Tarpon Springs — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Tarpon Springs, Florida has 172 food establishments with 2,036 inspections on record. 9 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 75.5%, below the state average of 85.9%. Inspections average 5.6 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Boat Club in Tarpon Springs, shut down June 8, 2026 for rodent & fly activity.
Largest fine: $1,900 assessed to Bayou Cafe in Tarpon Springs on May 5, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated June 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayou Cafe | 62 | 599 | 10 |
| Currents | 45 | 283 | 4 |
| Dimitri's on the Water | 37 | 283 | 3 |
| Jerk Center | 25 | 149 | 3 |
| Madelines Falafel and Shawarma INC | 23 | 113 | 3 |
Tarpon Springs Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Tarpon Springs
75.5%
Pass Rate
75.5%
Florida Average
85.9%
Pass Rate
85.9%
Tarpon Springs
5.6
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.6
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Tarpon Springs
5.23
Closures per 100 Facilities
5.23
Florida Average
1.35
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.35
Tarpon Springs Restaurants: Recent Closures (5)
| Date | Business | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Boat Club | Rodent & fly activity | |
| Keys Jam-rock Grill | Roach activity | |
| Greeks of Tarpon Springs | Roach activity | |
| Currents | Rodent activity | |
| Hacienda Corralejo | Roach activity |
Tarpon Springs Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toulas Trailside Cafe | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Quality Inn and Suites | 3 (2 high) | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Little Greek | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Hacienda Corralejo | 1 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Bistro | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Boat Club | 12 | Emergency Order Callback Complied | |
| H'ours Creole Smokehouse | 4 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Hacienda Corralejo | 6 (4 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Tropics | 6 (3 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Boat Club | 15 (1 high) | Emergency Order Callback Not Complied |
Tarpon Springs Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 17,910 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 14,162 |
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 12,618 |
| 12 | Shell stock requirements | 10,471 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 9,287 |
Tarpon Springs Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 5, 2026 | Bayou Cafe | $1,900 | 3--2025089225 |
| May 19, 2026 | Hacienda Corralejo | $800 | 3--2026027327 |
| Jul 22, 2025 | Jerk Center | $800 | 3--2025011162 |
| Mar 11, 2026 | Hacienda Corralejo | $800 | 3--2026011793 |
| Jan 13, 2026 | Dimitri's on the Water | $600 | 3--2025089023 |
| Sep 30, 2025 | Tarpon Turtle Grill & Marina | $500 | 3--2025048896 |
| Oct 8, 2025 | Bayou Cafe | $480 | 3--2025034710 |
| Jul 22, 2025 | Herb and Oven | $400 | 3--2025048695 |
| Sep 4, 2025 | Herb and Oven | $400 | 3--2025039557 |
| Oct 14, 2025 | Rodie's Restaurant & Pancake House | $400 | 3--2025067336 |
Tarpon Springs Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 12 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 12 |
| Other fire safety violation | 9 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 3 |
Tarpon Springs Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records
In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Tarpon Springs has 81 FDACS-regulated facilities with 168 inspections on record and 154 stop-sale orders issued.
Tarpon Springs FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders
A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.
| Date | Facility | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smoothie-king-2121-409692 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Smoothie-king-2121-409692 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Moonberry Mercantile & Trading | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Approved Source: Food obtained from approved … | |
| Moonberry Mercantile & Trading | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Approved Source: Food obtained from approved … | |
| Moonberry Mercantile & Trading | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Approved Source: Food obtained from approved … | |
| Moonberry Mercantile & Trading | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Approved Source: Food obtained from approved … | |
| Tarpon-smoke-brothers-419855 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc… | |
| Tarpon-smoke-brothers-419855 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc… | |
| Tarpon-smoke-brothers-419855 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc… | |
| Tarpon-smoke-brothers-419855 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc… |
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Tarpon Springs FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Tarpon Springs Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winn-Dixie | 2 | 170 | 584 |
| 7-Eleven | 1 | 84 | 2,422 |
| CVS | 1 | 9 | 882 |
| Smoothie King | 1 | 11 | 350 |
| Walgreens | 1 | 1 | 743 |
| Circle K | 1 | 102 | 1,574 |
| Dollar General | 1 | 57 | 2,871 |
| The Hemp Dispensary | 1 | 14 | 18 |
Tarpon Springs: Notable Restaurants
Bayou Cafe
62 inspections
599 violations
10 closures
Currents
45 inspections
283 violations
4 closures
Dimitri's on the Water
37 inspections
283 violations
3 closures
Dock's Waterfront Seafood Grill
44 inspections
300 violations
2 closures
Toulas Trailside Cafe
28 inspections
108 violations
Hacienda Corralejo
19 inspections
150 violations
1 closures
Tarpon Springs: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 3 | 231 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 2 | 129 | 2 |
| Chilis | 1 | 93 | 0 |
| Ihop | 1 | 35 | 0 |
| Panera Bread | 1 | 91 | 0 |
| Tropical Smoothie | 1 | 54 | 0 |
| Firehouse Subs | 1 | 46 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 1 | 59 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 1 | 115 | 0 |
| Burger King | 1 | 49 | 0 |
Tarpon Springs Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Tarpon Springs?
- Tarpon Springs, Florida has 172 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Tarpon Springs?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Tarpon Springs is 75.5%. The Florida state average is 85.9%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Tarpon Springs this year?
- 9 food establishments in Tarpon Springs have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Tarpon Springs?
- The most frequently cited violations in Tarpon Springs are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Tarpon Springs?
- Subway has the most locations in Tarpon Springs with 3 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Tarpon Springs?
- Boat Club in Tarpon Springs was shut down on June 8, 2026 for rodent & fly activity.
- How does Tarpon Springs compare to the Florida state average?
- Tarpon Springs has a pass rate of 75.5%, which is 10.4 percentage points below the state average of 85.9%. The average violations per inspection is 5.6 compared to the state average of 4.66.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Tarpon Springs?
- Food establishments in Tarpon Springs have an average of 11.8 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Tarpon Springs been assessed?
- Food establishments in Tarpon Springs have been assessed $42,505 in fines across 107 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $409 and the largest single fine was $1,900.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Tarpon Springs restaurants?
- 36 fire safety violations have been documented across 20 food establishments in Tarpon Springs. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Tarpon Springs inspected?
- Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Tarpon Springs, Florida has 81 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 168 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Tarpon Springs?
- FDACS has issued 154 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Tarpon Springs, including 2 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.
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Tarpon Springs Restaurants & Food Establishments (172)
Bayou Cafe 10 closures
118 E TARPON AVE, Tarpon Springs
62 inspections · 599 violations · Last: Apr 2026Currents 4 closures
200 E TARPON AVE, Tarpon Springs
45 inspections · 283 violations · Last: May 2026Dimitri's on the Water 3 closures
690 DODECANESE BLVD, Tarpon Springs
37 inspections · 283 violations · Last: Mar 2026Jerk Center 3 closures
405 S PINELLAS AVE, Tarpon Springs
25 inspections · 149 violations · Last: May 2026Madelines Falafel and Shawarma INC 3 closures
13 N PINELLAS AVE, Tarpon Springs
23 inspections · 113 violations · Last: Apr 2026Greeks of Tarpon Springs 3 closures
128 N PINELLAS AVE STE B, Tarpon Springs
15 inspections · 67 violations · Last: May 2026Johnnys Taphouse & Grill LLC 2 closures
224 E TARPON AVE, Tarpon Springs
44 inspections · 333 violations · Last: Mar 2026Rodie's Restaurant & Pancake House 2 closures
1097 S PINELLAS AVE, Tarpon Springs
34 inspections · 307 violations · Last: May 2026Dock's Waterfront Seafood Grill 2 closures
210 DODECANESE BLVD, Tarpon Springs
44 inspections · 300 violations · Last: May 2026Tarpon Turtle Grill & Marina 2 closures
1513 LAKE TARPON AVE, Tarpon Springs
35 inspections · 286 violations · Last: Nov 2025Urban Grounds 2 closures
150 E TARPON AVE, Tarpon Springs
29 inspections · 204 violations · Last: Feb 2026Herb and Oven 2 closures
2364 KEYSTONE RD, Tarpon Springs
22 inspections · 202 violations · Last: Mar 2026Dunkin Donuts 2 closures
1143 S PINELLAS AVE, Tarpon Springs
14 inspections · 62 violations · Last: Dec 2025Johnny Grits 1 closure
857 E KLOSTERMAN RD, Tarpon Springs
32 inspections · 348 violations · Last: Nov 2025Plum Tomato Pizzeria 1 closure
1988 ALT 19, Tarpon Springs
28 inspections · 242 violations · Last: May 2026Boat Club 1 closure
1761 BECKETT WAY, Tarpon Springs
17 inspections · 233 violations · Last: Jun 2026Mayerion Mykonos Restaurant 1 closure
628 DODECANESE BLVD, Tarpon Springs
30 inspections · 230 violations · Last: May 2026Hacienda Corralejo 1 closure
459 ATHENS ST, Tarpon Springs
19 inspections · 150 violations · Last: Jun 2026Larry's Grillhouse 1 closure
734 S PINELLAS AVE, Tarpon Springs
22 inspections · 125 violations · Last: May 2026Outside BBQ LLC 1 closure
606 PINELLAS AVE, Tarpon Springs
22 inspections · 104 violations · Last: Apr 2026