ASTON GARDENS AT TAMPA BAY
12951 W LINEBAUGH AVE, Tampa FL 33626 · 813-403-5252
Last inspected May 6, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 14 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. A pan of cooked quarter chicken 48 F and cooked pork chop 47 F stored by entrance in walk-in cooler. Operator moved items to walk-in freezer to rapid cool.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2019028509 | Apr 15, 2019 | Jun 18, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over ready to eat seafood salad reach in grey cooler. Manager removed to proper storage
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Above 200-500ppm remade quaternary to 200ppm
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Prep area next to cooking pans and sink prep table management removed traps.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed oranges over ready to eat salad and bread management removed to proper storage
Jan 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach in cooler on cooks line has stains.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink on cooks line. Manager placed paper towels at handwashing sink.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stuck stuck on clean dishes underneath food preparation table by walk in cooler.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Strawberries, pineapple not washed before preparation.
Jun 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. A pan of cooked quarter chicken 48 F and cooked pork chop 47 F stored by entrance in walk-in cooler. Operator moved items to walk-in freezer to rapid cool.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Skim milk in walk-in cooler.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Ana Camacho, expired on 05/25/2022.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. A trash can stored in front of handwash sink between steamer and hot box at cook line, blocked access for employees to wash hands. Operator removed trash can from handwash sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken and cooked pork chops in walk-in cooler.
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. Some employees expired on 2024.
Oct 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Oct 25, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk-in cooler - Cold Holding: cooked chicken 51 F, pulled pork 51 F, cooked rib 51 F, milk 50 F. Operator opened walk-in freezer door to helps cooling food in walk-in cooler, and contacted refrigerator repair company at time of inspection.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Trash can stored in front of handwash sink at cook line. Operator relocated trash can.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee coffee with no lids stored on prep table with meat slicer and on storage shelf over steam table at cook line. All drinks removed at time of inspection.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. 2 opened bottled water stored over hot dogs and sliced ham in reach-in cooler at cook line. Operator removed drinks.
Apr 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over cooked veal in walk-in cooler. Operator rearranged items to prevent cross contamination.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Irreversible thermometer or thermo strips with minimum 160F indicator.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 3 unlabeled bottles on chemical shelf. Operator labeled at time of inspection.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed employee drinking a cup of coffee with no lid at food prep area at time of inspection. Employee discarded drink.
Food stored on floor. A bag of flour stored on floor in dry food storage room. Operator moved to shelf.
Open condiments provided for self-service not properly protected. Observed hard boiled eggs, raisins and other condiments with no lids stored on buffet line. Employee moved items under/behind sneeze guard at time of inspection.
Oct 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 1 can of apple sauce, 1 can of dark red bean and 2 cans of tomato paste.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish stored over cooked macaroni in walk-in cooler. Employee rearranged items to prevent cross contamination.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled dirty food containers at dish machine, then handled cleaned food containers without replace glove and wash hands. Discussed with employee in charge.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled with old food debris. Employee clean at time of inspection.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 6 employees working at time of inspection.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. Dented canned foods stored with other canned foods in shelves. Operator segregated for return.
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