SUNSET LOUNGE
2558 SUNSET POINT RD, Clearwater FL 33765 · 727-791-1879
Last inspected Aug 24, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheddar cheese 52 F, cut tomatoes 50F in reach in cooler stacked above containers of food in the top section of deli style cooler. No temperatures taken this day. Employee discarded food. Reviewed safe food storage with employee
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a locked freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Manager rearranged food
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - soiled soda holster at bar. Bartender called the soda holster ( corrected on site) - 3D dust accumulation on the side of the stainless steel refrigerator.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -3D dust accumulation on wall by stainless steel refrigerator at bar
Jun 9, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 7, 2026Warning 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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Raw animal food ( raw beef patties ) stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food ( container of cheese ) on shelf in walk in cooler. Employee rearranged food.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cheddar cheese 52 F, cut tomatoes 50F in reach in cooler stacked above containers of food in the top section of deli style cooler. No temperatures taken this day. Employee discarded food. Reviewed safe food storage with employee
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheddar cheese 52 F, cut tomatoes 50F in reach in cooler stacked above containers of food in the top section of deli style cooler. No temperatures taken this day. Employee discarded food. Reviewed safe food storage with employee
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - soiled shelf above deli style reach in cooler at cook line
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Expired Bruce Barrows ServStaff CFM training expired on 4/06/2026. There are no other certified food managers.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Reviewed with employee regular monitoring of food temperatures.
White reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues at the bar
Feb 18, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 15, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - 3 D dust accumulation on shelf above deli style cooler at cook line - soiled soda gun at bar Reviewed with manager.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. - pitcher stored inside hand wash sink next to ice machine in office area. Reviewed with manager hand wash sinks are for washing hands only
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 SafeStaff employee training certificates expired 11/2025
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - grease accumulation on sides of cooking equipment
May 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - raw beef at 51 F in reach in cooler in kitchen. Reviewed with person in charge to store food below fill line of containers in the top section of reach in cooler and to regularly monitor food temperatures. Employee moved raw beef to freezer for quick chill down Recheck : 41 F
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Employee incorrectly answered the correct procedure for wash, rinse, sanitize dishes in kitchen. Employee missing sanitize step prior to air dry. Reviewed with employee.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils ( utensils ) stored next to hand wash sink exposed to splash in kitchen. Person in charge relocated cutting boards
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public in walk in cooler. Reviewed with person in charge.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board in kitchen. Reviewed with person in charge. Towel removed.
Nov 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun nozzle soiled behind bar
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Accumulation of grease under cook line
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled Accumulation of grease on sides of fryers
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Silver cooler behind bar
May 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Hanging from drain boards next to clean equipment
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained Accumulation of grease on stove surface Soda gun nozzles soiled at bar
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Behind bar
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment behind bar
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of pizza oven soiled
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled Cooler gaskets soiled
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Silver freezer/cooler behind bar
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Reach in freezers in patron area next to walk-in cooler not secured when not in use
Nov 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Soufle cup in dressing used for portioning.
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.