The Hiatus
Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026
90
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at The Hiatus, the earliest from 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 4, 2026. 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 six violations each time.
Across the inspection history, “employee with no hair restraint while engaging” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded 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.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 4, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-04: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-04: **Time Extended**
16-21-4
90
Feb 24, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Bar glass washer 0 ppm.
22-41-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
67
Sep 11, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter 68f, in prep area on rack.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Butter left out overnight 68f, discarded.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands.
12A-27-4
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/ Robin Santana Person in charge no manager certification. 3 other certified managers not present.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked shrimp- walk in cooler and salad area. Bisque soup-walk in cooler Cooked pasta-walk in cooler.
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup no handle used for portioning in dry rice container. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. One drink on front line and one drink in back prep area.
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Coconuts on floor and two boxes of food on floor in downstairs walk in cooler and freezer.
08B-38-4
41
May 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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/. Equipment does not match approved plans for terrace bar. Equipment has been moved. - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-06: Verified application for remodel plans submitted on 5/1/2025. No plans submitted and no menu attached. Missing combo hand sink dump,second hand sink not in correct area, dishwasher movedItems not in location according to plans **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Some employees. - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-06: Three people engage in food activities with no hair restraint. **Time Extended**
13-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of pink mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-06: Soiled interior. **Admin Complaint**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-06: **Time Extended**
16-21-4
78
Mar 5, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked sausage links 110f, cooked turkey links 107f,
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chafing fuel stored above clean silverware.
41-10-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands.
12A-13-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. 7 tags observed not dated.
01C-03-4
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/. Equipment does not match approved plans for terrace bar. Equipment has been moved.
51-16-7
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Accumulation of pink mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Some employees.
13-03-4
39
Dec 13, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Pico made on 12/6/2024, discarded.
02C-01-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Pico made on 12/6/2024, discarded.
01B-13-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
70
Jul 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
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 2024-07-26: **Time Extended**
16-62-1
90
Jul 23, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
26
Mar 4, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Hiatus last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Hiatus on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Hiatus?
Across the inspection record, “employee with no hair restraint while engaging” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Hiatus.
How does The Hiatus compare to other restaurants in Clearwater?
The Hiatus most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Clearwater average of 79.
Has The Hiatus' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Hiatus have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Hiatus 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 The Hiatus inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Hiatus is inspected around five times per year on average.
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