Inspection Report

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323 W PALM AVE · TAMPA · Hillsborough County · FL 33602

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateDecember 5, 2023
Inspection typeComplaint Full
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionWarning Issued
Resultfollow_up_required
Inspection number3407291
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID8556747
DBPR license3918301

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
3 High Priority3 Intermediate2 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical8 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

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

High Priority 3

#3High Priority35A-05-4

High Priority – Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach at dish area operator has employee removing it. Cleaning and sanitizing the area. Discussed with Supervisor Allison M **Warning**

Warning
#4High Priority41-10-4

High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sani bottle stored over prep table operator moved it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

Corrected On-SiteWarning
#5High Priority29-42-4

High Priority – Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Warning**

Warning

Intermediate 3

#6Intermediate16-62-1

Intermediate – No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Warning**

Warning
#7Intermediate53B-01-5

Intermediate – 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. **Warning**

Warning
#8Intermediate16-54-4

Intermediate – Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. 145F operator will use 3 compartment sink to Sanitize until repairs are made **Warning**

Warning

Basic 2

#1Basic22-20-5

Basic – Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**

Warning
#2Basic24-08-4

Basic – Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried – wet nesting. Discussed with operator proper air drying of clean equipment. operator moved to dish are to have re washed and air dried. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

Corrected On-SiteWarning

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 17, 2026 11:37 AM.

Violation category totals
Category 16 · Dishwashing facilities, test kits and gauges
2 observation(s)
Category 22 · Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
1 observation(s)
Category 24 · Storage/handling of clean equipment and utensils
1 observation(s)
Category 29 · Plumbing, mop sink, filters and backflow prevention
1 observation(s)
Category 35 · Pest control / insects / rodents / animals / outer openings
1 observation(s)
Category 41 · Chemicals and toxic substances
1 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
1 observation(s)

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