CARIBBEAN SANDWICH SHOP AND BAKERY
8240 W WATERS AVE, Tampa FL 33615 · 813-886-6913
Last inspected Apr 29, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
MAR 24
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DEC 25
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026018690 | Dec 16, 2025 | May 4, 2026 | $800 |
| 3--2026001874 | Dec 16, 2025 | Feb 23, 2026 | $160 |
| 3--2019035900 | Mar 29, 2019 | Aug 21, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Apr 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. For raw shell eggs inspector printed paperwork and filled out with manager
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on prep table management removed
Feb 23, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards on make line adjacent to front counter
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Manager stated they added reach in freezer in back storage area along with single service items. No plans on file to confirm equipment layout. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in front counter area with make table, juicer, display case and coffee station.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles In front counter area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved white cutting board on make line cooler adjacent to front counter.
Open dumpster lid.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed unsealed wood at front counter. Discussed with operator ways to seal.
Dec 16, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 17 findings ▾
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed manager crack shelled eggs with gloved hands. Then proceeded to handle clean tongs and spatulas with out changing gloves and washing hands. Educated operator. They then changed gloves and washed hands
Time/temperature control for safety food controlled by time and required to be marked with the use by time is not marked and the required time of disposal cannot be determined. See stop sale. Operator verified they received bag of shredded mozzarella cheese on Friday. Operator not sure when bag was torn open. Stop sale issued.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Operator verified they received bag of shredded mozzarella cheese on Friday. Operator not sure when bag was torn open. Stop sale issued.
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. Emailed copy to operator.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards on make line adjacent to front counter
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Manager stated they added reach in freezer in back storage area along with single service items. No plans on file to confirm equipment layout. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in front counter area with make table, juicer, display case and coffee station.
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Operator stated they ran out of bleach they usually use and is on order. Operator went to store to get bleach. Operator came back with bleach approved for food contact surfaces.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Safe staff certificate missing food manager name and certificate number. Manager filled in information.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles In front counter area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved white cutting board on make line cooler adjacent to front counter.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observe purse on soda under front counter. Manager moved item.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In woman's restroom. Operator posted sign
Open dumpster lid.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed multiple drinks in back reach in cooler by deli meats. Manager put items in separate container.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed unsealed wood at front counter. Discussed with operator ways to seal.
Feb 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored over ham in reachin cooler on cookline. Employee placed on bottom shelf.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cup stored in hand sink. Employee removed
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored on prep table. Employee removed
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk sugar not labeled on shelf above hand sink in dish area. Employee labeled
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Sandwich press machine stored on prep counter.
Oct 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. A container stored in handwash sink to catch dripping water from faucet at kitchen. Operator removed container.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Men's restroom. No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Women's restroom.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked diced steak.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in dry food storage room.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Water leaking from faucet in handwash sink at kitchen.
May 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
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.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Ice buildup in chest freezer in dry storage room, caused lid can not completely closed.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Mar 28, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 cans of black bean dented on brims.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee handled cash payment at cash register, then returned to work with food without replace her gloves and wash hands.
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.
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.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In dry storage room.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Ice buildup in chest freezer in dry storage room, caused lid can not completely closed.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with grease.
Oct 10, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw sliced steak stored over sliced ham and chorizo in reach-in cooler. Operator rearranged items to prevent cross contamination.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee cracked raw shell eggs then handled clean plate with the same gloves. Discussed with operator about proper gloves changing and handwash procedures, employee washed hands and replaced gloves.
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. Provided by email.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided by email.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwash sink at restroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust.
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.