Eddies's Bar and Grill
Last inspected: Feb 6, 2026
82
Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at Eddies's Bar and Grill, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 6, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around six violations, down from roughly nine violations earlier in the record.
The pattern that stands out is “handwash sink not accessible for employee use”, which has been cited four times.
Among St. Petersburg restaurants, the typical score is 77; Eddies's Bar and Grill is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
8
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 6, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Ice bucket on hand sink in kitchen, removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Oven door handle on cook line
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Accumulation of grease in hood filters **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
82
Sep 23, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found 2 live flies in dry storage
35A-02-7
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Hotdogs under raw beef in walk in cooler, removed **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. blue cheese cups (74F - Cold Holding), moved to cooler **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. WD40 on shelf with food, removed **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. No chlorine or quart test kit
16-32-5
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Next to hand sink at bar
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun holsters at bar soiled **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Ice bucket in hand sink, removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Air vents over kitchen
36-34-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under cook line
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled
23-03-4
29
Mar 31, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. No test kit for sink and surface sanitizer at triple sink in kitchen **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: No test kit for sink and surface sanitizer at triple sink in kitchen **Time Extended**
16-32-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Hand sink next to ice machine, paper towels added **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: No paper towels at both hand sinks in kitchen, restocked **Time Extended** **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice well at bar **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: Drink ice well at main bar, removed **Time Extended** **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
78
Jan 27, 2025
Routine - Food
6 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Manager on duty provided two valid food handler certificates during inspection **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Ryan Faist expired 5/21/2024, manager on duty unable to provide additional proof of valid CFM **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled Soda gun holster soiled at bar **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Chemical spray bottle in hand sink at bar, removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. No test kit for sink and surface sanitizer at triple sink in kitchen **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-32-5
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Hand sink next to ice machine, paper towels added **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-05-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee backpack on dry storage shelves **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice well at bar **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning**
14-09-4
45
Aug 7, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Drink ice well next to office not covered when not in use, lid closed **Corrected On-Site**
08B-02-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. housemate ranch cups (46F - Cold Holding) on service line, placed in ice bath **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. No test kit for sink and surface sanitizer
16-32-5
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Person in charge unable to locate all employee trading certificates during inspection **Repeat Violation**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Sanitizer bottle at wait station, labeled **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cook line **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open beverage on shelf above prep table, removed **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Next to bar triple sink, relocated **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
47
Mar 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
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
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
50
Nov 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
95
Dec 8, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 17 minor violations.
View 23 violations
High Priority - Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Hanging on wall near beet taps at bar, discussed proper use with staff.
41-24-4
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. Raw chicken over raw beef in white reach in freezer, employee corrected order during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottles on bar top, employee moved **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Dirty utensils stacked on hand sink in kitchen, employee moved during inspection **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand sink in kitchen, employee replaced soap bottle during inspection **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun nozzles at bar soiled. Cutting boards on cook line stained.
22-02-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Womens restroom on south side of restaurant
32-04-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Near entrance to beer cooler
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout kitchen and food prep areas **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Both women's restrooms
32-12-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On cook line
14-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach in dry storage closet 1 dead roach on floor in dining room 1 dead roach behind video games in dining room
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on shelf above clean glassware at bar, employee moved drink **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In kitchen **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Around cooking equipment in kitchen
36-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor.Cooking oil on floor outside entrance to kitchen, employee moved to dry storage closet. Boxes of juice on floor of walk in beer cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Multiple holes in wall behind ice machine
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in both white top-open reach-in freezers. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Accumulation of grease on gas lines and sides of cooking equipment on cook line **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Shared dumpster with multiple businesses
33-16-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Chlorine sanitizer bucket in kitchen 200ppm. Employee remade at 100ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Eddies's Bar and Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Eddies's Bar and Grill on file is from Feb 6, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Eddies's Bar and Grill?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Eddies's Bar and Grill.
How does Eddies's Bar and Grill compare to other restaurants in St. Petersburg?
Eddies's Bar and Grill most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the St. Petersburg average of 77.
Has Eddies's Bar and Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Eddies's Bar and Grill have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Eddies's Bar and Grill 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 Eddies's Bar and Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Eddies's Bar and Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.
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