How many health inspections has HERB AND OVEN had?

HERB AND OVEN has had 20 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has HERB AND OVEN ever been shut down?

Yes, HERB AND OVEN has been shut down 2 times by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at HERB AND OVEN?

The most frequently cited violations at HERB AND OVEN are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.

What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?

FOOD QUALITY HAZARD: Food in poor condition — spoiled, contaminated, mislabeled, or adulterated — can cause foodborne illness, allergic reactions, or poisoning. Spoiled food may contain dangerous levels of histamine (causes scombroid poisoning from fish), Listeria (grows during refrigeration), or toxin-producing molds. Mislabeled food can trigger fatal allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Inspect all food upon delivery and regularly during storage. Reject food that is: spoiled, damaged, at incorrect temperature, past expiration, improperly labeled, or from unverified sources. Date-mark all ready-to-eat TCS foods — use within 7 days if held at 41°F or below. Discard any food of questionable quality.

What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?

PATHOGEN SURVIVAL: Undercooking is a leading cause of foodborne illness. Salmonella in poultry survives below 165°F — causes 1.35 million US infections annually. E. coli O157:H7 in ground beef survives below 155°F — causes bloody diarrhea and kidney failure. Trichinella in pork survives below 145°F. Proper cooking is the critical kill step that destroys these pathogens. Cook to minimum internal temperatures: Poultry/stuffing/reheated foods: 165°F for 15 seconds. Ground meats: 155°F for 15 seconds. Pork/beef/fish/eggs (immediate service): 145°F for 15 seconds. Whole roasts: 145°F for 4 minutes. Verify with calibrated probe thermometer in thickest part. Microwave cooking: 165°F, rotate, stand 2 minutes.

What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?

PEST ENTRY: Unprotected outer openings (doors, windows, vents) allow entry of flies, rodents, birds, and other pests. A single open door can admit hundreds of flies in minutes — each carrying 100+ pathogens. Gaps around doors allow mice (1/4 inch) and rats (1/2 inch) to enter. Birds nest in rafters, contaminating food with droppings carrying Salmonella and Histoplasma. Protect all outer openings: install self-closing doors, tight-fitting screens on windows and vents, air curtains at frequently used entrances, door sweeps on exterior doors. Seal gaps around pipes and utility penetrations. Keep doors closed when not in active use. Maintain screens in good repair — no holes or tears.

HERB AND OVEN

2364 KEYSTONE RD, Tarpon Springs, FL 34688

Pinellas County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: CR INDUSTRY HOLDINGS INC · License: SEA6217934

HERB AND OVEN in Tarpon Springs, FL has 20 inspections on record with 195 total violations (9.8 per inspection) and 2 emergency closures.

20Inspections

195Violations

2Closures

Data current as of June 11, 2025

Emergency Closures (2)

Emergency closure history for HERB AND OVEN
Date	Reason	Reopened
Jun 11, 2025	Roach & rodent activity	16:46:00
Apr 9, 2025	Rodent activity	08:55:00

Inspection History (20)

Jun 11, 2025 — Complaint Full· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

V16 Proper cooking temps

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 11, 2025 — Complaint Full· 11 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

Jun 11, 2025 — Complaint Full· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 10, 2025 — Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 9, 2025 — Complaint Full· 15 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 2, 2025 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V25 Allergen awareness

Dec 11, 2024 — Routine - Food· 16 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 4, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V09 No contamination

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

May 30, 2023 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

Mar 28, 2023 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

Apr 1, 2022 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V43 Premises maintained

Basic Violations

V54 License display

Feb 15, 2022 — Routine - Food· 12 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Dec 17, 2021 — Routine - Food· 14 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Dec 14, 2021 — Routine - Food· 26 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 5, 2021 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Aug 5, 2020 — Complaint Full· 9 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 4, 2020 — Complaint Full· 12 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

May 15, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Jan 24, 2020 — Routine - Food· 16 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 29, 2019 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

How Does This Facility Compare?

HERB AND OVEN has had 2 emergency closures, compared to the Pinellas County average of 0.27 closures per facility. It has averaged 9.8 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.56.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has HERB AND OVEN had?: HERB AND OVEN has had 20 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has HERB AND OVEN ever been shut down?: Yes, HERB AND OVEN has been shut down 2 times by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at HERB AND OVEN?: The most frequently cited violations at HERB AND OVEN are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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.

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