MOTORWORKS BREWING TAPROOM
707 HARBOUR POST DR, Tampa FL 33602 · 813-505-0050
Last inspected Jun 5, 2026 · 10 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator renewed during inspection
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jun 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Non-service animals permitted in the premises of the establishment. Observed two non service dog animals inside the restaurant. General manager had the two customers leave at time of inspection
May 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Chlorine not showing on test strip tested two times employee states no dishes have been washed today.
Food stored on floor. Food in buckets stored on floor under neath shelf
May 18, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Chlorine not showing on test strip tested two times employee states no dishes have been washed today.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.raw chicken over cook pasta reach in cooler cooks line employee remove to proper storage
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee touching phone than engaging in food preparation
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler ambient air temperature 44F meatballs 45F raw beef mortadella 44F meat balls 47F raw chicken 47F cook sausage 47F manager states the walk-in defrost mode cycle.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bulk dish detergent stored in hand washing sink.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 5 employees no food manager present. Food manager showed up at time of inspection
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 multiple employees observed one employee training.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. On cook Line.
Food stored on floor. Food in buckets stored on floor under neath shelf
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Bar area
Dec 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 20, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Cooling : cook pork 123F 1st temp at 2:07 pm cooked at 12:50 pm 2nd temp 89F-112F at 2:48 pm
Dented can 1 ninos pomodori peati can storage shelf.
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Tested 2 times at 0 ppm discussed with manager to use three compartment sink to sanitize dishes
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooling : cook pork 123F 1st temp at 2:07 pm cooked at 12:50 pm 2nd temp 89F-112F at 2:48 pm did not cool from 135F to 70F 2 hours
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler cook meat balls 45F
Food stored on floor. Chicken wings and sauce in buckets on floor walk in cooler
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At bar
Jul 9, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Alana hoff
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. Observed for one employee.
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. Observed for one employee.
May 1, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink had bulk soap container in the sink employee removed.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Alana hoff
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. Observed for one employee.
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. Observed for one employee.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Choice Java steak manager printed and posted on wall
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on prep table on cooks line.
Nov 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Plumbing system in disrepair. Re attach hose and install faucet for mop sink
Apr 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator renewed during inspection
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Hose bib to mop sink
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Dec 11, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Under dish machine
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
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.