How many health inspections has SMASHBURGER had?

SMASHBURGER has had 20 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has SMASHBURGER ever been shut down?

No, SMASHBURGER has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at SMASHBURGER?

The most frequently cited violations at SMASHBURGER are: Consumer advisory, Outer openings protected, Chemical properly stored.

What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?

PEST ENTRY: Unprotected outer openings (doors, windows, vents) allow entry of flies, rodents, birds, and other pests. A single open door can admit hundreds of flies in minutes — each carrying 100+ pathogens. Gaps around doors allow mice (1/4 inch) and rats (1/2 inch) to enter. Birds nest in rafters, contaminating food with droppings carrying Salmonella and Histoplasma. Protect all outer openings: install self-closing doors, tight-fitting screens on windows and vents, air curtains at frequently used entrances, door sweeps on exterior doors. Seal gaps around pipes and utility penetrations. Keep doors closed when not in active use. Maintain screens in good repair — no holes or tears.

SMASHBURGER

10801 STARKEY RD #4, Largo, FL 33777

Pinellas County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: TLC SMASHBURGER LARGO LLC · License: SEA6217617

SMASHBURGER in Largo, FL has 20 inspections on record with 142 total violations (7.1 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

20Inspections

142Violations

0Closures

Data current as of March 17, 2025

Inspection History (20)

Mar 17, 2025 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 10, 2025 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Warning Issued

Jul 17, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 6, 2024 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 18, 2023 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jun 6, 2023 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 27, 2023 — Routine - Food· 19 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 17, 2022 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 12 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V42 Equipment condition

Aug 2, 2022 — Routine - Food· 20 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 5, 2022 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 1, 2021 — Routine - Food· 16 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 23, 2021 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Nov 6, 2020 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Jul 13, 2020 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 10, 2020 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Nov 19, 2019 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Oct 2, 2019 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Apr 29, 2019 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Apr 19, 2019 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Nov 19, 2018 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V24 Toxic substance control

How Does This Facility Compare?

SMASHBURGER has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Pinellas County average of 0.27 closures per facility. It has averaged 7.1 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.56.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has SMASHBURGER had?: SMASHBURGER has had 20 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has SMASHBURGER ever been shut down?: No, SMASHBURGER has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at SMASHBURGER?: The most frequently cited violations at SMASHBURGER are: Consumer advisory, Outer openings protected, Chemical properly stored.

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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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Last verified: March 17, 2025 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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