Clearwater Family Restaurant in Clearwater
Last inspected:
1844 N Highland Ave, Clearwater, FL 33755Clearwater Family Restaurant has accumulated 243 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 9 per visit. The facility was shut down once for rodent activity in 2022. Fire safety inspections documented three citations for portable fire extinguishers in the red zone, a violation that persisted across multiple years. The restaurant's top recurring violations involve chemical storage, consumer advisories, and employee health reporting.
Most recent closure: July 27, 2022 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Clearwater Family Restaurant in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
8.8
violations / inspection
8.8 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.13
violations / inspection
6.13 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
Clearwater Family Restaurant in Clearwater: Emergency Closure History (1)
Clearwater Family Restaurant in Clearwater: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022039787 | — | N/A | — |
Clearwater Family Restaurant in Clearwater: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
-Near hand wash sink inside kitchen across from reach in cooler in wait station area. Manager called to have extinguisher recharged. - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-06: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
-Near hand wash sink inside kitchen across from reach in cooler in wait station area. Manager called to have extinguisher recharged.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Food-Licensing Inspection · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Over charged in kitchen area
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Clearwater Family Restaurant in Clearwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections38 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 20 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections26 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections27 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (12 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 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· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection3 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections22 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Clearwater Family Restaurant in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Clearwater Family Restaurant in Clearwater last inspected?
- Clearwater Family Restaurant in Clearwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Clearwater Family Restaurant in Clearwater last shut down?
- Clearwater Family Restaurant in Clearwater was last shut down on July 27, 2022 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Clearwater Family Restaurant in Clearwater?
- The most frequently cited violations at Clearwater Family Restaurant in Clearwater are: Chemical properly stored, Employee health reporting, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Clearwater Family Restaurant in Clearwater had?
- Clearwater Family Restaurant in Clearwater has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Clearwater Family Restaurant in Clearwater find?
- Clearwater Family Restaurant in Clearwater was most recently inspected on May 6, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Clearwater Family Restaurant in Clearwater ever been shut down?
- Yes, Clearwater Family Restaurant in Clearwater has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- 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.
- Has Clearwater Family Restaurant in Clearwater had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Clearwater Family Restaurant in Clearwater has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Clearwater Family Restaurant in Clearwater faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Clearwater Family Restaurant in Clearwater has 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).
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