Bait House Tackle and Tavern in Clearwater
Last inspected:
45 Causeway Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33767Bait House Tackle and Tavern in Clearwater has recorded 22 inspections since July 2022 with 58 total violations, averaging 2.6 violations per inspection—substantially below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. Hand washing violations have been a recurring concern, cited in at least 5 inspections including the most recent on January 30, 2026, when three separate hand washing violations were documented. Approved food source violations also appeared multiple times, with three citations in the August 5, 2025 inspection. Shell stock handling violations were documented in at least 3 inspections. The most recent inspection on January 30, 2026 was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Bait House Tackle and Tavern in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Bait House Tackle and Tavern in Clearwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 3 inspections7 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Bait House Tackle and Tavern in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Bait House Tackle and Tavern in Clearwater last inspected?
- Bait House Tackle and Tavern in Clearwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 27, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Bait House Tackle and Tavern in Clearwater?
- The most frequently cited violations at Bait House Tackle and Tavern in Clearwater are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Toilet facilities.
- How many health inspections has Bait House Tackle and Tavern in Clearwater had?
- Bait House Tackle and Tavern in Clearwater has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Bait House Tackle and Tavern in Clearwater find?
- Bait House Tackle and Tavern in Clearwater was most recently inspected on August 27, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Bait House Tackle and Tavern in Clearwater ever been shut down?
- No, Bait House Tackle and Tavern in Clearwater has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- What does Florida violation V40 (Wiping cloths usage) mean?
- Violation 40 (Wiping cloths usage) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/40.
- What does Florida violation V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?
- Violation 41 (Toilet facilities) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/41.
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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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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