HILTON GARDEN INN TAMPA YBOR
1700 E 9 AVE, Tampa FL 33605 · 8556184697
Last inspected Jul 14, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 31 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot holding: sausage 124 F, operator put items in oven at time of inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2016055485 | Nov 2, 2016 | Jan 6, 2017 | — |
| 3--2016015632 | Jan 7, 2016 | Apr 28, 2016 | $800 |
| 3--2015035476 | Jul 13, 2015 | Aug 21, 2015 | $400 |
| 3--2015023608 | Apr 21, 2015 | Jun 11, 2015 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over cut melon in walk in cooler. Employee relocated.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on microwave and keys on reach in cooler.
Equipment in poor repair. Handle broken on reach in cooler.
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Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Old food on clean plates on dish drying rack.
Stored food not covered. Cuban bread in walk in cooler.
Feb 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on reach in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink on cooks line. Employee provided.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor in dry storage room. 1 dead roach under prep table in kitchen. Operator eliminated and cleaned at time of inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee opened water bottle on top of reach in cooler in kitchen.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Dry storage room.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwash sink on cooks line.
Nov 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched dirty dishes at dish machine then put clean dishes away without washing hands.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee dumped ice in hand wash sink next to ice machine.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee opened water bottle on reach in cooler on cooks line. Employee removed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee glasses on prep table in kitchen. Employee removed.
Equipment in poor repair. Handle broken at reach in cooler next to ice machine.
Food stored on floor. Bulk box of oil on floor in dry storage room.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash in kitchen next to cooks line and next to ice machine.
Aug 19, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. All handwash sinks
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler on cooks line.
Aug 15, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee cracked raw shell egg with gloves and wiped hands on towel. Inspector spoke with operator about proper hand washing procedures.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cold holding: cooked sausage 53 F, cut tomatoes 54 F, cheddar cheese 54 F, Swiss cheese 53 F, cooked ham 52 F,
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: cooked sausage 53 F, cut tomatoes 54 F, cheddar cheese 54 F, Swiss cheese 53 F, cooked ham 52 F,
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. All handwash sinks
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler on cooks line.
Jan 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee coffee and water bottle on reach in cooler in kitchen. Employee removed.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee eating at handwash sink next to grill.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on reach in cooler in kitchen.
Sep 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Sep 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: cut tomatoes 51 F, cut ham 56 F, cut sausage 53 F, Per operator items were put in reach in cooler at 6 am. Time temped at 8:45. Operator put items on ice. Cold holding: cream cheese 46 F, butter 47 F, coleslaw 48 F, Swiss cheese 47 F, Operator opened freezer door at time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler handle near ice machine.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Dr storage floor.
Mar 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee coffee cup on prep table in kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jacket on prep table in kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Handle broken of reach in cooler near ice machine.
Jan 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee coffee cup on prep table in kitchen.
Employee food in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee Noel o yogurt and blueberries on top of cutting in kitchen. Employee removed at time of inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jacket on prep table in kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Handle broken of reach in cooler near ice machine.
Food stored on floor. Bulk juice on floor in walk in cooler. Operator relocated at time of inspection.
Aug 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs over liquid eggs in walk in cooler, Operator relocated at time of inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot holding: sausage 124 F, operator put items in oven at time of inspection.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
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 salt.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle on shelf over reach in cooler. Operator removed at time of inspection.
Food stored on floor. Bulk bag of sugar and bulk oil on floor in dry storage area.
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 wheat flour.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler on cooks line.
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.