Main Grove-St Pete

225 2Nd Ave Ne, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
American
Last inspected: Apr 23, 2026
61
Score
Medium Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at Main Grove-St Pete, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Apr 23, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around four violations lately and about 14 violations before that.

Across the inspection history, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Main Grove-St Pete's latest score of 61 falls below the St. Petersburg average of 77. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 23, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shelled eggs stored above unwashed produce inside walk in cooler. Item moved to bottom shelf of rack. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed plans on file from 2022 through OnBase. The current kitchen layout does not match the plans on file. New equipment was added, and other equipment was moved to different areas of the kitchen Equipment currently observed under the Hood System during the inspection: Two fryers, One 2a¿¿burner/oven/flat top unit, prep table with a grill stored on top. Added equipment observed: A black deep freezer next to the reach in deli cooler. A stand alone stainless steel reach in freezer placed between the dry storage rack and the mop sink. A dough machine stored on top of the prep table near the mop sink area. Additional Refrigeration observed across from walk in cooler area: refrigeration with freezer, white deep freezer. **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed the person in charge a Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (DBPR HR 5030-104) form during the inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting boards on reach in deli cooler stained yellow.
22-02-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting on reach in deli cooler. Green cutting board stored on prep table next to reach in cooler.
14-09-4
61
Apr 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found 2 live flies next to triple sink at open air bar
35A-02-7
86
Nov 1, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over ready to eat condiments in single door upright reach in cooler by mop sink. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Pesticide emitting strip behind bar near hand wash sink. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-24-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies in dining room not landing on food or food contact surfaces. **Repeat Violation**
35A-02-6
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee beverage stored in single door upright reach in cooler by mop sink.
12B-13-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cooking oil stored on floor below double door oven in kitchen.
08B-38-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage on reach in cooler in kitchen.
12B-07-4
52
Apr 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
26
Aug 8, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 6 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly outside restrooms not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
35A-02-6
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on 02/01/2023. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 1 dead fly on bar by garage door opening area. Bartender removed and sanitized the area. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-09-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs over ready-to-eat cooked meatballs. Employee stored correctly.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken on steam table at 124 F. Employee put on cook top and reheated to 168 F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
11-07-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Sandwich press in kitchen has built up food debris. Slicer in rear of kitchen has built up food debris.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
11-26-1
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.
53B-13-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave oven in kitchen has built up food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee engaged in food preparation in kitchen with no hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks on shelf above prep table. Employee removed.
12B-07-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tank outside walk in cooler not properly secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone, deodorant and glasses stored above prep table in kitchen. Employee stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
18
Mar 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on 02/01/2023.
50-17-3
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink in kitchen area blocked by bus tubs. Manager moved bus tubs. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
11-26-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has mold like substance. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tank outside of walk in cooler is. It properly secured. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle on prep table in kitchen. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee items stored on top of chest freezer. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in chest freezer in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven handle. Employee stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Double door oven in kitchen has built up food debris. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drinks in walk in cooler above food to be served to the public. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
43
Sep 21, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
In-Use Utensils Properly Stored
FL-43
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Main Grove-St Pete last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Main Grove-St Pete on file is from Apr 23, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Main Grove-St Pete?

Across the inspection record, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Main Grove-St Pete.

How does Main Grove-St Pete compare to other restaurants in St. Petersburg?

Main Grove-St Pete most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the St. Petersburg average of 77.

Has Main Grove-St Pete's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Main Grove-St Pete have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly 14 earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Main Grove-St Pete means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Main Grove-St Pete inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Main Grove-St Pete is inspected around two times per year on average.