Bar@548 in St. Petersburg
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548 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33701BAR@548 in St. Petersburg has been inspected 13 times since January 2022, accumulating 71 violations—averaging 5.5 violations per inspection, slightly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. Consumer advisory violations appear repeatedly across multiple inspections, indicating a persistent pattern of inadequate notification to customers about potentially hazardous menu items. High-priority violations for handwashing procedures, proper cooking temperatures, and employee health reporting were documented in earlier inspections, with handwashing violations cited again in October 2025. The facility has not experienced emergency closures, but disciplinary action was taken with a $160 fine issued. The most recent inspection on December 15, 2025 documented 9 violations including food contact surface and cooking temperature issues, resulting in a Call Back - Complied disposition.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Bar@548 in St. Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Bar@548 in St. Petersburg: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021007021 | $160.00 | Dec 10, 2020 | Miami (Doral) |
Bar@548 in St. Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (13)
— 5 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections15 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections23 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Bar@548 in St. Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Bar@548 in St. Petersburg last inspected?
- Bar@548 in St. Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 15, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Bar@548 in St. Petersburg?
- The most frequently cited violations at Bar@548 in St. Petersburg are: Consumer advisory, Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Bar@548 in St. Petersburg had?
- Bar@548 in St. Petersburg has had 13 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Bar@548 in St. Petersburg find?
- Bar@548 in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected on December 15, 2025 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Bar@548 in St. Petersburg ever been shut down?
- No, Bar@548 in St. Petersburg has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Bar@548 in St. Petersburg faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Bar@548 in St. Petersburg has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Bar@548 in St. Petersburg been fined?
- Bar@548 in St. Petersburg has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 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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