Lala St Pete in St. Petersburg
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2324 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33712LALA ST Pete in St. Petersburg has accumulated 72 violations across 12 inspections dating back to at least 2023, averaging 6.0 violations per inspection — modestly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been recurring throughout the record, including handwashing failures cited in multiple inspections, approved food source violations appearing at least 4 times, consumer advisory violations appearing in nearly every recent inspection, and time-as-control violations cited repeatedly. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. On February 2, 2026, the most recent inspection documented 9 violations including high-priority management awareness and employee health reporting violations; a warning was issued. On August 11, 2025, an inspection found 9 violations and was completed with no further action. On February 19, 2024, an inspection resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation following multiple high-priority violations including handwashing and cooking temperature failures.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Lala St Pete in St. Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Lala St Pete in St. Petersburg: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026029446 | $160.00 | Feb 2, 2026 | Miami (Doral) |
Lala St Pete in St. Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (15)
— 4 inspections25 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 4 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Lala St Pete in St. Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Lala St Pete in St. Petersburg last inspected?
- Lala St Pete in St. Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 16, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
- What are the most common violations at Lala St Pete in St. Petersburg?
- The most frequently cited violations at Lala St Pete in St. Petersburg are: Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils, Approved food source.
- How many health inspections has Lala St Pete in St. Petersburg had?
- Lala St Pete in St. Petersburg has had 15 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Lala St Pete in St. Petersburg find?
- Lala St Pete in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected on September 16, 2026 with 7 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
- Has Lala St Pete in St. Petersburg ever been shut down?
- No, Lala St Pete 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 V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Lala St Pete in St. Petersburg faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Lala St Pete in St. Petersburg has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Lala St Pete in St. Petersburg been fined?
- Lala St Pete in St. Petersburg has been fined a total of $160.00 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.
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