Pinellas County — Food Safety Records
Pinellas County, Florida has 2474 food establishments with 52,545 inspections on record. 68 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 80%, below the state average of 85.8%. 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
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Massimo's | Palm Harbor | 4 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Guppy's on the Beach | Indian Rocks Beach | 6 (3 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| International House of Pancakes 36-189 | St. Petersburg | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill | St. Petersburg | 7 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Getaway | St. Petersburg | 9 (5 high) | Emergency order recommended | |
| Jungle Prada Tavern | St. Petersburg | 13 (2 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Huarache Azteca | Dunedin | 28 (5 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Sloppy Joe's | Treasure Island | 31 (3 high) | Emergency Order Callback Time Extension | |
| Buona Ristorante | St.pete Beach | 17 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Benedict's | Dunedin | 30 (5 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
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
Casablanca Shisha Cafe
14 inspections
74 violations
Wo Banh Trang Tram LLC
28 inspections
161 violations
4 closures
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 |
| Burger King | 15 | 1,309 | 5 |
| Chipotle | 15 | 898 | 2 |
| 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 85.8%.
- 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 5.8 percentage points below the state average of 85.8%. 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)
Skyway Jacks 1 closure
2795 34 ST S, St. Petersburg
33 inspections · 332 violations · Last: Mar 2026Apple Butter Cafe 1 closure
10555 PARK BLVD N, Seminole
31 inspections · 331 violations · Last: Mar 2026East Lake Cafe 1 closure
3430 EAST LAKE RD STE 3, Palm Harbor
36 inspections · 331 violations · Last: May 2026Grand Hacienda 1 closure
4393 GULF BLVD., St. Pete Beach
34 inspections · 329 violations · Last: Mar 2026Proino Breakfast & Lunch 1 closure
1700 S MISSOURI AVE, Clearwater
31 inspections · 328 violations · Last: Feb 2026Matteo Trattoria and Pizzeria 1 closure
2363 CENTRAL AVE, Saint Petersburg
31 inspections · 326 violations · Last: Mar 2026Special Pho 1 closure
1390 34 ST N, Saint Petersburg
35 inspections · 318 violations · Last: Jul 2026Shlomo Subs LLC 1 closure
2706 ALTERNATE 19 STE 108, Palm Harbor
41 inspections · 318 violations · Last: Jun 2026Sneaky's Sports Bar & Grill 1 closure
7500 ULMERTON RD STE 31, Largo
34 inspections · 316 violations · Last: Jan 2026China King 1 closure
3163 CURLEW RD STE 3, Oldsmar
32 inspections · 314 violations · Last: Apr 2026Sam's Sushi 1 closure
7210 US 19 HWY N, Pinellas Park
22 inspections · 310 violations · Last: Apr 2026New China Beach 2 1 closure
6170 ULMERTON RD #14, Clearwater
34 inspections · 310 violations · Last: Mar 2026Thee Liberty Grill 1 closure
1185 N HERCULES AVE, Clearwater
32 inspections · 309 violations · Last: Jul 2026Kao Thai Kitchen 1 closure
7199 66 ST N, Pinellas Park
29 inspections · 306 violations · Last: Apr 2026Asian House 1 closure
6800 GULFPORT BLVD S STE 105, South Pasadena
30 inspections · 304 violations · Last: Apr 2026Aamore Pizza Pub and Grill 1 closure
9700 66 ST N, Pinellas Park
26 inspections · 304 violations · Last: Mar 2026Shells of St Pete Beach 1 closure
7081 GULF BLVD, St.pete Beach
32 inspections · 304 violations · Last: Aug 2026Lil Bit Kuntry Restaurant 1 closure
4999 71 AVE N, Pinellas Park
30 inspections · 301 violations · Last: May 2026Fatty's Fish Shack LLC 1 closure
1026 NEBRASKA AVE, Palm Harbor
37 inspections · 300 violations · Last: Feb 2026Cristino's Restaurant 1 closure
1101 S FT HARRISON AVE, Clearwater
31 inspections · 300 violations · Last: Jun 2026