Herb and Oven in Tarpon Springs
Last inspected:
2364 Keystone Rd, Tarpon Springs, FL 34688Herb and Oven has been emergency-closed twice: on June 11, 2025 for roach and rodent activity, and on April 9, 2025 for rodent activity. Across 22 inspections, the facility accumulated 202 violations, averaging 9.2 violations per inspection—nearly double the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations were pervasive, including recurring failures in proper cooking temperatures, handwashing, consumer advisories, food condition, and employee health policy. The facility received 2 disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines. Following the June 2025 emergency closure, a complaint inspection documented 9 high-priority violations including management awareness failures, employee health policy violations, and handwashing facility deficiencies before the facility complied and reopened. The most recent inspection on March 26, 2026 resulted in 10 violations including high-priority findings in handwashing and cooking temperatures, with disposition of Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Most recent closure: June 11, 2025 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Herb and Oven in Tarpon Springs: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Herb and Oven in Tarpon Springs: Emergency Closure History (2)
Herb and Oven in Tarpon Springs: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025039557 | $400.00 | Apr 9, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2025048695 | $400.00 | Jun 11, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale |
Herb and Oven in Tarpon Springs: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections33 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 3 inspections28 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections25 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Herb and Oven in Tarpon Springs: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Herb and Oven in Tarpon Springs last inspected?
- Herb and Oven in Tarpon Springs was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 26, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Herb and Oven in Tarpon Springs last shut down?
- Herb and Oven in Tarpon Springs was last shut down on June 11, 2025 for roach & rodent 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 Herb and Oven in Tarpon Springs?
- The most frequently cited violations at Herb and Oven in Tarpon Springs are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Herb and Oven in Tarpon Springs had?
- Herb and Oven in Tarpon Springs has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Herb and Oven in Tarpon Springs find?
- Herb and Oven in Tarpon Springs was most recently inspected on March 26, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Herb and Oven in Tarpon Springs ever been shut down?
- Yes, Herb and Oven in Tarpon Springs has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- Has Herb and Oven in Tarpon Springs faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Herb and Oven in Tarpon Springs has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Herb and Oven in Tarpon Springs been fined?
- Herb and Oven in Tarpon Springs has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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