TJF 112 LLC
944 4 ST N STE 100, Saint Petersburg FL 33701 · 4073392222
Last inspected Jul 10, 2026 · 19 visits since December 2023
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed behind cash register.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025033728 | Mar 17, 2025 | May 20, 2025 | $400 |
| 3--2023011271 | Dec 15, 2022 | Mar 30, 2023 | $200 |
Inspection history
19 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Live, small flying insects found 10 live flies flying around in dry storage area near Co2 tank. 1 live fly under shelf storing uncovered queso.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Reptile dripping with white caps observed in AC closet in dinning room area. Discussed cleaning area with manager on duty.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filters on the wall near the ice machine have written on them that they were replaced on 4/1/2023.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine soiled with black substance. Showed manager areas. Interior of soda machine ice bin soiled with black substance in top corners.
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed missing in dry storage area near front counter/dinning room area.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Missing in dry storage area next to front counter area. Cove molding cracked at corner of dry storage and backside of cook line meet.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Black tape observed side of ice machine.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water observed underneath soda machine and front register counter.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 25 recorded, 7 high priority.
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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/ Establishment open and operating. With customers dinning in and employees actively engaging with food and in food preparation.
Live, small flying insects found 10 live flies flying around in dry storage area near Co2 tank. 1 live fly under shelf storing uncovered queso.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Reptile dripping with white caps observed in AC closet in dinning room area. Discussed cleaning area with manager on duty.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed behind cash register.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Food items stored in deli cooler across from cook line: house made red salsa prepared on 7/7 (44F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes prepared on 7/7 (46F - Cold Holding) Manager moved items into reach in freezer to bring the temperature down rapidly. Re-temped: house made red salsa (38F - Cold Holding) Second container of diced tomatoes prepared on 7/7 was voluntarily discarded. Item was left in reach in deli cooler and corrective action wasn't taken.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Food items stored on cook line next to reach in deli cooler: queso (129F - Hot Holding) Discussed all parts of the food product must temp at 135 and above. The manager stirred the queso and it is now temping at queso (139F - Hot Holding).
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Zeo Spray bottle stored next to green bottles of oil underneath prep table across from single door deli cooler. Item was moved.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils and dishes stored inside hand sink near soda syrup boxes.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filters on the wall near the ice machine have written on them that they were replaced on 4/1/2023.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine soiled with black substance. Showed manager areas. Interior of soda machine ice bin soiled with black substance in top corners.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed missing in dry storage area near front counter/dinning room area.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Missing in dry storage area next to front counter area. Cove molding cracked at corner of dry storage and backside of cook line meet.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Dead roaches on premises. 6 dead roaches under dry storage racks in dry storage area on side of front counter area near the dinning room. Discussed cleaning and sanitizing area with manager on duty.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Black tape observed side of ice machine.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Cup stored on shelf above hand sink near soda syrup boxes.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food and drinks stored inside single door deli cooler with food items that will be served to the public.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee shirt on rack storing tortilla on cook line.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water observed underneath soda machine and front register counter.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In reach in freezer
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Scoop handle touching ice in soda machine ice bin. Ice moved.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Light shield not fully covering light bulbs over cook line.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Missing in double door deli cooler across from cook line.
Water filter not designed to facilitate disassembly for periodic servicing and cleaning.
Water filter not located to facilitate disassembly for periodic servicing and cleaning.
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Tortilla chip hot holder interior soiled with grease and food debris build up.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Of purple liquid substance stored on shelf next to three compartment sink. Manager labeled as degreaser.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice bin soiled with black mold like substance of Soda machine dispenser in front counter.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling damage observed in the dining room above the back door entrance. The hole is currently being covered with a black tarp. Observed email correspondence from the manager confirming that work is actively being conducted on the building. The exterior is nearly complete, with sealing, painting, and roof repairs are scheduled. Once the outside work is finished, they will continue with interior repairs.
Dumpster overflowing garbage.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher at back kitchen door.
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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. Observed DBPR Clean Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events form, but the establishment does not carry chlorine which is the chemical associated with the procedures. Discussed with manager.
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. No employee training certificates observed for three employees who are engaging with food or in food preparation at the time of the inspection. Per manager, one employee recently transferred from another location and two who were hired over three months ago. Employee training certificates were observed only for employees who were not present at the time of the inspection.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Soap dispenser at hand sink near dry storage area. Manager placed a bottle of soap at the hand sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Of purple liquid substance. Manager labeled as degreaser.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior soiled with black mold like substance.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling damage observed in the dining room area above the back door entrance. The hole is currently covered with a black tarp. The establishment has notified the landlord and is awaiting repairs.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License posted behind front counter register area expired on 2/1/2025.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed an order upon entering into the establishment from the back door entrance. According to the manager, the odor may be related to a previous roof leak. The establishment is currently awaiting on repairs from the landlord.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean containers stored on rack above three compartment sink.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher near back door of kitchen.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Per manager, apparent roof damage is causing a water leak in the ceiling over a portion of the dining room near the front door of the establishment. A bucket has been placed under the leak with "caution wet floor" signs posted. Management is aware and has been in contact with the property owner to address the issue.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling over a portion of the dining room next to the front door has visible mold like substance due to apparent roof damage causing a small ceiling leak. Management is aware and has been in contact with the property owner to address the issue.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. A faint objectionable odor was present next to the front door of the dining room, possibly due to an apparent roof leak
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects found 2 live flies next to triple sink 1 live fly above prep cooler at rear of kitchen
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Soiled equipment in hand sink next to ice machine, removed
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Per manager, apparent roof damage is causing a water leak in the ceiling over a portion of the dining room near the front door of the establishment. A bucket has been placed under the leak with "caution wet floor" signs posted. Management is aware and has been in contact with the property owner to address the issue.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling over a portion of the dining room next to the front door has visible mold like substance due to apparent roof damage causing a small ceiling leak. Management is aware and has been in contact with the property owner to address the issue.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Removed
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. A faint objectionable odor was present next to the front door of the dining room, possibly due to an apparent roof leak
Single-service articles improperly stored. Boxes of single service on floor in storage area
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Hot time/temperature control for safety food received at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. queso (128F - Hot Holding); yellow rice (121F - Hot Holding). Employees placed into steamer to reheat. Retemp on both items above 165F
Live, small flying insects found. 1 live fly at front counter 1 live fly located at cook-line 2 live flies located at mop sink. Not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Manager corrected the solution to 150ppm.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink next to ice machine, restocked
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black mold like substance on interior door of ice machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portioning cups in seasoning bins
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach in cooler handles soiled on cook line
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Employee printed and posted.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food stored above RTE food in front prep reach in cooler. Employee educated and removed food from cooler
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Accumulation of grease under cook line
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Damaged floor tiles and cove molding in kitchen
Food stored on floor. Bucket of queso about to be mixed stored on floor. Placed on milk crate to elevate it for later use.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.spoon handle in raw onions in cooler on cook line
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Insect glue on top of ice machine, discussed proper placement with manager, relocated
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Accumulation of grease and food debris on cook line.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Cut and seasoned peppers and onions stored with unwashed produce. Items were located on same shelf. Manager separated items
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop in mop bucket.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer in buckets at 0 PPM. Manager replaced sanitizer buckets with new sanitizer, 200ppm
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Fly excrement and/or droppings present. Observed on dry storage racks near water heater in back of kitchen separated from cooks line.
Live, small flying insects found Approximately 15 live flies under 3 compartment sink in kitchen. 4 live flies under clean dish rack by back kitchen door 2 live flies on ceiling and wall of bar area 15 live flies in bathroom hallway and entrance to mop room closet in same hallway 1 live fly above bag in box station in kitchen No flies landing on food or food contact surfaces observed.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Approximately 60 small dead flies on ceiling above open single service cases in kitchen
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under clean dish rack near back kitchen door
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Under clean dish rack near kitchen back door
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Moved cases of unwashed peppers to bottom rack in walk in cooler
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing in kitchen at entrance to dry storage.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in kitchen is heavily soiled with grease.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on ceiling.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust in kitchen.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies in kitchen not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 5 live flies in rear dry goods storage area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 2 live flies behind front counter not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing in kitchen at entrance to dry storage.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in kitchen is heavily soiled with grease.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on ceiling.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust in kitchen.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies in kitchen not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 5 live flies in rear dry goods storage area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 2 live flies behind front counter not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing in kitchen at entrance to dry storage.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in kitchen is heavily soiled with grease.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on ceiling.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust in kitchen.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies in kitchen not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 5 live flies in rear dry goods storage area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 2 live flies behind front counter not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
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.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing in kitchen at entrance to dry storage.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in kitchen is heavily soiled with grease.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on ceiling.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust in kitchen.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies in kitchen not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 5 live flies in rear dry goods storage area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 2 live flies behind front counter not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on reach in coolers on cook line have built up food debris.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Multiple bottles containing sanitizer and degreaser not labeled. Manager labeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has mold like substances.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Approximately 30 dead and trapped flies in control device in rear storage area. Manager removed.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing in kitchen at entrance to dry storage.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverages on prep tables in kitchen.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee eating food in dry goods storage area.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in kitchen is heavily soiled with grease.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on ceiling.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Handle of scoop stored touching cheese and cut leafy greens in reach in cooler on cook line. Manager removed.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust in kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies behind front counter not landing on food or food contact surfaces.. 4 live flies in kitchen not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 3 live flies in storage area by hot water heater.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies behind front counter not landing on food or food contact surfaces.. 4 live flies in kitchen not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 3 live flies in storage area by hot water heater.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Mop sink has a hose splitter with no vacuum breaker.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 4 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies behind front counter not landing on food or food contact surfaces.. 4 live flies in kitchen not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 3 live flies in storage area by hot water heater.
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Three compartment sink at 0 ppm quaternary. Manager replaced empty quaternary bottle. Second reading at 200 ppm quaternary.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Server busing tables with dirty dishes and takes plated food to tables with no hand wash in between.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Mop sink has a hose splitter with no vacuum breaker.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on cook line have built up food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink by ice machine used to store utensils. Manager removed.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels at hand wash sink by three compartment sink. Manager corrected.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. 52 dead and trapped flies in light control device. Manager removed.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket on ice machine not inverted for protection. Manager stored correctly.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Manager printed and displayed.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer buckets at 0 ppm quaternary. Manager replaced buckets at 200 ppm quaternary.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink next to three compartment sink blocked by apron and pans. Manager removed.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled bottle of sanitizer across from beer keg stand behind front counter. Manager labeled correctly.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used to scoop flour in storage area to the right of soda boxes. Manager removed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on prep table next to hand wash sink by soda station. Manager removed.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee engaged in food preparation with no beard guard.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour removed from its original container and not labeled in storage area to the right of soda boxes. Manager labeled.
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