Chez David
Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026
45
Score
Across the available record, Chez David has 14 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Apr 9, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around seven violations to closer to five violations per visit.
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” comes up most often, recorded six times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average sits at 79, which Chez David's 45 doesn't quite reach. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
14
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 9, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Raid ant spray located on bottom shelf of prep table next to balsamic glaze. Educated operator on use of spray in establishment. Operator relocated spray. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
41-05-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Lysol spray stored next to jasmine rice on bottom shelf of prep table. Operator relocated. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Potatoes stored in hand sink. Operator removed potatoes from hand sink. Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. Provided employee reporting agreement to operator. Operator had employee sign form. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation next to napkins and sprinkles. Operator relocated. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Interior of double stacked oven has accumulation of black substance. Operator will clean at end of day. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet rag hanging on hand sink. Operator placed in sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottle of clear substance and squeeze bottles of red substance on cookline not labeled. Operator labeled jam and oil. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
45
Dec 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Can of Raid on shelf under coffee machine. Operator removed from shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
41-05-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sanitizer solution bucket stored in hand sink. Removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator replaced. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop sitting in bucket of water near back door. Operator removed from water and hung to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with printed copy and he posted on door of refrigerator. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
64
Jun 11, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 14, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 operator DBPR Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events form. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-14: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Establishment serving raw Acme's cold-smoked salmon is cured and then smoked over hardwood and is not identified on the menu. Discussed with operator. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-14: Time extended for 60 days from routine inspection on 2/7/2025 **Time Extended**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed pool chlorine test kit. Discussed with operator. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-14: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Ovens interior on cook line soiled with food debris build up. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-14: **Time Extended**
22-08-4
70
Feb 7, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 6 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Sewage/wastewater backing up through sinks. When the inspector ran the water at the hand sink on the cook line, water was observed backing up from the drain on the cook line immediately. **Warning**
28-25-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired on 2/1/2025. **Warning**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Packages of raw ground beef and raw chicken stored above case of unwashed mushrooms, tomatoes, and bag of asparagus. Employee moved items to bottom rack. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Packages of raw ground beef stored under and above mushroom raviolis stored inside walk in cooler. Employee moved raw items to bottom rack. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
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 operator DBPR Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events form. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on reach in deli cooler stained. Observed food build up on food slicer. Can opener soiled with food debris. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. A plastic container was found stored inside the hand sink on the cook line. The operator explained that they use the container to collect water after washing their wands, allowing the water to accumulate before disposing of it in the three compartment sink. The operator stated this practice is due to a plumbing issue causing the drain on the cook line to back up. The container was removed from the sink, and when the inspector ran water, it was observed that the drain on the cook line was backing up. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Establishment serving raw Acme's cold-smoked salmon is cured and then smoked over hardwood and is not identified on the menu. Discussed with operator. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed pool chlorine test kit. Discussed with operator. **Warning**
16-37-1
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. No proof of Food Employee Reporting Agreement for employee hired a week ago engaging in food preparation during inspection. Provided operator DBPR Food Employee Reporting Agreement form. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine interior soiled with yellow substance. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. No license displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Box of oil store on floor under preparation table across from walk in cooler. Employee moved item off the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Ovens interior on cook line soiled with food debris build up. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Plumbing at hand sink in backs up from drain on cook line when water is ran at hand sink. **Warning**
29-08-4
23
Sep 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw ground beef over box of macarons. employee moved **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bottle water on floor of walk in cooler. Employee moved. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
82
May 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed shrimp in plastic bags already prepared over already prepared mozzarella sticks in freezer. Employee moved to lower shelves during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Windex label by employee **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on prep table next to clean coffee drinks. Employee moved **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed soup on floor of walk in fridge. Employee moved to shelve **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
70
Apr 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board soiled Slicer soiled Can opener soiled Large mixer soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-04: Cutting board soiled Slicer soiled Can opener soiled Will review during next routine inspection. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. In walk in cooler Cut potatoes in water large pot, box of butter, and bag of onions. Manager put all items on shelves. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-04: Box soda on floor of walk in cooler. Educated. Will review during next routine inspection. **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
86
Feb 15, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Due to licensing fee **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
50-08-7
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Above reach in cooler at cook line. hollandaise sauce (61F - Cold Holding) Put in bottom fridge Educated cook. Reach in cooler across from cook line. Above fill line sliced cheese (46F - Cold Holding) Oporator Put in bottom of reach in cooler **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Raw shell Eggs next to cook line out of cold holding at 8am - no time mark. **Warning**
03F-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board soiled Slicer soiled Can opener soiled Large mixer soiled. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No employee training 2 employee working with food that have been working with company for more then 60 days. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. Sent email to operator of employees reporting responsibility agreement. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Two dead roaches in air handler closet. Oporator cleaned and sanitizer the area. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. In walk in cooler Cut potatoes in water large pot, box of butter, and bag of onions. Manager put all items on shelves. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
43
Nov 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http:// www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ restaurant operating without a license. Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: . Currently still unlicensed. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: Application has been filed by applicant still owes $312.00 in fees **Admin Complaint**
50-08-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No food service manager Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tiles missing in restroom closet. Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended**
36-36-4
74
Nov 7, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : 4 Observed: Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1 rodent dropping on floor near ice machine 1 rodent dropping on the floor near the front display case 1 rodent dropping on floor under reach in cooler in service area 2 rodent droppings on floor next to reach in cooler near rear double doors. 11 rodent droppings on the floor in closet of restroom 10 rodent droppings in air handler room across from restrooms Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: observed 2 droppings in closet. Operator cleaned and sanitised. **Admin Complaint**
35A-04-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http:// www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ restaurant operating without a license. Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: . Currently still unlicensed. **Admin Complaint**
50-08-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris. Employee cleaned can opener **Corrected On-Site** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No food service manager Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tiles missing in restroom closet. Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on rear prep table. Employee moved drink. **Corrected On-Site** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: **Time Extended** **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
55
Sep 5, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - 4 Observed: Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1 rodent dropping on floor near ice machine 1 rodent dropping on the floor near the front display case 1 rodent dropping on floor under reach in cooler in service area 2 rodent droppings on floor next to reach in cooler near rear double doors. 11 rodent droppings on the floor in closet of restroom 10 rodent droppings in air handler room across from restrooms Priority: High Priority
35A-04-4
High Priority - Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http:// www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ restaurant operating without a license. Priority: High Priority
50-08-7
Intermediate - Observed: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris. Employee cleaned can opener **Corrected On-Site** Priority: Intermediate
22-02-4
Intermediate - Observed: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No food service manager Priority: Intermediate
53A-01-7
Intermediate - Observed: No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof of employee training. Priority: Intermediate
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Observed: Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Eggs served less than fully cooked no consumer advisory. Provided consumer advisory and operator printed and displayed. **Corrected On-Site** Priority: Intermediate
02B-02-5
Basic - Observed: Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tiles missing in restroom closet. Priority: Basic
36-36-4
Basic - Observed: Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on rear prep table. Employee moved drink. **Corrected On-Site** Priority: Basic
12B-07-4
Basic - Observed: Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Garbage on pad around shared dumpster. Priority: Basic
33-19-4
43
Jun 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
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
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
23
Jul 14, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 16 minor violations.
View 21 violations
High Priority - Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http:// www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning** Priority: High Priority
50-08-7
High Priority - Observed: Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. -Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) Discussed setting up three compartment sink until dish machine is fixed during time of inspection. **Warning** Priority: High Priority
22-41-4
High Priority - Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -butter (64F - Cold Holding) Discussed keeping Time/temperature controlled for safety foods in cooler Item held out of temperature for less than 4 hours **Warning** Priority: High Priority
03A-02-5
High Priority - Observed: Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -bleach stored above napkins in dry storage area **Warning** Priority: High Priority
41-10-4
Intermediate - Observed: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -stove top has accumulation of food residue -can opener blade has accumulation of food residue **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
22-02-4
Basic - Observed: Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -squeeze bottles at cooks line **Warning** Priority: Basic
02D-01-5
Basic - Observed: Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Warning** Priority: Basic
36-37-5
Basic - Observed: Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -bowls on dish drying rack **Warning** Priority: Basic
24-05-4
Basic - Observed: Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. -Employee at cooks line **Warning** Priority: Basic
13-03-4
Basic - Observed: Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -plastic containers at dish drying rack **Warning** Priority: Basic
24-08-4
Basic - Observed: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -at cooks line **Warning** Priority: Basic
36-17-5
Basic - Observed: Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. -plastic containers at dish drying rack **Warning** Priority: Basic
14-38-4
Basic - Observed: Food stored on floor. -boxes of food items on floor in walk-in cooler **Warning** Priority: Basic
08B-38-4
Basic - Observed: In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. -stove oven **Warning** Priority: Basic
10-20-4
Basic - Observed: Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -ovens in kitchen have accumulation of food debris -all stove ovens have accumulation of food residue **Warning** Priority: Basic
22-08-4
Basic - Observed: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -salamander has accumulation of food residue -sides of stove have accumulation of food residue -mixer head has accumulation of food residue -fan on dish drying rack has accumulation of dust -shelf above dish machine has accumulation of dust **Warning** Priority: Basic
23-03-4
Basic - Observed: Single-service articles improperly stored. -coffee filters at front counter Operator covered during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: Basic
25-05-4
Basic - Observed: Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** Priority: Basic
14-17-4
Basic - Observed: Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall at mixer has accumulation of dust -floor at cooks line has accumulation of grease -floor at dough machine has accumulation of powder **Warning** Priority: Basic
36-27-5
Basic - Observed: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. -at exit door **Warning** Priority: Basic
42-01-4
Basic - Observed: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. -at ice machine **Warning** Priority: Basic
21-12-4
22
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chez David last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chez David on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chez David?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Chez David.
How does Chez David compare to other restaurants in Clearwater?
Chez David most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Clearwater average of 79.
Has Chez David's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Chez David have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Chez David 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 Chez David inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chez David is inspected around four times per year on average.
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