CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN
2223 N WESTSHORE BLVD #189 · TAMPA · Hillsborough County · FL 33607
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
5 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 2
22-57-6High Priority – – From initial inspection : High Priority – Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Ran dish machine multiple times, maximum temperatures read **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-03-13: Work order in progress **Time Extended**
03A-02-5High Priority – – From initial inspection : High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach-in cooler at pizza station – Cold Holding: cooked chicken 46 F, shredded mozzarella 47 F, sliced ham 46 F, pizza sauce 46 F. Operator placed all items in ice bath at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** – From follow-up inspection 2026-03-13: Reach-in cooler at pizza station – Cold Holding: cooked chicken 48 F, sausage 51 F, shredded mozzarella 48 F, fresh mozzarella 51 F, sliced tomato 49 F, cooked beef 49 F. **Admin Complaint**
Intermediate 2
31A-11-4Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed accusation strainer with lemon wedges in handwash sink at wait station. Employee removed strainer and cleaned handwash sink at time of inspection. Employee rinsed drink shaker cup in handwash sink at bar. Discussed with employee about handwash sink is for handwashing only. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-03-13: Observed drink garnish in handwash sink at service station. **Time Extended**
53B-14-5Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 3 employees expired. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-03-13: **Time Extended**
Basic 1
36-34-5Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Above dish machine area in kitchen. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2026-03-13: **Time Extended**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 13, 2026 8:07 AM.
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