KRISPY CRUNCHY CHEICKEN
7710 CAUSEWAY BLVD, Tampa FL 33619 · 8139526349
Last inspected May 8, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
AUG 23
JAN 24
MAR 24
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot holding: cooked spaghetti 112 F, cooked yuca 108 F, fried chicken 120 F, cooked plantains 110 F, Per operator items have been out for 1 hour. Operator put items in grill to bring back up to temperature.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
7 cases · $6,550
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023028040 | May 10, 2023 | Jul 11, 2023 | $800 |
| 3--2022001833 | Jan 4, 2022 | Aug 23, 2022 | $400 |
| 3--2017060965 | Nov 30, 2017 | Jun 1, 2018 | $1,600 |
| 3--2016026272 | Apr 22, 2016 | Feb 2, 2017 | — |
| 3--2015055012 | Dec 1, 2015 | Jun 9, 2016 | — |
| 3--2015008186 | Feb 18, 2015 | Aug 28, 2015 | $3,200 |
| 3--2014037991 | Aug 19, 2014 | Jan 16, 2015 | $550 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 8, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 7, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot holding: cooked spaghetti 112 F, cooked yuca 108 F, fried chicken 120 F, cooked plantains 110 F, Per operator items have been out for 1 hour. Operator put items in grill to bring back up to temperature.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen on reach in cooler.
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 personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee purse and phone on prep table in kitchen. Operator removed.
Dec 10, 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.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee Red Bull on steam table. Operator removed.
Dec 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot Holding: cooked plantains 118 F, jambalaya 124 F, chicken 122 F, red beans 121 F,
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Hand sanitizer on shelf over prep table in kitchen.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided.
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 beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee Red Bull on steam table. Operator removed.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Bulk Togo containers on floor behind steam tables.
Mar 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 8, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored on shelf over prep table in kitchen. Dolfix capsules.
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 paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with pink liquid next to reach in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler.
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 rice.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in coolers and reach in freezer. Hood filters.
Stored food not covered. Burger in reach in cooler.
Aug 3, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority7 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot holding: chicken wings 107 F, made at 7 am. Operator put in oven to bring back temperature to 165 F,
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards and can opener in kitchen.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator provided at time if inspection.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Tomato sauce in reach in cooler and multiple items in walk in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with clear liquid.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable throughout kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen.
Stored food not covered. Tomato sauce in reach in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses on prep table.
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.