Hot Spot Diner in St. Petersburg
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4045 N Tyrone Blvd #204, St. Petersburg, FL 33709Hot Spot Cafe in St. Petersburg has been inspected 25 times on record, accumulating 175 violations—an average of 7 violations per inspection, significantly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has no emergency closures, but has received multiple formal warnings over recurring violations in water supply, proper cooking temperatures, allergen awareness, employee health policy, and toxic substance control. Water supply deficiencies appeared in 8 of the last 8 inspections reviewed, and proper cooking temperature violations were cited in 6 of those same inspections. Employee health policy violations were documented in March 2018, and chemical storage violations recurred across multiple inspections through June 2023. The most recent inspection on January 30, 2026 documented three handwashing procedure violations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Hot Spot Diner in St. Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Hot Spot Diner in St. Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 3 inspections28 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections27 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections25 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections26 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Hot Spot Diner in St. Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hot Spot Diner in St. Petersburg last inspected?
- Hot Spot Diner in St. Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 30, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Hot Spot Diner in St. Petersburg?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hot Spot Diner in St. Petersburg are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Toxic substance control.
- How many health inspections has Hot Spot Diner in St. Petersburg had?
- Hot Spot Diner in St. Petersburg has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hot Spot Diner in St. Petersburg find?
- Hot Spot Diner in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected on July 30, 2026 with 15 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has Hot Spot Diner in St. Petersburg ever been shut down?
- No, Hot Spot Diner in St. Petersburg has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- 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.
- 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.
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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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