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QDOBA MEXICAN EATS

17509 PRESERVE WALK LN, Tampa FL 33647 · 813-761-0005

Last inspected Jul 23, 2026 · 7 visits since February 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats52
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA3915499
Grade history
DEC 24
MAY 25
SEP 25
APR 26
JUL 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicken 120 F in warmer
High priority/01B-02-5
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $680

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2017002958Dec 14, 2016Jan 31, 2017$280
3--2014053134Nov 14, 2014Jan 8, 2015$400

Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Jul 23, 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
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container of sugar not labeled. Manager labeled
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Jun 1, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
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. Riley and Asia do not having and food handler training. They are the only employees not trained as managers. Spoke with operator about what training is needed for employees.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Jun 1, 2026 · Spoke to the owner Kevin Lemieux. Asia is no longer working for the company and Riley has not gone through training yet. Admin Complaint
Apr 1, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.

0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink on cook line. Employee replaced.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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. Riley and Asia do not having and food handler training. They are the only employees not trained as managers. Spoke with operator about what training is needed for employees.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Two spray bottles on chemical shelf in back kitchen area near handwashing sink not labeled. Employee labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Sep 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Hot time/temperature control for safety food received at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken on stream table temp 120F. See stop Sale Operator discarded.
High priority/03B-15-5/Corrective Action Taken
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicken 120 F in warmer
High priority/01B-02-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Degreaser. Manager labeled spray bottle.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Bathroom facility not clean. Both bathrooms
Basic/32-07-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Above 3-compartment sink
Basic/36-34-5
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Buildup of grease on dirty ground around receptacle/shared area with other restaurants.
Basic/33-20-4
Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Men's bathroom
Basic/32-23-5
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Black debris behind the 3-compartment sink and shelving
Basic/36-27-5
May 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef in reach in cooler.
High priority/08A-20-5
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken 123 F, manager turned up heat in hot holding unit.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter missing vacuum breaker.
High priority/29-42-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda machine.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers wet nesting across from 3 compartment sink.
Basic/24-08-4
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Aluminum pans not inverted. Manager inverted at time of inspection.
Basic/25-06-4/Corrected On-Site
Feb 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic

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.