POTBELLY SANDWICH SHOP
2520 S FALKENBURG RD, Tampa FL 33619 · 813-384-8818
Last inspected Sep 26, 2025 · 3 visits since August 2023
3 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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Inspection history
3 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bleach spray bottle on prep table in kitchen. Employee removed.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Green sponge and brush in handwash sink in kitchen. Employee removed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on glove station in kitchen.
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Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
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 pie crust crumbles. Manager removed.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk Italian seasoning. Employee labeled.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards.
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured near soda boxes in kitchen.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting of small metal pans on dish drying rack.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle in pie crust. Operator removed at t8me of inspection.
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