KAHWA HOOKAH LOUNGE
4019 E BUSCH BLVD, Tampa FL 33617 · 813 447 8960
Last inspected Jan 6, 2026 · 6 visits since August 2023
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▼ IMPROVING
4 inspections trending up, 39 points better than where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2-1-2023
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2018052231 | Sep 12, 2018 | Nov 1, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Jan 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Light shield missing in the kitchen cooking area.
Mar 31, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust soiled ceiling tiles in the lounge area and in the kitchen.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable by the three companies sink.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed operator a copy.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled shelves in the storage area.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler on the cook line.
Jan 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust soiled ceiling tiles in the lounge area and in the kitchen.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable by the three companies sink.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed operator a copy.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled shelves in the storage area.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler on the cook line.
Dec 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 30, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
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.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
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.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operator advised some beef may be undercooked.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil on floor. Operator removed,from floor.
Aug 23, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2-1-2023
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.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current copy displayed expired 2-1-2022
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
- From initial inspection : No child labor law poster. For reporting purposes only.
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.