Clearwater, Pinellas County

EGG HAVEN CAFE

1185 N HERCULES AVE, Clearwater, FL 33765

FoodSeating
Latest violations
4
4 Basic
Sep 12, 2025
City
Clearwater
County
Pinellas
Status
Ownership Changed
Inspections
9

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Sep 12, 2025

Routine - Food

Emergency Order Callback Complied

Basic: 4Total: 4

51-11-4

Detail 24031244

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured in back storage area by soda lines. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: Time Extended

36-36-4

Detail 24031245

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing in dry storage area over ice machine as well as over walk in cooling units Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: Time Extended

50-09-4

Detail 24031243

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: Time Extended

33-11-4

Detail 24031246

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: Time Extended

Sep 11, 2025

Routine - Food

Emergency order recommended

High Priority: 7Intermediate: 2Basic: 13Total: 22

35A-02-7

Detail 24026744

High Priority - Live, small flying insects found 1 live flying insect on wall between prep table and warewashing area. Operator killed bug. Corrected On-Site Warning

08A-08-5

Detail 24026754

High Priority - Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Raw beef being stored in same container as fully cooked deli meats in walk in cooler. Operator separated items and stored properly. Corrected On-Site Warning

35A-05-4

Detail 24026745

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on office door. 2 live roaches in reach in cooler gasket. 1 live roach in wrap container on cook line. 5 live roaches inside aluminum foil container 2 live roaches on prep table 2 live roaches in cling wrap 1 live roach on dish cart wheel in dish wash area. 1 live roach on floor under hand wash sink on cook line. Warning

35A-23-4

Detail 24026757

High Priority - Roach excrement and/or droppings present. 2 Roach egg sacs under bread rack on cook line. 1 roach egg sack in reach in cooler gasket in expo line 1 ouch egg sack in aluminum foil dispenser box in kitchen. Warning

01B-02-5

Detail 24026741

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Pancake batter (64F - Cold Holding) held in cooler overnight , no temps taken by operator. Butter packets (74F- Cold Holding) on table in dining room. Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 24026742

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. pancake batter (64F - Cold Holding) Butter packets (74F- Cold Holding) feta cheese (50F - Cold Holding); Warning

03B-01-6

Detail 24026748

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked sausages (110F - Hot Holding) Had been cooked within the past hour, operator reheated to 165 and hot held. Corrected On-Site Warning

31A-11-4

Detail 24026746

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink on cook line-Glove resting on side of hand wash sink, sanitizer bucket sitting in hand wash sink, staff using sink to fill bucket. Hand wash sink at wait station- wiping cloths and sponges being stored on hand wash sink. Operator removed items. Corrected On-Site Warning

05-08-4

Detail 24026752

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Warning

25-25-4

Detail 24026755

Basic - Box containing roll/sheets of aluminum foil/plastic wrap/had live roaches inside. Operator discarded. Corrected On-Site Warning

51-11-4

Detail 24026740

Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured in back storage area by soda lines. Warning

36-36-4

Detail 24026760

Basic - Ceiling tile missing in dry storage area over ice machine as well as over walk in cooling units Warning

24-05-4

Detail 24026747

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket not inverted. Operator inverted. Corrected On-Site Warning

50-09-4

Detail 24026759

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning

35A-03-4

Detail 24026761

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 15 dead roaches in office 3 dead roaches on expo window under receipt machines 1 dead roach under bread tray at end of cook line. 4 dead roaches behind cooking equipment in kitchen. 1 dead roach on prep table table shelf in kitchen Warning

12B-07-4

Detail 24026756

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottles next to plates on expo lines. Operator moved to nonfood area. Corrected On-Site Warning

08B-36-4

Detail 24026751

Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash. Food in walk in freezer being dripped onto by dripping condensation icicles. Operator moved food out of dripping area. Corrected On-Site Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 24026758

Basic - Food stored on floor. Raw ground beef being stored in container on walk in cooler floor. Operator moved from ground to proper storage level. Corrected On-Site Warning

14-69-4

Detail 24026743

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer along walls, floor accumulating on top of food and boxes, and inside door inhibiting door from sealing closed. Operator removed ice buildup. Corrected On-Site Warning

33-11-4

Detail 24026749

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Warning

08B-17-4

Detail 24026753

Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed produce stored above ready to eat peppers and sauces in reach in cooler on cook line. Operator moved items to properly store. Corrected On-Site Warning

21-03-4

Detail 24026750

Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Operator dumped and refilled with bleach and water. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

Mar 26, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 4

01B-13-4

Detail 23658831

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Salmon thawed in ROP package . Manager discarded salmon Corrective Action Taken

16-37-1

Detail 23658834

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths for chlorine. Reviewed with manager

06-09-1

Detail 23658833

Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Reviewed with manager . Manager discarded salmon in packages Corrective Action Taken

21-03-4

Detail 23658832

Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Reviewed with manager . Solution changed . Recheck 100 ppm chlorine Corrected On-Site

Mar 4, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 5

50-08-7

Detail 23603605

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Reviewed with manager Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-04: Admin Complaint

51-16-7

Detail 23603603

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Plans submitted and approved - not accurate to kitchen . Hand wash sink removed in dishwashing area , ceiling tiles not smooth and easily cleanable above ice machine and Floors not maintained smooth and durable in dishwashing area and in front of walk in cooler . Reviewed with manager Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-04: Admin Complaint

36-02-5

Detail 23603601

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - - Unsealed concrete floor in ware washing area - Floors not maintained smooth and durable in front of walk in cooler . Reviewed with manager Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-04: Admin Complaint

36-37-5

Detail 23603602

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation - food storage above ice machine . Reviewed with manager Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-04: Ceiling tile on order per manager Admin Complaint

36-11-4

Detail 23603604

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable in dishwashing area and in front of walk in cooler . Reviewed with manager Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-04: Admin Complaint

Feb 20, 2025

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 4Basic: 9Total: 14

50-08-7

Detail 23572305

High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Reviewed with manager Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

11-27-4

Detail 23572308

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. Reviewed with manager Warning

31A-04-4

Detail 23572311

Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from dishwashing area as required on plans . Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Reviewed with manager Repeat Violation Warning

31A-11-4

Detail 23572312

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cup inside hand wash sink at front line area . Reviewed with manager hand wash sinks are for washing hands only . Warning

51-16-7

Detail 23572307

Intermediate - Plans submitted and approved - not accurate to kitchen . Hand wash sink removed in dishwashing area , ceiling tiles not smooth and easily cleanable above ice machine and Floors not maintained smooth and durable in dishwashing area and in front of walk in cooler . Reviewed with manager Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

36-02-5

Detail 23572309

Basic - - Unsealed concrete floor in ware washing area - Floors not maintained smooth and durable in front of walk in cooler . Reviewed with manager Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

36-37-5

Detail 23572314

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation - food storage above ice machine . Reviewed with manager Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

21-05-5

Detail 23572306

Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface ( bacon) in walk in cooler . Reviewed with manager Corrected On-Site

36-11-4

Detail 23572302

Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable in dishwashing area and in front of walk in cooler . Reviewed with manager Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

08B-38-4

Detail 23572313

Basic - Food ( boxes of produce , ground beef ) stored on floor in walk in cooler . Reviewed with manager Warning

51-13-4

Detail 23572315

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Warning

40-01-4

Detail 23572304

Basic - No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Reviewed with manager Warning

22-16-4

Detail 23572303

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues at cook line opposite flat grill . Reviewed with manager Warning

08B-12-5

Detail 23572310

Basic - Stored food (containers of cut and peeled potatoes) not covered in walk in cooler . Reviewed with manager Corrected On-Site

Feb 8, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 4Total: 7

50-08-7

Detail 22626584

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-08: Admin Complaint

11-27-4

Detail 22626587

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-08: Time Extended

51-16-7

Detail 22626589

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Hand wash sink not installed in the dishwashing area as noted on approved plan Ceiling tiles not smooth and easily cleanable in kitchen , dishwashing and food storage areas as noted on approved plans - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-08: Plans were submitted and approved however ceiling tiles and floor are not smooth and easily cleanable as required Admin Complaint

36-37-5

Detail 22626586

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-08: Ceiling tiles not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Smooth Ceiling tiles installed in front expo and cook line areas Admin Complaint

29-18-4

Detail 22626585

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Drain cover(s) missing at mop sink - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-08: Time Extended

36-11-4

Detail 22626590

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable at cook line - crevices between tiles and unsealed cement in dish washing area - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-08: Admin Complaint

51-13-4

Detail 22626588

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-08: Time Extended

Jan 22, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 5Intermediate: 7Basic: 8Total: 20

50-08-7

Detail 22579613

High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

12A-09-4

Detail 22579614

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after touching clothing then engaging in food prep - reviewed proper glove change and hand washing with employee and manager - employee changed gloves , washed hands and then put new gloves on Corrective Action Taken

01B-02-5

Detail 22579626

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked onions in reach in cooler left on counter at 71 F no temperatures taken this day - employee discarded onions Corrective Action Taken

03A-02-5

Detail 22579618

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked onions in reach in cooler left on counter per cook at 71 F -no temperatures taken this day - employee discarded onions Corrective Action Taken

41-10-4

Detail 22579611

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored - spray bottle of cleaner hanging next to can opener near cook line hand wash sink employee relocated spray bottles Corrected On-Site

11-27-4

Detail 22579612

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.

31A-09-4

Detail 22579624

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Trash can in front of hand wash sink at expo line - discussed with manager - manager relocated trash can Corrected On-Site

31A-04-4

Detail 22579627

Intermediate - Handwash sink not installed as on approved plans in dishwashing area . Must be reinstalled in the same location as designated on approved plans

51-16-7

Detail 22579621

Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Hand wash sink not installed in the dishwashing area as noted on approved plan Ceiling tiles not smooth and easily cleanable in kitchen , dishwashing and food storage areas as noted on approved plans

11-26-1

Detail 22579609

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.

05-10-4

Detail 22579608

Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Discussed with manager and cooks

41-17-4

Detail 22579615

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled on shelf next to cook line hand wash sink employee labeled spray bottles Corrected On-Site

51-11-4

Detail 22579620

Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured in storage area near ice machine

36-37-5

Detail 22579610

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.

24-05-4

Detail 22579623

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket not inverted at ice machine

29-18-4

Detail 22579616

Basic - Drain cover(s) missing at mop sink

36-11-4

Detail 22579619

Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable at cook line - crevices between tiles and unsealed cement in dish washing area

51-13-4

Detail 22579625

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

31B-04-4

Detail 22579617

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in front expo line

21-03-4

Detail 22579622

Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together on cook line table . Reviewed with employee - employee changed solution recheck 100 ppm chlorine Corrected On-Site

Dec 5, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 3Total: 6

50-08-7

Detail 22484324

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-05: Admin Complaint

02B-01-5

Detail 22484322

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. - poached eggs on menu not identified - operator to update menu prior to opening - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-05: No asterisk on the consumer advisory to go with menu items ( poached eggs - eggs Benedict ) with asterisk next to them Admin Complaint

51-16-7

Detail 22484325

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. - removed a triple sink in food prep area and food prep tables replaced with shelves ( triple sink in dishwashing area ) , wall installed at cook line separating expo - beverage station area , added cooler and hand wash sink at beverage station , added orange juice machine in beverage station area , added service window , added espresso machine - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-05: Deficiency letter dated 11/02/23 mailed to operator . Per PR Cindy no reply has been given. Admin Complaint

36-37-5

Detail 22484323

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, and ware washing areas. Acoustic tiles in these areas - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-05: acoustic tiles in storage area above ice machine , soda boxes , in food. storage area , dishwashing area, cook line area and soda station areas Admin Complaint

36-32-5

Detail 22484321

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair above mop sink , near electrical boxes at back door area , at cook line area near return air vent , - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-05: Damaged tile in area above and near near ice machine Admin Complaint

29-18-4

Detail 22484320

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Drain cover(s) missing at mop-sink- per operator , cover is on order - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-05: Admin Complaint

Oct 4, 2023

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 6Total: 9

50-08-7

Detail 22338567

High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/

02B-01-5

Detail 22338564

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. - poached eggs on menu not identified - operator to update menu prior to opening

51-16-7

Detail 22338569

Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. - removed a triple sink in food prep area and food prep tables replaced with shelves ( triple sink in dishwashing area ) , wall installed at cook line separating expo - beverage station area , added cooler and hand wash sink at beverage station , added orange juice machine in beverage station area , added service window , added espresso machine

36-02-5

Detail 22338572

Basic - -Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage , ware washing area and walk in cooler -Floors not maintained smooth and durable.- gap in floor at floor piping under triple sink

32-04-4

Detail 22338570

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.

36-37-5

Detail 22338571

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, and ware washing areas. Acoustic tiles in these areas

36-32-5

Detail 22338565

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair above mop sink , near electrical boxes at back door area , at cook line area near return air vent ,

32-12-5

Detail 22338568

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

29-18-4

Detail 22338566

Basic - Drain cover(s) missing at mop-sink- per operator , cover is on order