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SHISO CRISPY

226 1 AVE N, Saint Petersburg FL 33701 · 402-660-3855

Last inspected Mar 4, 2026 · 14 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats20
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6216837
Grade history
JAN 24
NOV 24
OCT 25
DEC 25
MAR 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 4 live roaches underneath cooktop in the kitchen. Employee killed, removed and sanitized the area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

3 cases · $760

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2025082817Oct 21, 2025Dec 18, 2025$200
3--2023069212Oct 26, 2023Jan 16, 2024$400
3--2018026162Mar 12, 2018Jun 7, 2018$160

Inspection history

14 visits, newest first

Mar 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled with dried food debris.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Plastic container being filled up in handsink in bar area. Inspector moved item and discussed with person in charge.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand handsink across from utility sink. Dispenser flashing red light. Employee put roll of paper towels at handsink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
No soap provided at handwash sink. Missing at hand handsink on cook line. Employee stored bottle of soap at handsink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine soiled with black mold Ike substance.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
The state's own report →
Dec 22, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedLicensing Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded.

0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Seared Ahi Tuna on menu not identify.
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 22, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Dec 22, 2025 · No consumer advisory observed add to menu for Seared Ahi Tuna at the time of callback inspection. Menu boards have been ordered, per operator Jen. Consumer advisory sign is posted at bar order window. Admin Complaint
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/. The remodel plans currently on file do not match the existing kitchen layout. Several equipment added or removed including: Removal of a three-compartment sink in kitchen area. Addition of four fryers with a DoBot Crio robot and fry freezer add to cook line. Add of a six-burner stove/oven on cook line. Relocation of the sandwich reach in deli cooler. Added an Anko Food Machine for dumpling production. Both the remodeled area and existing areas have changes.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Oct 22, 2025 · Time extend for 60 days from Licensing inspection on 10/21/2025. Time Extended/Return visit Dec 22, 2025 · Spoke with plan reviewer Rory Shaw to verify if updated plans had been submitted. No plans were submitted after the initially approved plans. Rory stated the assigned plan reviewer, Kay Clark, emailed a deficiency letter on 12/3 and sent a follow up on 12/19. No response has been received from the establishment. Admin Complaint
No soap provided at handwash sink. Missing at hand sink at end of cook line.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 22, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Dec 22, 2025 · No soap at the time of callback inspection. Time Extended
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior soiled with black mold like substance.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 22, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Dec 22, 2025 · Time Extended
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 22, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Dec 22, 2025 · Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In dish area.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 22, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Dec 22, 2025 · Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing at hand sink at end of cook line.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 22, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Dec 22, 2025 · Hand wash sigh observed. Time Extended
Dec 22, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

Recorded at 216-226 1 AVE N, Saint Petersburg — this licence has since moved.

1 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Establishment is currently taking orders, preparing, and engaging in food preparation during routine inspection.
High priority/50-08-7/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled with dried food debris. Stained cutting boards on reach in deli cooler on cook line.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. No consumer advisory observed on menu or menu board. Seared Ahi Tuna on menu not identify as being raw. Observed consumer advisory sign posted at bar order window.
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing at hand sink at end of cook line.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
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/. The establishments remodel plans currently on file do not match the existing kitchen layout. Several equipment added or removed including: Removal of a three-compartment sink in kitchen area. Addition of four fryers with a DoBot Crio robot and fry freezer add to cook line. Add of a six-burner stove/oven on cook line. Relocation of the sandwich reach in deli cooler. Added an Anko Food Machine for dumpling production. Both the remodeled area and existing areas have changes. Operator has not submitted updated plans and assigned plan reviewer is currently waiting on correspondence from the operator.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. Missing at hand sink at end of cook line.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior soiled with black mold like substance.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Grooved cutting boards on reach in deli cooler on cook line.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee on cook line.
Basic/13-03-4/Warning
Food stored on floor. Boxes of fryer oil stored on floor in kitchen area.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
Oct 22, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingLicensing Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Seared Ahi Tuna on menu not identify.
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 22, 2025 · Time Extended
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary or chlorine test kit observed.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning/Return visit Oct 22, 2025 · Observed chlorine test kit at the time of callback. Time Extended
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/. The remodel plans currently on file do not match the existing kitchen layout. Several equipment added or removed including: Removal of a three-compartment sink in kitchen area. Addition of four fryers with a DoBot Crio robot and fry freezer add to cook line. Add of a six-burner stove/oven on cook line. Relocation of the sandwich reach in deli cooler. Added an Anko Food Machine for dumpling production. Both the remodeled area and existing areas have changes.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Oct 22, 2025 · Time extend for 60 days from Licensing inspection on 10/21/2025. Time Extended
No soap provided at handwash sink. Missing at hand sink at end of cook line.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 22, 2025 · Time Extended
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior soiled with black mold like substance.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 22, 2025 · Time Extended
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 22, 2025 · Time Extended
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under dish machine drain boards.
Basic/36-22-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 22, 2025 · Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In dish area.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 22, 2025 · Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing at hand sink at end of cook line.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 22, 2025 · Time Extended
Oct 21, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedLicensing Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority7 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 2- 6.39 Lbs dented can of Young Green Jackfruit in brine.
High priority/01B-01-4/Warning
Live, small flying insects found Approximately: 15 live flies landing on rack and soda syrup boxes. 10 live flies flying around under dish machine drain boards and observed landing on clean red lids on storage rack in between dish machine and three compartment sink.
High priority/35A-02-7/Admin Complaint
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Ziplock bag of raw chicken stored above raw ground beef inside walk in cooler. Chicken moved to bottom shelf.
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine spray bottle testing at 200+ PPM. Employee diluted chemical with water and chlorine is now testing at 100 PPM.
High priority/41-27-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Seared Ahi Tuna on menu not identify.
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary or chlorine test kit observed.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand sink in bar area. Paper towels stocked.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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/. The remodel plans currently on file do not match the existing kitchen layout. Several equipment added or removed including: Removal of a three-compartment sink in kitchen area. Addition of four fryers with a DoBot Crio robot and fry freezer add to cook line. Add of a six-burner stove/oven on cook line. Relocation of the sandwich reach in deli cooler. Added an Anko Food Machine for dumpling production. Both the remodeled area and existing areas have changes.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. Missing at hand sink at end of cook line.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Warning
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. No consumer advisory for seared Ahi Tuna.
Intermediate/02B-02-5/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle unlabeled in bar area. Labeled as Chlorine.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior soiled with black mold like substance.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Warning
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dish machine chlorine sanitizer testing at 0 PPM. Establishment is setting up three compartment sink and manually ware washing wish quaternary sanitizer tablets.
Basic/16-55-4/Warning
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under dish machine drain boards.
Basic/36-22-4/Warning
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In dish area.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing at hand sink at end of cook line.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
Nov 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

Recorded at 216-226 1 AVE N, Saint Petersburg — this licence has since moved.

1 High priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose bibs in ware washing area with no vacuum breaker.
High priority/29-34-4/Repeat Violation
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener on prep table has built up food debris.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee filled pan with water at hand wash sink on cook line.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on cook line.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Repeat Violation
No soap provided at handwash sink on cook line.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has mold like substances.
Basic/22-20-5
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tank in rear soda storage area not properly secured.
Basic/51-11-4
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets in middle hallway not inverted for protection.
Basic/24-05-4
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.
Basic/16-55-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4
Food stored on floor. Box of pretzels stored on floor of walk in freezer.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Double door ovens on cook line have food debris buildup.
Basic/22-08-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at hand wash sink on cook line.
Basic/31B-04-4/Repeat Violation
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Basic/16-46-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. To go cups stored on floor of dining room area.
Basic/25-05-4
Stored food not covered. Multiple food items, not cooling, stored uncovered in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-12-5
Jan 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

Recorded at 216-226 1 AVE N, Saint Petersburg — this licence has since moved.

1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose bibs at front service window with no vacuum breakers.
High priority/29-34-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink by cook line. Operator replaced paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
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/. Plans have been submitted but not reviewed as of yet. HQ-24-4087. Will check on next routine to see if uploaded.
Intermediate/51-16-7
Reduced oxygen packaged food lacking bold type on contrasting background, or other required information. Establishment is reduced oxygen packaging meats. Establishment will use ziplock bags moving forward as they do not wish to have to fill out HAACP and Variance.
Intermediate/03G-06-5
Food stored on floor. Raw chicken on floor in walk in freezer.
Basic/08B-38-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign at hand wash sink at end of cook line.
Basic/31B-04-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour removed from its original container and not properly labeled. Operator labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Jan 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

Recorded at 216-226 1 AVE N, Saint Petersburg — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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/. Dish machine removed from upstairs ware washing area.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · Establishment must submit plans to Plan Review or replace dish machine within 59 days of today's callback inspection report. 12/25/2023. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 28, 2023 · Establishment will have 60 days from original inspection to replace dish machine or contact Plan Review with updated plans and approval. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 30, 2023 · Establishment will have 60 days from original inspection to replace dish machine or contact Plan Review with updated plans and approval. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 30, 2023 · Establishment will have 60 days from original inspection to replace dish machine or contact Plan Review with updated plans and approval. Time Extended/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Establishment will have 60 days from original inspection to replace dish machine or contact Plan Review with updated plans and approval. Time Extended/Return visit Jan 18, 2024 · Plans have been submitted but not reviewed as of yet. HQ-24-4087. Will check on next routine to see if uploaded. Time Extended
Nov 2, 2023Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

Recorded at 216-226 1 AVE N, Saint Petersburg — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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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/. Dish machine removed from upstairs ware washing area.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · Establishment must submit plans to Plan Review or replace dish machine within 59 days of today's callback inspection report. 12/25/2023. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 28, 2023 · Establishment will have 60 days from original inspection to replace dish machine or contact Plan Review with updated plans and approval. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 30, 2023 · Establishment will have 60 days from original inspection to replace dish machine or contact Plan Review with updated plans and approval. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 30, 2023 · Establishment will have 60 days from original inspection to replace dish machine or contact Plan Review with updated plans and approval. Time Extended/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Establishment will have 60 days from original inspection to replace dish machine or contact Plan Review with updated plans and approval. Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 28, 2023 · Establishment will have 60 days from original inspection to get employee food handler training in compliance. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 30, 2023 · Establishment will have 60 days from original inspection to get employee food handler training in compliance. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 30, 2023 · Establishment will have 60 days from original inspection to get employee food handler training in compliance. Time Extended/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Establishment will have 60 days from original inspection to get employee food handler training in compliance. Time Extended
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine in upstairs storage area has mold like substances.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 28, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 30, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 30, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 2, 2023 · Time Extended
Oct 30, 2023■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 5 violations recorded.

Recorded at 216-226 1 AVE N, Saint Petersburg — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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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/. Dish machine removed from upstairs ware washing area.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · Establishment must submit plans to Plan Review or replace dish machine within 59 days of today's callback inspection report. 12/25/2023. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 28, 2023 · Establishment will have 60 days from original inspection to replace dish machine or contact Plan Review with updated plans and approval. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 30, 2023 · Establishment will have 60 days from original inspection to replace dish machine or contact Plan Review with updated plans and approval. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 30, 2023 · Establishment will have 60 days from original inspection to replace dish machine or contact Plan Review with updated plans and approval. Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 28, 2023 · Establishment will have 60 days from original inspection to get employee food handler training in compliance. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 30, 2023 · Establishment will have 60 days from original inspection to get employee food handler training in compliance. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 30, 2023 · Establishment will have 60 days from original inspection to get employee food handler training in compliance. Time Extended
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine in upstairs storage area has mold like substances.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 28, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 30, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 30, 2023 · Time Extended
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches on floor underneath cooktop. 1 dead roach on ledge behind steam well area. Employee removed dead roaches and sanitized the area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · 3 dead roaches on top of residential freezer in kitchen. Manager removed and sanitized the area. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 28, 2023 · 2 dead roaches under bottom drawer of reach in cooler underneath cooktop. Employee removed and sanitized the area. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 30, 2023 · 1 live roach in door jam of upstairs storage area. Pest control killed, removed and employee sanitized the area. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 30, 2023 · 8 live roaches in compressor of reach in cooler underneath cooler underneath cooktop. 1 live roach in behind door of middle fryer. 1 live roach in pizza box across from grill. Employee killed, removed and sanitized the area. 2 live roaches on floor area of far bar with frozen drink machines. Employee killed both, removed and sanitized the area. 2 dead roaches under reach in cooler underneath cooktop. 1 dead roach under reach in cooler across from stove. Time Extended
Food stored on floor. Case of lettuce and box of corn on floor of walk in cooler. Frozen seafood stored on floor of walk in freezer. Cooking oil stored on floor of upstairs storage area.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 28, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 30, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 30, 2023 · Time Extended
Oct 30, 2023■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

Recorded at 216-226 1 AVE N, Saint Petersburg — this licence has since moved.

1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies in kitchen in near prep station not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 6 live flies near garbage can by 2 compartment sink not Kanin food or food contact surfaces. 4 live flies in front bar area not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · 1 live fly in bar area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 1 live fly in dining room area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. Fly was killed, removed and area was sanitized. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 28, 2023 · 4 live flies by liquor bottles in front bar area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 16 dead flies on top of liquor storage cabinet in bar area. Manager removed and sanitized the area. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 30, 2023 · 1 live fly in upstairs storage area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. Fly was killed, removed and area was sanitized. Time Extended
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/. Dish machine removed from upstairs ware washing area.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · Establishment must submit plans to Plan Review or replace dish machine within 59 days of today's callback inspection report. 12/25/2023. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 28, 2023 · Establishment will have 60 days from original inspection to replace dish machine or contact Plan Review with updated plans and approval. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 30, 2023 · Establishment will have 60 days from original inspection to replace dish machine or contact Plan Review with updated plans and approval. Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 28, 2023 · Establishment will have 60 days from original inspection to get employee food handler training in compliance. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 30, 2023 · Establishment will have 60 days from original inspection to get employee food handler training in compliance. Time Extended
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine in upstairs storage area has mold like substances.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 28, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 30, 2023 · Time Extended
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket in upstairs storage area by ice machine not inverted for protection.
Basic/24-05-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 28, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 30, 2023 · Time Extended
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Green cutting board at front bar area has grooved cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 28, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 30, 2023 · Time Extended
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches on floor underneath cooktop. 1 dead roach on ledge behind steam well area. Employee removed dead roaches and sanitized the area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · 3 dead roaches on top of residential freezer in kitchen. Manager removed and sanitized the area. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 28, 2023 · 2 dead roaches under bottom drawer of reach in cooler underneath cooktop. Employee removed and sanitized the area. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 30, 2023 · 1 live roach in door jam of upstairs storage area. Pest control killed, removed and employee sanitized the area. Time Extended
Food stored on floor. Case of lettuce and box of corn on floor of walk in cooler. Frozen seafood stored on floor of walk in freezer. Cooking oil stored on floor of upstairs storage area.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 28, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 30, 2023 · Time Extended
Oct 28, 2023■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

Recorded at 216-226 1 AVE N, Saint Petersburg — this licence has since moved.

1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies in kitchen in near prep station not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 6 live flies near garbage can by 2 compartment sink not Kanin food or food contact surfaces. 4 live flies in front bar area not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · 1 live fly in bar area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 1 live fly in dining room area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. Fly was killed, removed and area was sanitized. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 28, 2023 · 4 live flies by liquor bottles in front bar area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 16 dead flies on top of liquor storage cabinet in bar area. Manager removed and sanitized the area. Time Extended
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/. Dish machine removed from upstairs ware washing area.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · Establishment must submit plans to Plan Review or replace dish machine within 59 days of today's callback inspection report. 12/25/2023. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 28, 2023 · Establishment will have 60 days from original inspection to replace dish machine or contact Plan Review with updated plans and approval. Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 28, 2023 · Establishment will have 60 days from original inspection to get employee food handler training in compliance. Time Extended
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine in upstairs storage area has mold like substances.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 28, 2023 · Time Extended
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket in upstairs storage area by ice machine not inverted for protection.
Basic/24-05-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 28, 2023 · Time Extended
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Green cutting board at front bar area has grooved cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 28, 2023 · Time Extended
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches on floor underneath cooktop. 1 dead roach on ledge behind steam well area. Employee removed dead roaches and sanitized the area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · 3 dead roaches on top of residential freezer in kitchen. Manager removed and sanitized the area. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 28, 2023 · 2 dead roaches under bottom drawer of reach in cooler underneath cooktop. Employee removed and sanitized the area. Time Extended
Food stored on floor. Case of lettuce and box of corn on floor of walk in cooler. Frozen seafood stored on floor of walk in freezer. Cooking oil stored on floor of upstairs storage area.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 28, 2023 · Time Extended
Oct 27, 2023■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

Recorded at 216-226 1 AVE N, Saint Petersburg — this licence has since moved.

2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies in kitchen in near prep station not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 6 live flies near garbage can by 2 compartment sink not Kanin food or food contact surfaces. 4 live flies in front bar area not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · 1 live fly in bar area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 1 live fly in dining room area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. Fly was killed, removed and area was sanitized. Time Extended
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 4 live roaches underneath cooktop in the kitchen. Employee killed, removed and sanitized the area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · 1 live roach on top of residential freezer in kitchen. Roach was killed, removed and area was sanitized. Time Extended
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/. Dish machine removed from upstairs ware washing area.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · Establishment must submit plans to Plan Review or replace dish machine within 59 days of today's callback inspection report. 12/25/2023. Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · Time Extended
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine in upstairs storage area has mold like substances.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · Time Extended
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket in upstairs storage area by ice machine not inverted for protection.
Basic/24-05-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · Time Extended
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Green cutting board at front bar area has grooved cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · Time Extended
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches on floor underneath cooktop. 1 dead roach on ledge behind steam well area. Employee removed dead roaches and sanitized the area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · 3 dead roaches on top of residential freezer in kitchen. Manager removed and sanitized the area. Time Extended
Food stored on floor. Case of lettuce and box of corn on floor of walk in cooler. Frozen seafood stored on floor of walk in freezer. Cooking oil stored on floor of upstairs storage area.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 27, 2023 · Time Extended
Oct 26, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 19 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

Recorded at 216-226 1 AVE N, Saint Petersburg — this licence has since moved.

4 High priority6 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 to work with food without washing hands. Inspector advised employee of proper hand washing techniques.
High priority/12A-07-5/Warning
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies in kitchen in near prep station not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 6 live flies near garbage can by 2 compartment sink not Kanin food or food contact surfaces. 4 live flies in front bar area not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 1 dead spider on dish washing detergent tub in upstairs prep area.
High priority/35A-09-4/Warning
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 4 live roaches underneath cooktop in the kitchen. Employee killed, removed and sanitized the area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
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.
Intermediate/11-07-5/Warning
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/
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Warning
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/. Dish machine removed from upstairs ware washing area.
Intermediate/51-16-7
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In walk in cooler: cooked beef and cooked chicken with no date mark.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle in kitchen with bleach under prep table along far wall. Bottle of degreaser not labeled on shelf of upstairs storage area.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine in upstairs storage area has mold like substances.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. 37 dead and trapped flies in light control device in dining room storage area.
Basic/35A-06-4/Warning
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket in upstairs storage area by ice machine not inverted for protection.
Basic/24-05-4/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Green cutting board at front bar area has grooved cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches on floor underneath cooktop. 1 dead roach on ledge behind steam well area. Employee removed dead roaches and sanitized the area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage on prep table in middle area of kitchen. Employee stored properly.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on prep table in middle of area of kitchen. Employee stored properly.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Food stored on floor. Case of lettuce and box of corn on floor of walk in cooler. Frozen seafood stored on floor of walk in freezer. Cooking oil stored on floor of upstairs storage area.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken thawing in 2 compartment sink in kitchen in standing water. Inspector reviewed proper thawing techniques with employee. Employee drained standing water and ran cold water over chicken.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning

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