THE FRIENDLY TAVERN
18121 GULF BLVD · REDINGTON SHORES · Pinellas County · FL 33708
Inspection Summary
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Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
16 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 4
08A-05-6High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Pooled raw shell eggs over shredded cheddar and unwashed celery Discussed proper food storage **Warning**
35A-04-4High Priority – Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 30 rodent droppings on floor of pantry by walk-in cooler. 40 rodent droppings on shelves of pantry and on exterior tops of containers holding bread crumbs in pantry 3 rodent droppings on floor under fryer of cook line 10 rodent droppings on floor near rear exit. 30 rodent droppings on cart that holds clean pots by rear exit. 10 rodent droppings behind fry oil and refrigerator next to entrance of kitchen 12 rodent droppings on shelves of server's station. 3 rodent droppings behind bar 5 rodent droppings in air filter room. 10 rodent droppings by claw machine in dining area 5 rodent droppings on floor of outdoor open air bar 100 rodent droppings on floor of walk-in cooler. **Warning**
01B-02-5High Priority – Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. On cook line: Cooked onions 84 degrees F. Per employee onions have been left out for over 24 hours. Stop sale issued **Warning**
03A-02-5High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk-in cooler: feta 44 degrees F, pooled eggs 46 degrees F, turkey 44 degrees F. Door was open upon arrival. Some foods temped appropriately. Discussed ensuring door is maintained closed. On cook line: Cooked onions 84 degrees F. Per employee onions have been left out for over 24 hours. Stop sale issued **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
Intermediate 6
02C-03-5Intermediate – Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Sauerkraut not date marked from two days ago in white reach-in cooler by walk-in cooler. Turkey in walk-in cooler **Warning**
22-02-4Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach-in cooler of cook line Fryer baskets on cook line **Warning**
31A-09-4Intermediate – Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by strainer at bar area **Warning**
31B-02-4Intermediate – No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink of bar **Warning**
53B-13-5Intermediate – Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 2 out of 3 employees missing training **Warning**
02C-02-5Intermediate – Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked onions and chicken wings in white reach-in cooler by walk-in cooler not date marked from two days ago. Cooked potatoes in walk-in cooler. **Warning**
Basic 6
22-20-5Basic – Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the soda nozzles behind bar **Warning**
08B-38-4Basic – Food stored on floor. Bucket of pickles on floor of walk-in cooler. Discussed proper food storage. **Warning**
22-08-4Basic – Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Ovens on cook line Oven on cook line **Warning**
31B-04-4Basic – No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwash sink of bar **Warning**
08B-12-5Basic – Stored food not covered. Cooked potatoes and ready-to-eat mushrooms in walk-in cooler. **Warning**
08B-17-4Basic – Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored over ready-to-eat food. Unwashed tomatoes over ready-to-eat pickles in walk-in cooler. Discussed proper food storage **Warning**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 10, 2026 9:09 AM.
Violation category totals
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
4 observation(s)
3 observation(s)
3 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.