FAT TUESDAY
1704 7TH AVE, Tampa FL 33605
Last inspected Feb 10, 2026 · 7 visits since December 2023
DEC 23
APR 24
AUG 24
DEC 25
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4 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cold holding: butter 87 F, approximately 12 hours per operator butter has been left out over night to soften.
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $780
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022008481 | Jan 26, 2022 | Mar 23, 2022 | $200 |
| 3--2017049263 | Aug 22, 2017 | Nov 30, 2017 | $300 |
| 3--2016057003 | Dec 2, 2016 | Mar 10, 2017 | $280 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Feb 10, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Food stored on floor. Bulk soda boxes on floor in dry storage area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen.
Dec 8, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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. Ice machines near beer 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 in kitchen.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In front ice machines near beer walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Bulk soda boxes on floor in dry storage area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen.
Aug 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 13, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards.
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.
Apr 22, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards.
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.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table in kitchen.
Apr 10, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 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. Chlorine 0 ppm.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cold holding: butter 87 F, approximately 12 hours per operator butter has been left out over night to soften.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: butter 87 F, approximately 12 hours per operator butter has been left out over night to soften.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards.
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.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table in kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee vape on prep table in kitchen.
Dec 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork over oysters I walk in cooler. Operator relocated at time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with clear liquid.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in bulk flour.
Stored food not covered. Chowder in reach in cooler.
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.