TORY'S CAFE
1266 S HIGHLAND AVE, Clearwater FL 33756 · 727-466-6780
Last inspected Apr 8, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
JAN 24
JUL 24
JAN 25
DEC 25
APR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 31 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $120
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024018419 | Jan 24, 2024 | May 2, 2024 | $120 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Apr 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee wiped gloved hands on apron and continued preparing food.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Shell eggs stored over raw cheesesteaks. Provided operator with handout for proper food storage. Rearranged items.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board near toaster stained.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used as dump sink. Operator cleaned sink.
Show the remaining 6 findings ▾
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. John Boughman needs training.
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. Provided operator with employee reporting agreement. Employees signed names.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. White reach in cooler next to 3 compartment sink has soiled door handles.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses. Operator relocated tongs.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Burner stove accumulated with grease.
Dec 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over ready to eat spinach containers.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Bathroom on left side of hall not full closing.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Cardboard at bottom of cooler near 3 compartment sink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator posted on wall during inspection.
In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses.
Jan 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. - ice cubes inside hand wash sink. Reviewed with manager hand sinks are for washing hands only.
-Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. -Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Reviewed with manager
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Reviewed with manager
Jan 15, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged in storage area. Reviewed with manager
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. - ice cubes inside hand wash sink. Reviewed with manager hand 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.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. -Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Reviewed with manager
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Reviewed with manager
Food ( containers of whole tomatoes ) not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor in front counter area. Manager relocated containers of tomatoes
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers at cook line. Manager relocated employee bottle of water.
Jul 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled squeeze bottle, spatula and plate without washing hands.Reviewed with cook
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Open bag of raw beef over bags of ice in freezer in storage area. Reviewed with manager. Employee rearranged food
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Cleaner spray bottle stored on shelf next to clean spatulas in storage area. - cleaner next to individuals of syrup on shelf in front counter area - cleaner next to bag of bread in front counter area. Reviewed with manager.Manager relocated cleaners
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice cubes inside hand wash sink. Reviewed with manager hand wash sinks are for washing hands only
AC grates on wall soiled with accumulated dust. Under prep table at cook line. Reviewed with manager
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in small cooler opposite stove and refrigerator in storage area. Reviewed with manager
Food ( container of whole tomatoes) stored on floor in front counter area. Employee relocated container
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Reviewed with manager
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, or dust, soiled shelves in cook line area. Reviewed with manager
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues opposite grill. Soiled interior of freezer in storage area Reviewed with manager
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface opposite grill
Jan 24, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - sausage 61 F in reach in cooler in storage area -per manager out on counter per order - manager placed sausage in reach in freezer for quick chill down
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottles of cleaner hanging on shelf next to packaged buns in cook line area - employee relocated spray bottles
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Cut lunch meat in reach in cooler at cook line and milk opened 3 days previously in cooler in front counter area - 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.
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
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. Jack hired a year previously discussed with manager
Food being cooled outside. Two containers of uncovered cooked potatoes cooling on storage rack out side the back exit door in the back parking area of plaza -manager discarded food
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues at cook line and soiled interior of freezer in dish washing area - reviewed with manager
Water leaking from pipe under mop sink outside - service scheduled
Aug 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over shredded cheese and sour cream in reach-in cooler in dish area. Operator moved items to bottom shelf of reach-in freezer.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. All cutting boards in kitchen.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on vending machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on reach-in cooler door located on cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach-in cooler interior located on cook line.
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.