Pinellas Park — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Pinellas Park, Florida has 243 food establishments with 2,898 inspections on record. 8 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 65.7%, 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: $720 assessed to El Beny More in Pinellas Park on May 16, 2025.

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

243Facilities
2,898Total Inspections
8Closures 2026
65.7%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 65.7% Pass Rate 65.7%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Pinellas Park 7 Avg Violations / Inspection 7
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Pinellas Park 3.29 Closures per 100 Facilities 3.29
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

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
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
Wendys International LLC 1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Korean BBQ 5 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
La Gloria Cocina Mexicana 3 Call Back - Extension given, pending
Da Sesto Italiano Ristorante Vino 6 (3 high) Warning Issued
Sam's Sushi 18 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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
May 16, 2025 El Beny More $720 3--2024052073
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 243 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 65.7%. The Florida state average is 86%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Pinellas Park this year?
8 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 65.7%, which is 20.4 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.

In the News Pinellas Park

Pinellas Park Restaurants & Food Establishments (240)

Jersey Mike's 1 closure

7066 US HWY 19 N, Pinellas Park

23 inspections · 130 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Astro Skating Center P P 1 closure

10001 66 ST N, Pinellas Park

16 inspections · 115 violations · Last: Jun 2025

Dunkin Donuts 1 closure

8650 49TH ST N, Pinellas Park

19 inspections · 109 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Chipotle Mexican Grill #713 1 closure

3700 PARK BLVD, Pinellas Park

30 inspections · 87 violations · Last: Feb 2026

El Tio Nica 1 closure

5995 PARK BLVD, Pinellas Park

10 inspections · 78 violations · Last: Jan 2026

La Gloria Cocina Mexicana

4505 PARK BLVD STE 2, Pinellas Park

40 inspections · 439 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Nickel City Restaurant & Bar LLC

7658 PARK BLVD, Pinellas Park

31 inspections · 437 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Los Guerreros Mexican Restauran

9727 66TH, Pinellas Park

31 inspections · 392 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Nuevo Vallarta Pinellas Park

9359 US HWY 19 N, Pinellas Park

31 inspections · 368 violations · Last: Mar 2026

China Garden

10391 66TH ST N, Pinellas Park

30 inspections · 346 violations · Last: Mar 2026

T'asia Sushi and Thai

4648 PARK BLVD N, Pinellas Park

32 inspections · 324 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Nine Spices Hot Pot

6851 66 ST N, Pinellas Park

29 inspections · 309 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Busy Bee Snak Shop

7345 49 TH ST N, Pinellas Park

31 inspections · 274 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Carmelita's Mexican Restairant

6218 N 66 ST, Pinellas Park

32 inspections · 270 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Pho Ha Tien

6139 PARK BLVD N, Pinellas Park

26 inspections · 246 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Kung Fu Tea

7688 N 49TH STREET, Pinellas Park

16 inspections · 241 violations · Last: Jan 2025

Da Sesto Italiano Ristorante Vino

7201 66TH ST N, Pinellas Park

27 inspections · 215 violations · Last: May 2026

Parkside Cafe

8180 N 49 ST, Pinellas Park

27 inspections · 214 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Sonny's Real Pit BBQ

4385 PARK BLVD, Pinellas Park

25 inspections · 200 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Quan Ngon Bistro

6129 PARK BLVD, Pinellas Park

26 inspections · 192 violations · Last: Apr 2026