, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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JUL 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 26 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. - 2 rodent droppings on floor behind reach in freezer in cook line area - 20 rodent droppings behind walk in cooler in back kitchen- operator removed rodent droppings and cleaned and sanitized area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023058340 | Sep 22, 2023 | Nov 20, 2023 | $400 |
| 3--2015006203 | Jan 5, 2015 | Apr 8, 2015 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. - grits at 121 F at steam table for an hour. Reviewed with manager the use of deep pans and additional heated water at steam table to maintain 135 F or higher temperatures Employee reheated grits to 167F
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at cook line. Reviewed with manager hand wash sinks must remain stocked at all times. Manager placed paper towels in dispenser
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Reviewed with cook and manager to regularly monitor food temperatures.
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Floors not maintained smooth and durable in kitchen areas -Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage and ware washing areas -Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage and warewashing areas. Reviewed with the manager
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice bin in the right corner area in the front counter area. Reviewed with manager
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Employee relocated tongs
Dec 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine stored in cooler with bottles of soda in back kitchen area. Reviewed with manager, he stored inside a closed container.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Butter at 58F in pull top reach in cooler, reviewed with manager not to have above fill line, he relocated butter to other cooler. Retemp 42F (corrected on site) -Cole slaw at 46F; retemp 45F; retemp again at 40F, sliced tomatoes at 46F, retemp 42F (corrected on site), sausage gravy at 46F; retemp 46F; retemp again at 38F, all located in standing reach in cooler across from walk in cooler. Manager had hot potatoes cooling in same fridge as well as pulled them out for use. Manager relocated them to walk in cooler. Cole slaw and sausage gravy were relocated to reach in freezer for quick cool down.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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. Carlos and Celia have no proof. Spoke to manager about getting them training. Manager is ordering safe staff booklets.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed brown staining in interior of ice machine next to soda machine. Manager cleaned ice machine.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Located next to soda machine in kitchen
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in cook line area
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed purse next to single service items under prep table. Manager moved purse.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris in drain of hand washing sink. Manager cleaned sink
Stored food not covered. Observed tea bags and pre-set up coffee in filers with coffee inside uncovered. Manager covered both.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed unlabeled bottles on cook line.
Apr 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Quaternary at 400 ppm, manufacturers instructions is to be at 200 ppm. Reviewed with manager. Employee changed solution. Recheck 200 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. Reviewed with manager
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in dishwashing area. Reviewed with manager. Employee labeled spray bottle
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation and food storage In front counter area. Reviewed with manager.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee keys and cellphone on dry storage shelf next to container of sauce. Reviewed with manager. Employee relocated items.
Equipment in poor repair. - Torn gaskets on glass door reach in cooler. Reviewed with manager
Floors not maintained smooth and durable in walk in cooler. Reviewed with manager
Nov 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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. Thomas S. training certificate expired 10/24/23
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife in between cooler and steam table on cook line
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
May 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. I dented can Hot Dog chili sauce. 10.5 oz
Food-contact surface soiled. Cutting board at lift top cooler is stained
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. 1 dented can Hot Dog chili sauce. 10.5 oz
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In walking cooler on middle shelf over food for customers
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Multiple employees.Discussed with management
Sep 22, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 22, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 5 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 priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. - 2 rodent droppings on floor behind reach in freezer in cook line area - 20 rodent droppings behind walk in cooler in back kitchen- operator removed rodent droppings and cleaned and sanitized area
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - 47 F coleslaw, 47F sliced beef, 46 F Swiss cheese, 47 F slice pork all in display case - temperatures taken this morning - manager placed food on ice
No soap provided at handwash sink in dishwashing area - manager placed soap in dispenser
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in front counter area - manager labeled spray bottle
Unwashed fruits/vegetables( box of cucumbers ) stored above ready-to-eat food( package of muffins ) in all in cooler -manager rearranged food
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.