TERIYAKI MADNESS
2657 ULMERTON RD, Clearwater FL 33762 · 727-256-2717
Last inspected Aug 14, 2026 · 12 visits since September 2023
JAN 24
APR 25
JUL 25
JAN 26
AUG 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 3 live flies in rear storage area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 3 live flies by restrooms not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024031558 | Jan 25, 2024 | Jul 8, 2024 | $160 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 14, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Buckets of oil and one water with FCS tongs with zip tied to cloths at cook line. Temp of both 89 degrees voluntarily discarded
Aug 11, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Cook touched raw beef put on grill continue to cook and touched hand no hand wash
Live, small flying insects found. 1 live flying insect at back hand wash sink 4 live fling insects near mop sink. 4 live flying insects near drain under vegetable prep sink.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Buckets of oil and one water with FCS tongs with zip tied to cloths at cook line. Temp of both 89 degrees voluntarily discarded
Jan 27, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 23, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Live, small flying insects found 2 live flying insects inside mop sink. 2 live flying insect soda and ice tea dispenser self service area. 2 live flying insects near back hand sinks.
Jan 15, 2026Administrative 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 ▾
Live, small flying insects found 2 live flying insects inside mop sink. 2 live flying insect soda and ice tea dispenser self service area. 2 live flying insects near back hand sinks.
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.
Food stored on floor. Box of oil in floor
Jul 30, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found 1 live flying insect at pos system. 1 live flying insect at dish pit area landing on cleaned dishes.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 3 employee day shift 3 employee night shift
Jul 29, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 16 findings ▾
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee before putting on new gloves after washing pan at prep sink then continued cooking.
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched bottom portion of chill stick that had raw chicken on it no hand wash.
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. During inspection dropped glove on floor picked it up and did not wash hands then touched to go napkins and for customer.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. During inspection observed chef took ice stick out at raw chicken container rinse with water at prep sink then begin to put it inside reach in freezer. Instructed employee to put into three compartment sink, Educated employee
Live, small flying insects found 1 live flying insect at pos system. 1 live flying insect at dish pit area landing on cleaned dishes.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Plastic containers at cook line. raw chicken (60F - Cold Holding) Using chill stick Reach in cooler across from cook line cut cabbage (62F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (63F - Cold Holding); tofu (55F - Cold Holding)
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Rack for sauce
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 3 employee day shift 3 employee night shift
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.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Single-service articles improperly stored. On floor front area. Employee moved
Stored food not covered. Raw chicken bin near cook line not covered in walk way area.
Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Sauce on top of cart front of hand wash sink.
Apr 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 25, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to verify employee health, exclusions or restrictions.
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.
Jan 25, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to verify employee health, exclusions or restrictions.
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.
Floor soiled throughout estimate
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single cups on floor.
Sep 14, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 3 live flies in rear storage area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 3 live flies by restrooms not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At cook line deli cooler: cabbage (50F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (50F - Cold Holding); raw beef (50F - Cold Holding)
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Oil cart in front of hand wash sink on cook line.
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.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Kitchen flooring not smooth or easily cleanable.
Sep 12, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 3 live flies in rear storage area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 3 live flies by restrooms not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At cook line deli cooler: cabbage (50F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (50F - Cold Holding); raw beef (50F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot holding unit near cook line: chicken (115F - Hot Holding)
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Oil cart in front of hand wash sink on cook line.
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.
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.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Broken spatulas on cook line.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Kitchen flooring not smooth or easily cleanable.
Food stored on floor. Panko bread crumbs and soy sauce on floor in rear storage. Onions on floor of walk in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven handles.
Open dumpster lid.
dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. On grass.
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.