Bella Brava in St. Petersburg
Last inspected:
204 Beach Dr Ne, St. Petersburg, FL 33701Bella Brava in St. Petersburg has accumulated 295 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.2 per visit. The seafood restaurant was shut down once for fly activity. The facility has faced two disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. Top recurring violations include consumer advisories, food contact surface issues, and shell stock requirement failures.
Most recent closure: May 10, 2019 for flies.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Bella Brava in St. Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
9.2
violations / inspection
9.2 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
Bella Brava in St. Petersburg: Emergency Closure History (1)
Bella Brava in St. Petersburg: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2019036462 | $200.00 | May 14, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2019024876 | $400.00 | May 10, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Bella Brava in St. Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 3 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections28 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 19 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 10 inspections57 violations · 40 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 4 inspections28 violations · 21 high priority
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Bella Brava in St. Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Bella Brava in St. Petersburg last inspected?
- Bella Brava in St. Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 19, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Bella Brava in St. Petersburg last shut down?
- Bella Brava in St. Petersburg was last shut down on May 10, 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 Bella Brava in St. Petersburg?
- The most frequently cited violations at Bella Brava in St. Petersburg are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Bella Brava in St. Petersburg had?
- Bella Brava in St. Petersburg has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Bella Brava in St. Petersburg find?
- Bella Brava in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected on November 19, 2025 with 7 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Bella Brava in St. Petersburg ever been shut down?
- Yes, Bella Brava in St. Petersburg has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- Has Bella Brava in St. Petersburg faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Bella Brava in St. Petersburg has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Bella Brava in St. Petersburg been fined?
- Bella Brava in St. Petersburg has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 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.
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