Finest Kind in Tarpon Springs

Last inspected:

810 Dodecanese Blvd, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Overview

Finest Kind in Tarpon Springs has 3 inspections on record between May 2024 and February 2026, with a combined 3 violations and no stop-sale orders. A preoperational inspection on May 24, 2024 identified a missing food temperature measuring device—an inspector found no small metal stem probe thermometer readily available for checking food temperatures. A subsequent preoperational inspection on February 2, 2026 cited an employee handwash sink configuration issue: the front food service area handwash sink was being used for both front service and back warewashing/processing areas, creating an access and hygiene concern. The inspector noted that if handwashing violations are observed in future inspections, the department may require installation of an additional handwash sink closer to the back processing area. A focused inspection on October 21, 2024 performed to follow up on Hurricane Helene found no violations. The most recent inspection on February 2, 2026 resulted in citation of the handwash sink issue.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

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Last inspected FDACS:

Finest Kind in Tarpon Springs: FDACS Inspection History (3)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 1 inspection
— Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements· 1 violation· Met Requirements

Inspector: ALORA BOEKE, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected. The employee handwash sink that is located in the front food service area is being used as the employee handwash sink for the warewashing and processing area in the back. There is no door and the entry to the back area must remain unobstructed. If handwashing violations are observed in future inspections an employee handwash sink the department may require the establishment to install one closer to the warewashing and processing area. Payments can be made online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or can be mailed to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, P.O. Box 6720, Tallahassee FL 32314-6720. Checks and money orders are to be payable to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. All payments must include the Food Establishment number and reason of payment type in the memo section of the check or money order. The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit.

Risk-Based Violations

95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.Repeat
Current certified food protection manager documentation not available.
— 2 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: CYNTHIA CANNIOTO, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Visit performed to follow up on Hurricane Helene.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements· 2 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: ALORA BOEKE, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected. Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must remit payment in full. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Follow the instructions on the portal page for payment processing. Payment by check or money order is also accepted, but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services,

Risk-Based Violations

95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.
Current certified food protection manager documentation not available.

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-302.12 Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in ensuring food temperatures are attained and maintained; or food temperature measuring device with a suitable small-diameter probe not provided or not readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin foods. 4-302.12 Pf
Small metal stem probe thermometer not available.

Finest Kind in Tarpon Springs: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Finest Kind in Tarpon Springs last inspected?
Finest Kind in Tarpon Springs was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on February 2, 2026. Inspection type: Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Finest Kind in Tarpon Springs had?
Finest Kind in Tarpon Springs has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Finest Kind in Tarpon Springs find?
Finest Kind in Tarpon Springs was most recently inspected by FDACS on February 2, 2026 (Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements).
Has Finest Kind in Tarpon Springs had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Finest Kind in Tarpon Springs has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Finest Kind in Tarpon Springs?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Finest Kind in Tarpon Springs are: 4-302.12: Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in ensuring food temperatures are attained and maintained; or food temperature measuring device with a suitable small-diameter probe not provided or not readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin foods. 4-302.12 Pf.

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