CAFE BAHIA & BAKERY CORP
214 E BEARSS AVE, Tampa FL 33613 · 787.594.0351
Last inspected Aug 17, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
AUG 24
JAN 25
JUL 25
FEB 26
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed three flying insects in the kitchen cook line area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023003137 | Dec 14, 2022 | Mar 2, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink on cook line used as storage, discussed proper use of sinks.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen beef thawing a sink filled with water. Discussed proper thawing method. Manager turned water on so it's constantly running.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Manager stated they are going to replace.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a spray bottle of water with no label. Manager had employee label bottle.
Feb 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No paper towels, mechanical hand drying device or soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the handwashing sink in the back near the cook line. Observed no paper towels at the handwashing sinks in the back cooking area. Manager replaced.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Manager had employee secure tank.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the flip top unit.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee belongings being stored above the flip top unit. Manager removed.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on oven door. Employee removed.
Jul 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed two dented cans in the dry storage area. Manager removed and voluntarily discarded.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed three flying insects in the kitchen cook line area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon being stored over cooked chicken. Manager corrected storage.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the cut lettuce on the steam table temping at 70F. Manager had employee add more ice. Re-tempted around thirty minutes later at 67F.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed an empanada in the warmer temping at 113F. Manager stated that it has been in the box for 35 min. Manger had employee refry the empanadas. Empanadas retempted at 147F.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a spice container in the handwashing sink on the cook line. Manager removed.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed little bowls being used as scoops in a bulk container of salt. Manager removed.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed the door handle to the microwave being soiled with grease.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the cook line and prep table. Manager stated that they have ordered new ones to replace them.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed several employee drinks on the prep table and being stored above the cook line. Manger removed employee drinks.
Food stored on floor in the walk in cooler. Manager had an employee place items on crates.
In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses. Employee removed.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed the lid at the dumpster being open. Manager closed lid. Observed the exterior area of the dumpster being soiled.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees on the cook line.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. In the front area and the back prep table manager removed.
Feb 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the flip top unit.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in the walk in cooler.
Jan 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beans hot holding at 107F. Manager had an employee remove beans from the steam bin.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a handwashing sink with the bottom pipes removed so it is draining onto the floor. Manager stated that the plumber was out this morning and left to get parts.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near the three compartment sink. Manager had an employee replace paper towels.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the flip top unit.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in the walk in cooler.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed in the walk in freezer. Manager had an employee store box correctly.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on the oven. Manager removed tongs.
Aug 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener Soda nozzles on soda machine
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee items ex. Aprons, speakers and bags stored on stock shelving.
Equipment in poor repair. Reachin cooler on cookline gasket torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Walking cooler
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet towel on prep table
Aug 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Pulled chicken 52F, operator placed cooling pulled chicken in walk-in cooler 7/31 at 7:00 pm, next day at 9:30 am chicken was at 52F. See stop sale
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Pizza sauce.
Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Observed employee sweeping water out the back door. Operator asked employee to use a floor drain.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Pulled chicken
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener Soda nozzles on soda machine
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand washing sink on cookline
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Several chemical spray bottles not labeled. Operator labeled bottles.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Frontline Manager secured tanks.
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. Dent can pizza sauce
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee items ex. Aprons, speakers and bags stored on stock shelving.
Equipment in poor repair. Reachin cooler on cookline gasket torn.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Hand washing sink on front line missing hot water handle.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Walking cooler
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Dessert case
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. 2 open water for employee stored in reaching freezer on cookline. Operator discarded water
Single-service articles improperly stored. Togo items sitting on floor in stockroom
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet towel on prep table
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Spray nbottle water not labeled
Feb 5, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Dec 6, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer in sanitizer bucket not at proper minimum strength. Observed sanitizer over 400 ppm. Operator added water and retested at 100 ppm.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Operator states all food stored is fresh and the date marked on the container was incorrect. He had employee update the date marking with current date.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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.
Food stored on floor. Observed fryer oil on floor. Operator removed from floor.
Jul 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Manager discarded cracked and broken eggs.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed slimy substance located in back of ice machine.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Food stored on floor. Observed two gallons of milk on floor of walk in cooler. Observed container of marinated chicken on floor of walk in cooler.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
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