St Petersburg — Food Safety Records
St Petersburg, Florida has 102 food establishments with 2,264 inspections on record. 4 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 69.6%, below the state average of 85.6%. Inspections average 6.8 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Subway 4419 in St Petersburg, shut down September 28, 2026 for rodent activity.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to 9 Bangkok Thai Restaurant INC in St Petersburg on November 10, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated October 2026.
St Petersburg Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
St Petersburg
69.6%
Pass Rate
69.6%
Florida Average
85.6%
Pass Rate
85.6%
St Petersburg
6.8
Avg Violations / Inspection
6.8
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
St Petersburg
3.92
Closures per 100 Facilities
3.92
Florida Average
1.98
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.98
St Petersburg Restaurants: Recent Closures (2)
| Date | Business | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Subway 4419 | Rodent activity | |
| Buffet City | Roach activity |
St Petersburg Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joey Brooklyn's Famous Pizza Kitchen | 4 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Subway #25255 | 9 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| McDonalds Corporation | 13 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Local Draught House | 19 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| China Boi Hibachi | 11 (3 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Bayside Grille | 18 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Buffet City | 8 (2 high) | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Lorene's Fish House | 18 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Buffet City | 16 (3 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Burg Bar & Grill (the) | 5 | Call Back - Complied |
St Petersburg Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 30,413 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 21,252 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 21,128 |
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 18,429 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 16,395 |
St Petersburg Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 10, 2025 | 9 Bangkok Thai Restaurant INC | $800 | 3--2025074970 |
| Nov 3, 2025 | Three Birds Tavern | $400 | 3--2025059819 |
| May 4, 2026 | Taco Miendo St Pete | $400 | 3--2025085625 |
| Apr 23, 2026 | New China St Pete | $400 | 3--2026020575 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Buffet City | $400 | 3--2026064096 |
| Mar 4, 2026 | Athenian Garden | $400 | 3--2026004487 |
| Nov 3, 2025 | Athenian Garden | $400 | 3--2025072816 |
| May 19, 2026 | Local Draught House | $280 | 3--2026029302 |
| Apr 8, 2026 | Mei | $200 | 3--2025086509 |
| Mar 23, 2026 | Carmelitas Mexican Rest | $200 | 3--2026011994 |
St Petersburg Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Other fire safety violation | 14 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 12 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 4 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 4 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 2 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 1 |
St Petersburg: Notable Restaurants
Siam Garden Thai Restaurant
67 inspections
823 violations
11 closures
Three Birds Tavern
51 inspections
425 violations
7 closures
9 Bangkok Thai Restaurant INC
42 inspections
392 violations
5 closures
Taco Miendo St Pete
57 inspections
673 violations
3 closures
Buffet City
56 inspections
676 violations
4 closures
Joey Brooklyn's Famous Pizza Kitchen
21 inspections
72 violations
St Petersburg: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 6 | 437 | 2 |
| McDonalds | 6 | 500 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 3 | 435 | 3 |
| Holiday Inn | 1 | 38 | 0 |
| Quality Inn | 1 | 9 | 0 |
| Chick-fil-a | 1 | 233 | 1 |
| Tropical Smoothie | 1 | 35 | 0 |
| Checkers | 1 | 122 | 1 |
| Hyatt | 1 | 161 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 1 | 167 | 0 |
St Petersburg Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in St Petersburg?
- St Petersburg, Florida has 102 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in St Petersburg?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in St Petersburg is 69.6%. The Florida state average is 85.6%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in St Petersburg this year?
- 4 food establishments in St Petersburg have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in St Petersburg?
- The most frequently cited violations in St Petersburg are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in St Petersburg?
- Subway has the most locations in St Petersburg with 6 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in St Petersburg?
- Subway 4419 in St Petersburg was shut down on September 28, 2026 for rodent activity.
- How does St Petersburg compare to the Florida state average?
- St Petersburg has a pass rate of 69.6%, which is 16 percentage points below the state average of 85.6%. The average violations per inspection is 6.8 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in St Petersburg?
- Food establishments in St Petersburg have an average of 22.2 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in St Petersburg been assessed?
- Food establishments in St Petersburg have been assessed $63,220 in fines across 156 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $458 and the largest single fine was $2,000.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in St Petersburg restaurants?
- 37 fire safety violations have been documented across 20 food establishments in St Petersburg. The most common issue is other fire safety violation.
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780 CARILLON PKWY TOWER 6, St Petersburg
4 inspections · 1 violations · Last: Sep 2026