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STROKERS

30901 US HWY 19 N, Palm Harbor FL 34684 · 727-786-6683

Last inspected Apr 23, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats96
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6214001
Grade history
MAR 24
DEC 24
MAY 25
JAN 26
APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

4 cases · $920

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2026004828Jan 6, 2026Jun 4, 2026$300
3--2025060902May 20, 2025Nov 18, 2025$300
3--2023070193Oct 26, 2023Apr 1, 2024$160
3--2018045787Jul 9, 2018Nov 16, 2018$160

Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Apr 23, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findings
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw fish in reach in cooler in kitchen.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Quaternary sanitizer in three compartment sink too strong measured at 500 ppm. Operator remade at 200ppm.
High priority/41-18-4/Repeat Violation
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of soda guns at bar soiled with debris.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink in kitchen blocked by trash can. Operator moved trash can.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical test kit at site,
Intermediate/16-37-1
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 any employee training on site.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Cardboard lining shelf in reach in cooler on cook line. Operator removed cardboard,
Basic/14-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tiles in dry storage are acoustic tiles. Not smooth and easily cleanable.
Basic/36-37-5/Repeat Violation
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door in kitchen has noticeable gap present,
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles cracked throughout kitchen.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Hood filter missing from hood system on cook line. Operator added missing filter back to system.
Basic/14-42-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on oven handle. Operator moved tongs.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottle of oil unlabeled in cook line.
Basic/02D-01-5/Repeat Violation
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Jan 6, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 29 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority6 Intermediate20 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over ready to eat jalapeño poppers In reach in freezer. Operator moved raw beef.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Operator moved food to refrigerator, touched door, then touched ready to eat tomatoes without changing gloves and washing hands.
High priority/12A-09-4
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Quaternary sanitizer measured 500ppm. Operator remade triple sink to 200.
High priority/41-18-4/Corrected On-Site
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. Person in charge had no knowledge of big six food borne illnesses. Provided operator with form HR 5030-100
Intermediate/11-07-5/Corrective Action Taken
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. Provided operator with form HR 5030-104.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board soiled with debris, shelves of walk in cooler soiled with food debris and slime. Soda nozzles at bar soiled with debris.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink in kitchen blocked by trash can. Operator removed trash can
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink in kitchen used to store containers,
Intermediate/31A-11-4
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. Leanna Freddy
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Equipment and utensils stored in cardboard throughout kitchen.
Basic/14-05-4
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tiles in dry storage area not smoothie and easily cleanable. Is acoustic tiles.
Basic/36-37-5
Ceiling tile missing. Missing ceiling tile near ice machine in bar and above walk in refrigerator.
Basic/36-36-4
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Spatula stored between wall and hand sink in kitchen.
Basic/24-14-4
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board used in kitchen grooved.
Basic/14-09-4
Dead roaches on premises. 1 Dead roach in walk in cooler by door. Operator removed roach and cleaned and sanitized area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee wearing watch in kitchen.
Basic/13-07-4
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Noticeable gap on door in kitchen area near mop sink.
Basic/35B-01-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing and cracked throughout kitchen and walk in cooler.
Basic/36-17-5
Food stored in a prohibited area. Boxes of Raw chicken and tube of raw beef, and boxes of unsalted butter stored in darts game area of bar. Operator moved items to proper storage areas.
Basic/08B-37-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Raw chicken stored in floor in darts area of bar. Operator moved chicken to proper area. Soda box stored on floor of dry storage room. Vegetable oil stored on floor in dry storage.
Basic/08B-38-4
Hole in or other damage to wall. Holes in walls throughout kitchen and storage areas.
Basic/36-24-5
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on handle of oven in kitchen.
Basic/10-20-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign at handwash sink in kitchen
Basic/31B-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Storage shelves near walk in cooler, and above 3 compartment sink soiled with debris
Basic/23-03-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on containers in ware washing area.
Basic/16-46-4
Twenty (20) foot-candles of light not provided inside equipment where food is stored. Light in Reach in cooler in kitchen broken and not working. Not enough light in reach in cooler.
Basic/38-08-4
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelves of walk in cooler rusted.
Basic/14-17-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls throughout restaurant soiled.
Basic/36-27-5
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bottle of oil not identified with label.
Basic/02D-01-5/Repeat Violation
Jul 23, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. Operator unable to show proof of training for all employees. Operator states the owner has the folder with all food handlers trainings. Discussed the need to keep all certificates at the restaurant.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint/Return visit Jul 23, 2025 · No proof of training for all employees. Admin Complaint
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout kitchen.
Basic/36-73-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jul 23, 2025 · Time Extended
May 20, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter sitting on the counter: butter (77F - Cold Holding) employee states it has been sitting on the counter for less than 4 hours. Employee relocated to the walk in cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Container with water and utensils stored in handwashing sink. Operator relocated.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator states that the certificates are with the owner, who was not present at time of inspection. Discussed the need to keep all certificates at the restaurant.
Intermediate/53A-01-7
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. Operator unable to show proof of training for all employees. Operator states the owner has the folder with all food handlers trainings. Discussed the need to keep all certificates at the restaurant.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout kitchen.
Basic/36-73-4/Repeat Violation
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Oil, water, herbs on cookline in squeeze bottles or shaker bottles that are not labeled. Discussed with chef.
Basic/02D-01-5
Jan 31, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter 66f,
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jan 31, 2025 · 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/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jan 31, 2025 · No proof of employee trainingAdmin Complaint Admin Complaint
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under flat top grills.
Basic/36-73-4/Return visit Jan 31, 2025 · Time Extended
Dec 2, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter 66f,
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation
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/Repeat Violation
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under flat top grills.
Basic/36-73-4
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Exit door next to dry storage room partially blocked and locked.
/46-01-4
May 6, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 6, 2024 · Admin Complaint
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles on cook line containing food removed from its original container not labeled witty common name.
Basic/02D-01-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 6, 2024 · Time Extended
Mar 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3/Warning
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw beef stored over raw unwashed green peppers, cook to relocate beef to gain compliance
High priority/08A-04-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter 74F held on counter, ice melted. Operator refilled ice bath
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. PIC Leanna Ross
Intermediate/53A-02-7/Warning
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/Repeat Violation/Warning
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink no hot water.
Intermediate/27-16-4/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles on cook line containing food removed from its original container not labeled witty common name.
Basic/02D-01-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Oct 26, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Cook touched visibly soiled door handle and ice machine door and touched clean equipment no hand wash.
High priority/12A-29-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 26, 2023 · Time Extended
Food manager certification expired. 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-03-7/Warning/Return visit Oct 26, 2023 · Admin Complaint
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tile missing in dry storage room and ceiling tile saving in kitchen at the back of the establishment
Basic/36-36-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 26, 2023 · Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled on cook line, prep areas and storage areas.
Basic/36-73-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Oct 26, 2023 · Time Extended
Food stored on floor. Beverage concentrate stored on the floor of dry storage 2 cs.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 26, 2023 · Time Extended
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Lettuce not washed before it was cut. Lettuce remained in plastic wrap.
Basic/08B-39-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Oct 26, 2023 · Time Extended
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. The bottom of the reach in cooler has an accumulation of liquid and food debris. Interior lid of the ice machine soiled.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 26, 2023 · Time Extended
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored on cutting board of cook linee
Basic/21-12-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 26, 2023 · Time Extended
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles containing food that was removed from it's original container not labeled with common name.
Basic/02D-01-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 26, 2023 · Time Extended
Aug 25, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Cook touched visibly soiled door handle and ice machine door and touched clean equipment no hand wash.
High priority/12A-29-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter 64F held on the counter for less than 4 hours, operator placed biter in freezer for quick cool. Rice 60F held on the counter for less than 4 hours. Operator placed in freezer for quick cool.
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food manager certification expired. 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-03-7/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on make table.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Soiled utensil stored in hand wash sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tile missing in dry storage room and ceiling tile saving in kitchen at the back of the establishment
Basic/36-36-4/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled on cook line, prep areas and storage areas.
Basic/36-73-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food stored on floor. Beverage concentrate stored on the floor of dry storage 2 cs.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Lettuce not washed before it was cut. Lettuce remained in plastic wrap.
Basic/08B-39-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. The bottom of the reach in cooler has an accumulation of liquid and food debris. Interior lid of the ice machine soiled.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored on cutting board of cook linee
Basic/21-12-4/Warning
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Wet wiping cloth on cook line stained.
Basic/21-09-4/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles containing food that was removed from it's original container not labeled with common name.
Basic/02D-01-5/Warning

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.