GRILL AT MORRIS BRIDGE
10920 CROSS CREEK BLVD, Tampa FL 33647 · 813-523-7026
Last inspected Aug 14, 2026 · 12 visits since August 2023
5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025011100 | Dec 26, 2024 | Mar 25, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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.
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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.
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.
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
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.
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.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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.
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.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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.
Food stored on floor. Fryer oil on the floor under electric panel. Operator placed oil off the floor.
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. At bar.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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.
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.
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,
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,
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.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Roach excrement and/or droppings present. 2 old roach egg casings, manager washed, rinsed, and sanitizer.
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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed coffee stains in the bottom and sides of hand sink on server line.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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 soap provided at handwash sink at bar.
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.
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board is also melted and bent.
Drain cover(s) missing behind ice machine on server line, mop sink, and at bar.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water on cook line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in server area. Grease build up under prep table, utensil, and soiled cloth behind soda machine.
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Wood plates are cracked and have leather handles. Chef threw plates away.
Hood vents soiled with grease, food debris, or dust.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees on cook line and on server line.
Open dumpster lid.
Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Plumbing repaired with duct tape.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Chef moved to bucket.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board. Soda guns at bar.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket not inverted.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on prep cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Throughout kitchen.
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.
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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.
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
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board. Soda guns at bar.
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket not inverted.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on prep cooler.
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches under prep sink
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee prepping food with no beard guard.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In dish area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven door handle, employee removed at time of inspection.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Throughout kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed IBUprofen stored on shelf above prep table Corrected observed employee remove
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
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
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed stored in between two cookline reachin coolers Corrected -observed employee remove
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
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
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
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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