Pinellas Park — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Pinellas Park, Florida has 244 food establishments with 2,904 inspections on record. 7 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 65.9%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 7 violations per visit.

Most recent closure: Sawatdee Thai and Sushi in Pinellas Park, shut down April 7, 2026 for no warewashing facilities.

Largest fine: $400 assessed to Anthony & Luca's Pizza Kitchen in Pinellas Park on December 18, 2025.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

244Facilities
2,904Total Inspections
7Closures 2026
65.9%Pass Rate
7Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Pho Kien Giang 73 1347 10
Hao Wah Chinese Restaurant 56 851 7
Early Bird 33 369 3
Senor Taco Cantina 34 230 3
Cafe Bich Nga 34 495 2

Pinellas Park Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Pinellas Park 65.9% Pass Rate 65.9%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Pinellas Park 7 Avg Violations / Inspection 7
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Pinellas Park 2.87 Closures per 100 Facilities 2.87
Florida Average 1.38 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.38

Pinellas Park Restaurants: Recent Closures (4)

DateBusinessReason
Sawatdee Thai and Sushi No warewashing facilities
Cheddars Sewage back up
Cafe Bich Nga Rodent & fly activity
Lil Bit Kuntry Restaurant Rodent activity

Pinellas Park Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Mr & Mrs Crab 8 (4 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Chipotle Mexican Grill #713 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Ooucha 1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
La Isla Bonita 0 Call Back - Complied
Bj's Restaurant & Brewhouse 460 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Lil Bit Kuntry Restaurant 10 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Bb.q Chicken Ppark 0 Call Back - Complied
Terra Mar Brazilian Steakhouse 3 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Patti's Kitchen Thai Street Noodles 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Da Sesto Italiano Ristorante Vino 2 Call Back - Complied

Pinellas Park Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Pinellas Park Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

118Actions on Record
$46,755Total Fines
$407Avg Fine
$2,200Largest Fine
59Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Dec 18, 2025 Anthony & Luca's Pizza Kitchen $400 3--2025082146
Apr 2, 2026 Lil Bit Kuntry Restaurant $400 3--2026017103
Apr 27, 2026 Cheddars $400 3--2026021268
Oct 23, 2025 Pepper Lunch $200 3--2025067732

Pinellas Park Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

62Fire Violations
29Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Fire extinguisher in red zone 30
Exit blocked or locked 12
Cooking without hood suppression 9
Propane tank stored inside building 5
Other fire safety violation 4
Missing boiler certificate/report 2

Pinellas Park Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Pinellas Park has 114 FDACS-regulated facilities with 255 inspections on record and 8 stop-sale orders issued.

114Retail Facilities
255FDACS Inspections
8Stop-Sale Orders

Pinellas Park FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

DateFacilityProductReason
7-eleven-store-38889h-397907 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Brothers-market-LLC-412713 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Approved Source: Food in good c…
Tindahang-pinoy-370969 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Seafood-market-402163 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Physical Facilities: Sewage and…
United Oriental Foods Li Lic Establishment # 302260 (FORTUNE STAR) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* SOURCE; SOUND CONDITION
United Oriental Foods Li Lic Establishment # 302260 (NIA) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pr…
United Oriental Foods Li Lic Establishment # 302260 (True) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment. Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Foo…
Walmart #1390 (main) Establishment # 272363

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Pinellas Park FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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Pinellas Park Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
7-Eleven 3 84 2,422
Aldi 2 2 310
Dunkin 2 13 347
Shell 1 152 1,169
Sunoco 1 256 487
Crumbl Cookies 1 1 180
Walgreens 1 1 743
Dollar Tree 1 9 1,084

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Pinellas Park: Notable Restaurants

Pinellas Park: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
McDonalds 4 186 0
Dunkin 2 147 1
Subway 2 272 0
Cheddar's 1 141 1
Cold Stone Creamery 1 79 0
Hampton Inn 1 6 0
Kfc 1 234 1
Panera Bread 1 79 0
Sonic Drive-in 1 276 1
Twistee Treat 1 30 0

Pinellas Park Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Pinellas Park?
Pinellas Park, Florida has 244 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Pinellas Park?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Pinellas Park is 65.9%. The Florida state average is 86%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Pinellas Park this year?
7 food establishments in Pinellas Park have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Pinellas Park?
The most frequently cited violations in Pinellas Park are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Pinellas Park?
McDonalds has the most locations in Pinellas Park with 4 establishments.
What was the most recent restaurant closure in Pinellas Park?
Sawatdee Thai and Sushi in Pinellas Park was shut down on April 7, 2026 for no warewashing facilities.
How does Pinellas Park compare to the Florida state average?
Pinellas Park has a pass rate of 65.9%, which is 20.1 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 7 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Pinellas Park?
Food establishments in Pinellas Park have an average of 11.9 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Pinellas Park been assessed?
Food establishments in Pinellas Park have been assessed $46,755 in fines across 118 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $407 and the largest single fine was $2,200.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Pinellas Park restaurants?
62 fire safety violations have been documented across 29 food establishments in Pinellas Park. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Pinellas Park inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Pinellas Park, Florida has 114 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 255 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Pinellas Park?
FDACS has issued 8 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Pinellas Park. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

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Pinellas Park Restaurants & Food Establishments (241)

Petco #2788 FDACS Retail

7050 US Highway 19 N, Pinellas Park

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

Vw 185446 Watermill Express LLC FDACS Retail

7560 66TH ST N, Pinellas Park

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Steam Train Vapor Company FDACS Retail

7097 66th ST N, Pinellas Park

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Shop - Hemp

Spaced Out Smoke Shop FDACS Retail

8165 66th ST N, Pinellas Park

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Shop - Hemp

Sip Tea Boba FDACS Retail

7187 66th ST N, Pinellas Park

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food Shops

Solena Cheese LLC FDACS Retail

6511 43rd ST N Ste 1812, Pinellas Park

FDACS Retail Food · Other Perishable Processing

Sunshine Tropical Fruit Smoothies FDACS Retail

8675 29TH WAY UNIT 206, Pinellas Park

FDACS Retail Food · 164/Mobile Vendor

Dollar Tree # 4844 FDACS Retail

7190 US Highway 19 N, Pinellas Park

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

Watermill Express LLC #5344 FDACS Retail

10301 66th ST N, Pinellas Park

FDACS Retail Food · Packaged Ice Self Vending

Patriot Food Mart FDACS Retail

5511 Park Blvd N, Pinellas Park

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store/Prepackaged/No Food Service

Rowan Pointe Micromarket FDACS Retail

7950 Park Blvd N, Pinellas Park

FDACS Retail Food · Unattended Food Establishment

Chill Room Franchising INC. FDACS Retail

6709 49th ST N, Pinellas Park

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food Shops

Highway Citgo FDACS Retail

3919 78th Ave N, Pinellas Park

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Bmcfoodmart FDACS Retail

7091 Park Blvd N, Pinellas Park

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store/Prepackaged/No Food Service

Academy Sports + Outdoors FDACS Retail

7230 US Highway 19 N, Pinellas Park

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

Mr. Bahn Mi Bakery FDACS Retail

8171 66th ST N, Pinellas Park

FDACS Retail Food · Wholesale Bakery

Vice City Smoke Shop LLC FDACS Retail

9150 49th ST N Ste, Pinellas Park

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Shop - Hemp

Ignite Nutrition FDACS Retail

6844 Park Blvd N, Pinellas Park

FDACS Retail Food · Health Food Store

Dunkin' Pinellas Park FDACS Retail

7315 US Highway 19 N, Pinellas Park

FDACS Retail Food · Retail Bakery w/FS

Five Below FDACS Retail

7170 US Highway 19 N, Pinellas Park

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF