How many health inspections has BOCAO BAKERY AND RESTAURANT had?

BOCAO BAKERY AND RESTAURANT has had 20 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has BOCAO BAKERY AND RESTAURANT ever been shut down?

Yes, BOCAO BAKERY AND RESTAURANT has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at BOCAO BAKERY AND RESTAURANT?

The most frequently cited violations at BOCAO BAKERY AND RESTAURANT are: Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.

What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?

DISEASE TRANSMISSION: Without a written employee health policy, sick food workers transmit Norovirus (20 million US cases/year), Hepatitis A (causes liver failure), Salmonella, Shigella, and E. coli O157:H7. CDC estimates 40% of restaurant outbreaks involve ill food workers. A single infected employee can contaminate food for thousands of customers. Maintain written employee health policy addressing: reporting of symptoms (vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever), diagnosed illnesses (Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, Shigella, E. coli), exclusion and restriction criteria, and return-to-work requirements. Train all employees on policy at hiring and annually.

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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?

UNSAFE FOOD SOURCE: Food from unapproved sources bypasses USDA/FDA safety inspections, potentially harboring Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli O157:H7, parasites, or chemical contaminants. Uninspected meat may contain antibiotics, hormones, or prions (mad cow disease). Home-canned foods risk deadly Clostridium botulinum toxin. Wild-harvested shellfish may contain paralytic toxins. All food must come from approved, inspected sources. Maintain supplier documentation and invoices. Shellfish must have proper tags retained for 90 days. No home-prepared, home-canned, or uninspected foods. Wild game must be commercially processed. Verify supplier licenses and inspection status.

BOCAO BAKERY AND RESTAURANT

2097 DREW ST, Clearwater, FL 33765

Pinellas County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: BOCAO BAKERY AND RESTAURANT LLC · License: SEA6217007

BOCAO BAKERY AND RESTAURANT in Clearwater, FL has 20 inspections on record with 136 total violations (6.8 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

20Inspections

136Violations

1Closures

Data current as of May 8, 2025

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for BOCAO BAKERY AND RESTAURANT
Date	Reason	Reopened
Sep 7, 2018	Roach activity	16:55:00

Inspection History (20)

May 8, 2025 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Apr 22, 2025 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Feb 20, 2025 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

Apr 2, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 15, 2020 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V42 Equipment condition

Jul 29, 2020 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V42 Equipment condition

Jul 24, 2020 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 17, 2020 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Oct 16, 2019 — Routine - Food· 9 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Feb 13, 2019 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 4, 2018 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sep 27, 2018 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sep 24, 2018 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sep 24, 2018 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V21 Time as control

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Sep 7, 2018 — Routine - Food· 20 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 7, 2018 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 12, 2018 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 29, 2017 — Routine - Food· 15 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Dec 29, 2016 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Dec 22, 2016 — Routine - Food· 19 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V06 Handwashing facilities

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

How Does This Facility Compare?

BOCAO BAKERY AND RESTAURANT has had 1 emergency closures, compared to the Pinellas County average of 0.27 closures per facility. It has averaged 6.8 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.56.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has BOCAO BAKERY AND RESTAURANT had?: BOCAO BAKERY AND RESTAURANT has had 20 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has BOCAO BAKERY AND RESTAURANT ever been shut down?: Yes, BOCAO BAKERY AND RESTAURANT has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at BOCAO BAKERY AND RESTAURANT?: The most frequently cited violations at BOCAO BAKERY AND RESTAURANT are: Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.

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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).

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