CHICK-FIL-A
3019 COVE BEND DR, Tampa FL 33613 · 813-866-7766
Last inspected Jul 10, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 35 points better than where it started.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 live fly landing on a dry storage container Observed 1 live fly landing on a trash can in the catering area.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 10, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 8, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (52F - Cold Holding) in a cooler on the frying station, manager stated that they prepared and placed in cooler yesterday and the cooler was cleaned and employees forgot to plug cooler back in yesterday as well which caused temperatures to rise, stop sale issued, manager voluntarily discarded items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (52F - Cold Holding) in a cooler on the frying station, manager stated that they prepared and placed in cooler yesterday and the cooler was cleaned and employees forgot to plug cooler back in yesterday as well which caused temperatures to rise, stop sale issued, manager voluntarily discarded items.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in the walk in freezer.
Oct 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a bottle of restroom cleaner near clean pans and equipment.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed food debris on the handles to the thawing cabinet near the handwashing sink in the frying station.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee beverage being stored on the ice machine.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting in the dish drying area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled shelves in the reach in thawing cooler near the breading station.
Jul 17, 2025Inspection 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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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the thawing cabinet closest to the sandwich frying station being soiled with food debris build up.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee cellphone on the make line.
Feb 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed window cleaning solution being stored on the hand washing sink. Employee removed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee drink on a storage rack on the cook line. Employee removed.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the interior of the thawing/ reach in cooler in the chicken frying area being heavily soiled with food debris.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Observed tea stained bin on the clean dishes rack in the dish washing area.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed tomatoes, strawberries and blueberries being stored over ready to eat Mac and cheese and lettuce in the walk in cooler.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed food soiled floors in the walk in freezer.
Sep 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 20 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority1 Intermediate14 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed an employee use a cleaning wipes to clean table, then continued to make food without changing gloves or washing hands in between. Manager spoke to employee about proper handwashing.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 live fly landing on a dry storage container Observed 1 live fly landing on a trash can in the catering area.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 1 dead lizard on the floor in the catering area. Manager cleaned and sanitize
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee move employee drinks without washing hands. Employee washed hands after being advised.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemicals in spray bottles hanging from a handwashing sink next to fry station. Manager removed and stored in the correct location
Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observed the final rinse temperature of the dishwasher machine at 160F. Advised GM to contact his maintenance personnel and to sanitize using three compartment sink. Observed the GM set up 3 compartment sink. Sanitizer tested at 200ppm three compartment sink. GM started to contact maintenance.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed 3 dead flies on the floor in the catering area. Manager cleaned and sanitize
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on the floor in the catering area. Manager cleaned and sanitize
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks stored on top of the ice machine. Employee placed drink in the proper designated area. Observed employee drinks with no lid with a straw
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee cellphone on a storage rack next to the prep area. Employee removed phone.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet stacked containers in the dishwashing area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in the walk in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs in use stored on the handle of of a push cart at the frying station. Manager removed tongs
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed operator choking poster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled shelves above chicken prep area with dust and debris. Observed the thawing coolers soiled with old food debris.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Observed tea debris on clean dishes in the dish washing area.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed grape tomatoes stored over prepped ready to eat chicken in the walk in cooler. Manager corrected the storage of the items.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe at the hand wash sink.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed a wet cloth being used next to the biscuit making area.
Jan 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dumpster overflowing garbage. Recyclable dumpster overflowing with cardboard boxes.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee jacket stored next to lids for to go cups.
No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions.
Sep 5, 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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Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Quaternary Ammonia tested at 800 PPM. Manager added water and retested at 400 PPM.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed dishes stacked on rack with accumulated water between dishes.
Equipment in poor repair. Dish machine not operable. Manager currently using three compartment sink.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash signs observed at hand sinks located in the kitchen.
Open dumpster lid.
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