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TIKI TIM'S PUB AND GRILL

923 72 ST N, Saint Petersburg FL 33710 · 727-266-7275

Last inspected Jun 22, 2026 · 12 visits since December 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats120
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6215351
Grade history
NOV 25
JAN 26
JAN 26
JAN 26
APR 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects found 1 live fly in kitchen 3 live flies behind bar seen landing on trash can, bottle of cleaner, and bar
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning
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Inspection history

12 visits, newest first

Jun 22, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 13, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator renewed license during inspection.
High priority/50-17-3/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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/. Establishment has renovations in progress, extending their dining area and bar seating area.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
Jan 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -cook went from handling raw beef to handling grill utensils without glove change -cook handled clothing and proceeded to engage in food preparation without glove change Educated employee, he washed hands and changed gloves.
High priority/12A-09-4/Corrective Action Taken
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink behind bar. Operator put paper towels out.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chili in walk in cooler made on Monday not date marked. Operator date marked.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Yellow chemical in spray bottle near 3 compartment sink not labeled. Operator labeled oven cleaner.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Basic/32-04-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -in walk in cooler -under POS system behind bar, has broken glass
Basic/36-73-4
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. -Floors throughout kitchen worn and textured, allowing for accumulation of black substance in floor. -floor in walk in cooler not smooth, accumulation of black substance on floor.
Basic/36-12-4
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. -walls and ceilings of hood system and cook line equipment have accumulation of grease
Basic/36-68-5
Interior of pizza oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Basic/22-08-4
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. -potatoes cut into French fries without washing first Operator moved potatoes to be washed
Basic/08B-39-4/Corrective Action Taken
Jan 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple Sink behind bar (Quaternary 0ppm, retested at 200PPM) operator added sanitizer.
High priority/22-43-4/Corrected On-Site
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 500ppm, diluted and retested at 300PPM)
High priority/41-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board behind bar stained
Intermediate/22-02-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Operator placed in sanitize solution.
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site
Jan 23, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Bathroom located inside establishment not enclosed with self-closing doors.
Basic/32-04-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 21, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Jan 23, 2026 · Time Extended
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 21, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Jan 23, 2026 · Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in walk in cooler.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 21, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Jan 23, 2026 · Time Extended
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable in walk in cooler.
Basic/36-12-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 21, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Jan 23, 2026 · Time Extended
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on hood walls/ceiling.
Basic/36-68-5/Warning/Return visit Jan 21, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Jan 23, 2026 · Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -at hand wash sink behind bar
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 21, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Jan 23, 2026 · Time Extended
Jan 21, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found 1 live fly in kitchen 3 live flies behind bar seen landing on trash can, bottle of cleaner, and bar
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning/Return visit Jan 21, 2026 · 3 live flies behind bar, operator killed two. 3 live flies in men's room, operator killed two. 1 live fly in women's restroom. Admin Complaint Corrective Action Taken
Bathroom located inside establishment not enclosed with self-closing doors.
Basic/32-04-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 21, 2026 · Time Extended
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 21, 2026 · Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in walk in cooler.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 21, 2026 · Time Extended
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable in walk in cooler.
Basic/36-12-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 21, 2026 · Time Extended
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on hood walls/ceiling.
Basic/36-68-5/Warning/Return visit Jan 21, 2026 · Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -at hand wash sink behind bar
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 21, 2026 · Time Extended
Jan 20, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Employee washed hands for 3-4 seconds after returning to kitchen.
High priority/12A-17-4/Warning
Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Establishment using bleach not approved for use on food contact surfaces in sanitizer buckets
High priority/22-48-5/Warning
Live, small flying insects found 1 live fly in kitchen 3 live flies behind bar seen landing on trash can, bottle of cleaner, and bar
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut cabbage (45F - Cold Holding); sliced provolone cheese (45F - Cold Holding) In walk in cooler. Ambient thermometer is reading 41F. I retemped the items before leaving and they were still elevated. Few Temperature Control for Safety foods are stored in walk in. Instructed operator to move all TCS foods to reach in units until walk in has been serviced. Operator called for repairs.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Owner is on the way with sanitizer. Operators have been instructed to use disposable dishes until proper sanitizer is available.
Intermediate/22-38-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Accumulation of dead roaches in control devices.
Basic/35A-06-4/Warning
Bathroom located inside establishment not enclosed with self-closing doors.
Basic/32-04-4/Warning
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. Cut cabbage (45F - Cold Holding); sliced provolone cheese (45F - Cold Holding) In walk in cooler. Ambient thermometer is reading 41F. They received a truck today. I retemped the items before leaving and they were still elevated. Few Temperature Control for Safety foods are stored in walk in. Instructed operator to move all TCS foods to reach in units if themps are not 41F or below in next hour. Operator called for repairs.
Basic/14-74-7/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches on floor in walk in cooler. 3 dead roaches on floor broom outside walk in cooler. 1 dead roach on floor outside restrooms 1 dead roach in sticky trap in men's room 1 dead roach in sticky trap in women's room 4 dead roaches in sticky trap under sinks behind bar 5 dead roaches in sticky trap under register in corner of bar 2 dead roaches on floor under end of bar nearest entrance 1 dead roach in employee women's restroom Operator cleaned up dead roaches.
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in walk in cooler.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable in walk in cooler.
Basic/36-12-4/Warning
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on hood walls/ceiling.
Basic/36-68-5/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -at hand wash sink behind bar
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
Nov 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Basic/10-20-4
Mar 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Basic/32-04-4
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Basic/36-37-5
Exterior doors front and back has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4
Mar 27, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Basic/36-37-5/Warning/Return visit Mar 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Jan 22, 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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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
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 ice machine from outside to inside kitchen area, removed dishwasher from kitchen area. Bar area stand up cooler.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Warning
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Basic/36-37-5/Warning
Dec 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. mozzarella cheese (48F - Cold Holding); chicken (45F - Cold Holding); @12:15 pasta (48F - Cold Holding); mozzarella cheese (42F - Cold Holding); chicken (42F); pasta (43F - Cold Holding) Manager moved items to freezer.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic 2oz cup in coleslaw. Employee removed plastic cup.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Co2 tanks not secured in back area.
Basic/51-11-4
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Kitchen area.
Basic/36-37-5
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards in kitchen area.
Basic/14-09-4
Food stored on floor. Oil on floor in kitchen. Manager removed off floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven presser soiled with food debris. Oven soiled with food debris.
Basic/22-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled with food debris.
Basic/23-03-4
Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area. Ice machine out back area not locked
Basic/08B-62-4

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.