WINGHOUSE BAR + GRILL
2640 GULF TO BAY BLVD, Clearwater FL 33759 · 727-724-9464
Last inspected May 7, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 14 points off where it started.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 large roach on the floor in the men's restroom. Manager removed roach and cleaned the area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
6 cases · $6,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025045261 | May 20, 2025 | Jul 1, 2025 | $400 |
| 3--2023014463 | Jan 4, 2023 | May 4, 2023 | $600 |
| 3--2022059087 | Dec 7, 2022 | May 3, 2023 | $2,000 |
| 3--2023004015 | Dec 20, 2022 | May 3, 2023 | $2,000 |
| 3--2022052591 | Oct 26, 2022 | Dec 9, 2022 | $800 |
| 3--2022003573 | Jan 19, 2022 | Apr 29, 2022 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
May 7, 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
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. Reach in cooler at the breading station has an accumulation of ice building up on the interior
May 6, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 large roach on the floor in the men's restroom. Manager removed roach and cleaned the area
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw chicken 45 F temperatures taken 3 1/2 hours prior. Manager put bags of ice on raw chicken. Raw shrimp 54 F temperatures taken this morning. Manager voluntarily discarded shrimp
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee used the cook line hand wash sink to fill container. Reviewed with manager and employee hand wash sinks are for washing hands only
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in back prep line. Manager placed paper towels inside dispenser
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. -Certificates provided for all expired in 2025
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in kitchen and dishwashing area. Manager labeled spray bottles
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. Reach in cooler at the breading station has an accumulation of ice building up on the interior
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues opposite grill at cook line
Stored food not covered. -Boxes of pizza dough opened/ uncovered and boxes of corn opened and uncovered in walk in freezer - pickles uncovered in walk in freezer. Manager covered food
Jul 29, 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 priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut tomatoes 48 F, cut ham 52 F, cheddar cheese 49 F mozzarella cheese 50 F, cooked pork 52 F in top section of cooler opposite grill. Ground beef 45 F in drawer at cook line Temperatures taken at 3 hours previously. Manager placed food on ice Recheck : cut tomatoes 42 F, cooked pork 43F, * mozzarella cheese 48 F ( manager added ice to bottom of container), cheddar cheese 41 F, ham 41 F, raw ground beef 40 F
-Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under shelves near walk in cooler, under cooking equipment and under tables in food prep area - Floor drains soiled in dishwashing area Reviewed with manager
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation at cook line. Reviewed with manager
Equipment in poor repair. - chair cushions torn in bar area
Jul 22, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate11 Basic
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3 Live, small flying insects found near drain in dishwashing area -1 live flying insects at expo line - 5 live flying insects in inside bar area near soda holster
Raw animal food ( container of raw chicken) not properly separated from ready-to-eat food ( box of salad dressing ) stored on top of container of raw chicken in walk in cooler. Manager rearranged food.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut tomatoes 48 F, cut ham 52 F, cheddar cheese 49 F mozzarella cheese 50 F, cooked pork 52 F in top section of cooler opposite grill. Ground beef 45 F in drawer at cook line Temperatures taken at 3 hours previously. Manager placed food on ice Recheck : cut tomatoes 42 F, cooked pork 43F, * mozzarella cheese 48 F ( manager added ice to bottom of container), cheddar cheese 41 F, ham 41 F, raw ground beef 40 F
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under shelves near walk in cooler, under cooking equipment and under tables in food prep area - Floor drains soiled in dishwashing area Reviewed with manager
Stored ( pizza dough ) food not covered in walk in freezer. Manager covered food in walk in freezer - open bag of breading on shelf in storage room. Manager closed bag
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Dead roaches on premises. -1 dead roach on floor under soda boxes in storage area - 2 dead roaches on floor in storage room
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation at cook line. Reviewed with manager
Equipment in poor repair. - chair cushions torn in bar area
Food ( boxes of pizza dough) stored on floor in walk in freezer. Manager relocated food
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Soiled shelves at cook line and back food prep areas
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.at cook line. Reviewed with manager.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in freezer. Light is not working. Reviewed with manager.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Heavily soiled non working fryer in back prep line area. Reviewed with manager
May 22, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Christopher T food manager over 4 months
Equipment in poor repair. - torn seats at the bar - chipped table tops in outside bar area
May 22, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -33 live flying insects in dishwashing area - 11 Flying insects at inside bar area -15 flying insects at the front bar - 2 flying insects in wait station room near the office
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. - 1 live roach on wall by walk in cooler door - 1 live roach on floor in food storage area - 3 live roaches on wall in back food prep area - 1 live roach on wall by mirror in women's restroom
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Christopher T food manager over 4 months
Equipment in poor repair. - torn seats at the bar - chipped table tops in outside bar area
May 21, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -33 live flying insects in dishwashing area - 11 Flying insects at inside bar area -15 flying insects at the front bar - 2 flying insects in wait station room near the office
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. - 1 live roach on wall by walk in cooler door - 1 live roach on floor in food storage area - 3 live roaches on wall in back food prep area - 1 live roach on wall by mirror in women's restroom
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Christopher T food manager over 4 months
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - grease and food build up on grill
Dead roaches on premises. -1 dead roach on floor in storage area near walk in cooler -2 dead roaches on floor in food storage area - 2 dead roaches on counter at expo line - 2 dead roaches on the floor in the inside bar area
Equipment in poor repair. - torn seats at the bar - chipped table tops in outside bar area
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris at cook line areas.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - heavily soiled shelves near walk in cooler - heavily soiled shelf under grill - heavily soiled knife rack at cook line - soiled food carts at cook line - soiled pick holders at cook line - soiled baskets used to store napkins at expo line - soiled under side of bar counter above bottles on ice - soiled soda holster at inside bar
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Heavily soiled cold holding drawers at cook line
May 20, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 14 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -33 live flying insects in dishwashing area - 11 Flying insects at inside bar area -15 flying insects at the front bar - 2 flying insects in wait station room near the office
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. - 1 live roach on wall by walk in cooler door - 1 live roach on floor in food storage area - 3 live roaches on wall in back food prep area - 1 live roach on wall by mirror in women's restroom
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. -5 rodent droppings on sprinkler system in food storage area
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Christopher T food manager over 4 months
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - grease and food build up on grill
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in the inside bar area
Dead roaches on premises. -1 dead roach on floor in storage area near walk in cooler -2 dead roaches on floor in food storage area - 2 dead roaches on counter at expo line - 2 dead roaches on the floor in the inside bar area
Equipment in poor repair. - torn seats at the bar - chipped table tops in outside bar area
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in dishwashing area
Floor drain heavily soiled/has accumulation of debris in dishwashing area
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris at cook line areas.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - heavily soiled shelves near walk in cooler - heavily soiled shelf under grill - heavily soiled knife rack at cook line - soiled food carts at cook line - soiled pick holders at cook line - soiled baskets used to store napkins at expo line - soiled under side of bar counter above bottles on ice - soiled soda holster at inside bar
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit ( walk in cooler ) with food to be served to customers.Manager discarded opened beverage
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Heavily soiled cold holding drawers at cook line
Mar 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Christopher T. Manager over 60 days. Reviewed with manager
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Reviewed with manager
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bike stored in dry storage room between shelves storing bags of bulk breading and shelves storing to go containers Reviewed with manager.
Equipment in poor repair. - torn seats of bar chairs Reviewed with manager
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under cooking equipment Floor heavily soiled in walk in cooler that kegs are stored in, back kitchen area. Reviewed with manager
Interior of oven and microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Reviewed with manager. Manager cleaned interior of microwave. Corrected on site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - dust accumulation on the underside of shelf above microwave.. Manager cleaned area. Corrected on site - grease accumulation on shelf under grill. - grease accumulation on sides of fryers - grease accumulation on shelf below prep table in food prep area near ice machine - manager in the process of cleaning the area - corrective action Reviewed with manager
Stored food ( pizza crust ) not covered in reach in freezer by beer storage walk in cooler. Reviewed with manager safe storage of food. Manager covered pizza crust.
Feb 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. shredded mozzarella 46f line.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Inside entire bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Cooks line.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cooks line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Mop sink area, under all line cooking equipment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Prep cook cutting mushrooms before washing product.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Dish area- under scrape table.
Flammables stored/debris present in storage area. For reporting purposes only. 2 propane tanks stored in stored room.
Aug 24, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 flying insect in back food prep area - employee removed insect
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. cooked chicken (89-119F - Hot Holding)- warmer was turned off - manager turned warmer on - no temperatures taken this day - manager discarded
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. - cooked chicken (89-119F - Hot Holding)- warmer was turned off - manager turned warmer on - no temperatures taken this day - manager discarded chicken
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - soiled can opener on back food prep area - manager moved the can opener to the dishwashing area to be cleaned
No soap provided at handwash sink at front bar - manager placed soap in dispenser
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in kitchen and bar areas - manager labeled spray bottles
Floors not maintained smooth and durable in corner area near exit by office
Food ( containers of pickles) stored on floor in walk in cooler - manager rearranged food.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables ( mushrooms) stored with ready-to-eat food.( clean vegetables ) in walk in cooler - manager rearranged food
Water softener salt (food) stored in a location that is not clean and dry-in dry storage area - manager relocated bags of water softener
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.