Largo, Pinellas County

FRESCA VIDA

1757 CLEARWATER LARGO RD N,, Largo, FL 33756

FoodSeating
Latest violations
13
4 Intermediate
Mar 2, 2026
City
Largo
County
Pinellas
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
13

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.

Mar 2, 2026

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 4Basic: 9Total: 13

22-02-4

Detail 24406205

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine in back storage room has interior soiled with brown slime like substance.

31A-11-4

Detail 24406214

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Water purification system attached to handwash sink. Utensils stored in sink. Operator removed utensils. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

53A-05-6

Detail 24406209

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 5 employees working at time of inspection Repeat Violation

11-26-1

Detail 24406208

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. New hires Josefina and Satina hired just a few days ago. Emailed employee reporting agreement to operator and he began to have them fill it out during the inspection. Corrected On-Site

14-01-5

Detail 24406212

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowls with no handles used in storage bins of dry beans in dry storage. Operator removed bowls. Corrected On-Site

12B-07-4

Detail 24406206

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Uncovered employee beverages on prep table next to rice cookers and on shelf in smoothie area. Operator removed drinks. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

40-06-5

Detail 24406210

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on shelf with seasonings over in use prep table. Operator moved cell phone. Corrected On-Site

24-08-4

Detail 24406213

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Yellow plastic pans wet nesting on wire shelf next to 3 compartment sink. Operator separated pans. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

08B-38-4

Detail 24406203

Basic - Food stored on floor. 3 cases of coconut water stored on floor in back dry storage area. Operator put cases on milk crates. Corrected On-Site

10-07-4

Detail 24406204

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Knives and slicer in standing water at smoothie station. Operator removed from water. Corrected On-Site

33-31-5

Detail 24406215

Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Discarded appliance and pallets behind dumpster. Repeat Violation

42-01-4

Detail 24406207

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop sitting in bucket next to mop sink in back of kitchen next to ice machine. Operator hung to dry. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

21-12-4

Detail 24406211

Basic - Wet wiping cloth on front counter not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Operator removed cloth from counter. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Sep 25, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 3Basic: 13Total: 18

03A-02-5

Detail 24067600

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked chicken (58F - Cold Holding)ambient cooling 2:30 retemped at 3:58 pm 36F. Operator placed in freezer and returned to front line. Corrected On-Site

41-27-4

Detail 24067598

High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine sanitizer bucket 200 ppm. Employee corrected to 100ppm Corrected On-Site

31A-11-4

Detail 24067603

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Water purification system attached to hand wash sink.

53A-05-6

Detail 24067610

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 4 employees preparing food at time of inspection.

41-17-4

Detail 24067597

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing clear liquid not labeled near dry storage food items.

12B-07-4

Detail 24067611

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage near prep area. Operator relocated to area away from prep table.

24-08-4

Detail 24067602

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.

08B-47-4

Detail 24067599

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Single serve plastic bottled drinks on floor near register. Provided education to operator on proper storage.

14-69-4

Detail 24067601

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer next to smoothie station.

22-08-4

Detail 24067607

Basic - Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris on cookline.

51-18-6

Detail 24067608

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Repeat Violation

16-46-4

Detail 24067612

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning near dish storage next to triple sink

14-33-4

Detail 24067605

Basic - Reach-in cooler located in back storage area has shelves with rust that has pitted the surface

33-31-5

Detail 24067609

Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Old appliances behind dumpster.

29-11-4

Detail 24067596

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle under 3 compartment sink.

42-01-4

Detail 24067604

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop stored in bucket near mop sink.

21-12-4

Detail 24067613

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses near induction table on service line.

02D-01-5

Detail 24067606

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.

Apr 10, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Basic: 2Total: 3

41-18-4

Detail 23696828

High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Three-compartment sink chlorine sanitizer exceeding 200ppm. Operator drained and refilled sanitizer sink. Rechecked reading 50pom. Corrected On-Site

22-08-4

Detail 23696829

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave oven on top of prep table soiled with food debris.

51-18-6

Detail 23696827

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.

Dec 12, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 1Total: 1

36-32-5

Detail 23418801

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in storage room - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-12: Time Extended

Dec 10, 2024

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

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

35A-04-4

Detail 23411378

High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. -8 rodent droppings on floor under ice machine in storage room used for storage of dry food that include spices , protein powder , bags of seeds and oats . Person in charge removed droppings with broom and cleaned area . Corrective Action Taken Admin Complaint

31A-09-4

Detail 23411382

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Large trashcan in front of hand wash sink in front kitchen area . Reviewed with person in charge hand wash sinks must be accessible at all times. Trash can relocated Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

02B-01-5

Detail 23411380

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.- smoked salmon . Person in charge placed asterisks by smoked salmon food items and consumer advisory on the menu board Corrected On-Site

36-32-5

Detail 23411376

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in storage room

12B-07-4

Detail 23411379

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open bottle of water on prep table between press and microwave. Reviewed with person in charge . Repeat Violation

08B-49-4

Detail 23411381

Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public in double door cooler in storage room . Reviewed with person in charge

31B-04-4

Detail 23411377

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in front kitchen area Reviewed with person in charge Repeat Violation

Apr 12, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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

08A-05-6

Detail 22799716

High Priority - Raw animal food( shell eggs) stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food( spreadable cheese) in cooler at front counter area . . Reviewed with manager food storage . Manager rearranged food Corrected On-Site

03A-02-5

Detail 22799720

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - milk at 53 F , mozzarella cheese 51 F in cooler in front kitchen under 1 hour . Manager placed in freezer for quick chill down . Recheck milk 41 F , cheese 48 F . Manager to monitor food temperatures Corrective Action Taken

31A-09-4

Detail 22799718

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink in front kitchen blocked by trashcan. Reviewed with operator hand wash sinks must be accessible at all times Operator relocated trashcan . Corrective Action Taken

12B-07-4

Detail 22799719

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Manager relocated employee drink Corrected On-Site

31B-04-4

Detail 22799715

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in front kitchen area Repeat Violation

08B-12-5

Detail 22799717

Basic - Stored food ( sauce) not covered in storage area . Operator covered food Corrected On-Site

Aug 15, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 4Total: 4

14-11-5

Detail 22201817

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn on reach-in freezer in kitchen.

14-69-4

Detail 22201815

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in reach-in freezers in kitchen area.

31B-04-4

Detail 22201814

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand wash sink located next to microwave. Emailed operator hand wash sign.

23-03-4

Detail 22201816

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach-in coolers doors at front counter. Gaskets on reach-in freezers doors.

Feb 21, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Basic: 2Total: 3

22-42-4

Detail 21797354

High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Tested at 10ppm chlorine. Operated sanitizer, Re tested at 100ppm chlorine. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

22-08-4

Detail 21797352

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen, on shelf behind the three compartment sink shows accumulation of debris on interior ceiling. Repeat Violation

08B-17-4

Detail 21797353

Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Mushrooms stored above Feta cheese in reach in cooler in rear of establishment. Operator moved mushrooms to produce shelf. Corrected On-Site

Sep 26, 2022

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 6Total: 6

36-32-5

Detail 21384856

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. The ceiling in the rear of the kitchen e here the ice machine is, is begging to droop in spots, and the covering appears to be the shiny side of insulation sheets. - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-26: Time Extended

22-08-4

Detail 21384852

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven at front counter, underneath the microwave, the interior shows accumulation of debris in bottom of oven. - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-26: Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 21384855

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan in prep room Gaskets on the two door deli cooler, to the left of the two small white freezers in kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-26: Time Extended

36-27-5

Detail 21384854

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind sinks - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-26: Time Extended

42-01-4

Detail 21384851

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.in mop bucker - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-26: Time Extended

14-06-4

Detail 21384853

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Wood exposed and used for shelving unit on the wall in the kitchen behind the three compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-26: Time Extended

Sep 23, 2022

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 3Basic: 11Total: 18

22-42-4

Detail 21383354

High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Sanitizer tested at 0 ppm. Employee refilled the and added sanitizer and it tested at 100ppm. Corrected On-Site

09-01-4

Detail 21383357

High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure.Employee had no gloves on while cutting an onion. Educated employee and they washed hands and put on gloves. Corrective Action Taken

35A-02-6

Detail 21383361

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Three live flies observed in the kitchen to the area right of the three compartment sink.

03A-02-5

Detail 21383346

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.in open top prep area reach in cooler chicken 51 degrees F, cheese 52 degrees F and cut tomatoes 53 degrees F, retemped these items at 3:45, items all temped between 40f and 43F. (52F - Cold Holding); Poultry (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding); Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

31A-11-4

Detail 21383350

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink had ice in the bottom of it. Educated the employee to use the hand wash sink for hand washing only.. Corrective Action Taken

16-37-1

Detail 21383345

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

41-04-4

Detail 21383355

Intermediate - Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment.lotion and oils over single service silverware

36-32-5

Detail 21383353

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. The ceiling in the rear of the kitchen e here the ice machine is, is begging to droop in spots, and the covering appears to be the shiny side of insulation sheets.

40-06-5

Detail 21383359

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phone on prep table, phone on blender base

16-16-4

Detail 21383362

Basic - Equipment and utensils not rinsed between washing and sanitizing. The rinse sink had cleaning products inside it. Operator cleared the sink of all products, washed and sanitized the sink, then filled with new clean water. Corrected On-Site

08B-36-4

Detail 21383352

Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust.by sink on the prep line operator attached a divider Corrected On-Site

22-08-4

Detail 21383349

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven at front counter, underneath the microwave, the interior shows accumulation of debris in bottom of oven.

16-04-4

Detail 21383348

Basic - No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items.

23-03-4

Detail 21383358

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan in prep room Gaskets on the two door deli cooler, to the left of the two small white freezers in kitchen.

25-05-4

Detail 21383360

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored.not inverted cup lids, to go boxes

36-27-5

Detail 21383356

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind sinks

42-01-4

Detail 21383351

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.in mop bucker

14-06-4

Detail 21383347

Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Wood exposed and used for shelving unit on the wall in the kitchen behind the three compartment sink.

Feb 22, 2022

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 3Basic: 2Total: 5

22-02-4

Detail 20882774

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on reach-in coolers of kitchen Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-22: Time Extended

16-37-1

Detail 20882776

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit available for chlorine sanitizer Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-22: Time Extended

53B-13-5

Detail 20882771

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. 1 out of 3 employees Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-22: Time Extended

14-09-4

Detail 20882772

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards on coolers of kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-22: Time Extended

14-11-4

Detail 20882775

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on double door reach in cooler of storage room Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-22: Time Extended

45-04-4

Detail 20882773
  • From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Vegan chorizo reheating with oil inside of pan on induction burner not under a hood fire suppression system. - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-22: Observed pan on induction burner with oil in it. Time Extended

Feb 21, 2022

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 5Basic: 11Total: 19

01B-01-4

Detail 20876825

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Dented can of coconut milk in dry storage shelf Warning

22-48-5

Detail 20876817

High Priority - Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Clorox on premises that is use is labeled for bodily fluid clean ups. Discussed with operator to purchase a sanitizer that is safe for food contact surfaces. Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 20876818

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Double door reach in cooler closest to entrance: cooked corn 44 F, black beans 45 F, plant-based hot dogs 45 F. Top lid of cooler open. Discussed with operator to turn down temperature in cooler. Operator placed lid and added ice. Acai bowl prep cooler: coconut milk 47 F, milk 47 F, half and half 45 F. Top portion is open and per employee they have been in and out. Operator ice foods Tall double door reach in cooler or storage area: cooked rice 47 F, feta 45 F, quinoa 47 F, tofu 45 F, shredded mozzarella 45 F. Gaskets torn and hot foods were placed into cooler to cool today. Corrective Action Taken Warning

13-06-4

Detail 20876821

Intermediate - Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves. Employee has nail polish and not wearing gloves while preparing coffee drinks and acai bowls Warning

22-02-4

Detail 20876816

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on reach-in coolers of kitchen Warning

02B-01-5

Detail 20876813

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Smoked salmon served raw on the menu in sushi bowl. Discussed with operator that food item must be disclosed as being raw. Warning

16-37-1

Detail 20876826

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

53B-13-5

Detail 20876819

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. 1 out of 3 employees Warning

22-20-5

Detail 20876828

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

14-09-4

Detail 20876824

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards on coolers of kitchen. Warning

08B-20-4

Detail 20876820

Basic - Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. Dented can of coconut milk in dry storage shelf. Dented can of corn in dry storage area. Operator segregated Corrective Action Taken Warning

12B-07-4

Detail 20876827

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table of kitchen. Warning

24-08-4

Detail 20876811

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clear storage containers on drying rack Warning

14-11-4

Detail 20876823

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on double door reach in cooler of storage room Warning

14-69-4

Detail 20876814

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in cooler of acai bowl station Warning

10-01-5

Detail 20876815

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle of scooper touching ice in bin Warning

35B-02-4

Detail 20876812

Basic - Insect control device installed over clean utensil storage. Warning

25-32-4

Detail 20876810

Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Establishment reusing zip lock bags Warning

25-05-4

Detail 20876822

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Boxes of lids and forks on floor of exterior storage shed Warning

45-04-4

Detail 20876829

Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Vegan chorizo reheating with oil inside of pan on induction burner not under a hood fire suppression system.

Jul 14, 2021

Food-Licensing Inspection

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 5Total: 5

22-20-5

Detail 20341235

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

08B-38-4

Detail 20341236

Basic - Food stored on floor. Box of whole avocados on the floor by green storage rack Bottles of water on the floor

10-08-5

Detail 20341237

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.

25-05-4

Detail 20341234

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Boxes of cups on the dry storage floor

21-07-4

Detail 20341238

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Corrected from 0 to 100 ppm. Corrected On-Site