LOTUS EXPRESS
2223 N WESTSHORE BLVD STE 208 · TAMPA · Hillsborough County · FL 33607
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Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
8 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 1
35A-05-4High Priority – Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 30 lives roaches observed under electrical box under reach in cooler on cook line. **Warning**
Intermediate 5
22-20-4Intermediate – Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Warning**
53A-03-6Intermediate – Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
31A-02-4Intermediate – Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to being blocked by full mop bucket. **Warning**
53B-01-5Intermediate – No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed SafeStaff books onsite. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
02C-02-4Intermediate – Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken, potatoes. No date labeling system observed in establishment. **Warning**
Basic 2
35A-03-4Basic – Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in prep area of kitchen. Observed 1 dead roach in prep area of kitchen under bulk flour container. **Warning**
12B-07-4Basic – Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Plastic water bottles stored on top of cooler on cook line. Operator relocated employee drinks away from food and food contact surfaces. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 10, 2026 6:48 PM.
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.