Joven's in Clearwater
Last inspected:
435 S Myrtle Ave, Clearwater, FL 33756Joven's in Clearwater has been cited for 126 violations across 15 inspections dating to at least 2023, averaging 8.4 violations per inspection—significantly higher than Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been documented in 12 of the 15 inspections, with recurring findings including employee health policy violations (cited in 4 inspections), proper hand and arm washing violations (cited in 5 inspections), consumer advisory violations (cited in 8 inspections), toxic substance control violations (cited in 2 inspections), and chemical storage violations (cited in 3 inspections). The facility received a Warning Issued disposition on January 17, 2025 after 3 violations were found. The most recent inspection on February 24, 2026 documented 27 violations including high-priority findings for employee health policy, toxic substance control, allergen awareness, and time as control, with the inspection completed and no further action required at that time.
Most recent closure: September 18, 2026 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Joven's in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Joven's in Clearwater: Emergency Closure History (1)
Joven's in Clearwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (18)
— 4 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections33 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Joven's in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Joven's in Clearwater under active enforcement?
- Records show 3 emergency order inspections between September 18, 2026 and September 21, 2026. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Joven's in Clearwater last inspected?
- Joven's in Clearwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 21, 2026. The result was: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
- When was Joven's in Clearwater last shut down?
- Joven's in Clearwater was last shut down on September 18, 2026 for roach 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 Joven's in Clearwater?
- The most frequently cited violations at Joven's in Clearwater are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Toilet facilities.
- How many health inspections has Joven's in Clearwater had?
- Joven's in Clearwater has had 18 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Joven's in Clearwater find?
- Joven's in Clearwater was most recently inspected on September 21, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
- Has Joven's in Clearwater ever been shut down?
- Yes, Joven's in Clearwater has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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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).
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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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