Bascom's Chop House in Clearwater
Last inspected:
3665 Ulmerton Rd, Clearwater, FL 33762Bascom's Chop House in Clearwater has accumulated 265 violations across 29 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.1 per visit. The facility has not been shut down but shows a pattern of warnings followed by compliance callbacks, most frequently for food contact surface cleanliness, ventilation, and employee health reporting. Since 2021, inspectors have issued four warnings that triggered immediate callbacks, indicating recurring compliance issues. The restaurant faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $200 fine.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Bascom's Chop House in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
9.1
violations / inspection
9.1 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.13
violations / inspection
6.13 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
Bascom's Chop House in Clearwater: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2019020143 | $200.00 | Mar 14, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Bascom's Chop House in Clearwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections38 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections28 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections36 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Bascom's Chop House in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Bascom's Chop House in Clearwater last inspected?
- Bascom's Chop House in Clearwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 10, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Bascom's Chop House in Clearwater?
- The most frequently cited violations at Bascom's Chop House in Clearwater are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Bascom's Chop House in Clearwater had?
- Bascom's Chop House in Clearwater has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Bascom's Chop House in Clearwater find?
- Bascom's Chop House in Clearwater was most recently inspected on March 10, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Bascom's Chop House in Clearwater ever been shut down?
- No, Bascom's Chop House in Clearwater has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Bascom's Chop House in Clearwater faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Bascom's Chop House in Clearwater has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Bascom's Chop House in Clearwater been fined?
- Bascom's Chop House in Clearwater has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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