Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater
1698 Clearwater Largo Rd, Clearwater, FL 33756
Rudy's Food and Market in Clearwater was subject to multiple stop-sale and stop-use orders in November and December 2023 after inspectors documented pest activity and adulteration issues. A stop-sale order issued November 21, 2023 required the immediate removal of Hemplitude hemp products (Summit Labs, LLC) for lacking a required certificate of analysis and misbranding; Sabritas products (Sabritas) for obtaining food from an unapproved source; and a stop-use order was issued for kitchen walk-in cooler equipment found to be unsanitary. A follow-up stop-sale order on December 5, 2023 required destruction of additional Hemplitude hemp products for adulteration, and a stop-use order was issued for equipment with evidence of pest infestation. Inspector notes from both inspection dates required the facility to develop and implement a pest management control program and to request written release from FDACS once all affected areas were adequately cleaned and sanitized. The facility was operating without a valid food permit as of April 16, 2024, with 2 violations cited at that inspection. A focused hurricane assessment visit on September 2, 2023 documented no violations.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected FDACS: April 16, 2024
Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater
1698 Clearwater Largo Rd, Clearwater, FL 33756
Rudy's Food and Market in Clearwater was subject to multiple stop-sale and stop-use orders in November and December 2023 after inspectors documented pest activity and adulteration issues. A stop-sale order issued November 21, 2023 required the immediate removal of Hemplitude hemp products (Summit Labs, LLC) for lacking a required certificate of analysis and misbranding; Sabritas products (Sabritas) for obtaining food from an unapproved source; and a stop-use order was issued for kitchen walk-in cooler equipment found to be unsanitary. A follow-up stop-sale order on December 5, 2023 required destruction of additional Hemplitude hemp products for adulteration, and a stop-use order was issued for equipment with evidence of pest infestation. Inspector notes from both inspection dates required the facility to develop and implement a pest management control program and to request written release from FDACS once all affected areas were adequately cleaned and sanitized. The facility was operating without a valid food permit as of April 16, 2024, with 2 violations cited at that inspection. A focused hurricane assessment visit on September 2, 2023 documented no violations.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected FDACS: April 16, 2024
Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater: FDACS Inspection History (4)
Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.
— 1 inspection
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit· 2 violations· Operating Without Permit
Good Retail Practice Violations
— 3 inspections
— Re-Inspection Required· 4 stop-sale orders· Re-Inspection Required
Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions
STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Hemplitude
Lot: M7/12/23 # Of Pkgs: 5 Size Of Pkg: 1.32 oz Total Weight: 9.24 oz
RELEASE NOTICE
STOP USE ORDER — Brand: NIA
Lot: N/A # Of Pkgs: N/A Size Of Pkg: N/A Total Weight: N/A
STOP USE ORDER — Brand: NIA
Lot: N/A # Of Pkgs: N/A Size Of Pkg: N/A Total Weight: N/A
— Re-Inspection Required· 4 violations· 4 stop-sale orders· Re-Inspection Required
Risk-Based Violations
Good Retail Practice Violations
Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions
STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Hemplitude
Lot: LOT: HN # Of Pkgs: 1 Size Of Pkg: 1.4 oz Total Weight: 1.4 oz
STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Hemplitude
Lot: M7/12/23 # Of Pkgs: 5 Size Of Pkg: 1.32 oz Total Weight: 9.24 oz
STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Sabritas
Lot: N/A # Of Pkgs: 4 Size Of Pkg: 58 grams Total Weight: 232 grams
STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Sabritas
Lot: N/A. # Of Pkgs: 3 Size Of Pkg: 59 grams Total Weight: 174 grams
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (8)
Products placed under stop-sale or stop-use order by FDACS inspectors. Stop-sale orders prohibit the sale of food that is adulterated, mislabeled, or poses a health risk.
| Date | Order Type | Product | Brand/Lot | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Hemplitude / M7/12/23 # Of Pkgs: 5 Size Of Pkg: 1.32 oz Total Weight: 9.24 oz | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Distribution and Retail Sale | |
| RELEASE NOTICE | — | — | — | |
| STOP USE ORDER | — | NIA / N/A # Of Pkgs: N/A Size Of Pkg: N/A Total Weight: N/A | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanabl… | |
| STOP USE ORDER | — | NIA / N/A # Of Pkgs: N/A Size Of Pkg: N/A Total Weight: N/A | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, rodents, and animals not present. Comment… | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Hemplitude / LOT: HN # Of Pkgs: 1 Size Of Pkg: 1.4 oz Total Weight: 1.4 oz | FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children. Comments: When corrections have been… | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Hemplitude / M7/12/23 # Of Pkgs: 5 Size Of Pkg: 1.32 oz Total Weight: 9.24 oz | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Distribution and Retail Sale Comments: No certificate of analysis that meets require… | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Sabritas / N/A # Of Pkgs: 4 Size Of Pkg: 58 grams Total Weight: 232 grams | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Approved Source: Food obtained from approved source. Comments: When corrections have … | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Sabritas / N/A. # Of Pkgs: 3 Size Of Pkg: 59 grams Total Weight: 174 grams | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Approved Source: Food obtained from approved source. Comments: When corrections have … |
Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions
- How many health inspections has Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater had?
- Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater has had 0 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 0 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- Has Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater ever been shut down?
- No, Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- When was Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater last inspected?
- Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on April 16, 2024. Inspection type: Operating Without a Valid Food Permit.
- How many inspections has Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater had?
- Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater has 4 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
- What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater find?
- Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater was most recently inspected by FDACS on April 16, 2024 (Operating Without a Valid Food Permit).
- Has Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
- Yes, Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater has 8 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were voluntarily destroyed.
- What are the most common violations at Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater?
- The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater are: 5-403.12: Condensate drainage or other non-sewage liquids or rainwater not drained from point of discharge to disposal according to law. 5-403.12; 2-103.11(A)-(N): A pattern of non-compliance is demonstrated with regard to the duties of the person in charge. 2-103.11(A)-(N) and (P) Pf; 6-501.11: Premises not maintained free of roaches and rodents; or not controlled to eliminate their presence on the premise by routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; and using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control. 6-501.111 (A)-(C) P.
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