Deep End
Last inspected: Apr 24, 2026
43
Score
Across the available record, Deep End has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Deep End was last inspected on Apr 24, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
Across the inspection history, “cup to attach to waste line missing at soda gun holster” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
By comparison, the average Clearwater facility scores 79, putting Deep End on the weaker side. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
4
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 24, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 13 packs of raw tuna thawed in cryovac package. Packaging states " remove from package and thaw under refrigeration immediately before use. Do not refreeze. **Repeat Violation**
01B-13-4
High Priority - 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. Bar glass washer 0 ppm, empty container. Container changed now 100 ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Bar hand soap unable to dispense.
31B-06-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk in server stand up cooler.
02C-03-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Next to ice machine.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Next to dishawasher.
31B-03-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets. **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged 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. 13 packs of raw tuna thawed in cryovac package. Packaging states " remove from package and thaw under refrigeration immediately before use. Do not refreeze.
06-09-1
Basic - Cup to attach to Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Bar.
29-17-4
43
Sep 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Pork belly found to be ROP with no date and time mark in walk in cooler. Pork belly found to be ROP with no date and time mark in walk in freezer. All items discarded.
01B-13-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets.
24-05-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Pork belly found to be ROP with no date and time mark in walk in cooler. Pork belly found to be ROP with no date and time mark in walk in freezer. All items discarded.
03G-53-1
78
Apr 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Ran 4 cycles 90f, , operator has a service call in for this machine. All items taken to main floor for washing. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-15: Ran 5 cycles temperature only reached 95f, returned after 15 minutes now at 134f, .ran 4 more cycles. **Admin Complaint**
22-57-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Ice cube used for drinks stored in walk in freezer not covered. - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-15: **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
82
Apr 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Ran 4 cycles 90f, , operator has a service call in for this machine. All items taken to main floor for washing. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-57-6
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Bar
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Ice cream freezer in server alley. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar
31B-04-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Ice cube used for drinks stored in walk in freezer not covered.
08B-12-5
64
Aug 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Cooling rice 115f, sitting on prep table. Item moved to walk in cooler for quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-15-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Gelato freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. **Repeat Violation**
29-17-4
82
Apr 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Missing on all soda guns at bar. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: **Time Extended**
29-17-4
95
Apr 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
52
Sep 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
67
Mar 24, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Deep End last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Deep End on file is from Apr 24, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Deep End?
Across the inspection record, “cup to attach to waste line missing at soda gun holster” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Deep End.
How does Deep End compare to other restaurants in Clearwater?
Deep End most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Clearwater average of 79.
Has Deep End's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Deep End have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Deep End 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 Deep End inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Deep End is inspected around three times per year on average.
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