HANGRY JOE'S HOT CHICKEN
5347 GALL BLVD, Zephyrhills FL 33542 · 813-355-3936
Last inspected Aug 5, 2026 · 12 visits since August 2023
OCT 24
FEB 25
NOV 25
APR 26
JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
3 live small flying insects found near prep kitchen landing on lids of containers.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $520
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022028101 | May 31, 2022 | Jul 22, 2022 | $320 |
| 3--2016040104 | Jul 26, 2016 | Sep 22, 2016 | $200 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 5, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair across from walk-in door and in dry storage area above shelves.
Equipment in poor repair. Toaster in kitchen in poor repair and heavily soiled.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer near fans.
Aug 4, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Breaded Chicken (47F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (47F - Cold Holding); Buttermilk (49F - Cold Holding); Coleslaw (51F - Cold Holding); Raw Shell Eggs (47F - Cold Holding); Ranch and Blue Cheese - Buttermilk Dressing (47F - Cold Holding) in walk-in cooler. Temperatures were not taken today. Issued stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Breaded Chicken (47F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (47F - Cold Holding); Buttermilk (49F - Cold Holding); Coleslaw (51F - Cold Holding); Raw Shell Eggs (47F - Cold Holding); Ranch and Blue Cheese - Buttermilk Dressing (47F - Cold Holding) in walk-in cooler. Temperatures were not taken today. Issued stop sale.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair across from walk-in door and in dry storage area above shelves.
Equipment in poor repair. Toaster in kitchen in poor repair and heavily soiled.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer near fans.
Jul 28, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
3 live small flying insects found near prep kitchen landing on lids of containers.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Breaded Chicken (47F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (47F - Cold Holding); Buttermilk (49F - Cold Holding); Coleslaw (51F - Cold Holding); Raw Shell Eggs (47F - Cold Holding); Ranch and Blue Cheese - Buttermilk Dressing (47F - Cold Holding) in walk-in cooler. Temperatures were not taken today. Issued stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Breaded Chicken (47F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (47F - Cold Holding); Buttermilk (49F - Cold Holding); Coleslaw (51F - Cold Holding); Raw Shell Eggs (47F - Cold Holding); Ranch and Blue Cheese - Buttermilk Dressing (47F - Cold Holding) in walk-in cooler. Temperatures were not taken today. Issued stop sale.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemicals stored on shelf in prep area next to dry storage items. Cans of Lysol stored on shelf with cans of cooking spray. Items moved.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair across from walk-in door and in dry storage area above shelves.
Equipment in poor repair. Toaster in kitchen in poor repair and heavily soiled.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer near fans.
Apr 7, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2/1/2026. Establishment open and operating.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Sliced American cheese in walk in cooler dated 3/31/26
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Vaping device and jacket on prep table. Operator removed items.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Mixing bowls on clean dish shelf
Food stored on floor. Buckets of mayonnaise and pickles on floor in walk in cooler.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Takeout containers on shelf over pass through window. Operator inverted.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Unwrapped spoons in basket at front counter. Operator placed correctly.
Nov 6, 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
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Top of walk in cooler door.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Employee removed knives from in between reach in cooler doors.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Employee labeled bulk containers of flour in prep area.
Feb 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 5, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Macaroni and Cheese (51F - Cold Holding) in alto-sham drawer underneath fry storage hot holding area. Operator stated product had been in drawer for 20 minutes. Operator moved to reach-in cooler. Discussed product being a time/temperature control for safety food and requirements pertaining to maintaining proper temperature. Observed Chicken Wings (50F - Cold Holding); Nuggets - Raw Chicken (Different Cuts) (48F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler on cook line to the left of the fryers not plugged in. Operator stated product had been in cooler for less than an hour. Operator plugged cooler in.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed sanitizer bucket and rags stored in handwash sink at front counter. Operator removed to set up sanitizer buckets making handwash sink accessible.
Oct 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked chicken wings (48F - Cold Holding) top rail of reach in cooler on cook line, manager covered item
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink on cook line blocked by garbage can, garbage can moved
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with printed copy of DBPR HR 5030-105
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of cooking equipment and in between coolers and equipment in cooking area
May 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Cook touched soiled sink with hands then put on new gloves with no Hand was. Coached employee on proper hand washing procedures.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter on mop sink faucet.
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.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee cooking.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service containers on cook line expo window.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single service utensils at front counter facing up. Employee turned all utensils face down.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Standing water in mop sink since 5-4-24 per operator.
Sep 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 25, 2023Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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/
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans were sent to Tallahassee 8/2/23
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's and ladies rooms
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.