Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern in St. Petersburg
29 3 St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern, a 44-seat permanent food service establishment in St. Petersburg, has averaged 9.5 violations per inspection across 23 inspections since 2016, nearly double the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent across the record, with hand washing cited in at least 8 inspections, proper cooking temperatures in 11 inspections, consumer advisory violations in 10 inspections, and toxic substance control in 7 inspections. The facility received two disciplinary actions totaling $320 in fines. Fire safety violations included portable fire extinguisher gauge readings in the red zone (cited in December 2024 and October 2025) and improper propane tank location (November 2024). The most recent inspection on December 4, 2025 identified 21 violations and resulted in an admin complaint recommendation, marking a significant escalation from the previous inspection. No emergency closures are on record.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: December 4, 2025
Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern in St. Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
9.5
violations / inspection
9.5 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.15
violations / inspection
6.15 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern in St. Petersburg: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $320.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025089923 | $160.00 | Oct 3, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2019028695 | $160.00 | Apr 15, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern in St. Petersburg: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (5)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Fire extinguishers located near back door next to bathrooms. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-04: **Time Extended**
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 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Fire extinguishers located near back door next to bathrooms.
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
— Routine - Food · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
4 propane tanks larger than 2.7 lbs water capacity in upstairs office. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-15: **Time Extended**
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 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
4 propane tanks larger than 2.7 lbs water capacity in upstairs office.
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Fire extinguisher by restrooms in recharge zone.
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.
Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern in St. Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 3 inspections32 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections31 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections26 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections27 violations · 13 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern in St. Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern in St. Petersburg last inspected?
- Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern in St. Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 4, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern in St. Petersburg?
- The most frequently cited violations at Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern in St. Petersburg are: Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern in St. Petersburg had?
- Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern in St. Petersburg has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern in St. Petersburg find?
- Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected on December 4, 2025 with 9 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern in St. Petersburg ever been shut down?
- No, Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern in St. Petersburg has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 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.
- Has Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern in St. Petersburg had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern in St. Petersburg has 5 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern in St. Petersburg faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern in St. Petersburg has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $320.00 in fines.
- How much has Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern in St. Petersburg been fined?
- Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern in St. Petersburg has been fined a total of $320.00 across 2 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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