CHEZ FABY
500 N TAMPA ST, Tampa FL 33602 · 813-450-3536
Last inspected Aug 4, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut tomato's in bin 46F less than 4 hours, operator iced down pan holding cut tomato's
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022021609 | Mar 11, 2022 | May 27, 2022 | $160 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Container of medicine improperly stored. Head ace bottle stored with restaurants food back storage room. Manager moved
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White board
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed strawberries over quiche reach in cooler back storage area
Mar 16, 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
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pot of cut potatoes in sink manager removed
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Above food prepare station.
Oct 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 11, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. No identification on poached eggs
Jul 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Tested at 0 ppm tested two times discussed with owner to use the three compartment sink to sanitize the dishes.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Onion soup reheated started at 7:00 am took temperature at 10:30 am at 69F
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Onion soup reheated started at 7:00 am took temperature at 10:30 am at 69F
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Stored container in sink employee removed.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. No identification on poached eggs
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. Missing for 4 employees observed 1 employee training
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cook beef cook sausage multiple items not dated
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. 1 expired fabiennu louan 3-14-2025
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Above reach in cooler.
Jan 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment at bar and in kitchen
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. In main kitchen. Discussed with operator proper places to put insect control devices.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Oct 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap.in kitchen
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Out of chlorine chemicals, operator has 3 compartment sink set up until shipment comes in
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under cabinets and under equipment in kotchen
Jan 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Operator fixed
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Plastic plates chipped and worn
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. In kitchen over reach in cooler
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Nov 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut tomato's in bin 46F less than 4 hours, operator iced down pan holding cut tomato's
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. In kitchen
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Kitchen, bar, and dry storage
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Sides of equipment soiled
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.