Brooklyn South
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
82
Score
Brooklyn South has been inspected six times since 2023. On Mar 25, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near seven violations each time.
Looking across the full record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
The city-wide average for St. Petersburg sits at 77, putting Brooklyn South on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Panini press soiled **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles in kitchen broken. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of oven soiled on cook line toaster oven. Interior of microwave soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
82
Jan 27, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Can of Raid insect spray under prep table
41-05-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Crock pot - pork (106F - Hot Holding), operator increased temperature **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Staff in kitchen uses porous masonry bricks on top of sandwich press to hold lid down. Staff observed handling bricks, then proceeded to package a pressed sandwich without changing gloves or washing hands Discussed proper hand washing with staff
12A-13-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Accumulation of grease on stove and sandwich press Magnetic knife holder soiled on wall
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Equipment stacked on hand sink in rear of kitchen
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink next to rear kitchen door
31B-02-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under cook line and prep coolers
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen area
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Two cans on floor next to rear door, relocated **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of toaster oven soiled
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooler gaskets soiled Metal storage shelves soiled in kitchen
23-03-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cooler handles soiled Hood
23-24-4
32
Aug 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. 1 raw shell egg cracked in reach-in cooler on cooks line. Employee discarded egg. Stop sale not warranted. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-14-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Meat slicer used more than 4 hours ago is soiled with food debris.
22-02-4
Basic - Floor tiles cracked in warewashing area. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on rack next to oven. **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. **Repeat Violation**
16-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled gaskets on reach-in cooler doors.
23-03-4
58
Apr 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
41
Feb 19, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-19: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on cook line torn. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-19: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on cook line - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-19: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
86
Jan 26, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven and microwave ceiling
22-08-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Opened employee beverage in front cooler.
12B-13-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Near slicer
36-27-5
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Brooklyn South last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Brooklyn South on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Brooklyn South?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Brooklyn South.
How does Brooklyn South compare to other restaurants in St. Petersburg?
Brooklyn South most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the St. Petersburg average of 77.
Has Brooklyn South's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Brooklyn South have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Brooklyn South means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Brooklyn South inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Brooklyn South is inspected around two times per year on average.
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