How many health inspections has GIGGLEWATERS had?

GIGGLEWATERS has had 20 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has GIGGLEWATERS ever been shut down?

No, GIGGLEWATERS has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at GIGGLEWATERS?

The most frequently cited violations at GIGGLEWATERS are: Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing.

What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?

TOXIC EXPOSURE: Improper identification, storage, or use of toxic substances creates immediate risk of chemical contamination. Unmarked spray bottles cause accidental food contamination. Improper pesticide application contaminates food preparation surfaces. Chemical fumes in food areas are absorbed by uncovered food. Employee exposure risks chemical burns and respiratory injury. All toxic substances must be: clearly and accurately labeled, stored in designated areas away from food, used only according to manufacturer instructions, applied only by certified personnel (pesticides). Never transfer chemicals to unlabeled containers. Keep chemicals in locked storage when not in active use. Maintain chemical inventory and SDS files.

What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?

AIR QUALITY: Inadequate ventilation allows accumulation of grease-laden vapors, carbon monoxide, smoke, steam, and odors. Grease deposits on surfaces attract pests and create fire hazards. Poor ventilation promotes mold growth, which produces allergenic spores and mycotoxins. Carbon monoxide from gas equipment causes headaches, dizziness, and can be fatal at high levels. Provide adequate mechanical ventilation to remove cooking fumes, smoke, steam, and odors. Maintain hood systems with clean filters — degrease monthly. Ensure adequate makeup air to prevent negative pressure. Provide sufficient lighting: 50 foot-candles at food preparation surfaces, 20 foot-candles in equipment/utensil areas, 10 foot-candles in walk-ins and storage.

GIGGLEWATERS

737 MAIN ST #104, Safety Harbor, FL 34695

Pinellas County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: GIGGLEWATERS LLC · License: SEA6217420

GIGGLEWATERS in Safety Harbor, FL has 20 inspections on record with 74 total violations (3.7 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

20Inspections

74Violations

0Closures

Data current as of March 21, 2025

Inspection History (20)

Mar 21, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Dec 2, 2024 — Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jun 4, 2024 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Oct 16, 2023 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

Jun 29, 2023 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Feb 1, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 1, 2022 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Apr 20, 2022 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Apr 19, 2022 — Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Apr 15, 2022 — Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Oct 27, 2021 — Complaint Full· 10 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Mar 1, 2021 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Nov 3, 2020 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 30, 2020 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

May 19, 2020 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

Dec 4, 2019 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Jun 26, 2019 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

May 8, 2018 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 8, 2016 — Complaint Full· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Sep 9, 2016 — Complaint Full· 12 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

How Does This Facility Compare?

GIGGLEWATERS has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Pinellas County average of 0.27 closures per facility. It has averaged 3.7 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.56.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has GIGGLEWATERS had?: GIGGLEWATERS has had 20 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has GIGGLEWATERS ever been shut down?: No, GIGGLEWATERS has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at GIGGLEWATERS?: The most frequently cited violations at GIGGLEWATERS are: Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing.

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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.

Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.

Last verified: March 21, 2025 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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