Urban Grounds in Tarpon Springs
Last inspected:
150 E Tarpon Ave, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689Urban Grounds in Tarpon Springs has accumulated 204 violations across 29 inspections since 2016, averaging 7 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for rodent activity. An administrative complaint was recommended in August 2020 following 10 violations including 4 high-priority items, and the business faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $1,000 in fines. Food contact surfaces, consumer advisories, and inadequate protection of outer openings were the most frequently cited violations.
Most recent closure: August 28, 2020 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Urban Grounds in Tarpon Springs: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Urban Grounds in Tarpon Springs: Emergency Closure History (2)
Urban Grounds in Tarpon Springs: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2020036107 | $600.00 | Jun 17, 2020 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2020043193 | $400.00 | Aug 28, 2020 | Fort Lauderdale |
Urban Grounds in Tarpon Springs: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 6 inspections39 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections30 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 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.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
Urban Grounds in Tarpon Springs: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Urban Grounds in Tarpon Springs last inspected?
- Urban Grounds in Tarpon Springs was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 24, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Urban Grounds in Tarpon Springs last shut down?
- Urban Grounds in Tarpon Springs was last shut down on August 28, 2020 for 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 Urban Grounds in Tarpon Springs?
- The most frequently cited violations at Urban Grounds in Tarpon Springs are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Urban Grounds in Tarpon Springs had?
- Urban Grounds in Tarpon Springs has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Urban Grounds in Tarpon Springs find?
- Urban Grounds in Tarpon Springs was most recently inspected on February 24, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Urban Grounds in Tarpon Springs ever been shut down?
- Yes, Urban Grounds in Tarpon Springs has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Urban Grounds in Tarpon Springs faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Urban Grounds in Tarpon Springs has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
- How much has Urban Grounds in Tarpon Springs been fined?
- Urban Grounds in Tarpon Springs has been fined a total of $1,000.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
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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