The Deck Bar & Grille

5901 Sun Blvd, #100, St. Petersburg, FL 33715 · Permanent Food Service · License 6215288

C
Grade C
Safety score 74 of 100
Latest visit: Oct 14, 2026 (3 weeks ago)

What drove the grade

Dented/rusted cans present.High priority · no follow-up needed · 24 other violations

How the score was calculated

  • Starting score100
  • Violations at the Oct 14 routine inspection
    2 high priority (1 no follow-up needed, 1 fixed on the spot), 3 intermediate (fixed on the spot, 2 repeats), 20 basic (4 repeats); basic violations cost 12 at most
    -26
  • Safety score74

Our own summary of the public record, not an official state rating. How grades work · Report an error

Inspection history

1 inspection · 1 visit

Routine inspection

25 violations found
  1. First visitOct 14, 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.

    25 violations found:

    • 2 High priority
    • 3 Intermediate
    • 20 Basic
    What the inspector cited

    High priority2

    • Code 01, Approved source; food safe and unadulterated: Dented/rusted cans present.

      See stop sale. Multiple dented cans found in dry storage area. Cans have been segregated from other foods by employee. (4) #10 Cans beans dented (1) #10 Can sauerkraut dented (1) #10 Can queso dented

    • Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.

      Raw pork held above raw haddock on speed rack in walk-in cooler. Employee moved pork to lower shelf.

      Fixed on the spot

    Intermediate3

    • Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.

      Ice bucket seen hanging off handwashing sink. Employee removed bucket from sink.

      Fixed on the spotRepeat violation

      No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.

      No paper towels seen at handwashing sink next to dishwasher. Employee replaced paper towels at handwashing sink.

      Fixed on the spotRepeat violation

    • Code 41, Chemicals and toxic substances: Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.

      Bottle of unknown liquid (Bleach Cleaner) not properly labeled. Employee labeled bottle.

      Fixed on the spot

    Basic20

    • Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Food stored on floor.

      Cases of beer bottles seen on floor of walk-in cooler.

    • Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.

      Ripped foil seen used as shelf cover on main cook line on top of reach-in freezer.

    • Code 16, Dishwashing facilities and test kits: Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine.

      Gauge on dish machine does not properly read temperature.

    • Code 21, Wiping cloths and linens: Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.

      Soiled dry wiping cloth seen in use multiple times throughout kitchen. Dry wiping cloths were discarded by employee.

    • Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.

      Interior of oven in main kitchen has buildup of burnt food debris on bottom shelf.

      Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

      Buildup of black mold like substance in both ice machines in main bar area.

      Repeat violation

    • Code 23, Non-food contact surfaces clean: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.

      Hood vents above main cook line have excessive buildup of grease and debris. Buildup of mold like substance on back wall of soda dispenser near the main order window.

      Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.

      Buildup of grease on handles throughout kitchen.

    • Code 24, Clean equipment storage and air drying: Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.

      Wet nesting on clean dishes on shelf in dishwashing area.

    • Code 29, Plumbing and backflow prevention: Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle.

      Handwashing sink in main bar area has leak coming from u-joint.

      Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.

      Standing water in both reach-in coolers along main cook line. Standing water in beer reach-in cooler in main bar area.

    • Code 35, Insects, rodents, pests and animals: Dead roaches on premises.

      (5) Dead roaches found on premise. (1) Dead roach found on floor next to back prep sink. (1) Dead roach found on ground near dart boards in dining area. (3) Dead roaches found on ground in dining area near canopy storage. Discussed finds with supervisor Lisa Day Walker. Discussed proper vermin control with operator. Employee removed dead and cleaned and sanitized the area where roaches were found.

      Fixed on the spotRepeat violation

    • Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Hole in or other damage to wall.

      Hole in wall next to order window.

      Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.

      Wall behind main cook line had excessive build up of grease and food debris along entire back wall.

      Repeat violation

      Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.

      Part of ceiling missing over top of handwashing sink near main cook line. Ceiling tile leading to attic does not fully seal shut.

      Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.

      Floor behind main cook line has excessive buildup of grease and food debris along entire back wall.

      Repeat violation

    • Code 38, Lighting: Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.

      Lights above main cook line lack proper shielding.

    • Code 40, Employee personal belongings: Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.

      Phone stored on meat slicer on prep table in main kitchen. Employee removed phone and sanitized area. Employee back pack held on bottom shelf of prep table. Employee moved bag to proper storage area and sanitized area.

      Fixed on the spot

    • Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

      Inspector provided choking poster to operator.

      Fixed on the spot

      No copy of latest inspection report available.

    Official report, on the Florida DBPR website

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.
Stop sale
An order that the food can’t be sold or served.
Wet nesting
Stacking dishes or containers before they have dried, which traps moisture where germs can grow.

Most cited

Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation4
Food protection and cross-contamination2
Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized2
Non-food contact surfaces clean2
Plumbing and backflow prevention2
Handwash sinks and supplies2
Other sanitary and safe operation2
Approved source; food safe and unadulterated1