Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor
Last inspected:
122 3 Ave N, Safety Harbor, FL 34695Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor has accumulated 201 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.3 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. State records show 2 fire safety violations, including a portable fire extinguisher in the red zone cited in 2017. The restaurant has faced 4 disciplinary actions totaling $1,700 in fines. Recent enforcement patterns show repeated administrative complaints recommended from January 2025 through August 2025, indicating ongoing compliance issues.
Most recent closure: July 25, 2017 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
6.1
violations / inspection
6.1 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.13
violations / inspection
6.13 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor: Emergency Closure History (1)
Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,700.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025067593 | $600.00 | Jun 12, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2024046525 | $300.00 | Apr 16, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2022032969 | $400.00 | May 11, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2017037095 | $400.00 | Jul 25, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Class K - manager has work order in for recharge
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections16 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections28 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor last inspected?
- Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 2, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- When was Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor last shut down?
- Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor was last shut down on July 25, 2017 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor?
- The most frequently cited violations at Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor are: Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor had?
- Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor find?
- Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor was most recently inspected on April 2, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor ever been shut down?
- Yes, Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V51 (Premises clean) mean?
- Violation 51 (Premises clean) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/51.
- Has Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,700.00 in fines.
- How much has Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor been fined?
- Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor has been fined a total of $1,700.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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