West Lealman, Pinellas County

CEDARS GRILL

6549 54 AVE N, West Lealman, FL 33709

FoodSeating
Latest violations
15
2 Intermediate
May 13, 2026
City
West Lealman
County
Pinellas
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
12

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

May 13, 2026

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 2Basic: 13Total: 15

03D-15-4

Detail 24572912

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Raw chicken (47F - Cooling); raw lamb (47F - Cooling) Prepped 3 hours and 20 minutes ago stored stacked and covered in reach in cooler near 3 compartment sink. Told operator it needs to get to 41F in next 40 minutes or it will be a stop sale. She took it to their store nextdoor to rapid cool in freezer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Cooked rice made yesterday 47F in reach in cooler in kitchen. It was in heavy pot with lid. Operator said she had not had it out today for any preparation. Stop Sale issued. Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2026-05-13: Chicken, lamb and kofta kebabs in reach in cooler in kitchen all temping 47F-50F. Prepped this morning at 9:30 AM. 20 minutes left for ambient cooling. Operator moved meats to freezer to rapid cool. Retemped at 43F and kept in cooler to finish cooling. Time Extended Corrected On-Site

22-02-4

Detail 24572917

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -skewers used for kebabs soiled with grease and food debris,stored in soiled container on cook line. -cutting board on reach in cooler on cook line heavily stained - Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-05-13: Time Extended

23-24-4

Detail 24572913

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -on reach in coolers - on microwave -on oven Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-05-13: Time Extended

36-37-5

Detail 24572910

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. -acoustic ceiling tiles in part of kitchen Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-05-13: Time Extended

36-34-5

Detail 24572904

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceilings/ walls/ floors soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling tiles in kitchen sagging and stained -floors throughout kitchen soiled with food, grease and dirt debris -walls throughout kitchen soiled with grease and food debris Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-05-13: Time Extended

14-09-4

Detail 24572908

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting boards throughout kitchen have cut marks and are no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-05-13: Time Extended

35A-03-4

Detail 24572903

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach under prep table with tablets on cook line 1 dead roaches inside on plate in out of order cooler being used for dry storage in kitchen Operator cleaned up. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: 2 roaches in sticky trap under reach in cooler in kitchen Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-05-13: 1 dead roach on floor in front of reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator cleaned off floor. Time Extended Corrected On-Site

14-11-5

Detail 24572905

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -reach in freezer door handle broken off -reach in cooler shelves in coolers by 3 compartment sink are sagging Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-05-13: Time Extended

36-68-5

Detail 24572916

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-05-13: Time Extended

14-69-4

Detail 24572902

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezers. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-05-13: Time Extended

22-08-4

Detail 24572909

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven and microwave have accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-05-13: Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 24572906

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of shelves, cooling equipment, and cold holding equipment are soiled with grease and good debris Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-05-13: Time Extended

22-16-4

Detail 24572914

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in coolers throughout kitchen interior/shelves have accumulation of grease, food, and soil residues. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-05-13: Time Extended

08B-63-4

Detail 24572911

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. -food not in original packaging stored in reach in unlocked freezer in dining room Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-05-13: Time Extended

42-01-4

Detail 24572915

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-05-13: Time Extended

45-04-4

Detail 24572907
  • From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. -gyro cooker not installed under hood ventilation system Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2026-05-13: Time Extended

Mar 20, 2026

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 4Basic: 15Total: 20

01B-02-5

Detail 24456400

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Kofta kebab (44F - Cold Holding) and raw lamb kebab (47F - Cold Holding) prepped last night, was held in 3 door reach in cooler overnight and not removed at all today according to operator. All other foods in cooler barely temping 43. Stop Sale issued, and operator will discontinue use of this cooler until it has been repaired. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Cooked rice made yesterday 47F in reach in cooler in kitchen. It was in heavy pot with lid. Operator said she had not had it out today for any preparation. Admin Complaint

03D-15-4

Detail 24456411

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Raw chicken (47F - Cooling); raw lamb (47F - Cooling) Prepped 3 hours and 20 minutes ago stored stacked and covered in reach in cooler near 3 compartment sink. Told operator it needs to get to 41F in next 40 minutes or it will be a stop sale. She took it to their store nextdoor to rapid cool in freezer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Cooked rice made yesterday 47F in reach in cooler in kitchen. It was in heavy pot with lid. Operator said she had not had it out today for any preparation. Stop Sale issued. Admin Complaint

22-02-4

Detail 24456392

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -skewers used for kebabs soiled with grease and food debris,stored in soiled container on cook line. -cutting board on reach in cooler on cook line heavily stained - Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended

31A-11-4

Detail 24456409

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Operator used hand wash sink in kitchen used to dump drink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended

53B-01-5

Detail 24456402

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: 2 employees work during the day. Employee was not sure how many employees work in the evening, but there is a separate evening crew. Time Extended

23-24-4

Detail 24456394

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -on reach in coolers - on microwave -on oven Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended

36-37-5

Detail 24456404

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. -acoustic ceiling tiles in part of kitchen Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended

36-34-5

Detail 24456396

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceilings/ walls/ floors soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling tiles in kitchen sagging and stained -floors throughout kitchen soiled with food, grease and dirt debris -walls throughout kitchen soiled with grease and food debris Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended

50-09-4

Detail 24456405

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Displayed license expired 2/1/25 Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended

14-09-4

Detail 24456406

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting boards throughout kitchen have cut marks and are no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended

35A-03-4

Detail 24456407

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach under prep table with tablets on cook line 1 dead roaches inside on plate in out of order cooler being used for dry storage in kitchen Operator cleaned up. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: 2 roaches in sticky trap under reach in cooler in kitchen Time Extended

14-11-5

Detail 24456403

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -reach in freezer door handle broken off -reach in cooler shelves in coolers by 3 compartment sink are sagging Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended

08B-47-4

Detail 24456395

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Onions stored in box on floor in kitchen Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended

36-68-5

Detail 24456393

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended

14-69-4

Detail 24456399

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezers. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended

22-08-4

Detail 24456408

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven and microwave have accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 24456397

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of shelves, cooling equipment, and cold holding equipment are soiled with grease and good debris Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended

22-16-4

Detail 24456401

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in coolers throughout kitchen interior/shelves have accumulation of grease, food, and soil residues. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended

08B-63-4

Detail 24456391

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. -food not in original packaging stored in reach in unlocked freezer in dining room Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended

42-01-4

Detail 24456410

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended

45-04-4

Detail 24456398
  • From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. -gyro cooker not installed under hood ventilation system Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: Time Extended

Mar 11, 2026

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 7Basic: 18Total: 29

03C-97-2

Detail 24432715

High Priority - Gyro meat in a broiler that is turned off. -gyro on rotisserie was spinning but heat turned off. Surface temperature of meat was 60F and I could touch the heat source without being burned. Operator told me it was ready to be cut, cooled, and stored to recook later. I explained that the heat cannot be turned off and they can either cut it off once it has fully cooked or they can cut it while it's cold and raw. Operator turned heat back on and I retemped it at 165F later. It was turned back off during my inspection so we discussed again that it must remain ON unless being actively cut. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

08A-05-6

Detail 24432690

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw meat in meat grinder attachment stored over salad in reach in cooler next to 3 compartment sink Warning

01B-02-5

Detail 24432693

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Kofta kebab (44F - Cold Holding) and raw lamb kebab (47F - Cold Holding) prepped last night, was held in 3 door reach in cooler overnight and not removed at all today according to operator. All other foods in cooler barely temping 43. Stop Sale issued, and operator will discontinue use of this cooler until it has been repaired. Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 24432704

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Kofta kebab (44F - Cold Holding) and raw lamb kebab (47F - Cold Holding) prepped last night, was held in 3 door reach in cooler overnight and not removed at all today according to operator. All other foods in cooler barely temping 43. Stop Sale issued, and operator will discontinue use of this cooler until it has been repaired. Warning

02C-03-5

Detail 24432705

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Stuffed grape leaves and hummus opened and removed from original containers not date marked. Operator could not determine when they had been opened because it is the night crew's job. Warning

03D-15-4

Detail 24432691

Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Raw chicken (47F - Cooling); raw lamb (47F - Cooling) Prepped 3 hours and 20 minutes ago stored stacked and covered in reach in cooler near 3 compartment sink. Told operator it needs to get to 41F in next 40 minutes or it will be a stop sale. She took it to their store nextdoor to rapid cool in freezer. Warning

22-02-4

Detail 24432687

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -skewers used for kebabs soiled with grease and food debris,stored in soiled container on cook line. -cutting board on reach in cooler on cook line heavily stained - Repeat Violation Warning

31A-11-4

Detail 24432712

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Operator used hand wash sink in kitchen used to dump drink. Warning

53B-01-5

Detail 24432714

Intermediate - 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. Warning

11-26-1

Detail 24432689

Intermediate - 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. Emailed reporting agreements to operator in English and Spanish. Warning

02C-02-5

Detail 24432700

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Tabbouleh salad has no date mark and operator could not determine when it had been prepared because the night crew made it. Warning

23-24-4

Detail 24432706

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -on reach in coolers - on microwave -on oven Repeat Violation Warning

36-37-5

Detail 24432698

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. -acoustic ceiling tiles in part of kitchen Repeat Violation Warning

36-34-5

Detail 24432703

Basic - Ceilings/ walls/ floors soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling tiles in kitchen sagging and stained -floors throughout kitchen soiled with food, grease and dirt debris -walls throughout kitchen soiled with grease and food debris Repeat Violation Warning

14-74-7

Detail 24432709

Basic - 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. Kofta kebab (44F - Cold Holding) and raw lamb kebab (47F - Cold Holding) prepped last night, was held in 3 door reach in cooler overnight and not removed at all today according to operator. All other foods in cooler barely temping 43F. Stop Sale issued, and operator will discontinue use of this cooler until it has been repaired. Warning

50-09-4

Detail 24432708

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Displayed license expired 2/1/25 Repeat Violation Warning

14-09-4

Detail 24432695

Basic - Cutting boards throughout kitchen have cut marks and are no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation Warning

35A-03-4

Detail 24432707

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach under prep table with tablets on cook line 1 dead roaches inside on plate in out of order cooler being used for dry storage in kitchen Operator cleaned up. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

40-06-5

Detail 24432692

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee food throughout 3 door reach in cooler not segregated from restaurant food or labeled as personal food. Operator separated. Corrected On-Site Warning

14-11-5

Detail 24432696

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -reach in freezer door handle broken off -reach in cooler shelves in coolers by 3 compartment sink are sagging Warning

08B-47-4

Detail 24432688

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Onions stored in box on floor in kitchen Repeat Violation Warning

36-68-5

Detail 24432701

Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Repeat Violation Warning

14-69-4

Detail 24432697

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezers. Repeat Violation Warning

22-08-4

Detail 24432686

Basic - Interior of oven and microwave have accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Repeat Violation Warning

23-03-4

Detail 24432711

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of shelves, cooling equipment, and cold holding equipment are soiled with grease and good debris Warning

22-16-4

Detail 24432713

Basic - Reach-in coolers throughout kitchen interior/shelves have accumulation of grease, food, and soil residues. Warning

08B-12-5

Detail 24432710

Basic - Stored food not covered. Cooked couscous in cooler by 3 compartment sink stored uncovered. Warning

08B-63-4

Detail 24432694

Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. -food not in original packaging stored in reach in unlocked freezer in dining room Repeat Violation Warning

42-01-4

Detail 24432702

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Warning

45-04-4

Detail 24432699

Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. -gyro cooker not installed under hood ventilation system Repeat Violation

Jan 5, 2026

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 1Basic: 13Total: 14

22-02-4

Detail 24279224

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Cutting boards on deli cooler by cook line and drying on 3 compartment sink are heavily stained and grooved, no longer cleanable. -blender in kitchen soiled with food debris -soiled pans stored on prep table shelf -machine attachment used for cutting herbs stored soiled on prep table shelf Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-05: Time Extended

22-08-4

Detail 24279227

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - -Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Interior of both microwaves on cook line have accumulation of grease/food debris. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-05: Time Extended

36-37-5

Detail 24279226

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food storage, and warewashing areas. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-05: Time Extended

36-32-5

Detail 24279220

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tiles in kitchen approaching warewash area shows damage or is in disrepair. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-05: Time Extended

50-09-4

Detail 24279234

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Displaying license expired in Feb 2025 Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-05: Time Extended

14-09-4

Detail 24279232

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -Cutting boards on deli cooler by cook line and drying on 3 compartment sink are heavily stained and grooved. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-05: Time Extended

36-73-4

Detail 24279230

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris throughout kitchen. Heavy grease buildup behind cook line and coolers. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-05: Time Extended

08B-47-4

Detail 24279223

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Onions in kitchen stored in box on the floor - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-05: Time Extended

36-68-5

Detail 24279229

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls and ceiling. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-05: Time Extended

14-69-4

Detail 24279221

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in kitchen and dining room Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-05: Time Extended

38-07-4

Detail 24279228

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -lights over food prep area in kitchen lack shield or coating - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-05: Time Extended

38-05-4

Detail 24279233

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area. No light in dry storage room across from kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-05: Time Extended

08B-63-4

Detail 24279225

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Ice chest in dining area used for food storage has no lock to protect from patrons. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-05: Time Extended

36-27-5

Detail 24279231

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust throughout kitchen, food prep, food storage and ware washing areas. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-05: Time Extended

45-04-4

Detail 24279222
  • From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Gyro cooker not installed under a hood system. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-05: Time Extended

Oct 27, 2025

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 5Intermediate: 3Basic: 19Total: 27

12A-07-5

Detail 24148396

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Corrected employee and she washed her hands. Corrected On-Site

09-01-4

Detail 24148414

High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Employee used her bare hands to check the temperature of the gyro

03C-97-2

Detail 24148399

High Priority - Gyro meat in a broiler that is turned off.

03C-98-1

Detail 24148394

High Priority - Gyro meat partially cooked and then cooled prior to being fully cooked. Discussed proper gyro cooking with operator and emailed handout.

35A-09-4

Detail 24148409

High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. -1 dead fly on shelf behind front counter -1 dead fly in drink cooler in dining room

53A-03-7

Detail 24148405

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ CFM dated 6/18/2014

22-02-4

Detail 24148403

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Cutting boards on deli cooler by cook line and drying on 3 compartment sink are heavily stained and grooved, no longer cleanable. -blender in kitchen soiled with food debris -soiled pans stored on prep table shelf -machine attachment used for cutting herbs stored soiled on prep table shelf Repeat Violation

53B-08-4

Detail 24148416

Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a person who is not a certified food manager. CFM expired in 2019, employee training done in 2023.

22-08-4

Detail 24148397

Basic - -Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Interior of both microwaves on cook line have accumulation of grease/food debris. Repeat Violation

23-24-4

Detail 24148400

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on reach in cooler door handles by 3 compartment sink. Operator cleaned the handles. Corrected On-Site

36-37-5

Detail 24148415

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food storage, and warewashing areas. Repeat Violation

36-34-5

Detail 24148401

Basic - Ceiling tiles and vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout kitchen, food prep, cooking and ware washing areas.

36-32-5

Detail 24148395

Basic - Ceiling tiles in kitchen approaching warewash area shows damage or is in disrepair.

50-09-4

Detail 24148392

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Displaying license expired in Feb 2025 Repeat Violation

14-09-4

Detail 24148413

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -Cutting boards on deli cooler by cook line and drying on 3 compartment sink are heavily stained and grooved. Repeat Violation

35A-03-4

Detail 24148417

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach under three compartment sink 1 dead roach under "international beverages" cooler in kitchen 2 dead roaches next to reach in cooler in kitchen being used for dry storage

36-73-4

Detail 24148407

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris throughout kitchen. Heavy grease buildup behind cook line and coolers. Repeat Violation

08B-47-4

Detail 24148393

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Onions in kitchen stored in box on the floor

36-68-5

Detail 24148390

Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls and ceiling.

14-69-4

Detail 24148404

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in kitchen and dining room Repeat Violation

10-02-4

Detail 24148398

Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. -utensils on cook line stored in soiled gap between equipment

38-01-4

Detail 24148412

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. -broken light shield in kitchen over reach in cooler to right of kitchen entrance Repeat Violation

38-07-4

Detail 24148402

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -lights over food prep area in kitchen lack shield or coating

08B-12-5

Detail 24148391

Basic - Stored food not covered. Spices on prep table in back kitchen across from 3 compartment sink are in containers with no lids

38-05-4

Detail 24148408

Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area. No light in dry storage room across from kitchen

08B-63-4

Detail 24148410

Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Ice chest in dining area used for food storage has no lock to protect from patrons. Repeat Violation

36-27-5

Detail 24148411

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust throughout kitchen, food prep, food storage and ware washing areas. Repeat Violation

45-04-4

Detail 24148406

Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Gyro cooker not installed under a hood system. Repeat Violation

Mar 14, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 4Basic: 12Total: 17

08A-20-5

Detail 23632511

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef over raw chicken in reach-in cooler. Employee separated items. Corrected On-Site

22-02-4

Detail 23632517

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained with food debris.

16-37-1

Detail 23632514

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

03F-10-5

Detail 23632519

Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Gyro cone on spit in vertical broiler cooking is not continuous. Emailed operator procedures.

02C-02-5

Detail 23632522

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. marinated chicken, and marinated beef in coolers has no date marking.

36-37-5

Detail 23632520

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas, Throughout kitchen area.

50-09-4

Detail 23632513

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License displayed 2-1-2025.

14-09-4

Detail 23632524

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

40-06-5

Detail 23632518

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag on shelf with dry seasonings Repeat Violation

36-17-5

Detail 23632510

Basic - Floor tiles in disrepair throughout kitchen.

36-73-4

Detail 23632526

Basic - Floors soiled with heavy grease buildup on cook line.

14-69-4

Detail 23632521

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in dining room.

22-08-4

Detail 23632527

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven and microwave soiled with food debris.

38-01-4

Detail 23632515

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Multiple ceiling lights in kitchen with damaged or missing covers

25-32-4

Detail 23632516

Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Pia bread bags used for raw meats.

08B-63-4

Detail 23632525

Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Chest freezers in dining room not secured. Repeat Violation

36-27-5

Detail 23632523

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust throughout kitchen area.

45-04-4

Detail 23632512

Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Table top vertical broiler for cooking gyro cones on prep table in kitchen with grease laden vapors not located under a hood system Repeat Violation

Sep 24, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 1Basic: 12Total: 16

08B-27-4

Detail 23172984

High Priority - Food placed in soiled container/equipment. In use squeeze bottles soiled on cook line Metal dry seasoning containers in prep room soiled

08A-05-6

Detail 23172983

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over whole tomatoes in glass cooler

08A-20-5

Detail 23172982

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef in white cooler

22-02-4

Detail 23172975

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Grill surface soiled Stained cutting boards on cook line Repeat Violation

23-24-4

Detail 23172980

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cooler handles soiled

36-37-5

Detail 23172987

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Over kitchen Repeat Violation

36-34-5

Detail 23172988

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Walls and ceilings soiled in kitchen with accumulation of grease and dust

40-06-5

Detail 23172990

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag on shelf with dry seasonings Repeat Violation

13-03-4

Detail 23172989

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Repeat Violation

10-06-5

Detail 23172979

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Spoon handle in kale salad

22-08-4

Detail 23172985

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven and microwave soiled

38-07-4

Detail 23172976

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Over kitchen and and prep room

23-03-4

Detail 23172974

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Accumulation of grease on around equipment on cook line. Cooler gaskets soiled Repeat Violation

22-16-4

Detail 23172986

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Repeat Violation

08B-63-4

Detail 23172977

Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Heat freezer containing unpackaged foods in dining room not secured Repeat Violation

42-01-4

Detail 23172978

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop in mop bucket. Mop sink blocked with soiled cooking equipment Repeat Violation

45-04-4

Detail 23172981

Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Table top vertical broiler for cooking gyro cones on prep table in kitchen with grease laden vapors not located under a hood system

Apr 25, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 1Basic: 15Total: 19

09-01-4

Detail 22832898

High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed staff handling pita bread with bare hands

22-45-4

Detail 22832904

High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Staff observed washing equipment in triple sink without using sanitizer, discussed proper cleaning procedures with staff

08A-02-6

Detail 22832895

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw gyro meat over falafel in reach in freezer

22-02-4

Detail 22832889

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Surface of sandwich press soiled Cutting boards stained Accumulation of grease on grill surface Accumulation of food debris under hood of prep cooler Interior of seasoning bins in prep room soiled Interior sides of gyro machine soiled Repeat Violation

23-24-4

Detail 22832886

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cooler handles soiled Repeat Violation

36-37-5

Detail 22832900

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Over kitchen

14-09-4

Detail 22832893

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation

40-06-5

Detail 22832888

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag on shelf with seasoning containers

13-03-4

Detail 22832890

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Staff in kitchen observed handling food with no hair restraints

36-73-4

Detail 22832897

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Accumulation of grease under cook line Repeat Violation

22-08-4

Detail 22832891

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave and oven soiled Repeat Violation

38-01-4

Detail 22832887

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Multiple ceiling lights in kitchen with damaged or missing covers

23-03-4

Detail 22832892

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooler gaskets soiled Repeat Violation

16-46-4

Detail 22832894

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. In use containers in glass cooler with old labels

22-16-4

Detail 22832899

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Repeat Violation

08B-63-4

Detail 22832903

Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Chest freezer containing unpackaged food in dining room not secured

23-01-4

Detail 22832902

Basic - Vending machine exterior soiled. Hood filters soiled

36-27-5

Detail 22832901

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls and ceilings soiled in kitchen Repeat Violation

42-01-4

Detail 22832896

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

Nov 28, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 2Basic: 11Total: 13

22-02-4

Detail 22467197

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards soiled with food debris. Gyro cone cooker soiled with food debris Blender heavily soiled with food debris.

02C-02-5

Detail 22467202

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Lamb cooked and cut on 11-28-23 no date mark. Employee marked item. Corrected On-Site

23-24-4

Detail 22467200

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Stand up cooler soiled with food debris.

36-34-5

Detail 22467198

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In kitchen area above reach-in cooler and over heavily soiled with dust substance

50-09-4

Detail 22467193

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

14-09-4

Detail 22467201

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White and green cutting boards in kitchen area.

36-73-4

Detail 22467192

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Kitchen floors heavily soiled with food debris.

22-08-4

Detail 22467190

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven heavily soiled with food debris. Microwave in kitchen soiled with food debris Repeat Violation

38-07-4

Detail 22467195

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. In back kitchen area above reach-cooler.

23-03-4

Detail 22467191

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled reach -in cooler on cook line. Repeat Violation

12B-13-4

Detail 22467194

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drinks in refrigerator next to customer food.

22-16-4

Detail 22467199

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach-in cooler in kitchen area soiled with food debris Repeat Violation

36-27-5

Detail 22467196

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls though out kitchen soiled with dust.

Jan 27, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 2Basic: 6Total: 8

11-03-5

Detail 21733472

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Sent big six packet to increase knowledge.

22-02-4

Detail 21733470

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Green cutting board in kitchen, to the right of the sandwich press shows mold like substance on edges. Interior of two door deli cooler in the kitchen shows accumulation of debris on shelves, interior bottom. Repeat Violation

13-03-4

Detail 21733467

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee engaged in food preparation had no hair restraint.

08B-38-4

Detail 21733474

Basic - Food stored on floor. Fry oil on floor in dry storage room. Employee put fry oil on shelf. Corrected On-Site

22-08-4

Detail 21733468

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave interior, in kitchen area, to the right of the stove shows accumulation of debris. Interior of both white fridges in kitchen room with the three compartment sink located shows accumulation of debris. Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 21733469

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Stand up three door glass front cooler in kitchen has accumulation of debris on the handles and glass. Exterior of oven and handle on oven shows accumulation of debris.

22-16-4

Detail 21733473

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Three door, glass front cooler in kitchen shows accumulation of debris on shelving and the interior bottom. Repeat Violation

25-05-4

Detail 21733471

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Styrofoam Togo containers not properly inverted in kitchen, next to 3 door glass front cooler. Employee inverted properly. Corrected On-Site

Mar 21, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 4Total: 7

12A-09-4

Detail 20944728

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee touched raw chicken and then proceeded to wash hands with gloves on. Inspector instructed employee to remove gloves and then wash hands. Employee removed gloves and then washed hands. Discussed good hand washing practices with operator. Corrective Action Taken

41-10-4

Detail 20944726

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Hand sanitizer spray stored next to single serve straws in kitchen . Operator removed sanitizer spray. Corrected On-Site

22-02-4

Detail 20944727

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Green cutting board next to sandwich press solid with mold-like substance. Grates on charbroil grill soiled with food debris.

12B-02-4

Detail 20944729

Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee sandwich on prep table next to pita bread to be served to the public. Operator discarded sandwich. Corrected On-Site

22-08-4

Detail 20944730

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave oven on cook line soiled with food debris. Interior of oven under flat top grill soiled with food debris. Repeat Violation

22-16-4

Detail 20944725

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior shelves and bottom of tall reach in cooler soiled with food debris. Repeat Violation

08B-12-5

Detail 20944724

Basic - Stored food not covered. House made falafel in reach in freezer not covered. Operator bagged falafel. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Nov 30, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 15Total: 19

08A-20-5

Detail 20689682

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw lamb in reach in cooler in back kitchen. Operator rearranged storage order. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

41-10-4

Detail 20689676

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Cleaner containing bleach on back prep table next to spices. Bottle of bleach on shelf next to dried garbanzo beans in back prep area. Operator removed chemicals. Corrected On-Site

31A-09-4

Detail 20689696

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink blocked by metal pan. Operator removed pan. Corrected On-Site

02C-02-5

Detail 20689698

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Tabouleh, hummus, marinated chicken, and marinated beef. Not date marked. Repeat Violation

14-09-4

Detail 20689668

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On sandwich make table. Green cutting board next to hot press.

12B-07-4

Detail 20689680

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee bottle of water on prep table in center of kitchen. Operator removed drink. Corrected On-Site

40-06-5

Detail 20689672

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on shelf next to spices in back prep area. Operator removed phone. Corrected On-Site

13-03-4

Detail 20689688

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 1 employee in kitchen preparing food. Repeat Violation

08B-38-4

Detail 20689678

Basic - Food stored on floor. Single serve sugar packets on floor under prep table on cook line.

14-69-4

Detail 20689665

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Reach in chest freezer next to double door refrigerator. Repeat Violation

10-20-4

Detail 20689695

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. On oven handle. Operator removed tongs from oven handle. Corrected On-Site

22-08-4

Detail 20689686

Basic - Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of oven on cook line has build up of cooked on food debris.

38-07-4

Detail 20689690

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Lights over cook line and in back prep area.

23-03-4

Detail 20689684

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Back of flat top grill soiled with grease build up. Side of charbroil grill soiled with grease build up.

22-16-4

Detail 20689694

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Shelves in sandwich make table cooler. Shelves in tall three door cooler.

29-20-5

Detail 20689674

Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand wash sink very slow draining. Repeat Violation

08B-12-5

Detail 20689670

Basic - Stored food not covered. Falafel patties in chest freezer not covered. Operator placed in food grade bags. Corrected On-Site

29-11-4

Detail 20689692

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Under three compartment sink.

42-01-4

Detail 20689697

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Stored in mop bucket.