G.A. Food Services of Pinellas
Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026
100
Score
G.A. Food Services of Pinellas has been inspected 12 times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Apr 9, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.
“Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
Compared to the broader Fort Lauderdale restaurant scene, where the average is 80, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Apr 9, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 8, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Wiping cloth sanitizer tested at 200ppm chlorine. Instructed operator on proper mixing of chlorine for sanitizer. Operator remade and retested at 100ppm chlorine **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-27-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Cooked meatballs stored in direct contact with plastic handle thank you bag in large walk in freezer. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found observed approximately 5 live small flying hovering and landing at mop sink area located in ware washing area. Observed approximately 3 live small flying insects landing on waste receptacle at hand wash sink in ware washing area. Observed approximately 5 live small flying insects landing on waste receptacle located outside of juice walk in cooler **Warning**
35A-02-7
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing pink substance not labeled. Operator labeled soap and water **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Interior of in use oven has accumulation of black substance. **Warning**
22-08-4
55
Dec 12, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 5 employees engaged in food preparation without a certified food manager present.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper jam in towel dispenser, unable to dispense. Employee fixed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. In walk in freezers., and throughout kitchen area.
36-73-4
78
Aug 26, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under cooking equipment on cook line.
36-73-4
90
May 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. -Observed 2 wet mops in dishwashing area not stored in a manner to allow to air dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. -Observed accumulation of dead flies in n control device. Operator cleaned. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
35A-06-4
90
Mar 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
67
Sep 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop wet nesting in mop bucket.
42-01-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Chlorine sanitizer 0 Ppm. Operator made new solution rechecked 100 Ppm . **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
90
May 16, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed accumulation of dead flying insects in control devices throughout. Operator clean dead flies from devices. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-06-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -Observed accumulation of brown like substance buildup on ceiling tiles in dishwashing area.
36-34-5
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine sanitizer solution at 00 ppm. Operator correct solution to 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
86
Dec 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
95
Aug 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Main kitchen prep table at hand washing sink- observed employee cellphone on prep table. Employee removed cellphone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
95
Feb 1, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 25, 2022
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Observed dust buildup on the exterior of ice machine.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. -Observed one dumpster lid open at west parking lots.
33-16-4
Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in freezer . -Observed lights burnout in walk in freezer.
38-04-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was G.A. Food Services of Pinellas last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at G.A. Food Services of Pinellas on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at G.A. Food Services of Pinellas?
Across the inspection record, “floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at G.A. Food Services of Pinellas.
How does G.A. Food Services of Pinellas compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?
G.A. Food Services of Pinellas most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.
Has G.A. Food Services of Pinellas' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at G.A. Food Services of Pinellas have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at G.A. Food Services of Pinellas 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 G.A. Food Services of Pinellas inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, G.A. Food Services of Pinellas is inspected around three times per year on average.
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