Asian Pearl
301 S Belcher Rd, Clearwater, FL 33765 · Permanent Food Service · License 6218411
What drove the grade
Raw animal food ( raw pooled eggs ) stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food( sauces ) in reach in cooler .
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Aug 18 routine inspection2 high priority, 8 intermediate (3 fixed on the spot), 11 basic; intermediate violations cost 18 at most-41
- Complaint after follow-up on Nov 4Counts in full until a follow-up finds the problems fixed-20
- Safety score39
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 3 visitsRoutine inspection
- 2nd follow-up visitNov 4, 2026 Complaint after follow-up
Problems from the first visit still weren't fixed, so the inspector recommended formal action by the state, which can include fines.
5 violations still not corrected:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat was still cited
Intermediate1
Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress.
Plans are not accurate- prep area in same room as dish washing area not on plans with food storage areas and food prep table in the center of the area All floors, walls ( food prep area ,cook line area) , cove base, and ceilings in all food preparation, food storage, and warewashing areas are not smooth, non-porous, durable, and easily cleanable..
Basic4
Code 23, Non-food contact surfaces clean: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
Soiled walk in cooler shelves
Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Floors not maintained smooth and durable in food prep room in dishwashing area ..
Ceiling tile missing in food prep area in dish washing room
Missing tiles in food prep area near garage door
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation above microwave, above reach in coolers and beverage dispenser and ice bin at beverage station near service window from cook line .
- 1st follow-up visitAug 27, 2026 Extension granted
Some problems still weren't fixed, but the owner was working on them, so the inspector allowed more time and will come back again.
6 violations still not corrected:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat was still cited
Intermediate1
Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress.
More time given
Basic5
Code 23, Non-food contact surfaces clean: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
More time given
Code 35, Insects, rodents, pests and animals: Exterior garage type door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside in the food prep area in dish washing room
More time given
Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Floors not maintained smooth and durable in food prep room in dishwashing area ..
More time given
Ceiling tile missing in food prep area in dish washing room
More time given
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation above microwave, above reach in coolers and beverage dispenser and ice bin at beverage station near service window from cook line .
More time given
- First visitAug 18, 2026 Warning issued
Problems were found that had to be fixed. The inspector will come back to check.
21 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
High priority2
Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Raw animal food ( raw pooled eggs ) stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food( sauces ) in reach in cooler .
Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.(dumplings) in freezer chest opposite ice machine
Intermediate8
Code 11, Employee health: No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Code 12, Handwashing and hygienic practices: Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink ( mop sink ) at cook line .
Reviewed with manager .
Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
- heavily soiled can opener blade on prep table. Manager moved to dish washing for cleaning
Fixed on the spot
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink removed from food preparation/ cook line that was opposite grill .Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen .
Manager placed paper towels in dispenser
Fixed on the spot
No soap provided at handwash sink in dish washing area .
Manager placed soap at hand wash sink . Reviewed with manager hand washing sinks must be stocked at all times
Fixed on the spot
Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: 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/. Bar area replaced with food prep area and dishwashing area with dish machine, triple sink and hand wash sink Triple sink and hand wash sink removed from cook line area . Microwave added to beverage station . Bar area removed and replaced with dining room tables and chairs . Garage door in new food prep area in dishwashing room to be removed and a wall installed and door will be added to go to a new walk in freezer
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: 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 & Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Shiling and Lin working over 60 days,
Basic11
Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Stored ( raw ducks, container of sauce , container of pooled eggs) food not covered in walk in cooler .
Food( bottles of water ) stored on floor at beverage station .
Code 12, Handwashing and hygienic practices: Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers at cook line .
Employee relocated drinks
Fixed on the spot
Code 21, Wiping cloths and linens: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses at service counter .
Code 23, Non-food contact surfaces clean: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
- soiled shelves in walk in cooler
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in dishwashing area .
Manager posted hand wash sign
Fixed on the spot
Code 35, Insects, rodents, pests and animals: Exterior garage type door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside in the food prep area in dish washing room
Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Floors not maintained smooth and durable in food prep room in dishwashing area ..
Ceiling tile missing in food prep area in dish washing room
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation above microwave, above reach in coolers and beverage dispenser and ice bin at beverage station near service window from cook line .
Code 50, Current license displayed: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Reading this report
Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.
Terms in the inspectors’ reports
- Ready-to-eat food
- Food eaten without further cooking, such as salads, sandwiches, deli meats and cooked dishes.
- Food-contact surface
- Anything food touches, such as cutting boards, utensils, counters and the inside of ice machines.
- Nonfood-contact surface
- Surfaces food doesn’t touch, such as the outsides of equipment, handles and door gaskets.