Bayou Market & Cafe in St. Petersburg
Last inspected:
6630 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33707Bayou Market & Cafe, a 20-seat food service establishment in St. Petersburg, has been emergency-closed twice for rodent activity, on May 15, 2024 and July 31, 2024. Across 28 inspections dating back to 2016, the facility recorded 148 total violations, averaging 5.3 per inspection — consistent with the statewide average of 5.2 — though the distribution shows concentrated high-priority findings in recent months. Employee health policy violations appeared in at least 4 inspections between March and July 2024, including sick worker reporting failures and consumer advisory violations. Food contact surface contamination was cited repeatedly across the same period. The facility has been subject to 5 disciplinary actions totaling $2,060 in fines. The most recent inspection on December 3, 2025 documented 6 violations (1 intermediate, 5 basic) and was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: July 31, 2024 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Bayou Market & Cafe in St. Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Bayou Market & Cafe in St. Petersburg: Emergency Closure History (2)
Bayou Market & Cafe in St. Petersburg: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (6)
Total fines on record: $2,460.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024029656 | $400.00 | May 15, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2024046111 | $400.00 | Jul 31, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2021003730 | $360.00 | Jan 21, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2016001519 | $600.00 | Dec 16, 2015 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2015025675 | $300.00 | May 11, 2015 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2014045320 | $400.00 | Oct 21, 2014 | Fort Lauderdale |
Bayou Market & Cafe in St. Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 7 inspections32 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Emergency order recommended
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Bayou Market & Cafe in St. Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Bayou Market & Cafe in St. Petersburg last inspected?
- Bayou Market & Cafe in St. Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 6, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Bayou Market & Cafe in St. Petersburg last shut down?
- Bayou Market & Cafe in St. Petersburg was last shut down on July 31, 2024 for rodent 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 Bayou Market & Cafe in St. Petersburg?
- The most frequently cited violations at Bayou Market & Cafe in St. Petersburg are: Proper ventilation, Adequate lighting, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Bayou Market & Cafe in St. Petersburg had?
- Bayou Market & Cafe in St. Petersburg has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Bayou Market & Cafe in St. Petersburg find?
- Bayou Market & Cafe in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected on May 6, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Bayou Market & Cafe in St. Petersburg ever been shut down?
- Yes, Bayou Market & Cafe in St. Petersburg has been emergency-closed 2 times 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 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 Bayou Market & Cafe in St. Petersburg faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Bayou Market & Cafe in St. Petersburg has 6 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,460.00 in fines.
- How much has Bayou Market & Cafe in St. Petersburg been fined?
- Bayou Market & Cafe in St. Petersburg has been fined a total of $2,460.00 across 6 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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