The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club - Elliott Aster & Veranda Bar

501 Fifth Ave Ne, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

American

Last inspected: Apr 29, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club - Elliott Aster & Veranda Bar has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 29, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club - Elliott Aster & Veranda Bar's latest score of 58 falls below the St. Petersburg average of 77. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 29, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Discussed with chef on duty. Liners removed. **Corrected On-Site**

14-86-1

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing at hand handsink in bar area. Paper towels stocked. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Discussed with chef on duty.

01C-03-4

Intermediate - Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Ran machine multiple rounds and the high temp store recorded was 155F. Discussed using the other high temp machine while the other one is getting serviced.

22-56-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine interiors soiled with black and pink substance. Maintenance employee came down and clean and sanitizer the area. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

22-20-5

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting boards on cook line. **Repeat Violation**

14-09-4

Feb 4, 2026

Complaint Full

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. Soiled with black and pink mold like substance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-04: **Time Extended**

22-20-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards on cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-04: **Time Extended**

14-09-4

Nov 25, 2025

Complaint Full

2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Menu contains an item made with a raw/undercooked animal food as an ingredient and description of item does not inform consumer of raw/undercooked animal food ingredient. Astrick missing on Beef Tartare and Kanpachi Crudo. **Warning**

02B-04-5

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing at hand sink in bar area. Paper towels stocked. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31B-02-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing at hand sink at entry way to kitchen near dish machine area. Missing at hand sink in bar area. Hand signs posted at both hand sinks. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31B-04-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Soiled with black and pink mold like substance. **Warning**

22-20-5

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards on cook line. **Warning**

14-09-4

Jun 16, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Mar 24, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Feb 21, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use

FL-06

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Jul 7, 2022

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club - Elliott Aster & Veranda Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club - Elliott Aster & Veranda Bar on file is from Apr 29, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club - Elliott Aster & Veranda Bar?

Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club - Elliott Aster & Veranda Bar.

How does The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club - Elliott Aster & Veranda Bar compare to other restaurants in St. Petersburg?

The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club - Elliott Aster & Veranda Bar most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the St. Petersburg average of 77.

Has The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club - Elliott Aster & Veranda Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club - Elliott Aster & Veranda Bar have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club - Elliott Aster & Veranda Bar means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club - Elliott Aster & Veranda Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club - Elliott Aster & Veranda Bar is inspected around two times per year on average.

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