Shiso Crispy
1431 Central Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33705 · Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicle · License 6252706
What drove the grade
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Sep 1 routine inspection3 intermediate (fixed on the spot), 16 basic (1 repeat); basic violations cost 12 at most-18
- Safety score82
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 1 visitRoutine inspection
- First visitSep 1, 2026 No follow-up needed
Met the state's inspection standards; the inspector didn't need to come back. Any violations cited still count toward the grade.
19 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
Intermediate3
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
Hand wash sink was being used to hold bags of frozen chicken. Employee removed chicken and returned it to the freezer clearing the hand wash sink for use.
Fixed on the spot
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Employee was informed of the importance of paper towels being kept near the hand wash sink and restocked the supply of paper towels on site.
Fixed on the spot
Code 41, Chemicals and toxic substances: Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment.
Insect repellent held over prep area nearest to the order window. Employee was informed of proper placement for repellent and removed the bottle on site.
Fixed on the spot
Basic16
Code 02, Labeling, date marking and consumer advisory: Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
Container of unknown white substance near the order window lacked proper labeling.
Fixed on the spot
Code 10, In-use utensils properly stored: In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment.
In use rice scoop stored on top of rice cooker. Employee removed and cleaned utensil on site.
Fixed on the spot
Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
Bowl used to scoop sugar left in container for dispensing purposes. Employee removed and discarded bowl on site.
Fixed on the spot
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Large amount of ice buildup in freezer outside of food truck in food storage area.
Repeat violation
Code 16, Dishwashing facilities and test kits: Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Employee was informed and removed old labels on site.
Fixed on the spot
Code 21, Wiping cloths and linens: Wiping cloth used for food spills also used for other purposes.
Wiping cloths seen on ground under fryer area used to soak up grease from the fryer.
Fixed on the spot
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
Sanitizer bucket stored on floor near order window. Employee was informed of proper placement and placed another unused bucket under the in use one.
Fixed on the spot
Code 23, Non-food contact surfaces clean: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
Hood system had buildup of grease. Hood drip catch had large amount of grease buildup inside.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Buildup of debris on inside of food handles along cooking line.
Code 33, Garbage and refuse: Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels.
Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting.
Rubber matting on floor has multiple tears and is in disrepair along the cook line.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Large buildup of grease and dust on ceiling vent over food prep areas.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Floor underneath flat flat top and fryer had a build up of debris and grease.
Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Tank outside of truck not properly secured.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
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
- Nonfood-contact surface
- Surfaces food doesn’t touch, such as the outsides of equipment, handles and door gaskets.