Blind Shark Tavern in Largo
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11301 Starkey Rd, Largo, FL 33773Blind Shark Tavern in Largo has recorded 24 inspections with 186 total violations—averaging 7.75 violations per inspection, nearly 50 percent above the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. Hand washing violations, consumer advisory violations, and chemical storage violations recur throughout the inspection record. A Warning was issued on February 17, 2025 after an inspection documented food in poor condition and consumer advisory failures. The most recent inspection on March 18, 2026 found 15 violations including hand washing and consumer advisory failures, with disposition Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Blind Shark Tavern in Largo: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Blind Shark Tavern in Largo: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections23 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections23 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Blind Shark Tavern in Largo: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Blind Shark Tavern in Largo last inspected?
- Blind Shark Tavern in Largo was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 18, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Blind Shark Tavern in Largo?
- The most frequently cited violations at Blind Shark Tavern in Largo are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Blind Shark Tavern in Largo had?
- Blind Shark Tavern in Largo has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Blind Shark Tavern in Largo find?
- Blind Shark Tavern in Largo was most recently inspected on March 18, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Blind Shark Tavern in Largo ever been shut down?
- No, Blind Shark Tavern in Largo has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
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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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