Starship IV
Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026
100
Score
Starship IV appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 22, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.
Looking across the full record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Compared to the broader Clearwater restaurant scene, where the average is 79, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 22, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 19, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Black beans 50f, made on 11/18/2025 missed cooling window, item discarded.
03D-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Black beans 50f, made on 11/18/2025 missed cooling window, item discarded.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade. Soda gun nozzles upstairs. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
53A-01-7
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
58
May 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
82
Nov 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
90
Apr 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Windex and fabuloso stored on rack with closed juices. Items moved. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cases of water on floor in storage room. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
82
Feb 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-05: **Time Extended**
16-62-1
90
Dec 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
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. 147f, thermometer temp, heat strip did not change colors. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-07: Eco lab not responding to work order. Operator will continue to sanitize in three compartment sink. **Time Extended**
22-57-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-07: **Time Extended**
16-62-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-07: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Condensation from new AC unit draining in three compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-07: **Time Extended**
28-02-4
67
Nov 27, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 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. 147f, thermometer temp, heat strip did not change colors.
22-57-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over ready to eat products in stand up cooler in shed. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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.
53B-01-5
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade Soda gun nozzle, upstairs bar. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Whit plastic discharge plate in upstairs ice machine soiled. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Condensation from new AC unit draining in three compartment sink.
28-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Water bottles stored on floor in outside shed.
08B-38-4
43
Jun 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
95
Dec 8, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over cheeses. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holsters.
29-17-4
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Starship IV last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Starship IV on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Starship IV?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Starship IV.
How does Starship IV compare to other restaurants in Clearwater?
Starship IV most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Clearwater average of 79.
Has Starship IV's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Starship IV have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Starship IV 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 Starship IV inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Starship IV is inspected around three times per year on average.
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