CULVERS
2303 SUN VISTA DR, Lutz FL 33549 · 813-949-1414
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 14 visits since October 2023
JAN 25
APR 25
DEC 25
APR 26
JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live roach on the water drain on custard machine in front counter area - manager removed roach and cleaned and sanitized area -1 live roach on floor under storage shelf in storage area opposite custard machine - manager removed roach, cleaned and sanitized area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023063804 | Oct 9, 2023 | Dec 18, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Equipment in poor repair. Two drawers reach in cooler under microwave it helping food cold. Food temperature is 50F.
Jul 28, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine tested 4 times chlorine sanitation solution 0ppm, operator set up triple sink quaternary sanitation solution 200ppm
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Portioned cheese sauce 48F-cold holding) dated on 7/25/26; Portioned cooked broccoli (50F-cold holding ) dated on 7/27/26; Portioned mess potato (51F-cold holding ) dated 7/25/26 See stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw hamburger (51F-cold holding ) in reach in cooler in cook line. Operator stated the beef been there less than 1hour. Operator moved the beef to walk in cooler chill down quickly.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee no beard guard while cooking on grill, manager asked him to put beard guard on
Equipment in poor repair. Two drawers reach in cooler under microwave it helping food cold. Food temperature is 50F.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler interior soiled with food debris. Operator cleaned it during the inspection
Apr 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler ambient temperature gauge broken showing past -40f.
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Manager had 1 employee that expired on their food handler card and unable to pull up acknowledged health policy.
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.
Ceiling vent covers missing in dish area
Equipment in poor repair. Reaching freezer on cook line not maintaining foods frozen solid. All potentially hazardous food product products were within temperature range or proper cold holding.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer and condenser line
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer on Cook line soiled with accumulated food debris
Dec 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. grilled chicken (50F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler next to grill station. Operator stated that it's been there only two hours from walk in cooler. I checked the item in walk in cooler and temperature 40F. Operator moved it to walk in freezer cool off quickly, blue cheese (45F- Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (48F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler cross from gill station in kitchen; Operator stated all items stocked in just two hours ago. Operator moved them to reach in freezer cool off quickly
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Two employees no beard guard while engaging food preparation
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler interior bottom shelf soiled with food debris and standing water
Dec 15, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. grilled chicken (50F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler next to grill station. Operator stated that it's been there only two hours from walk in cooler. I checked the item in walk in cooler and temperature 40F. Operator moved it to walk in freezer cool off quickly, blue cheese (45F- Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (48F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler cross from gill station in kitchen; Operator stated all items stocked in just two hours ago. Operator moved them to reach in freezer cool off quickly
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Speaker on shelf with single serving utensils above prep table in kitchen
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Two employees no beard guard while engaging food preparation
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soda nozzles exterior soiled in dinning room
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler interior bottom shelf soiled with food debris and standing water
Apr 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate0 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. Dish machine was ran three times, all readings 0ppm. Employee states that it was tested this morning and it was at the proper ppm. Employee was washing dishes during inspection. Employee changed sanitizer bucket, 0ppm. Discontinue use of dish machine until it is sanitizing properly. Use three compartment sink to sanitize dishes until dish machine is able to sanitize dishes. Three compartment sink 200ppm quaternary.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. butter packs (67F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. butter packs (67F - Cold Holding) sitting on front counter over night. Operator states temperature of the butter was not taken. Butter was not on ice or in a cold holding unit. Discussed using time as a public health control for the butter. See stop sale.
Jan 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Ice buildup walk-in freezer.
Jun 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches under the soda vending machine cabinet. Manager removed and sanitized area.
Jan 4, 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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Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Employee chewing gum while making and cooking food, employee discarded chewing gum
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Drawers soiled
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler across from grill
Oct 10, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Expired chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom in employee bathroom
Oct 9, 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 priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -Two live roach on the hose behind custard machine,- manager removed roach and sanitized area -one live roach crawling out of electric fixture on wall behind custard machine - one live roach on floor near triple sink -manager removed roach and cleaned and sanitized area - one live roach with egg sac crawling on side of custard machine
Expired chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -soiled ice chute at beverage station in customer self service area
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. - Jacob unable to provide proof of food manager certification - proof of Certified Food manager provided for Tanner
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom in employee bathroom
Dead roaches on premises. -One dead roach on floor behind soda boxes in storage area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - soiled shelf opposite custard machine
Oct 9, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live roach on the water drain on custard machine in front counter area - manager removed roach and cleaned and sanitized area -1 live roach on floor under storage shelf in storage area opposite custard machine - manager removed roach, cleaned and sanitized area
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -bagged chili at 119 F in steam table opposite grill - over 2 hours - time undetermined per manager - manager discarded chili
Time/temperature control for safety, commercially processed food reheating for hot holding not heated to a minimum temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit in all parts. -bagged chili at 119 F in steam table opposite grill - over 2 hours - time undetermined per manager - manager discarded chili
chemical test kit expired provided when using sanitizer at ware washing machine. Per manager, test strips are on order
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom in woman's bathroom
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach inside cabinet under ice bin at drive thru area - manager removed roach, cleaned and sanitized area - 1 dead roach on floor in storage area opposite custard machine -manager removed roach and cleaned and sanitized area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - soiled walk in cooler shelves - soiled shelves in prep area and storage area
Oct 5, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live roach on the water drain on custard machine in front counter area - manager removed roach and cleaned and sanitized area -1 live roach on floor under storage shelf in storage area opposite custard machine - manager removed roach, cleaned and sanitized area
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -bagged chili at 119 F in steam table opposite grill - over 2 hours - time undetermined per manager - manager discarded chili
Time/temperature control for safety, commercially processed food reheating for hot holding not heated to a minimum temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit in all parts. -bagged chili at 119 F in steam table opposite grill - over 2 hours - time undetermined per manager - manager discarded chili
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at drive thru window - manager placed towels at hand wash sink
chemical test kit expired provided when using sanitizer at ware washing machine. Per manager, test strips are on order
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation at cook line -Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation at cook line
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom in woman's bathroom
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach inside cabinet under ice bin at drive thru area - manager removed roach, cleaned and sanitized area - 1 dead roach on floor in storage area opposite custard machine -manager removed roach and cleaned and sanitized area
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. - speaker on shelf above food prep area near walk in cooler - manager removed item
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris behind custard machine
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - soiled walk in cooler shelves - soiled shelves in prep area and storage area
Stored food not covered. - ice cream cones not covered in dispenser by custard - manager covered dispenser
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. - unlabeled bulk container of sugar in prep area
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