REFINED ROOTS
Health inspection records show REFINED ROOTS in TARPON SPRINGS has 5 inspections with a food safety rating of 3.0/5. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.
Last inspection: 1 weeks ago · 5 reports on file
121 E TARPON AVE
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★★☆☆ (3.0/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
4/9/2026· 1w ago
Visit ID: 13596527
Met Inspection Standards1 high, 2 int
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.min drop in cooler on cook line, removed from refrigeration 45 minutes ago, held on ice, ice has melted - cooked sweet potatoes (60F - Cold Holding); cooked black bean (57F - Cold Holding); cooked corn (51F - Cold Holding) moved to freezer- recheck- sweet potatoes 43F, corn 41F, black beans 42F. Corrected On-Site
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards at lift top coolers on cook line stained and grooved .
- 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. 3 employees have been employed less than 60 days. Inspector provided forms and all employees read and signed. . Corrected On-Site
12/15/2025· 4mo ago
Visit ID: 10942708
Met Inspection Standards2 basic
5/13/2025· 11mo ago
Visit ID: 10795994
Follow-up Inspection Required1 high, 2 int, 2 basic
- 06-09-1:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - 9 Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw salmon bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Located in sliding door cooler on cooks line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-13: 2 pieces of salmon in original packaging thawed in walk in cooler, package states removed from packaging before thawing Admin Complaint
- 16-21-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-13: **Time Extended**
- 01B-13-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 9 Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw salmon bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Located in sliding door cooler on cooks line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-13: 2 pieces of salmon in original packaging thawed in walk in cooler, package states removed from packaging before thawing **Time Extended**
- 53B-01-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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 and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-13: Justin and Jessica have been here over 60 days with no employee food training certification, all other employees have completed manager training and have their certification **Time Extended**
- 16-53-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Wash solution in spray-type chemical warewasher less than 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Max temp 111.2f. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-13: **Time Extended**
3/10/2025· 1y 1mo ago
Visit ID: 10720294
Follow-up Inspection Required3 high, 6 int, 2 basic
- 06-09-1:Basic - 9 Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw salmon bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Located in sliding door cooler on cooks line. Warning
- 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Warning
- 01B-01-4:High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 6lb can of garbanzo beans and 3lb can of ripe olives are dented at seams on dry-storage shelf in kitchen. Warning
- 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 9 Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw salmon bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Located in sliding door cooler on cooks line. Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. From table on cooks line at 2:38pm. Operator placed items in ice bath. Rechecked at 3:02pm a. cooked corn (64F - Cold Holding); 55f b. cooked broccoli (58F - Cold Holding); 46f c. cooked beans (54F - Cold Holding) 43f **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in reach-in coolers on cooks line are soiled with food buildup between cracks. Warning
- 02B-01-5:Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Cold smoked salmon not identified on menu as being served raw-undercooked. Warning
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Warning
- 53B-01-5:Intermediate - 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 and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle in rear bar area containing all purpose cleaner not labeled. Operator spray bottle all purpose cleaner. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 16-53-4:Intermediate - Wash solution in spray-type chemical warewasher less than 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Max temp 111.2f. Warning
11/14/2024· 1y 5mo ago
Visit ID: 10704976
Met Inspection Standards- N/A:No Violations Were Observed