JERK HUT
1241 E FOWLER AVENUE, Tampa FL 33612 · 813-966-9170
Last inspected Aug 18, 2026 · 8 visits since March 2024
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly in the kitchen by trash can. Fly left during inspection.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024021616 | Mar 25, 2024 | Aug 20, 2024 | $800 |
| 3--2022048941 | Sep 21, 2022 | Nov 9, 2022 | $600 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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 Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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. Missing for 1 employee.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler has no time control safety foods inside the ambient air temperature was 56F.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler does not have any temperature controlled foods in it but it's ambient air temperature is 69F. The freezer is maintaining proper temperature and will be used for any future cold items until cooler is repaired.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 3 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly in the kitchen by trash can. Fly left during inspection.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1 rodent dropping under cabinet operator removed clean and sanitize the area.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken 130F operator reheated to 165 in microwave and will begin using time as a public health control.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler does not have any temperature controlled foods in it but it's ambient air temperature is 69F. The freezer is maintaining proper temperature and will be used for any future cold items until cooler is repaired.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Under cabinets soiled with debris
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Under cabinets soiled with debris
Ordered shut on the spot. 6 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Establishment operating with no potable running water. Battery that operates water pump is currently not working or is not charged. Operator is currently using small battery operated pump to wash hands connected to a 16.9 oz bottle of water. total run time while small pump is turned on is approximately 40 seconds, with a light flow of water.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. ribs (111F - Hot Holding); chicken (124F - Hot Holding) less than 4 hours operator removed to be reheated.
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.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Under cabinets soiled with debris
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.