DISTRICT TAVERN
116 N 12TH ST, Tampa FL 33602 · 813-252-3444
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 17 visits since July 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach climbing on the wall behind dish washing machine
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
5 cases · $1,400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026020515 | Mar 16, 2026 | Apr 16, 2026 | $400 |
| 3--2025078071 | Oct 14, 2025 | Dec 10, 2025 | $400 |
| 3--2024030054 | Mar 4, 2024 | Oct 2, 2024 | $200 |
| 3--2024028499 | Mar 4, 2024 | Jun 20, 2024 | $200 |
| 3--2018005148 | Dec 19, 2017 | Feb 23, 2018 | $200 |
Inspection history
17 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hand washing sink by dish area faucet soiled. Blue Fan on cooks line soiled. Reach in cooler gaskets soiled on cooks line.
Jul 28, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee grabbed chicken with gloves and removed gloves and put new gloves on no hand washing discussed with employee the importance of hand washing
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.raw shell eggs over blue cheese and vegetables walk in cooler employee discarded eggs
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach climbing on the wall behind dish washing machine
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in Cooler main cooks line cook corn 48F cook rice 44F garlic butter 60F moved foods to reach in freezer all to 43F
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Stored bucket inside sink. Bucket was removed
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink three compartment room
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hand washing sink by dish area faucet soiled. Blue Fan on cooks line soiled. Reach in cooler gaskets soiled on cooks line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Main reach in cooler cooks line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind dish washer machine
Mar 17, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 16, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach behind wall in the corner by dish storage. Roach went between crack of wall at time of inspection
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. raw tuna removedremovedremoved removed
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler under stove top grill Cold holding: raw beef 46F raw chicken 48F cook onion gravy 46F held less than 4 hours manager added ice bags to food under grill. Reach in cooler on cooks line across from kitchen back door Cold holding: raw beef 46F raw chicken 48F cook onion gravy 46F manager began putting ice bags on the food under stove top. Raw chicken 48F sitting in bucket off ice on cooks line employee began adding water to the ice buckets
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Raw tuna not removed from the packaging stored in reach in cooler. See stop sale
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath the kitchen equipment
Oct 14, 2025Administrative 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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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee touched face than added gloves no hand washing involved discussed with employee the importance of hand washing
Live, small flying insects found 2 live flies by mop sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken prep station Cold holding: garlic butter 56F 2nd temp 43F cook wings 55F 2nd temp 51F employee added ice to all items. Reach in cooler on cooks line across from hand washing sink Cold holding: cut tomatoes 52F blue cheese 51F feta cheese 51F cook potatoes 51 F employee rapid cooled with ice 2nd temp all items dropped to 43F
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. Observed 2 employees missing for 3 employees
Ceiling tile missing. Close to walk in cooler area
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. 1 employee preparing on cooks line
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Underneath the flat top grill
Apr 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 15, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
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 discussion with management to use the wash rinse and sanitize method observed quat sanitizer
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked noodles cook rice cut tomatoes walk in cooler
Apr 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
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 discussion with management to use the wash rinse and sanitize method observed quat sanitizer
Live, small flying insects found 1 live fly in the pesto white sauce.1 live fly in kitchen
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fly landed in the pesto sauce employee discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cut tomatoes 45 f cook rice 45 f cook quinoa 45 f reach in cooler on cooks line left side facing the dish washing machine. All foods moved to freezer 2nd temp 43 f
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink blocked.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked noodles cook rice cut tomatoes walk in cooler
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on the prep table.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand washing sink runs water but the plumbing is not functioning the hand washing sink pip is not connected a reach in cooler unit is underneath the sink.
Dec 4, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under equipment soiled.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Nov 21, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
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. 0 ppm
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under equipment soiled.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Single-service articles improperly stored. In outside storage under open air parking garage.
Nov 20, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate8 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. 0 ppm
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen operator replaced
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under equipment soiled.
Food stored outside. Multiple food dry goods being stored across the alleyway under the parking garage canned goods, food items packaged in bulk paper bags like bread crumbs and baking flour, and items like breakfast syrup, and chocolate Syrup in plastic bottles. Kitchen manager came in and employees moved the food items inside.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Portable water tank not enclosed or sloped to drain properly.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Single-service articles improperly stored. In outside storage under open air parking garage.
Mar 7, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.in kitchen
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors in kitchen, walk in cooler and bar area soiled
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In kitchen
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Inside walk in cooler vent leaking into bucket on floor.
Mar 6, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Multiple items in walk in cooler, see stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken wings (50F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (53F - Cold Holding); chicken tenders (50F - Cold Holding); mozzarella shredded cheese (50F); rice cooked (50F - Cold Holding); sausage (50F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (53F - Cold Holding); goat cheese (49F - Cold Holding); diced tomato (49F - Cold Holding); pork potstickers (53F - Cold Holding); butter (48F - Cold Holding); sour cream (49F - Cold Holding); blue cheese (49F - Cold Holding) iced down items in walk in cooler
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.in kitchen
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in walk in cooler not date marked, cut tomato, cut lettuce, potstickers, sausage.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors in kitchen, walk in cooler and bar area soiled
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In kitchen
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Inside walk in cooler vent leaking into bucket on floor.
Mar 4, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked chicken wings marked for 2-26-2024.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Cooked chicken wings.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Multiple items in walk in cooler, see stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken wings (50F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (53F - Cold Holding); chicken tenders (50F - Cold Holding); mozzarella shredded cheese (50F); rice cooked (50F - Cold Holding); sausage (50F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (53F - Cold Holding); goat cheese (49F - Cold Holding); diced tomato (49F - Cold Holding); pork potstickers (53F - Cold Holding); butter (48F - Cold Holding); sour cream (49F - Cold Holding); blue cheese (49F - Cold Holding) iced down items in walk in cooler
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.in kitchen
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in walk in cooler not date marked, cut tomato, cut lettuce, potstickers, sausage.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors in kitchen, walk in cooler and bar area soiled
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In kitchen
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Inside walk in cooler vent leaking into bucket on floor.
Aug 3, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles missing from kitchen area above walk in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under equipment in kitchen
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Jul 27, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Oven Equipment boxes in front of sin, blocking access to it.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Back kitchen sink
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles missing from kitchen area above walk in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under equipment in kitchen
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Jul 26, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Poultry (45F - Cold Holding); Dairy (45F - Cold Holding); Plant Foods (46F - Cold Holding); Beef (46F - Cold Holding); Dairy (44F - Cold Holding); Poultry (44F - Cold Holding) walk in cooler, operator will ice down all items that require cold holding until repairs are made. Operator scheduled repairs during inspection.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Oven Equipment boxes in front of sin, blocking access to it.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Back kitchen sink
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles missing from kitchen area above walk in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under equipment in kitchen
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
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