Pin on Cafe

1100 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33705
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Sep 17, 2024
45
Score
High Risk

Pin on Cafe appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2022. Pin on Cafe was last inspected on Sep 17, 2024. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around seven violations to closer to 12 violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “ceiling not smooth” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

The city-wide average sits at 77, which Pin on Cafe's 45 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

6
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 17, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored above open containers of cream sauces in reach-in cooler on cooks line. Employee placed raw shell eggs on bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee handling raw chicken then touch clean equip without removing gloves and washing hands. Discussed with operator proper hand-hygiene techniques. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 5 lbs of commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged tuna fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
01B-13-4
Basic - 5 lbs of commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged tuna fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
06-09-1
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic bowl without handle stored in container of sugar. Operator removed bowl. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Duct tape used to repair torn gasket on right reach-in cooler door on cooks line. **Repeat Violation**
14-71-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Bottom shelf of prep table located across from there-compartment sink is rusted.
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled gaskets on reach-in cooler doors on cooks line. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
45
May 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored above ready-to-eat sauces in reach-in cooler on cooks line.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Operator Tiwaporn Rattanachana arrived during inspection. Discussed with operator a CFM needs to be present when four or more employees including operator are present and engaging in food preparation. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Cutting board on reach-in cooler on cooks line has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dishmachine is in the process of being repaired. Operator has three-compartment sink setup. Chlorine reading 50ppm.
16-55-4
Basic - Duct tape used to repair gasket on reach-in cooler door on cooks line.
14-71-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets on reach-in cooler doors on cooks line. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled gaskets on reach-in cooler doors on cooks line. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear kitchen exit door is not self-closing. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor on cooks line. Operator removed from and placed on pallet. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-38-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler on cooks line interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
47
Mar 19, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
20
Jan 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Rodent rub marks present along walls/ceilings. Rodent rub marks on pipes behind prep take on cook line. Rub marks on wall over dish machine, - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-18: **Time Extended**
35A-18-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained on cook line. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-18: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Sushi bar area ceiling textured. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-18: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Sushi chef no hair restraint. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-18: **Time Extended**
13-03-4
70
Oct 27, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
16
Aug 11, 2022
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No vacuum breaker on threaded hose bib of the mop sink outside the back door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-10: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-11: **Time Extended**
29-34-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on top of dish machine in ware washing area. 32 dead roaches behind refrigeration equipment in ware washing area. 1 dead roach behind reach in cooler in sushi prep area. 2 dead roaches along wall area directly across from fryers in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-10: 16 dead roaches behind front counter. Operator removed and sanitized the area. 2 dead roaches in air handler unit area near restrooms. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-11: 2 live roaches in ware washing area. Operator killed both roaches, removed them and sanitized the area. 1 dead roach in ware washing area. Operator removed the roach and sanitized the area. **Time Extended**
35A-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in cooler in kitchen across from cooktop have built up food debris. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-10: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-11: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pin on Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pin on Cafe on file is from Sep 17, 2024. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pin on Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “ceiling not smooth” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Pin on Cafe.

How does Pin on Cafe compare to other restaurants in St. Petersburg?

Pin on Cafe most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the St. Petersburg average of 77.

Has Pin on Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Pin on Cafe have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Pin on Cafe means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Pin on Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pin on Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.