Moe's Southwest Grill in Largo
Last inspected:
11140 Starkey Rd, Largo, FL 33773Part of: Moes Southwest Grill Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Moe's Southwest Grill in Largo has accumulated 198 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.4 per visit. The facility faced three disciplinary actions totaling $1,160 in fines, with the largest penalty at $800. In 2022, the restaurant triggered consecutive callback inspections in February and March after a warning for 12 violations, including four high-priority items. Fire inspections documented one violation: a portable fire extinguisher with a gauge in the red zone near the kitchen soda rack.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Moe's Southwest Grill in Largo: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
6.4
violations / inspection
6.4 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.13
violations / inspection
6.13 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
Moe's Southwest Grill in Largo: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022017969 | $200.00 | Feb 24, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2020007374 | $160.00 | Dec 16, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2015008169 | $800.00 | Jan 26, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Moe's Southwest Grill in Largo: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Next to soda rack in the kitchen
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Moe's Southwest Grill in Largo: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections21 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections25 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections17 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections21 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Moe's Southwest Grill in Largo: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Moe's Southwest Grill in Largo last inspected?
- Moe's Southwest Grill in Largo was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Moe's Southwest Grill in Largo?
- The most frequently cited violations at Moe's Southwest Grill in Largo are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Moe's Southwest Grill in Largo had?
- Moe's Southwest Grill in Largo has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Moe's Southwest Grill in Largo find?
- Moe's Southwest Grill in Largo was most recently inspected on January 6, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Moe's Southwest Grill in Largo ever been shut down?
- No, Moe's Southwest Grill in Largo has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?
- Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.
- What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
- Has Moe's Southwest Grill in Largo had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Moe's Southwest Grill in Largo has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Moe's Southwest Grill in Largo faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Moe's Southwest Grill in Largo has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,160.00 in fines.
- How much has Moe's Southwest Grill in Largo been fined?
- Moe's Southwest Grill in Largo has been fined a total of $1,160.00 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).
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