SOUTHIE COFFEE
1500 S MISSOURI AVE, Clearwater FL 33756 · 727 754 8403
Last inspected Jan 8, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
APR 24
OCT 24
FEB 25
AUG 25
JAN 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches on wall near hand wash sink in kitchen. Discussed with manager. Manager removed roaches and cleaned area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jan 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Cutting boards stained in prep area.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. AirPods on prep table. Employee removed from prep table.
Ice buildup in tall white reach-in freezer.
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Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Reuse of Torani syrup bottles. Reviewed proper food grade containers with operator.
Wet wiping cloth on cutting board in prep area not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Operator moved to sanitizer bucket.
Sep 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ice buildup in white reach-in freezer in kitchen.
Sep 2, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Beef empanadas (60F - Cold Holding); black bean empanadas (53F - Cold Holding); chicken empanadas (52F - Cold Holding) in prep cooler in kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. diced tomatoes and onions (78F - Cold Holding); sliced tomato (46F - Cold Holding); pesto (46F - Cold Holding); beef empanadas (60F - Cold Holding); black bean empanadas (53F - Cold Holding); chicken empanadas (52F - Cold Holding); whole milk (55F - Cold Holding); oat milk (50F - Cold Holding); salsa (50F - Cold Holding); 2% milk (50F - Cold Holding) Operator moved items either to freezer or put on ice to cool. Diced tomatoes and onions retemped at 70F. Sliced tomato retemped at 43F. Pesto retemped at 42F. Whole milk retemped at 44F. 2% milk retemped at 53F. Salsa retemped at 58F.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. beef empanadas (130F - Hot Holding); chicken empanadas (115F - Hot Holding) Operator reheated
Accumulation of black/pink mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen as well as ice bin at front counter have accumulation of mold like substance and debris.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ice buildup in white reach-in freezer in kitchen.
Aug 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Beef empanadas (60F - Cold Holding); black bean empanadas (53F - Cold Holding); chicken empanadas (52F - Cold Holding) in prep cooler in kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. diced tomatoes and onions (78F - Cold Holding); sliced tomato (46F - Cold Holding); pesto (46F - Cold Holding); beef empanadas (60F - Cold Holding); black bean empanadas (53F - Cold Holding); chicken empanadas (52F - Cold Holding); whole milk (55F - Cold Holding); oat milk (50F - Cold Holding); salsa (50F - Cold Holding); 2% milk (50F - Cold Holding) Operator moved items either to freezer or put on ice to cool. Diced tomatoes and onions retemped at 70F. Sliced tomato retemped at 43F. Pesto retemped at 42F. Whole milk retemped at 44F. 2% milk retemped at 53F. Salsa retemped at 58F.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. beef empanadas (130F - Hot Holding); chicken empanadas (115F - Hot Holding) Operator reheated
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice scoop soiled with debris.
Accumulation of black/pink mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen as well as ice bin at front counter have accumulation of mold like substance and debris.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
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. Reach in cooler at coffee prep station not keeping any items below 50F. Operator moved all items to different refrigeration unit.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach in kitchen trash can.
Equipment in poor repair. Cooler at coffee prep station missing multiple gaskets.
Food stored on floor. Bins of food being stored under prep table on floor in kitchen.
Ice buildup in white reach-in freezer in kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses. Pitcher being used to scoop ice stored on soiled ice machine ledge.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
Feb 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed heavy build up of black mold like substance throughout three compartment sink compartments. Employee cleaned and sanitized three compartment sink during the time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained on reach in deli coolers. Food dicer stored under prep table across from ovens soiled with dried food debris.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine interior soiled with black mold like substance and lime scale build up.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Stored at bottom shelf of reach in deli cooler next to cartons of pasteurized liquid eggs. Employee moved item out of fridge.
Oct 31, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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-Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage in kitchen next to freezer -Wall damage in storage area near exit to front counter area -Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage and restroom areas
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in kitchen and dining areas near restroom
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing in kitchen
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues in kitchen
Oct 30, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Pesticide use not in accordance with manufacturer's directions. Spectacide Bug Stop home barrier in kitchen
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches on wall near hand wash sink in kitchen. Discussed with manager. Manager removed roaches and cleaned area
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage in kitchen next to freezer -Wall damage in storage area near exit to front counter area -Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage and restroom areas
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Manager cleaned and sanitized interior of ice machine
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in kitchen and dining areas near restroom
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing in kitchen
Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead roaches behind ice machine on outlet 1 dead roach inside ice machine near lid - manager removed roach and sanitized area
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table in kitchen.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues in kitchen
Jun 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. - empanadas 109 -110 F in warmer at front counter. Manager placed empanadas in oven to reheat and increased the temperature of the warmer. Empanadas reheated to 202 F
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in back kitchen
Apr 8, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. - empanadas 109 -110 F in warmer at front counter. Manager placed empanadas in oven to reheat and increased the temperature of the warmer. Empanadas reheated to 202 F
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink in front counter area. Reviewed with manager. Manager removed drain line from hand wash sink
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. All employee certificates expired 10/03/23
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Eggs in reach in cooler. Reviewed date marking with manager. Manager date marked eggs
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in back kitchen
Food ( container of coffee ) stored on floor in back kitchen. Manager relocated coffee.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables ( boxes of tomatoes ) stored with ready-to-eat food ( dressing ketchup, pesto ) in reach in cooler at cook line. Reviewed with manager. Manager rearranged food.
Aug 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment is operating with an expired license. 02/01/2023. Operator renewed license on site.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach-in cooler at 1013am liquid eggs (47F - Cold Holding) Operator moved item to stand-alone freezer in kitchen. Re temp at 1047am Liquid eggs 42f
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink at front counter has a colander inside bowl and ice dumped inside. Operator removed bowl.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Accumulation of dead flies trapped in fly sticky trap in dish area above 3 compartment sink. Operator discarded sticky trap.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile above stand-alone refrigerator.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on top of reach-in cooler in kitchen.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Fly sticky trap located above clean dishes and pans in dish area. Operator discarded sticky trap.
Food stored on floor. Bottled water stored on floor in kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Stand-alone freezer in kitchen.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Lights above prep table and reach-in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink in kitchen and front counter. Emailed operator hand wash signs.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach-in coolers doors in kitchen and at front counter.
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.