TASTE OF THE ISLANDS
TASTE OF THE ISLANDS has 3 health inspections on file for its PALM BAY location, with an overall rating of 3.2/5. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.
2231 34th Street South
Saint Petersburg, Florida, 33711
Boca Ciega Townhomes
Pinellas County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★★☆☆ (3.2/5)
Based on 3 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
Inspection Date: 11/6/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 10882995
- 35A-03-4:Basic - 15 Dead roaches on premises.
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
- 36-51-4:Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Vent at the front counter hanging down.
- 29-18-4:Basic - Drain cover(s) missing.
- 33-14-4:Basic - Dumpster overflowing garbage. Shared dumpster
- 36-62-4:Basic - Light not functioning in the hood.
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink on the front
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
- 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Pizza boxes on the floor
- 33-31-5:Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Old reach in cooler.
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour in the kitchen and sugar at the front counter.
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork over sauces in the reach in cooler. Raw eggs over tortillas. Corrected On-Site
- 02C-01-5:High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked chicken wings 10-5 found 11-6
- 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Chicken dated 10-5 found 11-6
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Fresh garlic in oil overnight 77F
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Fresh garlic in oil left out at room temperature. 78F
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Container containing toxic substance not labeled. Corrected On-Site
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.
- 53B-14-5:Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Samuel
Inspection Date: 3/24/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 10798915
- N/A:No Violations Were Observed
Inspection Date: 3/13/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 10793251
- 22-41-4:High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Warning