The Breakroom Bar & Grill
Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026
55
Score
Going back to 2022, The Breakroom Bar & Grill has six inspections in the public record. On Apr 16, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around 11 violations to closer to eight violations per visit over the last few inspections.
Looking across the full record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
The city-wide average sits at 79, which The Breakroom Bar & Grill's 55 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 16, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over cooked bacon. Operator rearranged. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Rust on walk in shelves. Discussed with operator.
22-31-4
Basic - 3 Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured next to exit door. Discussed with operator.
51-11-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone stored on cutting board on cook line. Operator relocated phone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Ice bucket not stored inverted. Operator inverted bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cases of beer and soda syrup stored on floor. Operator relocated items onto table. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses. Operator moved tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soda gun holster drain soiled. Operator cleaning during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
23-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
55
Dec 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
47
Mar 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
64
Dec 12, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
86
Jun 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
41
Sep 22, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 16 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. -hose bibs in kitchen area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: **Time Extended**
29-34-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -spray bottle in bar area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: **Time Extended**
41-17-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -stove top has accumulation of grease -grill top has accumulation of food residue -stained cutting board at prep station in kitchen -knives magnet has accumulation of dust -can opener blade has accumulation of food residue -reach in cooler at cooks line has accumulation of food residue **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -ice bucket in hand sink in wait station area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: **Time Extended**
16-21-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -portion cup used to scoop salt and pepper at prep station **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -metal pans above reach in freezer next to three compartment sink **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: **Time Extended**
24-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -metal pans at dish drying rack -cups in bar area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -prep station lid is not closing properly -ice machine missing cover **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor at cooks line has accumulation of grease -wall at cooks line has accumulation of grease -walk-in cooler fan cover has accumulation of dust **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. -in kitchen area **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: **Time Extended**
36-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. -bottle with oil at dry storage area -soda fountain syrup on floor in wait station area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer chest at cooks line **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. -at ice machine **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: **Time Extended**
10-08-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -stove oven has accumulation of food residue -microwave at prep station has accumulation of food residue **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: **Time Extended**
22-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters have accumulation of grease -sides of stove have accumulation of grease -sides of grill have accumulation of grease -sides of fryers have accumulation of grease -reach in freezer next to three compartment sink has accumulation of food residue; **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. -in reach in cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: **Time Extended**
16-46-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -coffee filters at wait station area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: **Time Extended**
25-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. -unwashed produce over sauce in walk-in cooler Discussed proper hierarchy with operator **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: **Time Extended**
08B-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -squeeze bottles at cooks line **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
29
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Breakroom Bar & Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Breakroom Bar & Grill on file is from Apr 16, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Breakroom Bar & Grill?
Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Breakroom Bar & Grill.
How does The Breakroom Bar & Grill compare to other restaurants in Clearwater?
The Breakroom Bar & Grill most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Clearwater average of 79.
Has The Breakroom Bar & Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at The Breakroom Bar & Grill have averaged around eight violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at The Breakroom Bar & Grill 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 The Breakroom Bar & Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Breakroom Bar & Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.
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