Rumba Island Bar & Grill in St. Petersburg
Last inspected:
6445 4 St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33702Rumba Island Bar & Grill in St. Petersburg was emergency-closed on July 23, 2025 for rodent and fly activity. The facility has accumulated 151 violations across 13 inspections since 2016, averaging 11.6 violations per inspection — more than double the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent and recurring: employee health reporting violations appeared in 5 inspections; proper cooking temperature violations in 6 inspections; approved food source violations in 7 inspections; shell stock requirement violations in 4 inspections; and consumer advisory violations in 6 inspections. Management awareness violations were cited in at least 3 inspections. The facility received a formal disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Following the July 2025 emergency closure and subsequent callback inspections, the facility returned to compliance status, with the most recent inspection on February 3, 2026 completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: July 23, 2025 for rodent & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Rumba Island Bar & Grill in St. Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Rumba Island Bar & Grill in St. Petersburg: Emergency Closure History (1)
Rumba Island Bar & Grill in St. Petersburg: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025059734 | $400.00 | Jul 23, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale |
Rumba Island Bar & Grill in St. Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (13)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections41 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections30 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections29 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Rumba Island Bar & Grill in St. Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Rumba Island Bar & Grill in St. Petersburg last inspected?
- Rumba Island Bar & Grill in St. Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 3, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Rumba Island Bar & Grill in St. Petersburg last shut down?
- Rumba Island Bar & Grill in St. Petersburg was last shut down on July 23, 2025 for rodent & 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 Rumba Island Bar & Grill in St. Petersburg?
- The most frequently cited violations at Rumba Island Bar & Grill in St. Petersburg are: Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting, Single-use items.
- How many health inspections has Rumba Island Bar & Grill in St. Petersburg had?
- Rumba Island Bar & Grill in St. Petersburg has had 13 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Rumba Island Bar & Grill in St. Petersburg find?
- Rumba Island Bar & Grill in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected on February 3, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Rumba Island Bar & Grill in St. Petersburg ever been shut down?
- Yes, Rumba Island Bar & Grill in St. Petersburg has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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 Rumba Island Bar & Grill in St. Petersburg faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Rumba Island Bar & Grill in St. Petersburg has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Rumba Island Bar & Grill in St. Petersburg been fined?
- Rumba Island Bar & Grill in St. Petersburg has been fined a total of $400.00 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).
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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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