ROOT & CLAY RESTAURANT AND SOCIAL CLUB

ROOT & CLAY RESTAURANT AND SOCIAL CLUB located in ST. PETERSBURG has undergone 6 health department inspections, achieving a 2.8/5 overall safety rating. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

Last inspection: 1 weeks ago · 6 reports on file

170 47 AVE NE

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★½☆☆ (2.8/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

4/9/2026· 1w ago

Visit ID: 13543774

Follow-up Inspection Required

3 high, 1 int, 3 basic

  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs were relocated. Warning
  • 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Cooked potato's not covered after cooling Warning
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Shrimp observed thawing in standing water. Running water was turned on to continue thawing. Warning
  • 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. Dish machine tested at 0 ppm. Operator attempted to prime the unit however it continued to test at 0. Discussed with operator to set up three compartment sink and cease using machine for ware washing until unit can be repaired. Warning
  • 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw chicken (61F - Cold Holding); raw fish (61F - Cold Holding); burger (161F - Cooking) Items were placed into low boy reach-in coolers the previous evening. Warning
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw chicken (61F - Cold Holding); raw fish (61F - Cold Holding); burger (161F - Cooking) Items were placed into low boy reach-in coolers the previous evening. Warning
  • 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Cfm expired 2-23-2026 STEVE WYANDT Warning

10/8/2025· 6mo ago

Visit ID: 10941801

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 3 int, 3 basic

  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses. Operator removed tongs. Corrected On-Site
  • 38-01-4:Basic - Light shield shield missing in kitchen.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled gaskets on reach-in cooler doors on cooks line.
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. From reach-in cooler on cooks line. Operator placed item in reach-in freezer. Rechecked temp a. raw ground beef patty (47F - Cold Holding) 43f Corrected On-Site
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board soiled with food debris between cracks on cooks line.
  • 53B-13-5:Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Squeeze bottle in warewashing area containing purple soap not labeled. Operator labeled soap. Corrected On-Site

4/17/2025· 12mo ago

Visit ID: 10752714

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 2 basic

  • 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on reach-in cooler door handles.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled gaskets on reach-in cooler doors.
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. From reach-in cooler on cooks line a. sliced tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding)

3/18/2025· 1y ago

Visit ID: 10752301

Met Inspection Standards
  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

1/2/2025· 1y 3mo ago

Visit ID: 8776511

Follow-up Inspection Required

5 int

  • 11-27-4:Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided/emailed operator DBPR vomiting or diarrheal event form. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 53B-02-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof of employee training could be provided for Rosa and Jordan at the time of inspection. Warning
  • 11-26-1:Intermediate - 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. For Rosa employed since May 2024 engaging in food preparation during inspection. Provided/emailed operator DBPR Food Employee Reporting Agreement form. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 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. Warning
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Blue unlabeled spray bottle in bar area. Operator labeled as sanitizer. Corrected On-Site

3/4/2024· 2y 1mo ago

Visit ID: 8613248

Met Inspection Standards

2 int, 1 basic

  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign provided in men's and woman's restrooms.
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary test kit not observed.
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Labeled as vinegar water. Corrected On-Site