Seahorse Restaurant in St Pete Beach

Last inspected:

800 Pass a Grille Way, St Pete Beach, FL 33706
Overview

Seahorse Restaurant, a 135-seat food service establishment in St. Pete Beach, has compiled 144 violations across 20 inspections dating back to 2016, averaging 7.2 violations per inspection — nearly 40% higher than the statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed once on November 18, 2019 for flies. Shell stock requirements violations appeared in 9 of the last 8 inspections reviewed, and hand washing violations were cited in at least 5 inspections, indicating recurring systemic issues. Time as control violations also recurred in multiple inspections. The facility received one disciplinary action resulting in $400 in fines. The most recent inspection on May 22, 2025 was completed with no further action required and no violations cited.

Most recent closure: November 18, 2019 for flies.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

21Inspections
146Violations
1Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Seahorse Restaurant in St Pete Beach: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages

This Facility 7 violations / inspection 7 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

Seahorse Restaurant in St Pete Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Seahorse Restaurant in St Pete Beach
DateReasonReopened
Flies 08:24:00

Seahorse Restaurant in St Pete Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Seahorse Restaurant in St Pete Beach
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2019062176 $400.00 Nov 18, 2019 Fort Lauderdale

Seahorse Restaurant in St Pete Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)

— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 7 inspections41 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Seahorse Restaurant in St Pete Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Seahorse Restaurant in St Pete Beach last inspected?
Seahorse Restaurant in St Pete Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 23, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Seahorse Restaurant in St Pete Beach last shut down?
Seahorse Restaurant in St Pete Beach was last shut down on November 18, 2019 for flies. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Seahorse Restaurant in St Pete Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at Seahorse Restaurant in St Pete Beach are: Consumer advisory, Shell stock requirements, Single-use items.
How many health inspections has Seahorse Restaurant in St Pete Beach had?
Seahorse Restaurant in St Pete Beach has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Seahorse Restaurant in St Pete Beach find?
Seahorse Restaurant in St Pete Beach was most recently inspected on April 23, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Seahorse Restaurant in St Pete Beach ever been shut down?
Yes, Seahorse Restaurant in St Pete Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
Has Seahorse Restaurant in St Pete Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Seahorse Restaurant in St Pete Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Seahorse Restaurant in St Pete Beach been fined?
Seahorse Restaurant in St Pete Beach has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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