Stop & Play
Last inspected: Feb 27, 2026
90
Score
Across the available record, Stop & Play has five inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Stop & Play was last inspected on Feb 27, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about six violations before that.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Port Richey restaurant scores 80. The record reflects steady performance over time.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 27, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Tracy M. expired 12/2025, Florida Restaurant Lodging Association.
53B-14-5
90
May 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. License showed 25 seats, inspector count is 36. Permit # W-7206 **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-19: **Time Extended**
28-12-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Desiree, Tracy, more than 7 years **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-19: **Time Extended**
53A-04-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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/ 2 persons in charge, 2 counter persons **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-19: No CFM on duty **Time Extended**
53A-05-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. License shows 25 seats, inspector count is 36. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-19: **Time Extended**
51-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. License shows 25 seats, inspector count is 36. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-19: **Time Extended**
51-15-4
64
Mar 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. License showed 25 seats, inspector count is 36. Permit # W-7206 **Warning**
28-12-4
Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Desiree, Tracy, more than 7 years **Warning**
53A-04-6
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/ 2 persons in charge, 2 counter persons **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans are from 1983, per Breanna in Tallahassee there are no current plans. Ice machine added behind front counter, refrigerators, freezer, soda machine, pizza oven, air fryer, popcorn machine, microwaves, 3 compartment sink, hand wash sink, all behind front counter. 2 chest freezers on office area Mop sink is in office area, not on plan **Warning**
51-16-7
Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. License shows 25 seats, inspector count is 36. **Warning**
51-15-4
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. License shows 25 seats, inspector count is 36. **Warning**
51-09-4
58
Apr 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Spray bottle, quaternary ammonium greater than 400 ppm, corrected to 200 ppm **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
86
Jun 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Stop & Play last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Stop & Play on file is from Feb 27, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
How does Stop & Play compare to other restaurants in Port Richey?
Stop & Play most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Port Richey average of 80.
Has Stop & Play's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Stop & Play have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Stop & Play 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 Stop & Play inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Stop & Play is inspected around two times per year on average.
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