Grumpy Gringo in St. Petersburg
Last inspected:
2510 22 Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33713Grumpy Gringo in St. Petersburg has accumulated 340 violations across 37 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.2 per visit. The restaurant was shut down once for fly activity. Fire inspections documented repeated violations for operating a fryer without proper hood suppression, a hazard cited in 2019 and again as a repeat violation before corrective action. The facility has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Recent inspection patterns show recurring compliance issues, with warning notices issued in September 2022, December 2023, August 2024, February 2025, and September 2025, each followed by callback inspections. Top violations involve food contact surfaces, consumer advisories, and proper utensil sanitation.
Most recent closure: December 27, 2021 for fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Grumpy Gringo in St. Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
9.2
violations / inspection
9.2 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
Grumpy Gringo in St. Petersburg: Emergency Closure History (1)
Grumpy Gringo in St. Petersburg: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022001841 | $400.00 | Dec 27, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale |
Grumpy Gringo in St. Petersburg: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— 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. Observed fryer not under hood at cook line. **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 · 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.
Use of a fryer not placed under the hood system.
Table top fryer moved. **Corrected On-Site**
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.
Grumpy Gringo in St. Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (37)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections28 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections51 violations · 32 high priority
— Complaint Full· 19 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections41 violations · 24 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 8 inspections38 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections36 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Grumpy Gringo in St. Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Grumpy Gringo in St. Petersburg last inspected?
- Grumpy Gringo in St. Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 20, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Grumpy Gringo in St. Petersburg last shut down?
- Grumpy Gringo in St. Petersburg was last shut down on December 27, 2021 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 Grumpy Gringo in St. Petersburg?
- The most frequently cited violations at Grumpy Gringo in St. Petersburg are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Grumpy Gringo in St. Petersburg had?
- Grumpy Gringo in St. Petersburg has had 37 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Grumpy Gringo in St. Petersburg find?
- Grumpy Gringo in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected on January 20, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Grumpy Gringo in St. Petersburg ever been shut down?
- Yes, Grumpy Gringo in St. Petersburg has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- 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 Grumpy Gringo in St. Petersburg had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Grumpy Gringo in St. Petersburg has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Grumpy Gringo in St. Petersburg faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Grumpy Gringo in St. Petersburg has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Grumpy Gringo in St. Petersburg been fined?
- Grumpy Gringo 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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