Irish Pub on 4th in St Petersburg
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9246 4 St N, St Petersburg, FL 33702Irish Pub on 4th in St. Petersburg has accumulated 389 violations across 35 inspections since 2016, averaging 11.1 per visit. The facility operated under the name Babalu Restaurant & Full Bar from 2017 to 2019 and was shut down once for roach activity. State records document three fire safety violations, including scorch marks around an electrical outlet. The establishment has faced two disciplinary actions totaling $520 in fines.
Most recent closure: January 24, 2019 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Irish Pub on 4th in St Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
11.1
violations / inspection
11.1 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
Irish Pub on 4th in St Petersburg: Emergency Closure History (1)
Irish Pub on 4th in St Petersburg: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $520.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2019007405 | $400.00 | Jan 24, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2015031946 | $120.00 | Jun 12, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Irish Pub on 4th in St Petersburg: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 47-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. Surge protector server station
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.
— 2 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 49-05-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-08-23: Increased seating from 86 to 113. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection on 2017-08-24: Needs to submit seating change form
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.
— Complaint Full · 49-05-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Increased seating from 86 to 113. For reporting purposes only.
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.
Irish Pub on 4th in St Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 2 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections31 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 7 inspections46 violations · 28 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 9 inspections88 violations · 53 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection1 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Irish Pub on 4th in St Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Irish Pub on 4th in St Petersburg last inspected?
- Irish Pub on 4th in St Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 26, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Irish Pub on 4th in St Petersburg last shut down?
- Irish Pub on 4th in St Petersburg was last shut down on January 24, 2019 for roach 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 Irish Pub on 4th in St Petersburg?
- The most frequently cited violations at Irish Pub on 4th in St Petersburg are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Irish Pub on 4th in St Petersburg had?
- Irish Pub on 4th in St Petersburg has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Irish Pub on 4th in St Petersburg find?
- Irish Pub on 4th in St Petersburg was most recently inspected on January 26, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Irish Pub on 4th in St Petersburg ever been shut down?
- Yes, Irish Pub on 4th in St Petersburg has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V40 (Wiping cloths usage) mean?
- Violation 40 (Wiping cloths usage) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/40.
- Has Irish Pub on 4th in St Petersburg had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Irish Pub on 4th in St Petersburg has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Irish Pub on 4th in St Petersburg faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Irish Pub on 4th in St Petersburg has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $520.00 in fines.
- How much has Irish Pub on 4th in St Petersburg been fined?
- Irish Pub on 4th in St Petersburg has been fined a total of $520.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Irish Pub on 4th in St Petersburg operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Babalu Restaurant & Full Bar (2017-2019).
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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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