Church's Chicken #399 in St. Petersburg

3510 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33711

Overview

Church's Chicken #399 in St. Petersburg has accumulated 256 violations across 25 inspections, averaging 10.2 violations per inspection—nearly double the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures but faces a pattern of recurring high-priority violations including handwashing, chemical storage, food contact surface sanitation, and approved food sourcing. Recent complaint-based inspections document ongoing compliance issues: a July 2025 full complaint inspection yielded 20 violations with an administrative complaint recommended, and a December 2024 inspection cited improper handling of approved food sources and shell stock requirements. The facility has received one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. The most recent inspection on July 16, 2025 resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

25Inspections
256Violations
0Closures
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR: July 16, 2025

Church's Chicken #399 in St. Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages

This Facility 10.2 violations / inspection 10.2 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg 6.15 violations / inspection 6.15 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Pinellas County Avg 0.35 closures / facility 0.35 county average

Church's Chicken #399 in St. Petersburg: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Church's Chicken #399 in St. Petersburg
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2021037085 $200.00 Jun 3, 2021 Fort Lauderdale

Church's Chicken #399 in St. Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)

— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections20 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 4 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 5 inspections44 violations · 24 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 18 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 7 inspections57 violations · 25 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

Church's Chicken #399 in St. Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Church's Chicken #399 in St. Petersburg last inspected?
Church's Chicken #399 in St. Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 16, 2025. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
What are the most common violations at Church's Chicken #399 in St. Petersburg?
The most frequently cited violations at Church's Chicken #399 in St. Petersburg are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Proper cooling equipment.
How many health inspections has Church's Chicken #399 in St. Petersburg had?
Church's Chicken #399 in St. Petersburg has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Church's Chicken #399 in St. Petersburg find?
Church's Chicken #399 in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected on July 16, 2025 with 16 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
Has Church's Chicken #399 in St. Petersburg ever been shut down?
No, Church's Chicken #399 in St. Petersburg has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
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 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.
Has Church's Chicken #399 in St. Petersburg faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Church's Chicken #399 in St. Petersburg has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Church's Chicken #399 in St. Petersburg been fined?
Church's Chicken #399 in St. Petersburg has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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