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AGAVE SOCIAL

14803 N DALE MABRY HWY, Tampa FL 33618 · 813-284-0705

Last inspected Jul 24, 2026 · 11 visits since November 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats35
Risk levelRisk Level Undecided
LicenceSEA3911733
Grade history
APR 25
NOV 25
MAR 26
JUN 26
JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections trending down, 20 points off where it started.

Worst finding on record
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
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★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Inspection history

11 visits, newest first

Jul 24, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 23, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed roast pineapple salsa, and tomato pico at 48f, manager discarded items
High priority/01B-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed roast pineapple salsa, and tomato pico at 48f, manager discarded items
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken hot holding at 128f, and roast pork at 111f, manager reheated items to 165f, and placed in hot holding unit. Corrected On-SiteCorrected On-SiteWarning**
High priority/03B-01-6/
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed glass bottles stored in handwashing sink behind bar, employee removed items from handwashing sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At handwashing sink behind the bar, employee placed paper towels at handwashing sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink in back kitchen on food storage shelf, and an open drink on a food storage shelf on the front line close to the fryers, employees moved drink containers.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drink in cooler across from the grill area.
Basic/12B-13-4/Warning
Jun 26, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on flip top units.
Basic/14-09-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jun 26, 2026 · Still observed at time of inspection. Time Extended
Jun 16, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. Observed the dish machine testing at 0ppm. Manager called dishmachine company. Discussed sanitizing in the three compartment sink until machine is fixed. Tested three compartment sink at 150ppm.
High priority/22-41-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled interior of the soda gun dispenser. Manager removed.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrective Action Taken
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on flip top units.
Basic/14-09-4/Repeat Violation
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed two employee drinks on the prep table in the back of kitchen. Manager removed.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Apr 9, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 31, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
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. Observed dish machine tested at 0 PPM, triple sink was set up to sanitize all all dishes and utensils tested at 200 PPM.
High priority/22-41-4/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken breast hot holding in hot box next to stove in back kitchen temped at 103f at 12:50 pm prepped at 12:10 pm, manager had employee reheat chicken,temped at 180f at 1:15 pm
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. At hose mop sink with hose splitter manager said she will order one.
High priority/29-34-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards throughout kitchen. And on the cook line, discussed with manager the importance of clean surfaces.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.observed brushes and green scrubber on handwashing sink, employee moved items.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed, manager printed and hung up new license at time of inspection.
Basic/50-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.observed deeply grooved cutting board on the front cooks line, and the expo line, discussed with manager the importance of a smooth surface. Manager said they ordered new ones.
Basic/14-09-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee cake in standing reach in cooler next to bulletin boards,observed employee drink in cooler across from grill, manager discarded items.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.observed wet mop not stored to dry in mop bucket close to mop sink, manager hung mop to dry
Basic/42-01-4/Corrected On-Site
Dec 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. No original for Elizabeth.
Intermediate/53B-09-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 1, 2025 · Time Extended
Nov 24, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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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 at 0ppm during time of inspection. Employee set up three compartment sink to sanitize during time of inspection. Chlorine sanitizer at 100ppm.
High priority/22-41-4/Warning
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Quaternary ammonia tested at 0ppm. Employee set three compartment sink with chlorine sanitizer at 100ppm.
High priority/22-43-4/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cajun butter 63F at 3:30pm placed on front line at 11:30am - stop sale, cut butter 49F at 3:50pm placed into front line Reach in cooler at 11am - stop sale, Chimichurri sauce 71F at 4:20pm placed on server line from Walk in cooler at 12pm - stop sale.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Three compartment sink chlorine sanitizer over 200ppm. Manager adjusted chlorine to 100ppm during time of inspection.
High priority/41-18-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Quaternary ammonia tested at over 500ppm. Manager readjusted sanitizer to 200ppm during time of inspection.
High priority/41-27-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of both soda guns at bar area soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. No written plan for chimichurri sauce.
Intermediate/03F-10-5/Warning
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. No original for Elizabeth.
Intermediate/53B-09-4/Warning
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed strawberries and radish stored over blanched cauliflower in Walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-17-4/Warning
Jun 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun nozzles at bare area soiled. Manager began to clean nozzles during time of inspection. Cutting board on front line cook soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning/Return visit Jun 16, 2025 · Time Extended
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Located at dry storage rack adjacent to ice machine.
Basic/24-08-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jun 16, 2025 · Time Extended
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Located at dry storage rack adjacent to ice machine.
Basic/16-46-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jun 16, 2025 · Time Extended
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-freezer. Located in Reach in freezer at server station.
Basic/29-49-6/Warning/Return visit Jun 16, 2025 · Time Extended
Apr 2, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.

0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun nozzles at bare area soiled. Manager began to clean nozzles during time of inspection. Cutting board on front line cook soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator printed and posted license during time of inspection.
Basic/50-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Located at dry storage rack adjacent to ice machine.
Basic/24-08-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets at bar area soiled with green mold-like substance.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Located at dry storage rack adjacent to ice machine.
Basic/16-46-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-freezer. Located in Reach in freezer at server station.
Basic/29-49-6/Warning
Stored food not covered. Raw beef not covered on front line cook. Manager covered beef during time of inspection.
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Nov 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet nesting equipment located on dry storage rack located next to ice bin. Operator removed wet equipment during time of inspection.
Basic/24-08-4/Corrective Action Taken
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed some garbage debris around dumpster during time of inspection.
Basic/33-19-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Located on dry storage rack next to ice bin. Operator removed some equipment with old labels during time of inspection.
Basic/16-46-4/Corrective Action Taken
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Water leaking from Employee handwash sink next to dry storage rack. Operator has maintenance working on leaking sink during time of inspection.
Basic/29-11-4/Corrective Action Taken

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