THEE LIBERTY GRILL
1185 N HERCULES AVE, Clearwater FL 33765
Last inspected Jul 30, 2026 · 13 visits since October 2023
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MAR 25
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OCT 25
JUL 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 dead roach on underside on service window. Employee removed roach and cleaned area - 1 dead roach on ceiling tile in office. Employee removed roach
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $840
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025075208 | Oct 9, 2025 | Oct 30, 2025 | $200 |
| 3--2024018243 | Jan 22, 2024 | Aug 2, 2024 | $440 |
| 3--2019015580 | Jan 29, 2019 | Apr 25, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Jul 30, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food ( raw shell eggs) stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.( cheese)in glass cooler in the cook line area. Person in charge rearranged food
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. - sausage on grate on the grill at 123-129 F. Person in charge reheated sausage to 167F-174F - chicken soup at 123 F at the steam table. Person in charge reheated on the grill to 208F
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.-thermometer needs a battery per cook -Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Reviewed with manager the use of thermometers to regularly monitor food temperatures.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk opened over 24 hours not date marked in glass door reach in cooler at cook line
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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. Beatrice hired over 60 days
No soap provided at handwash sink in the dishwashing area. Reviewed with person in charge hand wash sinks must be stocked at all times and importance of hand washing. Person in charge placed soap at hand wash sink
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels at the cook line. Person in charge adjusted the paper towel dispenser. Paper towels available at hand wash sinks
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in the dish washing area. Manager labeled the spray bottle
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. - ice bucket not inverted near ice machine. Manager placed ice bucket on a tray and inverted the ice bucket
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit ( walk in cooler and glass door cooler) with food to be served to customers. Manager discarded employee drinks
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm.Manager changed solution. Recheck 100 ppm chlorine
Oct 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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-Hole in or other damage to wall by hot water heater -Ceiling tile missing.above walk in cooler
Oct 10, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedLicensing Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate2 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/
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 dead roach on underside on service window. Employee removed roach and cleaned area - 1 dead roach on ceiling tile in office. Employee removed roach
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. - 1 rodent droppings on top of hot water heater in dry storage area - 1 rodent dropping on wall wood near hot water heater 2 rodent droppings on shelf in dry storage area. Employee removed rodent droppings and cleaned area -1 rodent dropping on floor in the office. Employee removed rodent dropping and cleaned area
-Hole in or other damage to wall by hot water heater -Ceiling tile missing.above walk in cooler
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets on reach in cooler, drawers at cook line and front expo area. Reviewed with manager
Oct 9, 2025Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine run three times 0 ppm. Manager set up the triple sink and scheduled for service this day
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/
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 dead roach on underside on service window. Employee removed roach and cleaned area - 1 dead roach on ceiling tile in office. Employee removed roach
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. - 1 rodent droppings on top of hot water heater in dry storage area - 1 rodent dropping on wall wood near hot water heater 2 rodent droppings on shelf in dry storage area. Employee removed rodent droppings and cleaned area -1 rodent dropping on floor in the office. Employee removed rodent dropping and cleaned area
Menu contains an item made with a raw/undercooked animal food as an ingredient and description of item ( Eggs Benedict -poached eggs) does not inform consumer of raw/undercooked animal food ingredient. Manager added asterisk to food item and consumer advisory
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Hole in or other damage to wall by hot water heater -Ceiling tile missing.above walk in cooler
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets on reach in cooler, drawers at cook line and front expo area. Reviewed with manager
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Service scheduled per manager
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Reviewed with manager. Wet towel removed from under cutting board.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - soiled gaskets on cooler at cook line opposite grill. Employee cleaned gaskets
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues at cook line. Employee cleaned reach in cooler
Sep 12, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured in back storage area by soda lines.
Ceiling tile missing in dry storage area over ice machine as well as over walk in cooling units
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Sep 11, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 22 violations recorded, 7 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
7 High priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found 1 live flying insect on wall between prep table and warewashing area. Operator killed bug.
Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Raw beef being stored in same container as fully cooked deli meats in walk in cooler. Operator separated items and stored properly.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on office door. 2 live roaches in reach in cooler gasket. 1 live roach in wrap container on cook line. 5 live roaches inside aluminum foil container 2 live roaches on prep table 2 live roaches in cling wrap 1 live roach on dish cart wheel in dish wash area. 1 live roach on floor under hand wash sink on cook line.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. 2 Roach egg sacs under bread rack on cook line. 1 roach egg sack in reach in cooler gasket in expo line 1 ouch egg sack in aluminum foil dispenser box in kitchen.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Pancake batter (64F - Cold Holding) held in cooler overnight, no temps taken by operator. Butter packets (74F- Cold Holding) on table in dining room.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. pancake batter (64F - Cold Holding) Butter packets (74F- Cold Holding) feta cheese (50F - Cold Holding);
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked sausages (110F - Hot Holding) Had been cooked within the past hour, operator reheated to 165 and hot held.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink on cook line-Glove resting on side of hand wash sink, sanitizer bucket sitting in hand wash sink, staff using sink to fill bucket. Hand wash sink at wait station- wiping cloths and sponges being stored on hand wash sink. Operator removed items.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Box containing roll/sheets of aluminum foil/plastic wrap/had live roaches inside. Operator discarded.
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured in back storage area by soda lines.
Ceiling tile missing in dry storage area over ice machine as well as over walk in cooling units
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket not inverted. Operator inverted.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. 15 dead roaches in office 3 dead roaches on expo window under receipt machines 1 dead roach under bread tray at end of cook line. 4 dead roaches behind cooking equipment in kitchen. 1 dead roach on prep table table shelf in kitchen
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottles next to plates on expo lines. Operator moved to nonfood area.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash. Food in walk in freezer being dripped onto by dripping condensation icicles. Operator moved food out of dripping area.
Food stored on floor. Raw ground beef being stored in container on walk in cooler floor. Operator moved from ground to proper storage level.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer along walls, floor accumulating on top of food and boxes, and inside door inhibiting door from sealing closed. Operator removed ice buildup.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed produce stored above ready to eat peppers and sauces in reach in cooler on cook line. Operator moved items to properly store.
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Operator dumped and refilled with bleach and water.
Mar 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Salmon thawed in ROP package. Manager discarded salmon
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths for chlorine. Reviewed with manager
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Reviewed with manager. Manager discarded salmon in packages
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Reviewed with manager. Solution changed. Recheck 100 ppm chlorine
Mar 4, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 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/ Reviewed with manager
Plans submitted and approved - not accurate to kitchen. Hand wash sink removed in dishwashing area, ceiling tiles not smooth and easily cleanable above ice machine and Floors not maintained smooth and durable in dishwashing area and in front of walk in cooler. Reviewed with manager
- Unsealed concrete floor in ware washing area - Floors not maintained smooth and durable in front of walk in cooler. Reviewed with manager
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation - food storage above ice machine. Reviewed with manager
Floors not maintained smooth and durable in dishwashing area and in front of walk in cooler. Reviewed with manager
Feb 20, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate9 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/ Reviewed with manager
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. Reviewed with manager
Handwash sink removed from dishwashing area as required on plans. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Reviewed with manager
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cup inside hand wash sink at front line area. Reviewed with manager hand wash sinks are for washing hands only.
Plans submitted and approved - not accurate to kitchen. Hand wash sink removed in dishwashing area, ceiling tiles not smooth and easily cleanable above ice machine and Floors not maintained smooth and durable in dishwashing area and in front of walk in cooler. Reviewed with manager
Unsealed concrete floor in ware washing area - Floors not maintained smooth and durable in front of walk in cooler. Reviewed with manager
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation - food storage above ice machine. Reviewed with manager
Cloth used as a food-contact surface ( bacon) in walk in cooler. Reviewed with manager
Floors not maintained smooth and durable in dishwashing area and in front of walk in cooler. Reviewed with manager
Food ( boxes of produce, ground beef ) stored on floor in walk in cooler. Reviewed with manager
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Reviewed with manager
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues at cook line opposite flat grill. Reviewed with manager
Stored food (containers of cut and peeled potatoes) not covered in walk in cooler. Reviewed with manager
Feb 8, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedLicensing Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
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.
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/. Hand wash sink not installed in the dishwashing area as noted on approved plan Ceiling tiles not smooth and easily cleanable in kitchen, dishwashing and food storage areas as noted on approved plans
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Drain cover(s) missing at mop sink
Floors not maintained smooth and durable at cook line - crevices between tiles and unsealed cement in dish washing area
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Jan 22, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedLicensing Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority7 Intermediate8 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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after touching clothing then engaging in food prep - reviewed proper glove change and hand washing with employee and manager - employee changed gloves, washed hands and then put new gloves on
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked onions in reach in cooler left on counter at 71 F no temperatures taken this day - employee discarded onions
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked onions in reach in cooler left on counter per cook at 71 F -no temperatures taken this day - employee discarded onions
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored - spray bottle of cleaner hanging next to can opener near cook line hand wash sink employee relocated spray bottles
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. Trash can in front of hand wash sink at expo line - discussed with manager - manager relocated trash can
Handwash sink not installed as on approved plans in dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location as designated on approved plans
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/. Hand wash sink not installed in the dishwashing area as noted on approved plan Ceiling tiles not smooth and easily cleanable in kitchen, dishwashing and food storage areas as noted on approved plans
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.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Discussed with manager and cooks
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled on shelf next to cook line hand wash sink employee labeled spray bottles
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured in storage area near ice machine
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket not inverted at ice machine
Drain cover(s) missing at mop sink
Floors not maintained smooth and durable at cook line - crevices between tiles and unsealed cement in dish washing area
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in front expo line
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together on cook line table. Reviewed with employee - employee changed solution recheck 100 ppm chlorine
Dec 5, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. - poached eggs on menu not identified - operator to update menu prior to opening
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/. - removed a triple sink in food prep area and food prep tables replaced with shelves ( triple sink in dishwashing area ), wall installed at cook line separating expo - beverage station area, added cooler and hand wash sink at beverage station, added orange juice machine in beverage station area, added service window, added espresso machine
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, and ware washing areas. Acoustic tiles in these areas
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair above mop sink, near electrical boxes at back door area, at cook line area near return air vent,
Drain cover(s) missing at mop-sink- per operator, cover is on order
Oct 4, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. - poached eggs on menu not identified - operator to update menu prior to opening
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/. - removed a triple sink in food prep area and food prep tables replaced with shelves ( triple sink in dishwashing area ), wall installed at cook line separating expo - beverage station area, added cooler and hand wash sink at beverage station, added orange juice machine in beverage station area, added service window, added espresso machine
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, ware washing area and walk in cooler -Floors not maintained smooth and durable.- gap in floor at floor piping under triple sink
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, and ware washing areas. Acoustic tiles in these areas
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair above mop sink, near electrical boxes at back door area, at cook line area near return air vent,
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Drain cover(s) missing at mop-sink- per operator, cover is on order
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.