HOTCHIX
5208 N 22 ST STE B, Tampa FL 33610 · 813-392-2610
Last inspected Jul 9, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 19 points better than where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024054720 | Jul 29, 2024 | Mar 24, 2025 | $200 |
| 3--2021009638 | Dec 22, 2020 | Sep 3, 2021 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Operator missing certificate duplicate filled out during inspection.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment has small amount of food debris.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. In back of kitchen above microwave.
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Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Stored in mop bucket in mop sink area.
Nov 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Buttermilk at 53 F. Operator placing on ice.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of medicine on prep table near window.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
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 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.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Near 3 compartment sink
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee personal drink in front kitchen area glass reach-in-cooler
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on prep table near reach-in-cooler
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
Jul 29, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Buttermilk sitting at room temperature at 72 F for chicken batter across from fryers. Discussed with operators to use Time as a Public Health Control Form or cold holding under 41 F.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk in Reach-In-Cooler
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Unnecessary persons in the food preparation, food storage, or warewashing area. Observed child in front of kitchen eating and going in and out of kitchen. Discussed with manager violation.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service items in boxes on floor in front kitchen area.
Feb 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
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.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Employee restroom door open. No swing. Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease
Outer openings not protected during operation.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. At 3 compartment sink
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
Aug 23, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
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. Melted butter at 102 F. On kitchen counter near bread oven. Placing on time as a public health control form
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Employees restroom
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Employees restroom
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.