Pofolks in St. Petersburg
Last inspected:
2001 34th St North, St. Petersburg, FL 33713Pofolks in St. Petersburg has accumulated 421 violations across 35 inspections since 2016, averaging 12 per visit. The restaurant was shut down once for roach and fly activity. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $1,080 in fines. Top recurring violations include consumer advisory notices, food contact surface issues, and improper ventilation.
Most recent closure: November 9, 2022 for roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Pofolks in St. Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
12
violations / inspection
12 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
Pofolks in St. Petersburg: Emergency Closure History (1)
Pofolks in St. Petersburg: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,080.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022057651 | $400.00 | Nov 9, 2022 | Orlando | |
| 3--2019023343 | $680.00 | Apr 8, 2019 | Orlando |
Pofolks in St. Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 2 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections34 violations · 25 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Complaint Full· 14 violations (12 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 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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— 4 inspections23 violations · 21 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 9 inspections75 violations · 57 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 16 violations (13 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections46 violations · 34 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections24 violations · 18 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Pofolks in St. Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Pofolks in St. Petersburg under active enforcement?
- Records show 3 emergency order inspections between November 9, 2022 and November 11, 2022. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Pofolks in St. Petersburg last inspected?
- Pofolks in St. Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 29, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Pofolks in St. Petersburg last shut down?
- Pofolks in St. Petersburg was last shut down on November 9, 2022 for roach & 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 Pofolks in St. Petersburg?
- The most frequently cited violations at Pofolks in St. Petersburg are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Pofolks in St. Petersburg had?
- Pofolks in St. Petersburg has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Pofolks in St. Petersburg find?
- Pofolks in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected on October 29, 2025 with 9 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Pofolks in St. Petersburg ever been shut down?
- Yes, Pofolks in St. Petersburg has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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.
- Has Pofolks in St. Petersburg faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Pofolks in St. Petersburg has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,080.00 in fines.
- How much has Pofolks in St. Petersburg been fined?
- Pofolks in St. Petersburg has been fined a total of $1,080.00 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).
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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