What are the most common violations at Southern Grounds Coffee House in St. Petersburg?

The most frequently cited violations at Southern Grounds Coffee House in St. Petersburg are: Consumer advisory, Adequate lighting, Proper cooking temps.

How many health inspections has Southern Grounds Coffee House in St. Petersburg had?

Southern Grounds Coffee House in St. Petersburg has had 2 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Southern Grounds Coffee House in St. Petersburg find?

Southern Grounds Coffee House in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected on February 3, 2026 with 12 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Has Southern Grounds Coffee House in St. Petersburg ever been shut down?

No, Southern Grounds Coffee House 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 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.

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.

Southern Grounds Coffee House in St. Petersburg

Last inspected: February 3, 2026

695 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

Pinellas County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Sogro St Pete LLC
DBPR License: SEA6218772

Overview

Southern Grounds Coffee House in St. Petersburg has been inspected twice on record, with 12 violations documented during a routine food inspection on February 3, 2026. High-priority violations included improper hand and arm washing (cited twice), failure to provide consumer advisories (cited twice), and improper cooking temperatures (cited twice). The facility also received 6 intermediate-level and 4 basic violations during that same inspection. A licensing inspection on August 7, 2025 found no violations. No emergency closures have been issued. The most recent inspection on February 3, 2026 was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

2Inspections

12Violations

0Closures

Last inspected DBPR: February 3, 2026

Southern Grounds Coffee House in St. Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages

This Facility 6 violations / inspection 6 violations per inspection

Pinellas County Avg 6.13 violations / inspection 6.13 county average

This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures

Pinellas County Avg 0.35 closures / facility 0.35 county average

Southern Grounds Coffee House in St. Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (2)

2026 — 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority

Feb 3, 2026 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

2025 — 1 inspection0 violations

Aug 7, 2025 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Southern Grounds Coffee House in St. Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Southern Grounds Coffee House in St. Petersburg last inspected?: Southern Grounds Coffee House in St. Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 3, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Southern Grounds Coffee House in St. Petersburg?: The most frequently cited violations at Southern Grounds Coffee House in St. Petersburg are: Consumer advisory, Adequate lighting, Proper cooking temps.
How many health inspections has Southern Grounds Coffee House in St. Petersburg had?: Southern Grounds Coffee House in St. Petersburg has had 2 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Southern Grounds Coffee House in St. Petersburg find?: Southern Grounds Coffee House in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected on February 3, 2026 with 12 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Southern Grounds Coffee House in St. Petersburg ever been shut down?: No, Southern Grounds Coffee House 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 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.
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.