Frescos Waterfront Bistro in St. Petersburg
Last inspected:
300 2 Ave Ne, St. Petersburg, FL 33701Frescos Waterfront Bistro in St. Petersburg has accumulated 335 violations across 40 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.4 per visit. The restaurant was shut down twice, once for sewage leaks and once for roach and fly activity. The most frequently cited violations involve proper hand and arm washing, ventilation, and food contact surfaces. The facility received one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine.
Most recent closure: January 26, 2021 for roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Frescos Waterfront Bistro in St. Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
8.4
violations / inspection
8.4 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.13
violations / inspection
6.13 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
Frescos Waterfront Bistro in St. Petersburg: Emergency Closure History (2)
Frescos Waterfront Bistro in St. Petersburg: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021008462 | $400.00 | Jan 26, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale |
Frescos Waterfront Bistro in St. Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (40)
— 5 inspections15 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections31 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 7 inspections32 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections27 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (14 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 7 inspections69 violations · 45 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections31 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Frescos Waterfront Bistro in St. Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Frescos Waterfront Bistro in St. Petersburg last inspected?
- Frescos Waterfront Bistro in St. Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 2, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Frescos Waterfront Bistro in St. Petersburg last shut down?
- Frescos Waterfront Bistro in St. Petersburg was last shut down on January 26, 2021 for roach & 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 Frescos Waterfront Bistro in St. Petersburg?
- The most frequently cited violations at Frescos Waterfront Bistro in St. Petersburg are: Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Frescos Waterfront Bistro in St. Petersburg had?
- Frescos Waterfront Bistro in St. Petersburg has had 40 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Frescos Waterfront Bistro in St. Petersburg find?
- Frescos Waterfront Bistro in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected on December 2, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Frescos Waterfront Bistro in St. Petersburg ever been shut down?
- Yes, Frescos Waterfront Bistro in St. Petersburg has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Frescos Waterfront Bistro in St. Petersburg faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Frescos Waterfront Bistro in St. Petersburg has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Frescos Waterfront Bistro in St. Petersburg been fined?
- Frescos Waterfront Bistro 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).
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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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