BLUE A TAMPA BISTRO
1001 N WESTSHORE AVENUE, Tampa FL 33607 · 8132872555
Last inspected Aug 25, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023
JUL 24
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MAR 26
AUG 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 26 points off where it started.
Live, small flying insects found. 8 live flies flying around dump sink at bar.
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025071466 | Sep 4, 2025 | Oct 30, 2025 | $400 |
| 3--2024009219 | Jan 29, 2024 | Mar 13, 2024 | $400 |
| 3--2021022901 | Mar 9, 2021 | Jun 24, 2021 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 25, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Live, small flying insects found. 8 live flies flying around dump sink at bar.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 7 packs of raw salmon fillets and 9 packs of Mahi filets in sealed reduced oxygen packages thawed in walk-in cooler. 3 packs of raw salmon filets in sealed reduced oxygen packages thawed in reach-in cooler at cook line.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun nuzzle soiled with black slimy substance at bar.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwash sink used as dump sink at bar. Observed a steam pan with ice cubes stored in handwash sink. Employee removed steam pan.
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink at food prep area in kitchen.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. See stop sale. 7 packs of raw salmon fillets and 9 packs of Mahi filets in sealed reduced oxygen packages thawed in walk-in cooler. 3 packs of raw salmon filets in sealed reduced oxygen packages thawed in reach-in cooler at cook line.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. A case of potato fries stored on floor in walk-in freezer.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink at food prep area in kitchen.
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. At bar.
Mar 9, 2026□ 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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Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Mar 2, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef burgers stored over cooked chicken wing in reach-in cooler at cook line. Operator rearranged items.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. The plumbing disrepair at handwash sink on cook line, when water running in sink, water will leak under on the floor, employee states that they have been informed not to use this handwash sink. A container placed on floor to catch water if leaking from handwash sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwash sink used as dump sink at bar.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At salad section of cook line.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. 15 packs of commercially ROP Mahi filets thawed remains in sealed packages.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Ice scoop handle in ice bin at bar.Scoop handle in flour bin at prep line in kitchen. Operator moved handles up.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Dish machine area.
Sep 4, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef burgers stored over cooked chicken wings in reach-in cooler at cook line. Operator rearranged items to prevent cross contamination.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. A container of butter cups (62-71F - Cold Holding) stored on counter top at server station. Reach-in cooler at cook line: Cold Holding: pooled egg 52 F, egg white 51 F, cut ham 62 F, diced tomato 57 F, sausage link 45 F. Employee states that all time/temperature control for safety food was took out from the walk-in cooler for about 2 hours, operator moved to walk-in freezer for rapid cooling. Re temped: pooled egg 40F, egg white 37F, cut ham 42F, diced tomato 40F, sausage link 39 F, butter cups 43-47F.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained on reach-in cooler at cook line.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At dish machine area. Operator moved all items away from handwash sink.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. No warewashing at time of inspection, three-compartments sink set up.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On reach-in cooler at cook line.
Equipment in poor repair. Ran hot water sanitizing dish machine and temped 142.3F. No warewashing at time of inspection, three-compartments sink set up.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Multiple cracked/broken food containers and lids at clean food containers storage shelves and used with food in reach-in cooler at cook line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. At cook line.
Mar 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked chicken date marked prepped on 03/23, more than 7 days stored in reach-in cooler at cook line.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially ROP Mahi fish thawed without removed from packaging. Cooked chicken prepped onsite more than 7 days.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooler by stove top on cook line - Cold Holding: pooled egg 47 F, diced ham 50 F, sliced ham 51 F, shredded cheese 51 F. Operator placed items in ice bath, re temped: pooled egg 39 F, diced ham 40 F, sliced ham 41 F, shredded cheese 41 F.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. 2 containers of meat sauce not date marked stored in walk-in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 unlabeled spray bottles at dish machine area, 2 unlabeled spray bottles at server station at dining area.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. ROP Mahi fish.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. A food container cracked and holds food in reach-in cooler.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. On cook line.
Jul 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed soap missing at hand sink in dish area Corrected -observed employee replace
Ceiling tile missing. 4 missing in drink storage room
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table on cookline Corrected -observed employee remove
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed several cracked plastic container lids on storage shelf in dish pit
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed fly zapper stored over coffee make station on service line Corrected -observed employee remove all items to a different area
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside 2 door Traulsen reachin cooler in back kitchen
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Observed two boiler certificatesexpired 132939-7/12/24; 052583-7/12/24
May 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed ham not date marked in walk-in cooler
Equipment in poor repair. Observed door fall off on reachin cooler on cookline adjacent to fryers
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup along door frame of walk-in cooler
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed missing at hand sink in dish area Email hand washing signs to manager
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed plates not inverted in dish pit
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reachin cooler on cookline adjacent to fryers Corrected-observed employee clean
Jan 30, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed old food build up inside all reachin coolers on cookline along shelves
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed old food build up inside all reachin coolers gaskets
Jan 29, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 11 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 6 flies at 3-compartment sink landing on clean equipment and prep table
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 6 rodent droppings on floor under dry storage shelves 2 rodent droppings on floor under clean dishes shelves next 3-compartment sink
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed old food build up inside all reachin coolers on cookline along shelves
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed 4 CO2 tanks not secured in dry storage room
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.observed employee drink stored on prep table Corrected-observed employee discard
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall in prep area Observed hole in wall under 3-compartment sink
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ob ice build up inside chest freezer on cookline
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 4 pairs of tongs stored on fryer basket handles Corrected observed employee remove
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed old food build up inside all reachin coolers gaskets
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean dishes
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reachin cooler on cookline across from grill top
Nov 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed cook on cooks line placing gloves on with no hand washing, corrected action taken, inspector discussed with employee proper hand washing procedures when placing gloves on.
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Pressure at employee employee hand wash sink in bar area at a minimum.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee hand wash sink used as dumps sink, observed old food debris.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at employee hand wash sink at wait station area, corrected, manager replaced paper towels during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken, cooked sausage, opened containers of milk all held over 24 hrs not date marked.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks stored on food prep table, corrected, manager removed drinks during inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee keys stored on food prep table, corrected, manager removed key's during inspection.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler's shelves with old debris.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Boiler certificate expired.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.