FLEX SPORTS BAR AND ULTRA LOUNGE
2003 E 7 AVE, Tampa FL 33605 · 813-495-6417
Last inspected Jun 11, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches on floor in kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025086317 | Nov 7, 2025 | Apr 8, 2026 | $200 |
| 3--2018026289 | Apr 30, 2018 | Jul 5, 2018 | $800 |
| 3--2017040441 | May 4, 2017 | Oct 4, 2017 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jun 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink in kitchen.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Open dumpster lid.
Nov 9, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over cooked cooked chicken wings in reach in cooler. Employee relocated at time of inspection to prevent cross contamination.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Disinfecting spray on ice machine in kitchen.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine in kitchen.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked wings and multiple items.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee opened water bottle on shelf over reach in cooler in kitchen.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cooks in kitchen.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Open dumpster lid.
Nov 7, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority7 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 20 findings ▾
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 3 live ants on wall near shelf closest to fryers.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over cooked cooked chicken wings in reach in cooler. Employee relocated at time of inspection to prevent cross contamination.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken and beef over raw shrimp in reach in cooler. Operator relocated at time of inspection to prevent cross contamination.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches on floor in kitchen.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Disinfecting spray on ice machine in kitchen.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine in kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Towel and brush cleaner in hws at bar.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink in kitchen.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink in kitchen.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked wings and multiple items.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Paper bowl in bulk flour.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach under 3 compartment sink. 1 dead roach on towel on top of reach in cooler. 2 dead roaches on floor next to reach in freezer in kitchen. Approximately 30 roach egg casings on dirty towel under 3 compartment sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee opened water bottle on shelf over reach in cooler in kitchen.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cooks in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Bulk boxes of oil on floor in kitchen.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Open dumpster lid.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk flour.
May 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Paper towel dispenser next to triple sink at time of inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed prepared food not labeled in reach in coolers at time of inspection.
Feb 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked beef in reach in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with purple liquid under handwash sink.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen.
Dec 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded.
0 High priority7 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. 5 employees working at time of inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked beef in reach in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with purple liquid under handwash sink.
Employee eating while preparing food. Employee water bottle on reach in cooler in kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen.
Open dumpster lid.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Bulk boxes of Togo containers on floor in kitchen.
Mar 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw bacon over unwashed tomato's in walk in cooler. Operator removed at time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken and multiple items in reach in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Bulk oil and flour on floor in kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters and gaskets of reach in coolers.
Open dumpster lid.
Dec 27, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority8 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 19 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw bacon over unwashed tomato's in walk in cooler. Operator removed at time of inspection.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Oven cleaner and multiple buckets in front of handwash sink in kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Buckets in handwash sink in kitchen.
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.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken and multiple items in reach in cooler.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in bulk flour.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee boiled peanuts in reach in cooler next to raw chicken. Operator removed at time of inspection.
Food stored on floor. Bulk oil and flour on floor in kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters and gaskets of reach in coolers.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in coolers in kitchen.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler across from fryers.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walks throughout kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk flour.
Jul 17, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Ceiling tile missing. Above handwash sink in kitchen, above reach in freezer and near ice machine.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses on three compartment sink.
Jul 6, 2023Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Licensing inspection per operator establishment is meant to open 7/11/23.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Ceiling tile missing. Above handwash sink in kitchen, above reach in freezer and near ice machine.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing under three compartment sink and near fryer.
Hole in or other damage to wall near three compartment sink and handwash sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sink in kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses on three compartment sink.
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