Chiki Churros St-pete in St. Petersburg

Last inspected:

685 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Overview

Chiki Churros St-Pete in St. Petersburg has been inspected 20 times since 2022, recording 101 violations—an average of 5.1 per inspection, in line with the Florida statewide average. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. A disciplinary action in the amount of $160 was issued. High-priority violations for approved food sources, toxic substance control, consumer advisories, and proper cooking temperatures were cited in recent inspections, with handwashing and employee health policy violations appearing across multiple years. Portable fire extinguishers were documented missing from their designated location in November and December 2023. The most recent inspection on March 25, 2026 resulted in a Call Back - Complied disposition following a Warning Issued on March 18, 2026 for 20 violations.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

20Inspections
101Violations
0Closures
2Fire
$160in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Chiki Churros St-pete in St. Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages

This Facility 5.1 violations / inspection 5.1 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg 6.13 violations / inspection 6.13 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Pinellas County Avg 0.35 closures / facility 0.35 county average

Chiki Churros St-pete in St. Petersburg: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $160.00

Disciplinary action history for Chiki Churros St-pete in St. Petersburg
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2019018657 $160.00 Mar 12, 2019 Miami (Doral)

Chiki Churros St-pete in St. Petersburg: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 2 fire violations

— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Call Back - Complied

Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher on floor by rear exit door of kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-08: **Time Extended**

— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher on floor by rear exit door of kitchen.

Chiki Churros St-pete in St. Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)

— 2 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections9 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 5 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Chiki Churros St-pete in St. Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chiki Churros St-pete in St. Petersburg last inspected?
Chiki Churros St-pete in St. Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 25, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at Chiki Churros St-pete in St. Petersburg?
The most frequently cited violations at Chiki Churros St-pete in St. Petersburg are: Outer openings protected, Proper sanitizing, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has Chiki Churros St-pete in St. Petersburg had?
Chiki Churros St-pete in St. Petersburg has had 20 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Chiki Churros St-pete in St. Petersburg find?
Chiki Churros St-pete in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected on March 25, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Chiki Churros St-pete in St. Petersburg ever been shut down?
No, Chiki Churros St-pete in St. Petersburg has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
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 V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
Has Chiki Churros St-pete in St. Petersburg had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Chiki Churros St-pete in St. Petersburg has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Chiki Churros St-pete in St. Petersburg faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Chiki Churros St-pete in St. Petersburg has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
How much has Chiki Churros St-pete in St. Petersburg been fined?
Chiki Churros St-pete in St. Petersburg has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Chiki Churros St-pete in St. Petersburg operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Chiki Churros Dessert Bar (2023-2023).

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