HOME CONTACT US MY ACCOUNT ONLINE SERVICESApply for a LicenseVerify a LicenseeView Food & Lodging InspectionsFile a ComplaintContinuing Education Course SearchView Application StatusFind Exam InformationUnlicensed Activity SearchAB&T Delinquent Invoice & Activity List Search Each inspection report is a "snapshot" of conditions present at the time of the inspection. By using this search, you are agreeing to our Terms of Use. LicenseeName:SUNSET GRILLELicense Number:SEA6200448Rank:SeatingLicense Expiration Date:02/01/2023Primary Status:CurrentSecondary Status:ActiveLocation Address:2996 DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR ST N ST. PETERSBURG, FL 33704 Inspection InformationInspection TypeInspection DateResultHigh Priority ViolationsIntermediate ViolationsBasic ViolationsRoutine - Food08/31/2021Facility Temporarily Closed Operations ordered stopped until violations are corrected. More information about inspections. 224Violations:A summary of the violations found during the inspection are listed below. The department cites violations of Florida's sanitation and safety laws, which are based on the standards of U.S. Food and Drug Administration's Food Code. High Priority violations are those which could contribute directly to a foodborne illness or injury and include items such as cooking, reheating, cooling and hand-washing. Intermediate violations are those which, if not addressed, could lead to risk factors that contribute to foodborne illness or injury. These violations include personnel training, documentation or record keeping and labeling. Basic violations are those which are considered best practices to implement. While most establishments correct all violations in a timely manner (often during the inspection), the division's procedures are designed to compel compliance with all violations through follow-up visits, administration action or closure when necessary.Violation Observation14-09-4 Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On reach-in cooler of cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-30: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-31: **Time Extended**35A-03-4 Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches in single service storage cabinet. 1 dead roach in liquor cabinet of bar area. 2 dead roaches in liquor cabinet next to reach-in cooler with wine storage. 2 dead roaches in cabinets of interior bat area. 2 dead roaches near window ledge of kitchen. 10 dead roaches under prep table of deli slicer station. 10 dead roaches in dry food storage room. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-27: 3 dead under counter top of indoor bar area. 4 dead roaches in dining area. 10 dead roaches in dry food storage room. 8 dead roaches under deli slicer station. 3 dead roaches under shelf for single service storage in kitchen. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-30: 2 dead roaches on crack of indoor bar liquor display. 4 dead roaches in dry storage room. 2 dead roaches in kitchen. 2 dead roaches in bigger bar area **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-31: 4 dead roaches under countertop of indoor bar area **Time Extended**36-17-5 Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair and/or in disrepair. Floor near three compartment sink in disrepair Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole and cracks in walls of kitchen under deli slicer station **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-30: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-31: **Time Extended**35B-05-4 Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Doors and windows open at exterior bar allowing open air exposure to kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-30: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-31: **Time Extended**35A-05-4 High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 25 live roaches in dry food storage room within cracks of walls and actual interior of wall. 4 live roaches in wooden liquor display racks of indoor bar area. 4 live roaches in cracks of counter top of interior bar area. 11 live roaches under deli slicer prep table of kitchen inside of cracks and wall behind linen storage. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-27: 2 live roaches under three compartment sink of kitchen. 1 live roach in crack of entrance to dry food storage room. 2 live roaches inside of wall of dry food storage room. 4 live roaches in dry food storage room. 1 live roa read more

Date of Visit: 04/25/2026 It was a beautiful and needed to take Fritz out, I checked Google maps and found a cool craft beer place and saw they serve burgers. So off I went. Found it on MLK just past 30th...went inside and notice they don't have a kitchen but food trucks that serve...not what I wanted but had a beer any way. But where I was going with this is just across the street is this place and glad I did. It's my kinda neighborhood bar. The girl was quick to notice my presents and drink orders taken. I was wanting a burger so looked the menu over and the "Double Ralphy" LTO w/bacon...and upgrade to fries. As I waited for my burger I took in the place. I didn't go all the way in but there was a place to hide and relax, cool. Burger arrived and it looked great. I did say bacon earlier but I didn't notice it came with till now. I asked for medium and medium I got. And the LTO was fresh as well. The only thing if any, the fries could have been done just bit more. And these are the fries I prefer too. I can see me and wife out for a drive and stopping in for cold one, that kinda place. Peace. read more

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I found out about this place through a Facebook 'Wings of Tampa Bay' group, and so thankful I did! That blackened garlic sauce is unmatched! Wow. I think next time I'll ask for it to mixed with just a little buffalo... ugh, my mouth is watering thinking of it! The place is totally unassuming, which usually means either the friendliest service or the best food (or sometimes both!), which I think would be the case for Sunset Grille. Fairly good sized wings, but it was the sauce. The ranch was also a hit! read more

Ok, this is a great little dive bar with some really good food. Came here to specifically for the wings, and they did not disappoint. Huge, seasoned well, cooked perfectly (crispy outside and still juicy). Definitely worth it for great wings. Nice seating outside and a couple of bar tables inside. read more

Sunset Grille - Chicken wings - American Near Me - Saint Petersburg, Florida

Considering how long I've lived in st pete..it took me forever to come here. Found super nice servers and a great grilled cheese! Will be back for the wings read more

**** Review 139 **** If you love a local, hole-in-the-wall bar then this the place for you! They offer a $6 lunch special M-F, and breakfast menu on the weekends. The food is delicious and reasonably priced. The staff is fun and friendly; the locals love to joke around and you can see why it's so easy to become a regular. The beers are cold, the wings are amazing, and the burgers are delicious! The inside bar has 2 pool tables, a few tv's and great music. The outside is large, with another full bar, and you can see the kitchen. This place is so good, I stopped in 3 times in one week. Enjoy! read more

Sunset Grille - $6 Cheeseburger Lunch Special - American Near Me - Saint Petersburg, Florida

I had been driving past Sunset Grille for years, but finally decided to go in after seeing positive reviews for their Wings. The place gives the feeling of a neighborhood "dive bar," with lots of local feel. My son and I went in after church Sunday morning. We got 20 wings, half blackened Garlic, half Medium hot, and Parmesan cheese over all. We asked for well done (to be crunchier). Our server was friendly and helpful, making good suggestions. The wings were excellent, cooked just how we like them, well sauced. They were a good size and reasonably priced. Some of the better wings I've had in recent years. My only complaint was that the Diet Cola was a bit flat. read more

This used to be our place for several years but they have had some turnover and the staff that is there rather play on their phones and to look up to see if you need a refill or place an order. Sad but not going back. Yesterday was the worse. Bartender looked at my empty glass and kept walking. I was on my first beer and asked her for a second. The guy next to me also needed a beer but she was more concerned about texting on her phone. Almost end of the year 2025 and for 2026 I am only going to places where they appreciate me and my money. Deuces!! Maybe I will see condos built here soon. read more

I had bone in wings. Honey BBQ wings the best I have ever had. I ordered 5 to go and just finished them at home. They have a home made blue cheese dressing to die for. Beverley is the best at serving food and drinks. You won't find a better serving individual than Beverley. Definitely a great place to eat and to be served read more

Food and service is top tier. I would highly recommend sitting in the outside patio. The wings are so good read more

Some of the best chicken wings in pinellas county! The hot honey is super delicious! I love that they aren't breaded. They also make their own blue cheese and ranch. read more

Super chill, fun place to spend the evening. Warm, local vibes. Great food; large portions and fair prices. The bartenders are welcoming and chatty. The road isn't too loud. Pretty landscaping with nice trees and lots of cool plants outside. read more

Sunset Grille - Ruben - American Near Me - Saint Petersburg, Florida

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This place is great and welcomes everybody. Highly suggest Mahi Mahi bites blackened.

Attitude they banned my best friend who loved going there. because the owner's daughter hated her she always talked the place up even though the place has gone down hill food not that good anymore but still went .Had several parties there no appitiation for loyalty. I will never go back or recommend this place again. read more

Def don't expect your food within an hour on a weekend night. Standard bar fare. Plan accordingly. read more

The dive bars of St. Pete continue to astound. I am still in shock and awe. A Russian girl that I was sitting next to stole the show. She was selling a book called Zig Zag. I don't think she even knows what it was about. My friends and I were laughing so hard about it. The book makes zero sense. Then again, same with life. Zig when they zag! Sunset Grille rocks! read more

This is a vintage St. Pete spot from the pre hipster era. Find a roomy outdoor area in the rear, with ample seating as well as bar seats. There is also a small indoor area located in front right off MLK. Live music on weekends is a nice touch. Service is good. The kitchen is open to the air. My blackened mahi mahi bites app was juicy and tasty, paired with tartar sauce. Drinks are heavy pours I had a few house cabs and they were nicely filled. I think their wings are notable, and there are a lot of various burgers on the menu. Plenty of parking makes getting in and out very easy. This is a nice and relaxing locals spot. read more

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When I got there I walked to a table and sat for at least 20 minutes and no one came to help us,we went up and got menus as well and still no one came to us. The restaurant was majority white people and we are poc so I wonder if it was anything to do with that read more

My wife and I have always ate here. We came here and noticed a new brewery so we went across the street to have a beer before we ate at sunset grille. When we came back 15 minutes later our car was towed. Apparently both places are fighting with each other and having customers cars towed. I know sunset grille is getting a kickback from American tow force. This is disgraceful., I would have spent more money at sunset grille. But now I will never go here again. Hope it was worth it. Also the tow away signs are posted low and when a vehicle is parked in front of the sign, you can not see it. I will never spend another dime at this dump. read more

Sunset Grille - two cars parked in a parking lot - American Near Me - Saint Petersburg, Florida

Ordered takeout on a Sunday evening. Order was ready in 20 mins and was nice and hot when I got home! We ordered 10 each of the blackened garlic and sweet heat wings. The garlic are to die for! The sweet heat flavor was good, but a little too much sauce. Fair price and probably my favorite wings in town! My only complaint was that I didn't see any of the staff wearing a mask when I picked up my order. read more

Sunset Grille - Sweet heat - American Near Me - Saint Petersburg, Florida

One of the last local place where you can get a good meal at a fair price. Keep it rolling.

A choice dive bar with a good local vibe. We came in with a crew and a local dude was super chill about changing his seat so we could all sit together. Mixed indoor and outback seating. The black garlic wings are delicious, the special K hot wings will make you sweat and they have a good deal going of 20 wings and 5 domestics for $30. The bartender is comical and there's a pool table and jukebox. read more

Been here 3 times (3 strikes you're out). Food is mediocre but service is horrible. Would not recommend.

You can't go wrong at Sunset Grille! The food is excellent and inexpensive. People are really great! Beverly is by far one of the best servers/bartenders I have ever had at any establishment. read more

I was invited for wings recently and enjoyed them so much, I keep going back. I do think they are some of the best in St Pete. Service is always friendly and the prices are very reasonable. Great little local hole in the wall bar and grill. read more

Sunset Grille - Garlic, blackened, hot wings. They dont look sauced, but they are and have incredible flavor. - American Near Me - Saint Petersburg, Florida

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We were thoroughly surprised by this restaurant. Because it was across from our hotel, we ate lunch there. It was so good we went back for lunch and dinner the next day. Lobster Mac and cheese was great but a little slimy on lobster but for $29 I understand they had to limit. New England clam chowder was also good and had lots of clams. read more

Really fun local place! Awesome outside seated area with trees and shade. Tuesdays are the best day to come! Dollar tacos and two dollar margaritas and the margs were super good! I got French fries which were very crispy and my husband got potato skins that he loved! Definitely want to come back for another margarita!! read more

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Love Sunset Grille! Great people and food. Charming neighborhood bar with awesome staff.

They are still open for a limited menu from 12:00 till 8 PM, during the virus pandemic . Also you can get beers and seltzer's and six pack to go. Come on down and support your favorite local bar and grill . !! read more

Sunset Grille - Sunset grille burger with fries . - American Near Me - Saint Petersburg, Florida

Great local hangout. Coldest beer in town. Bartenders are great Food is really good, wings burgers awesome Oversized BLT. Did I mention coldest beer in town. Great breakfast on weekend...Prices are fare.... read more

The food has really gone downhill. Our server wore a sleeveless skin-tight, super short one piece "thing." (think guys high school wresting outfit) We watched her walk all around the restaurant pulling it out of her crotch, her butt, and under her arms. Then, when I gave her my credit card, she stuck it between her boobs and walked off. Never again. read more

Classic St Pete dive. Consistently good bar food with generous bar tenders. I've never had a bad burger, blt, chicken sandwich, fry, or tot from this place. read more

I had patronized this restaurant since moving nearby in 2001. It is a true neighborhood bar and grill with many friendly cooks ..bartenders and other staff but for one incredibly hostile, rude and incompetent daytime worker that works alone most weekdays named Jackie. You can go to literally any other local restaurant or bar locally such as stone soup..flamingo..casual clam .our bar and a list of others and share in other's horror stories about their experiences. The entire staff at Sunset is constantly dealing with complaints about her but are helpless as she is a close friend of the current owner who sees no wrong in her customer abuse and supports her no matter how outrageous her behavior. Evenings and weekends are busy but daytime is increasingly a ghost town from the horrific treatment customers receive. Hen she sees you.. don't expect a normal hello or friendly greeting..you won't get one. Jackie's greetings exaggerated eye rolls and sighs when she sees you to hearing her loudly proclaim "I'm in no mood to deal with her today" and other hostile comments..she does not even try to hide her hostility. I am confounded why someone who dislikes humanity would choose a career intended to service customers but even more that management chooses consistently to ignore her behavior. On what led to my last visit, I literally waited 45 minutes at the bar while she waited on everyone else..refilled everyone else's drinks..ignored my calling her name 3 times but responded immediately when other patrons who could not understand her behavior asked her to help me. The anger she displayed was shocking yet instead of assisting, she walked away..got a tampon shoved it in my face stating "I've got something more important to deal with" and abruptly walked away. You can't get that treatment anywhere else! I first had to get over the shock that she was not post menopause. Trust me this is not an isolated incident. Despite intentionally waiting for 4pm shift change to avoid her outrageous hostility..Jackie would invent a reason to get confrontational every time no matter who else was serving you..again necessitating her co-workers to apologize for her actions yet again...a vicious cycle. Although Sunset is "Pet friendly", Jackie is not! I guarantee if you dare to bring your dog while she is working..neither you or your pet will have a great time. My otherwise happy dogs beloved by the remaining staff there and so many other dog friendly locations were upset whenever she approached because of the hostile confrontational tone she chose to confront me with. Visit any other nearby bar or restaurant and ask if they have ever been to Sunset during daytime hours...the Jackie horror experiences will be shared from all directions. With Halloween so close, I encourage everyone to share their Jackie horror stories. Bring her a tampon...maybe you can get on her good side ..assuming there is one? Perpetual menstruation does not excuse her behavior..but there is no other explanation I have to treat others so horribly. I'm sure there are still work from home opportunities or assembly positions where she need never interact with other humans...or dogs ..they certainly deserve better. read more

I've been going to this spot for the last 6-7 months. I get the same thing every time!!!! Price is around 30-33$ depending soda or a water. Tonight, got pick up, sent me inside bar. Saw the screen 35.45 for 10 minutes as a waited. She rings me up 45.45$ bartender added 10 dollars. Saw her print the original ticket and my new ticket, that's a shame of a business.. won't come back! Also- why ask if you want crispy wings if they come out extremely gummy like? Went from one of my Favorite spots to least favorite! ‍ read more

No thrill bar place. Serves breakfast on the weekend. The price are good and everything fresh. Do see sign about that bucket of beers special and other with wings. Must be popular place at night for those prices. read more

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Sunset is everything you want in a dive bar. Cheap good drinks, good food, good people, good service. Breakfast is good too. It's an institution and definitely worth a try. Don't judge a book by its cover. read more

This place has a good vibe, but the bartender Caleum doesn't understand how to not drink on the job and take care of his customers. The other staff was great, but he had an attitude with several customers, and drank the whole 3 hours I sat at the bar. Will not be back.. read more

We parked in the empty lot next to the restaurant and went next door to Golden Isle Brewery for their grand opening. Sunset Grill had someone waiting in the parking lot to call and have our car towed. He didn't ask us to move our car. Later as he gloated he said were there for 20 minutes. They are having a fight with Golden Isle, so they are both having each other's customer's cars towed. Disgraceful. read more

Due to my lack of never knowing what I want to eat. I would say searching for this place was diamond in rough...The waitress was super nice. If you are looking for a laid back hole in wall this is it. The food everything was delicious. The bacon on my BLT was like thick pieces of bacon. The Nachos supreme were so big my daughter was happy to share something she normally doesn't do. My husband's party melt not sure what it was called honestly, I never eat things with onions but the was they were grilled omg... I will definitely be coming back. read more

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Came here on a whim after my barber referred me to a bar boasting the best wings in Saint Pete. Needless to say, the referral was spot-on, and I have had my fill of wings, yangling, and good people here at the Sunset Grille read more