Pinellas County — Food Safety Records
Pinellas County, Florida has 2474 food establishments with 52,518 inspections on record. 68 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 80%, below the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 6.1 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Shells of St Pete Beach in St.pete Beach, shut down August 7, 2026 for rodent, roach & fly activity.
Largest fine: $1,900 assessed to Bayou Cafe in Tarpon Springs on May 5, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Pinellas County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Pinellas County
80%
Pass Rate
80%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Pinellas County
6.1
Avg Violations / Inspection
6.1
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Pinellas County
2.75
Closures per 100 Facilities
2.75
Florida Average
2
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
Pinellas County Restaurants: Recent Closures (10)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shells of St Pete Beach | St.pete Beach | Rodent, Roach & Fly activity | |
| Cafe Bich Nga | Pinellas Park | Rodent & fly activity | |
| Buffet City | St Petersburg | Roach activity | |
| Denny's | St. Petersburg | Roach & rodent activity | |
| Nautical Brews Pizza | Clearwater | Rodent activity | |
| Discovery Indian Cuisine | Palm Harbor | Rodent activity | |
| Uptown Eats | St. Petersburg | Rodent & fly activity | |
| Jimmy John's #1127 | St. Petersburg | Fly activity | |
| Bosphorus Gyros and Kebabs | Largo | Sewage back up | |
| Boat Club | Tarpon Springs | Rodent & fly activity |
Pinellas County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frenchy's Rockaway Grill INC | Clearwater Bch | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Taco Bell #18575 | St Petersburg | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| International House of Pancakes 36-189 | St. Petersburg | 6 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Jimmy Johns #1513 | Clearwater | 11 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar | Clearwater | 6 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| China 99 | Clearwater | 15 (4 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Sloppy Joe's | Treasure Island | 57 (8 high) | Emergency order recommended | |
| Dunkin Donuts/baskin Robbins | Gibsonton | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Screaming Jalapeno | Safety Harbor | 3 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| De Lukas Restaurant and Bar | Clearwater | 3 | Call Back - Complied |
Pinellas County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 515,162 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 433,157 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 333,083 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 304,103 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 294,384 |
Pinellas County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 5, 2026 | Bayou Cafe | $1,900 | 3--2025089225 |
| Oct 10, 2025 | Smuggler's Island Pub | $1,600 | 3--2025047007 |
| Jun 10, 2026 | Bayou Cafe | $1,100 | 3--2026011451 |
| Aug 20, 2025 | Oyster Shucker INC | $800 | 3--2025048258 |
| Aug 28, 2025 | Badfins Food & Brew | $800 | 3--2025054717 |
| Sep 16, 2025 | Speggtacular | $800 | 3--2025059970 |
| Sep 16, 2025 | Glass Noodle | $800 | 3--2025063189 |
| Sep 26, 2025 | El Tenampa | $800 | 3--2025039246 |
| Nov 3, 2025 | El Tenampa | $800 | 3--2025070821 |
| Nov 10, 2025 | 9 Bangkok Thai Restaurant INC | $800 | 3--2025074970 |
Pinellas County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 349 |
| Other fire safety violation | 260 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 193 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 191 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 94 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 88 |
Pinellas County: Notable Restaurants
Sacred Spice Tampa Bay
101 inspections
1798 violations
14 closures
Siam Garden Thai Restaurant
67 inspections
823 violations
11 closures
Pho Kien Giang
73 inspections
1347 violations
10 closures
Delhi Palace
78 inspections
1077 violations
6 closures
Crabby's Beachside Pavilion
33 inspections
268 violations
Wendy's 14254
3 inspections
0 violations
Pinellas County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin | 44 | 4,326 | 11 |
| Subway | 42 | 3,417 | 6 |
| McDonalds | 39 | 2,828 | 1 |
| Taco Bell | 20 | 2,659 | 3 |
| Wendys | 19 | 2,290 | 2 |
| Chipotle | 15 | 898 | 2 |
| Burger King | 15 | 1,309 | 5 |
| Jersey Mikes | 14 | 1,323 | 3 |
| Dominos | 12 | 650 | 1 |
| Chick-fil-a | 11 | 1,335 | 2 |
Pinellas County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Pinellas County?
- Pinellas County, Florida has 2474 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Pinellas County?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Pinellas County is 80%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Pinellas County this year?
- 68 food establishments in Pinellas County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Pinellas County?
- The most frequently cited violations in Pinellas County are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Pinellas County?
- Dunkin has the most locations in Pinellas County with 44 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Pinellas County?
- Shells of St Pete Beach in St.pete Beach was shut down on August 7, 2026 for rodent, roach & fly activity.
- How does Pinellas County compare to the Florida state average?
- Pinellas County has a pass rate of 80%, which is 5.7 percentage points below the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 6.1 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Pinellas County?
- Food establishments in Pinellas County have an average of 21.2 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Pinellas County been assessed?
- Food establishments in Pinellas County have been assessed $667,760 in fines across 1,730 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $405 and the largest single fine was $3,840.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Pinellas County restaurants?
- 1,175 fire safety violations have been documented across 616 food establishments in Pinellas County. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
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Pinellas County Restaurants & Food Establishments (2,440)
D&e Donuts 2 closures
1453 S BELCHER RD, Clearwater
29 inspections · 147 violations · Last: Nov 2025Treehouse BBQ 2 closures
229 62 AVE N, St. Petersburg
21 inspections · 144 violations · Last: Jul 2026Cjs Backstage 2 closures
7022 22 AVE N, St. Petersburg
22 inspections · 130 violations · Last: Jul 2026Cravings Latin Grill 2 closures
30051 US HWY 19 N, Clearwater
24 inspections · 117 violations · Last: Dec 2025Checkers Drive in #1067 2 closures
1610 MCMULLEN BOOTH RD, Clearwater
23 inspections · 116 violations · Last: Feb 2026Nautical Brews Pizza 2 closures
2481 N MCMULLEN BOOTH RD STE D, Clearwater
24 inspections · 110 violations · Last: Jul 2026Jersey Mike's Subs 2 closures
2560 N MCMULLEN BOOTH RD UNIT B, Clearwater
25 inspections · 103 violations · Last: Aug 2026Badfins Food & Brew 2 closures
215 S GULFVIEW BLVD, Clearwater
28 inspections · 102 violations · Last: Jul 2026Dunkin Donuts 2 closures
1143 S PINELLAS AVE, Tarpon Springs
14 inspections · 62 violations · Last: Dec 2025Pepos Cuban Cafe 1 closure
9939 4 ST N, St. Petersburg
47 inspections · 567 violations · Last: Aug 2026Hibachi Buffet Sushi & Grill 1 closure
2456 GULF TO BAY BLVD, Clearwater
42 inspections · 558 violations · Last: Aug 2026Pho 97 INC 1 closure
6800 49 ST N, Pinellas Park
43 inspections · 554 violations · Last: Jun 2026Billy's Stonecrab Steakhouse 1 closure
1 COLLANY RD, Tierra Verde
36 inspections · 551 violations · Last: Mar 2026Largo Hibachi Buffet 1 closure
1410 MISSOURI AVE N, Largo
41 inspections · 535 violations · Last: Mar 2026Spring Garden Family Restaurant 1 closure
1018 62 AVE N, St. Petersburg
41 inspections · 492 violations · Last: Jul 2026Sushi INC 1 closure
270 1ST AVE N, St. Petersburg
46 inspections · 491 violations · Last: Mar 2026Deck Bar & Grille 1 closure
5901 SUN BLVD, St. Petersburg
40 inspections · 488 violations · Last: Apr 2026Hibachi Buffet Lu 1 closure
7610 49 ST N, Pinellas Park
40 inspections · 485 violations · Last: Jun 2026Steak N Shake 1 closure
8101 DR MARTIN LUTHER KING ST N, St. Petersburg
52 inspections · 475 violations · Last: Mar 2026Tasty Pho 1 closure
7430 49TH ST N, Pinellas Park
35 inspections · 469 violations · Last: Jan 2026