CRACKER BARREL #498
3125 COVE BEND DR · TAMPA · Hillsborough County · FL 33613
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
03D-02-5High Priority – Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed 2 small pans of cooked noodles used for Mac and cheese made on 01/11/26 at 12:38 pm. Temping at 45F and 47F the following day at 11:23am. Stop sale issued. Manager voluntarily discarded noodles.
01B-02-5High Priority – Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed 2 small pans of cooked noodles used for Mac and cheese made on 01/11/26 at 12:38 pm. Temping at 45F and 47F the following day at 11:23am. Stop sale issued. Manager voluntarily discarded noodles.
Basic 5
36-34-5Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust soiled ceiling tiles in the kitchen near the dry storage area. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4Basic – Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried – wet nesting. Observed on the dish drying rack. Manager discussed proper drying with employee. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5Basic – Equipment in poor repair. Observed two cold holding units not working. Manager stated that that someone will be out to repair soon. No food items in unit.
36-22-4Basic – Floor area(s) covered with standing water in the walk in cooler. Manager had employee remove water. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4Basic – Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 15, 2026 7:50 AM.
Violation category totals
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
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.