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GRILL AT MORRIS BRIDGE

10920 CROSS CREEK BLVD, Tampa FL 33647 · 813-523-7026

Last inspected Aug 14, 2026 · 12 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats148
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA3918871
Grade history
FEB 25
MAY 25
JAN 26
MAY 26
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 10 live roaches under handwash sink next to reach in cooler on cook line 1 live roach near walk in cooler
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2025011100Dec 26, 2024Mar 25, 2025$400

Inspection history

12 visits, newest first

Aug 14, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 13, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 5 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

2 High priority0 Intermediate3 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. Observed chlorine 0ppm from dishwasher. Manager set up 3 compartment sink and called tech to come look at the dishwasher.
High priority/22-41-4/Corrective Action Taken
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 5 live roaches on top of dishwasher. 1 live roach on wall under dishwasher. Manager eradicated and sanitized area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Dead roaches on premises. 4 dead roaches on top of dishwasher 1 dead roach on floor of dishwasher area 1 dead roach on dish racking table to the left of the dishwasher. Manage eradicated and sanitized area
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed coffee on shelf over pull top reach in cooler. Employee moved.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone on shelf above pull top reach in cooler. Employee moved.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
May 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 4 fillets of grouper thawed in reduced oxygen packaging when instructions on package say to remove from packaging before thawing. Manager voluntarily discarded.
High priority/01B-13-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. 4 fillets of grouper thawed in reduced oxygen packaging when instructions on package say to remove from packaging before thawing. Manager voluntarily discarded.
Basic/06-01-5
Jan 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slimy buildup in soda gun nozzle at bar. Operator cleaned.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Fryer oil on the floor under electric panel. Operator placed oil off the floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. At bar.
Basic/29-17-4
May 20, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate3 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. Observed the dishwasher machine testing at 0. Manager primed the machine and re-tested at 50ppm.
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site
Required employee training expired for one employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Only one employee had expired training.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Manager sanitized the are,
Basic/22-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust soiled ceiling vents in the dish washing area,
Basic/36-34-5
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed peeling floors throughout the kitchen in the cook and prep areas. Observed missing tiles in the walk in cooler.
Basic/36-02-5
Feb 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority5 Intermediate11 Basic
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Roach excrement and/or droppings present. 2 old roach egg casings, manager washed, rinsed, and sanitizer.
High priority/35A-23-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cut tomatoes (56F - Cold Holding);raw beef (49F- Cold Holding); Cheese (44F - Cold Holding)Food put out at 10 am, temped at 1:30 pm chef and employees moved items to sheet pans and placed in freezer. Chef informed employees not to use cooler. Retemp end at 3 pm raw beef 32F, cut tomatoes 36F, chef threw the cheese away.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed coffee stains in the bottom and sides of hand sink on server line.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink at bar.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed paperwork to chef.
Intermediate/03F-10-5/Warning
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket right side up with handle inside. Chef flipped and placed handle in pan.
Basic/24-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board is also melted and bent.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning
Drain cover(s) missing behind ice machine on server line, mop sink, and at bar.
Basic/29-18-4/Warning
Floor area(s) covered with standing water on cook line.
Basic/36-22-4/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in server area. Grease build up under prep table, utensil, and soiled cloth behind soda machine.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Wood plates are cracked and have leather handles. Chef threw plates away.
Basic/14-13-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Hood vents soiled with grease, food debris, or dust.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees on cook line and on server line.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Warning
Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Plumbing repaired with duct tape.
Basic/29-07-5/Warning
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Chef moved to bucket.
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Dec 27, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board. Soda guns at bar.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 27, 2024 · Time Extended
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning/Return visit Dec 27, 2024 · Time Extended
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket not inverted.
Basic/24-05-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 27, 2024 · Time Extended
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on prep cooler.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 27, 2024 · Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 27, 2024 · Time Extended
Floors not maintained smooth and durable.
Basic/36-11-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 27, 2024 · Time Extended
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Throughout kitchen.
Basic/36-30-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 27, 2024 · Time Extended
Dec 26, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 17 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

2 High priority2 Intermediate13 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 tested 0 ppm, operator changed chemical tested 100 ppm chlorine.
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 10 live roaches under handwash sink next to reach in cooler on cook line 1 live roach near walk in cooler
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board. Soda guns at bar.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
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. For new hire. Employee signed at time of inspection.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket not inverted.
Basic/24-05-4/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on prep cooler.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches under prep sink
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table.
Basic/12B-07-4/Warning
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee prepping food with no beard guard.
Basic/13-04-4/Warning
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In dish area.
Basic/36-22-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Floors not maintained smooth and durable.
Basic/36-11-4/Warning
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Basic/14-42-4/Warning
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven door handle, employee removed at time of inspection.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Throughout kitchen.
Basic/36-30-4/Warning
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Warning
Mar 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
Basic/36-22-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Basic/21-12-4
Oct 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed IBUprofen stored on shelf above prep table Corrected observed employee remove
High priority/41-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored above prep table on cookline Corrected -observed employee remove
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee bag stored on prep table Observed employee remove
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed stored in between two cookline reachin coolers Corrected -observed employee remove
Basic/10-17-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed 10 pairs of tongs stored on oven handles on cookline
Basic/10-01-5
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed missing at service line hand sink Corrected -observed employee replace at hand sink
Basic/31B-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk salt not labeled on shelf above prep table Corrected-observed employee label
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Aug 17, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic

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.