Williams Submarine Shop
Last inspected: Nov 17, 2025
74
Score
Inspectors have visited Williams Submarine Shop eight times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Nov 17, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “dented/rusted cans present”, which has been cited two times.
That's lower than the typical St. Petersburg restaurant, which scores around 77. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Outside of back door
29-34-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Glass cooler front
22-31-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Top shelf glass cooler. Employee food over top boiled eggs to be served to customers.
40-06-5
74
Apr 17, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Sliced olives 3lbs can dented. **Warning**
01B-01-4
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/. No plans on file. Prep area has no hand sink. **Warning**
51-16-7
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. 8 employees no employee training provided. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed peppers over feta cheese in reach-in. Manager stored items properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-17-4
67
Oct 30, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle next to hand sink in prep area not labeled. Employee labeled spray bottles chemicals. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
82
Jan 31, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. meatballs (129F - Hot Holding). Manager reheated meatballs to 165F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. White powdered substance in plastic container. Manager labeled container sugar. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards on cook line.
14-09-4
Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Stand up cooler in dining room area not secured
08B-63-4
74
Oct 5, 2023
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. In prep room over triple sink
38-07-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Cooked bacon being prepped on top of cardboard, staff replaced with clean cutting boards **Corrected On-Site**
14-05-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Porous acoustic tiles over prep area at front counter
36-37-5
Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. White reach in cooler in prep room
14-71-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Discussed proper order with staff
16-13-5
74
Mar 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
95
Sep 23, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Dented can present. See stop sale. 1 dented can of tomato purée found on dry storage shelf in back kitchen. Inspector informed operator and can was discarded by operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Prep cutting board at front counter soiled with food debris.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Multiple spray bottles with chemicals not properly labeled
41-17-4
Basic - Damaged can of food not properly segregated. Dented can of tomato purée not segregated on dry storage shelf with other food items. Operator segregated can and marked it for return. **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-20-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 7 dead roaches under front counter cabinet area, 5 in back area next to back door, 3 found in back area behind dry storage shelf Employees cleaned and sanitized all areas during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Male employee wearing hat but long hair not properly tied back. Inspector informed manager and told employee to properly restrain hair. **Corrected On-Site**
13-02-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -3 compartment sink in poor condition with taped interior of one of the compartments. Front rim of sink also taped. - taped handle of reach in cooler in front counter area -Double door Front counter Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface * **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Light shield for lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing end caps in back food prep area.
38-12-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walk heavily soiled in back prep area.
36-27-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers on shelf above slicer not properly air dried.
24-08-4
Basic - -Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in front Food prep area - repeat -Wall tiles missing in employee restroom.
36-17-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach in cooler handles soiled with food debris and grease.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling in dining area, front counter, and back kitchen area have ceiling tiles not easily cleanable.
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Counter tiles of 3 compartment sink broken and not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable.
36-52-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board in 3 compartment sink heavily scratched. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Williams Submarine Shop last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Williams Submarine Shop on file is from Nov 17, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Williams Submarine Shop?
Across the inspection record, “dented/rusted cans present” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Williams Submarine Shop.
How does Williams Submarine Shop compare to other restaurants in St. Petersburg?
Williams Submarine Shop most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the St. Petersburg average of 77.
Has Williams Submarine Shop's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Williams Submarine Shop have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Williams Submarine Shop 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 Williams Submarine Shop inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Williams Submarine Shop is inspected around three times per year on average.
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