Johnny Grits in Tarpon Springs
Last inspected:
857 E Klosterman Rd, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689Johnny Grits in Tarpon Springs has accumulated 348 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 10.9 violations per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. Recent enforcement shows an escalating pattern: in September 2025, inspectors issued an emergency order citing 14 violations with 7 high-priority deficiencies; the facility complied on callback but returned to violating conditions at the November 2025 inspection with 17 violations. The restaurant has faced one disciplinary action and $400 in fines. Top recurring violations involve proper ventilation, consumer advisory failures, and food contact surface issues.
Most recent closure: September 9, 2025 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Johnny Grits in Tarpon Springs: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
10.9
violations / inspection
10.9 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.13
violations / inspection
6.13 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
Johnny Grits in Tarpon Springs: Emergency Closure History (1)
Johnny Grits in Tarpon Springs: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025067802 | $400.00 | Sep 9, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale |
Johnny Grits in Tarpon Springs: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 5 inspections31 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections24 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections35 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (14 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 8 inspections74 violations · 38 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 19 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 22 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Johnny Grits in Tarpon Springs: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Johnny Grits in Tarpon Springs last inspected?
- Johnny Grits in Tarpon Springs was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 10, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Johnny Grits in Tarpon Springs last shut down?
- Johnny Grits in Tarpon Springs was last shut down on September 9, 2025 for roach 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 Johnny Grits in Tarpon Springs?
- The most frequently cited violations at Johnny Grits in Tarpon Springs are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Johnny Grits in Tarpon Springs had?
- Johnny Grits in Tarpon Springs has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Johnny Grits in Tarpon Springs find?
- Johnny Grits in Tarpon Springs was most recently inspected on November 10, 2025 with 17 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Johnny Grits in Tarpon Springs ever been shut down?
- Yes, Johnny Grits in Tarpon Springs has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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.
- Has Johnny Grits in Tarpon Springs faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Johnny Grits in Tarpon Springs has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Johnny Grits in Tarpon Springs been fined?
- Johnny Grits in Tarpon Springs has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 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.
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