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QUEEN OF SHEBA GOJO

11001 56 STREET · TAMPA · Hillsborough County · FL 33617

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateDecember 13, 2024
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionEmergency Order Callback Not Complied
Resultfacility_temporarily_closed
Inspection number3440576
Visit number2
Inspection Visit ID10741760
DBPR license3917798

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
1 High Priority4 Intermediate8 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical13 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

13 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

High Priority 1

#9High Priority35A-05-4

High Priority – – From initial inspection : High Priority – Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on wall 1 live roach on prep table 1 live roach on clean dishes by three compartment sink 6 live roaches under three compartments sink 1 live roach under the keg near prep table 1 live roach on crate near keg by prep table. 1 live roach in the female restroom. 2 live roaches near fans by kitchen entrance. 1 live roach under the table with espresso machine. 3 live roaches near the reach in cooler near the kitchen entrance. – From follow-up inspection 2024-12-13: Observed 1 live roach on the prep table near the three compartment sink. Manager was able to eradicate, clean and sanitize the area. **Time Extended** **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site

Intermediate 4

#10Intermediate11-27-4

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. Emailed operator a copy of procedures. – From follow-up inspection 2024-12-13: **Time Extended**

#11Intermediate22-02-4

Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the interior of the reach in cooler in the kitchen near the flip top unit being soiled with food debris. – From follow-up inspection 2024-12-13: **Time Extended**

#12Intermediate31A-11-4

Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed an employee washing dishes in the handwashing sink in the front area. – From follow-up inspection 2024-12-13: All handwashing sink are empty and being used correctly. **Time Extended**

#13Intermediate16-37-1

Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. – From follow-up inspection 2024-12-13: **Time Extended**

Basic 8

#1Basic36-32-5

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed missing and broken ceiling tiles in the kitchen above the cook line. – From follow-up inspection 2024-12-13: **Time Extended**

#2Basic35A-03-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Dead roaches on premises. 6 dead roaches behind the stove 1 dead roach in corner of the wall near the three compartment sink, 17 dead roaches under three compartment sink 1 dead roach under prep table 1 dead roach on shelf under prep table 1 dead roach under prep table near cooler. table 1 dead roach under prep table near reach in cooler 1 dead roach near reach in cooler by kitchen entrance. 1 dead roach under the table with espresso machine. 3 dead roaches inside the reach in cooler near the flip top unit by handwashing sink. – From follow-up inspection 2024-12-13: Observed 1 dead roach by the cooler near the entrance of the kitchen. Manager was able to remove, clean, and sanitize, the area. **Time Extended** **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#3Basic12B-07-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee drink being stored on the shelf above the prep table in the kitchen. – From follow-up inspection 2024-12-13: **Time Extended**

#4Basic10-01-5

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed bowls with the handles being used as scoops in the containers with dry beans under the prep table. – From follow-up inspection 2024-12-13: **Time Extended**

#5Basic38-01-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Light shield damaged/in disrepair in the kitchen above the cook line. – From follow-up inspection 2024-12-13: **Time Extended**

#6Basic51-13-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed operator a copy of procedures. – From follow-up inspection 2024-12-13: **Time Extended**

#7Basic51-18-6

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – No copy of latest inspection report available. – From follow-up inspection 2024-12-13: **Time Extended**

#8Basic29-49-6

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Standing water in bottom of both flip top reach-in-coolers. – From follow-up inspection 2024-12-13: **Time Extended**

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 20, 2026 11:52 AM.

Violation category totals
Category 10 · In-use food dispensing utensils
1 observation(s)
Category 11 · Employee health knowledge / ill employees
1 observation(s)
Category 12 · Handwashing and hygienic practices
1 observation(s)
Category 16 · Dishwashing facilities, test kits and gauges
1 observation(s)
Category 22 · Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
1 observation(s)
Category 29 · Plumbing, mop sink, filters and backflow prevention
1 observation(s)
Category 31 · Handwash sinks, supplies and signage
1 observation(s)
Category 35 · Pest control / insects / rodents / animals / outer openings
2 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
1 observation(s)
Category 38 · Required lighting and protected fixtures/bulbs
1 observation(s)
Category 51 · Other sanitary and safe-operation conditions
2 observation(s)

Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.