Thee Liberty Grill in Clearwater
Last inspected:
1185 N Hercules Ave, Clearwater, FL 33765Thee Liberty Grill in Clearwater has accumulated 297 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.6 per visit. The facility was shut down in September 2025 for roach and rodent activity. In recent months, inspectors have conducted repeated callbacks with administrative complaints recommended multiple times in 2024 and 2025, including a cluster of four inspections from September through October 2025 where inspectors documented 43 violations with 15 high-priority violations. The facility has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $840 in fines, with the largest penalty reaching $440.
Most recent closure: September 11, 2025 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Thee Liberty Grill in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
9.7
violations / inspection
9.7 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.14
violations / inspection
6.14 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.36
closures / facility
0.36 county average
Thee Liberty Grill in Clearwater: Emergency Closure History (1)
Thee Liberty Grill in Clearwater: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $840.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025075208 | $200.00 | Oct 9, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2024018243 | $440.00 | Jan 22, 2024 | Tampa | |
| 3--2019015580 | $200.00 | Jan 29, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Thee Liberty Grill in Clearwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 8 inspections49 violations · 24 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections18 violations · 8 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections25 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 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· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 7 inspections45 violations · 31 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections18 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Thee Liberty Grill in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Thee Liberty Grill in Clearwater last inspected?
- Thee Liberty Grill in Clearwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 30, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- When was Thee Liberty Grill in Clearwater last shut down?
- Thee Liberty Grill in Clearwater was last shut down on September 11, 2025 for roach & 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 Thee Liberty Grill in Clearwater?
- The most frequently cited violations at Thee Liberty Grill in Clearwater are: Proper ventilation, Time as control, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Thee Liberty Grill in Clearwater had?
- Thee Liberty Grill in Clearwater has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Thee Liberty Grill in Clearwater find?
- Thee Liberty Grill in Clearwater was most recently inspected on July 30, 2026 with 12 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Thee Liberty Grill in Clearwater ever been shut down?
- Yes, Thee Liberty Grill in Clearwater has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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 V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
- Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
- Has Thee Liberty Grill in Clearwater faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Thee Liberty Grill in Clearwater has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $840.00 in fines.
- How much has Thee Liberty Grill in Clearwater been fined?
- Thee Liberty Grill in Clearwater has been fined a total of $840.00 across 3 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).
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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