FIREHOUSE SUBS 164
2710 E FOWLER AVE STE 3, Tampa FL 33612 · 813-849-1640
Last inspected Aug 12, 2025 · 6 visits since December 2023
DEC 23
APR 24
AUG 24
AUG 25
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4 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One fly observed in back kitchen area. Operator killed at time of inspection. Operator sanitized at time of inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022050301 | Jul 18, 2022 | May 11, 2023 | $320 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Aug 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket are torn inside reach in cooler on front line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets inside reach in cooler on front line has buildup of old food debris.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in bottom of double door refrigerator in back kitchen area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Soiled wet cloth stored on food preparation table. Manager removed and properly stored cloth.
Aug 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One fly observed in back kitchen area. Operator killed at time of inspection. Operator sanitized at time of inspection.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Back Handwash sink blocked by boxes and old equipment, discussed with operator. Operator moved at time of inspection.
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. Some employees without training. Dale Stewart
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Discussed with operator on fully completing certifications with all required information.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle near 3 compartment sink. Operator labeled at time of inspection.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on front reach in cooler in disrepair. Discussed with operator. Gaskets on Coca Cola cooler near kitchen entrance. Gaskets on tall reach in cooler near slicer in back kitchen area. Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards on front prep table.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of soda machine around nozzle soiled. Operator cleaned at time of inspection.
May 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker at end of splitter connected to hose attachment. Discussed with operator.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on reach in cooler next to hand wash sink. Cutting boards throughout kitchen in disrepair. Discussed with operator.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on reach in cooler on makeline in disrepair. Reach in cooler next to make line in disrepair. Discussed with operator.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in cooler on make line soiled. Discussed with operator.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler next to kitchen entrance. discussed with operator.
Apr 30, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee used the bathroom and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands upon returning to employee area. Employee went from restroom to slicing bread no handwash upon entry to kitchen, discussed with operator on proper handwash procedure. Operator discussed with employee and employee washed hands at time of inspection.
Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm) CORRECTED TO; Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 200ppm)
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker at end of splitter connected to hose attachment. Discussed with operator.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda spout soiled on soda machine. Discussed with operator. Operator cleaned and sanitized at time of inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sink used to dump ice. Discussed with operator.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Discussed with operator on maintaining paperwork. Provided operator reporting agreement. Warning**
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on reach in cooler next to hand wash sink. Cutting boards throughout kitchen in disrepair. Discussed with operator.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on reach in cooler on makeline in disrepair. Reach in cooler next to make line in disrepair. Discussed with operator.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in cooler on make line soiled. Discussed with operator.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler next to kitchen entrance. discussed with operator.
Feb 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop sitting on floor by mop sink. Employee properly stored mop.
Dec 12, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink has dishes stored inside it. Employee removed dishes.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager has no food handlers certification.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Ceiling tiles missed in back kitchen area.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Sanitizer solution stored on food preparation nest to pickles. Employee removed and properly stored solution.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop sitting on floor by mop sink. Employee properly stored mop.
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.