Big Steins Deli in St. Petersburg
Last inspected:
9001 4 St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33702Big Steins Deli in St. Petersburg has accumulated 241 violations across 36 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.7 per visit. The deli was shut down once for roach activity. Fire inspections from 2018 and 2019 documented a flat top griddle cooking equipment with no hood suppression system, cited as a repeat violation. The facility faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $300 fine. Top recurring violations involve proper ventilation, chemical storage, and consumer advisories.
Most recent closure: May 22, 2018 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Big Steins Deli in St. Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
6.7
violations / inspection
6.7 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
Big Steins Deli in St. Petersburg: Emergency Closure History (1)
Big Steins Deli in St. Petersburg: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $300.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2018028510 | $300.00 | May 22, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale |
Big Steins Deli in St. Petersburg: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Flat top griddle for cooking meat **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Flat top griddle - From follow-up inspection 2019-01-29: Flat top griddle
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Flat top griddle
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Big Steins Deli in St. Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (36)
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections12 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— 9 inspections58 violations · 33 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 5 inspections40 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
Big Steins Deli in St. Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Big Steins Deli in St. Petersburg last inspected?
- Big Steins Deli in St. Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 26, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Big Steins Deli in St. Petersburg last shut down?
- Big Steins Deli in St. Petersburg was last shut down on May 22, 2018 for roach 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 Big Steins Deli in St. Petersburg?
- The most frequently cited violations at Big Steins Deli in St. Petersburg are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Big Steins Deli in St. Petersburg had?
- Big Steins Deli in St. Petersburg has had 36 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Big Steins Deli in St. Petersburg find?
- Big Steins Deli in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected on January 26, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Big Steins Deli in St. Petersburg ever been shut down?
- Yes, Big Steins Deli in St. Petersburg has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Big Steins Deli in St. Petersburg had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Big Steins Deli in St. Petersburg has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Big Steins Deli in St. Petersburg faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Big Steins Deli in St. Petersburg has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $300.00 in fines.
- How much has Big Steins Deli in St. Petersburg been fined?
- Big Steins Deli in St. Petersburg has been fined a total of $300.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Big Steins Deli in St. Petersburg operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Big Stein's Deli (2018-2019).
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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).
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