CHECKERS #280
4959 E BROADWAY, Tampa FL 33605 · (813)247-1015
Last inspected Jul 27, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 4 live roaches on door inside of reach in cooler cooler. 4 live roaches inside reach in cooler. 6 live roaches under metal prep table
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023048742 | Jul 26, 2023 | Oct 2, 2023 | $800 |
| 3--2021044575 | Sep 22, 2021 | Oct 22, 2021 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 27, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on soda machine in kitchen. Operator removed.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Top sliding doors of reach in freezer next to fryer.
May 26, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found 1 live fly on clean clear plastic container. 3 live flies on wall near Handwash sink in kitchen next to three compartment sink. 1 fly on wall behind slushie machine. 1 dead fly on bottom shelf of cooks line. 1 dead fly on shelf over 3 compartment sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot holding: fried chicken patty 103 F, fried fish patty 98 F, Re heating hot holding: fried fish patty 202 F, Per manager items were put in hot holding unit at 10 am. Time temped 11:40 am. Manager put in fryer at time of inspection to bring back to temperature.
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.
Bathroom facility not clean.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on soda machine in kitchen. Operator removed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under fryers and grill on cooks line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Top sliding doors of reach in freezer next to fryer.
Jul 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Bathroom facility not clean.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting of clear containers on dish drying rack.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under grill,fryer and throughout establishment.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer on cooks line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Tops of reach in freezers on cooks line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in coolers on cooks line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk seasoning on shelf.
Feb 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Bathroom facility not clean. Toilet.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting of clear containers above r 3 compartment sink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezers in kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning On clear containers above 3 compartment sink.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Floor under fryer.
Jul 23, 2024Inspection 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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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda dispenser.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under fryer and grill area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezers in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in freezers exterior doors soiled.
Water draining onto floor surface under ice machine.
Oct 3, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Per operator tomato, lettuce,cheese and multiple items were made at 10 am.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice cream machine in kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Wet paper towel in handwash sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near fryer.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Hot dogs and beef in walk in cooler.
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 above reach in cooler near icee machine.
Employee with soiled clothing.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting of metal and clear containers above three compartment sink.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Throughout kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Bulk box of fries on floor in walk in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave near ice machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in cooler under icee machine,walk in cooler and walk in freezer.
Old food stuck to clean dish-ware holding onions on cooks line.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning on metal and clear containers above three compartment sink and Label dated 9/13/23 on clear container holding onions.
Stored food not covered. Sweet cream and candied toppings in reach in cooler under icee machine.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Jul 27, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
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.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Reused certificates, but was unable to produce new certificates for employees.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in coolers on cooks line.
Jul 27, 2023■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 4 live roaches on door inside of reach in cooler cooler. 4 live roaches inside reach in cooler. 6 live roaches under metal prep table
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.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Reused certificates, but was unable to produce new certificates for employees.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in coolers on cooks line.
Jul 26, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 3 live flies near handwash sink next to three compartment sink. 4 live flies under three compartment sink. 1 live fly in kitchen on cheddar sauce box in kitchen.
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Sherral Goutier
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chili in walk in cooler.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Reused certificate for previous employee.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Throughout kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled with grease on floor in front of fryer.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezers holding burgers and frozen nuggets and fish next to ice machine.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in coolers on cooks line.
Stored food not covered. Raw burgers in reach in freezer.
Water draining onto floor surface at soda machine.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jul 26, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 7 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 4 live roaches on door inside of reach in cooler cooler. 4 live roaches inside reach in cooler. 6 live roaches under metal prep table
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.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Reused certificates, but was unable to produce new certificates for employees.
Food stored on floor. Chicken on floor in walk in freezer. Operator relocated at time of inspection.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Ice scoop handle in ice. Operator relocated at time of inspection.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in coolers on cooks line.
Water draining onto floor surface at soda machine.
Jul 25, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 16 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 3 live flies near handwash sink next to three compartment sink. 4 live flies under three compartment sink. 1 live fly in kitchen on cheddar sauce box in kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Per operator items were taken 2 hours earlier.
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Sherral Goutier
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near fryer.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chili in walk in cooler.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Reused certificate for previous employee.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Throughout kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled with grease on floor in front of fryer.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezers holding burgers and frozen nuggets and fish next to ice machine.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning on metal and clear containers on dish drying shelf.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in coolers on cooks line.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Handwash sink near reach in freezer.
Stored food not covered. Raw burgers in reach in freezer.
Water draining onto floor surface at soda machine.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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