HAMPTON INN & SUITES
1301 E 7 AVE, Tampa FL 33605 · 813-247-6700
Last inspected Dec 11, 2025 · 5 visits since August 2023
3 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022026856 | Apr 6, 2022 | Jun 24, 2022 | $160 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
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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.
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Apples at breakfast station. Employees wasted and wrapped at time of inspection.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle of scoop in bulk walnuts.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup in bulk chocolate chips
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee purse on prep table in kitchen.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Water bottle in reach in cooler. Operator removed at time of inspection
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses on prep table in kitchen.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bleach over pancake mix and oatmeal 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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup in bulk chocolate chips
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee purse on prep table in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Half and half creamers on floor.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle of scoop in raisins.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Water bottle in reach in cooler. Operator removed at time of inspection
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses on prep table in kitchen.
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.