Rose's Coffee Bar & Lobby Bar
1234 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33705 · Permanent Food Service · License 6218642
What drove the grade
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Sep 1 routine inspection1 high priority (fixed on the spot), 4 intermediate (1 fixed on the spot, 1 repeat), 7 basic-22
- Complaint after follow-up on Nov 2Counts in full until a follow-up finds the problems fixed-20
- Safety score58
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 3 visitsRoutine inspection
- 2nd follow-up visitNov 2, 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.
2 violations still not corrected:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat was still cited
Intermediate1
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees.
No employee training for all employees.
Administrative complaint
Basic1
Code 29, Plumbing and backflow prevention: Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Standing water still present in reach-in cooler.
More time given
- 1st follow-up visitSep 10, 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.
5 violations still not corrected:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat was still cited
Intermediate2
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No paper towels present at handwashing sink in bar area.
More time given
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees.
Operator informed inspector that the books have been ordered and training will be done in house.
More time given
Basic3
Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation.
Gasket has not been replaced.
More time given
Code 29, Plumbing and backflow prevention: Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Reach-in coolerA still has presence of standing water.
More time given
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
No handwashing signs have been posted since last inspection. Inspector will provide physical handwashing signs to operator.
More time given
- First visitSep 1, 2026 Warning issued
Problems were found that had to be fixed. The inspector will come back to check.
12 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
High priority1
Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Dishmachine not sanitizing properly.
Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. All dish machines used for ware washing have no sanitizer when tested for ppm amounts. Operator will utilize three compartment sinkA and has made efforts to contact eco-lab.
Fixed on the spot
Intermediate4
Code 16, Dishwashing facilities and test kits: Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.
No chemical test kit in kitchen area for proper testing of dish machines throughout the day.
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No paper towels available at hand sink in bar area. Employee restocked paper towels on site.
Fixed on the spot
No soap provided at handwash sink.
No soap at handwashing sink in bar area.
Repeat violation
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. Hotel hr manager has been made aware of the situation and has ordered for all certifications to be completed by next week.
Basic7
Code 10, In-use utensils properly stored: Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Ice scoop handle touching ice in ice machine in coffee area. Employee removed handle when informed of the issue.
Fixed on the spot
Code 12, Handwashing and hygienic practices: Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
Employee drink in reach in cooler in main kitchen storage area closest to the three compartment sink.
Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation.
Gasket torn in reach-in coolerA in main kitchen closest to ice machines.
Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Build up of food and grease in top oven in main kitchen area.
Code 29, Plumbing and backflow prevention: Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Bottom shelf of reach in cooler has standing water in food prep area closest to the three compartment sink.A
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
No handwashing sign in coffee bar area. No handwashing sign for hand wash sink in main bar area. No handwashing signs in bathrooms located closest to main conference room. Signs have been provided by inspector along with a new education packet.
Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
Standing water on floor in food prep area closest to dish machine.
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.