BABUSHKAS
901 W PLATT ST · TAMPA · Hillsborough County · FL 33606
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
7 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 2
22-41-4High Priority – Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Tested 0ppm. Sanitizer container emptied, operator replace a full container sanitizer and ran dish machine multiple times, tested 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. A container of meat and olives soup (130F – Hot Holding) stored in steam well at cook line. Operator reheated on stove top and temped 193F. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
Intermediate 3
16-33-4Intermediate – Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Employee didn't test dish machine with test strips in place.
31A-11-4Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee dumped drink and rinsed mixer cups in handwash sink at bar. Discussed with operator about handwash sink for handwash only.
53B-13-5Intermediate – 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.
Basic 2
12B-07-4Basic – Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee coffee with no lids stored on prep table at wait station. Operator removed drinks. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4Basic – Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Multiple food employees in kitchen.
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 18, 2026 8:16 AM.
Violation category totals
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Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.