Pjs Oyster Bar
Last inspected: Oct 23, 2025
86
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at Pjs Oyster Bar stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 23, 2025. 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 two violations each time.
Looking across the full record, “raw animal foods not properly separated” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
The city-wide average is 84, putting Pjs Oyster Bar squarely in typical territory. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 23, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Stone crabs stored over raw seafood. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
86
Jul 30, 2025
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chowder 45f made on 7/28/2025, missed cooling window, item discarded.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw burger stored over raw fish in stand up cooler. Item moved. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Chowder 45f made on 7/28/2025, missed cooling window, item discarded.
03D-01-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
58
May 9, 2025
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Apr 30, 2025
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Feb 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
67
Aug 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw frozen ribeye stored over crab legs in stand up freezer. Items corrected. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Back area of kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
70
Jan 26, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw scallops. Items corrected. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Garbage can in front. Item moved. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Hot water faucet leaking. **Repeat Violation**
29-09-4
74
Jul 18, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw burger stored over raw shrimp in stand up cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked ribs and cooked pasta in stand up cooler. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Bottom stand up freezer-breading station.
23-03-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Middle prep sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Hot water faucet handle needs repair- service area.
29-09-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
64
Feb 8, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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. Island oasis ice cream and pina colada mix no date mark when opened.
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked ribs no date mark in stand up cooler. Cooked rice in walk in cooler.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
27-16-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket on floor in bar.
24-05-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Ice buckets stored on floor.
24-07-4
67
Jul 18, 2022
Complaint Full
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. 10 tags missing last used date. Tags marked from weekend. All other tags dated. **Corrected On-Site**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Utensils in back hand sink next to two compartment. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Server area. Water valve turned on . **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Soufflé cup in parm and shredded cheese in salad area. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Ice buildup on walk-in freezer floor.
14-69-4
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pjs Oyster Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pjs Oyster Bar on file is from Oct 23, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pjs Oyster Bar?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal foods not properly separated” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Pjs Oyster Bar.
How does Pjs Oyster Bar compare to other restaurants in Indian Rocks Beach?
Pjs Oyster Bar most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Indian Rocks Beach average of 84.
Has Pjs Oyster Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pjs Oyster Bar have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Pjs Oyster Bar 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 Pjs Oyster Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pjs Oyster Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.
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