How many health inspections has MB GRILL had?

MB GRILL has had 17 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has MB GRILL ever been shut down?

Yes, MB GRILL has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at MB GRILL?

The most frequently cited violations at MB GRILL are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Shell stock requirements.

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 V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?

SHELLFISH TRACEABILITY: Shellfish (oysters, clams, mussels) are high-risk foods consumed raw or lightly cooked. Without proper identification tags, contaminated shellfish cannot be traced during outbreaks. Vibrio vulnificus from Gulf shellfish has a 50% fatality rate in at-risk populations. Norovirus in shellfish causes 50% of shellfish-related illnesses. Proper tags enable rapid recall during outbreaks. Maintain shellfish tags for 90 days from date of sale/service. Tags must include: harvester name and certification number, harvest date and location, quantity, dealer information. Store shellfish in original tagged container until empty. Record date on each container when last shell is removed. Never commingle shellfish from different lots.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

MB GRILL

11001 US HWY 19 N, Clearwater, FL 33764

Pinellas County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: SHAHD INC · License: SEA6218200

MB GRILL in Clearwater, FL has 17 inspections on record with 154 total violations (9.1 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

17Inspections

154Violations

1Closures

Data current as of March 14, 2025

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for MB GRILL
Date	Reason	Reopened
Jun 27, 2023	Roach & rodent activity	13:50:00

Inspection History (17)

Mar 14, 2025 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Feb 14, 2025 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

Sep 19, 2024 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V38 Waste properly disposed

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Mar 29, 2024 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Mar 28, 2024 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

Jan 8, 2024 — Complaint Full· 12 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

Sep 5, 2023 — Routine - Food· 17 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Jun 28, 2023 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 28, 2023 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 27, 2023 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 8, 2022 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Oct 4, 2022 — Routine - Food· 13 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 1, 2022 — Routine - Food· 15 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Apr 4, 2022 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Oct 4, 2021 — Routine - Food· 14 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Apr 12, 2021 — Routine - Food· 17 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

Dec 21, 2020 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

How Does This Facility Compare?

MB GRILL has had 1 emergency closures, compared to the Pinellas County average of 0.27 closures per facility. It has averaged 9.1 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.56.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has MB GRILL had?: MB GRILL has had 17 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has MB GRILL ever been shut down?: Yes, MB GRILL has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at MB GRILL?: The most frequently cited violations at MB GRILL are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Shell stock requirements.

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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.

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