How many health inspections has REEFERS SOCIAL CLUB had?

REEFERS SOCIAL CLUB has had 29 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has REEFERS SOCIAL CLUB ever been shut down?

Yes, REEFERS SOCIAL CLUB has been shut down 3 times by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at REEFERS SOCIAL CLUB?

The most frequently cited violations at REEFERS SOCIAL CLUB are: Outer openings protected, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?

PARASITE SURVIVAL: Without proper freezing or cooking, parasites in fish (Anisakis, tapeworm), pork (Trichinella), and wild game survive to infect consumers. Anisakis larvae in raw sushi cause severe abdominal pain and allergic reactions. Tapeworm cysts in undercooked pork/beef grow into 15-30 foot worms in intestines. Proper freezing (-4°F for 7 days) kills parasites. Fish intended for raw consumption (sushi, sashimi, ceviche, tartare) must be frozen to -4°F for 7 days, or -31°F for 15 hours before service. Exception: tuna species and aquacultured fish fed processed feed. Pork and wild game must reach minimum internal cooking temperature. Document all freezing records.

REEFERS SOCIAL CLUB

600 MANDALY AVE, Clearwater Beacgh, FL 33767

Pinellas County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: RSCNB GROUP LLC · License: SEA6217202

REEFERS SOCIAL CLUB in Clearwater Beacgh, FL has 29 inspections on record with 88 total violations (3 per inspection) and 3 emergency closures.

29Inspections

88Violations

3Closures

Data current as of April 1, 2025

Emergency Closures (3)

Emergency closure history for REEFERS SOCIAL CLUB
Date	Reason	Reopened
Sep 27, 2021	Rodent activity	15:16:00
Jun 8, 2020	Rodent activity	11:33:00
Sep 23, 2019	Roach activity	10:42:00

Inspection History (29)

Apr 1, 2025 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

Jan 10, 2025 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 4, 2024 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V27 Correct procedures

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Feb 9, 2024 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Jul 6, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 5, 2023 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V13 Parasite destruction

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Oct 25, 2022 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 2, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

V49 Non-food contact surfaces

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 29, 2021 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 27, 2021 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 27, 2021 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

Apr 30, 2021 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V13 Parasite destruction

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Basic Violations

V49 Non-food contact surfaces

Oct 12, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 11, 2020 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 9, 2020 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jun 8, 2020 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Sep 26, 2019 — Complaint Full· 4 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 25, 2019 — Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 24, 2019 — Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 23, 2019 — Complaint Full· 11 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 13, 2019 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 12, 2019 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 12, 2019 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 16, 2018 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Aug 15, 2018 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jun 12, 2018 — Complaint Full· 4 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 20, 2018 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V25 Allergen awareness

Oct 27, 2017 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 11, 2016 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

How Does This Facility Compare?

REEFERS SOCIAL CLUB has had 3 emergency closures, compared to the Pinellas County average of 0.27 closures per facility. It has averaged 3 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.56.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has REEFERS SOCIAL CLUB had?: REEFERS SOCIAL CLUB has had 29 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has REEFERS SOCIAL CLUB ever been shut down?: Yes, REEFERS SOCIAL CLUB has been shut down 3 times by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at REEFERS SOCIAL CLUB?: The most frequently cited violations at REEFERS SOCIAL CLUB are: Outer openings protected, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

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