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THE AVENUE

330 1 AVE S · ST PETERSBURG · Pinellas County · FL 33701

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateOctober 18, 2023
Inspection typeComplaint Full
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionEmergency Order Callback Not Complied
Resultfacility_temporarily_closed
Inspection number3398930
Visit number2
Inspection Visit ID8528821
DBPR license6216420

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
1 High Priority1 Intermediate8 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical10 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

10 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

High Priority 1

#9High Priority35A-05-4

High Priority – – From initial inspection : High Priority – Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on three compartment sink. Manager killed and removed. Asked to sanitize the area and it has not been done. 18 live roaches underneath dish washer in kitchen. 2 live roaches on wall in kitchen in between washing machine and reach in cooler. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2023-10-18: 1 live roach on table of pass through window from the bar to the kitchen. Manager killed, removed and sanitized the area. 2 live roaches in corner doorway by bathroom. Roaches were on the backs with little movement. Manager stated they had restaurant professionally footed this morning. Manager killed, removed and sanitized the area. **Time Extended** **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-SiteWarning

Intermediate 1

#10Intermediate53B-13-5

Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – 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. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2023-10-18: No proof of training for some employees at the time of this callback inspection report. **Time Extended**

Warning

Basic 8

#1Basic51-11-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tanks by frozen drink machine in rear bar area are not properly secured. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2023-10-18: **Time Extended**

Warning
#2Basic36-34-5

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling in kitchen is soiled with grease condensation. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2023-10-18: **Time Extended**

Warning
#3Basic36-22-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor behind fryers in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2023-10-18: **Time Extended**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#4Basic36-17-5

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles in kitchen are cracked and in disrepair next to fryers. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2023-10-18: **Time Extended**

Warning
#5Basic36-24-5

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Hole in or other damage to wall. Holes in wall in kitchen between dishwasher and reach in cooler. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2023-10-18: **Time Extended**

Warning
#6Basic36-68-5

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Grease condensation on ceiling and on walls of kitchen. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2023-10-18: **Time Extended**

Warning
#7Basic23-03-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in coolers have built up food debris. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2023-10-18: **Time Extended**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#8Basic36-27-5

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls in kitchen are soiled with food and grease condensation. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2023-10-18: **Time Extended**

Warning

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 20, 2026 12:32 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 23 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
1 observation(s)
Category 35 · Pest control / insects / rodents / animals / outer openings
1 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
6 observation(s)
Category 51 · Other sanitary and safe-operation conditions
1 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
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.