Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille in St. Petersburg
Last inspected: December 1, 2025
8790 Bay Pines Blvd, St. Petersburg, FL 33709
Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille in St. Petersburg was emergency-closed on June 13, 2023 for fly activity. The facility has averaged 9.8 violations per inspection across 11 inspections since 2023, nearly double the statewide average of 5.2 per inspection. Employee health reporting violations and management awareness failures have been cited in 8 of the last 11 inspections, indicating a persistent systemic issue. The facility received a disciplinary action with $400 in fines. Recent inspections show continued non-compliance: the December 1, 2025 inspection documented six violations including high-priority employee health reporting and management awareness failures, and was completed with no further action; the April 2, 2025 inspection cited five violations including handwashing and food contact surface issues and was completed with no further action; and the February 7, 2025 inspection resulted in a call back compliance notification.
Most recent closure: June 13, 2023 for fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: December 1, 2025
Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille in St. Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille in St. Petersburg
Last inspected: December 1, 2025
8790 Bay Pines Blvd, St. Petersburg, FL 33709
Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille in St. Petersburg was emergency-closed on June 13, 2023 for fly activity. The facility has averaged 9.8 violations per inspection across 11 inspections since 2023, nearly double the statewide average of 5.2 per inspection. Employee health reporting violations and management awareness failures have been cited in 8 of the last 11 inspections, indicating a persistent systemic issue. The facility received a disciplinary action with $400 in fines. Recent inspections show continued non-compliance: the December 1, 2025 inspection documented six violations including high-priority employee health reporting and management awareness failures, and was completed with no further action; the April 2, 2025 inspection cited five violations including handwashing and food contact surface issues and was completed with no further action; and the February 7, 2025 inspection resulted in a call back compliance notification.
Most recent closure: June 13, 2023 for fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: December 1, 2025
Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille in St. Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille in St. Petersburg: Emergency Closure History (1)
Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille in St. Petersburg: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023034602 | $400.00 | Jun 13, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille in St. Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (11)
— 3 inspections12 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections32 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections31 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille in St. Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille in St. Petersburg last inspected?
- Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille in St. Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 1, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille in St. Petersburg last shut down?
- Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille in St. Petersburg was last shut down on June 13, 2023 for fly 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 Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille in St. Petersburg?
- The most frequently cited violations at Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille in St. Petersburg are: Employee health reporting, Management awareness, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille in St. Petersburg had?
- Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille in St. Petersburg has had 11 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille in St. Petersburg find?
- Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected on December 1, 2025 with 3 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille in St. Petersburg ever been shut down?
- Yes, Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille in St. Petersburg has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- 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.
- Has Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille in St. Petersburg faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille in St. Petersburg has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille in St. Petersburg been fined?
- Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille in St. Petersburg has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 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).
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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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