RED BOWL
1441 E FLETCHER AVE STE 115, Tampa FL 33612 · 813-252-9855
Last inspected Apr 24, 2026 · 7 visits since March 2024
JUN 24
NOV 24
APR 25
SEP 25
APR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 21 points off where it started.
Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Waste water of MFDV is leaking on to ground outside of MFDV. Waste water tank of MFDV is full. Per operator for the past 4 years has allowed waste water to be leaking on to ground drain in to storm drain of plaza.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025044683 | Apr 10, 2025 | Dec 15, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Apr 24, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Food Service Establishment in operation and license delinquent- establishment is open and operating/currently preparing and serving food to customers
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored overtop broccoli inside refrigerator.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No dates on pre-prepped beef inside refrigerator.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle is not self-propelled or otherwise movable from place to place. Truck has flat tires.
Sep 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored overtop washed broccoli inside refrigerator.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink has dishes stored inside it. Employee removed dish and placed in sink.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Shelves on truck have buildup of rust.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Thawed beef,lamb inside refrigerator has no date markings.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Old food debris on handles of grill and refrigerator.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors walls are all covered in grease.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in floor in front of fryer.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle is not self-propelled or otherwise movable from place to place. Food truck has 2 flat tires.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Grill, ovens,fryers are soiled with grease buildup.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Ripped tin foil used to cover countertops.
Apr 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Fryer baskets.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. To fu and multiple items in reach in cooler.
Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Oven, grill and reach in cooler handles.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris throughout MFDV and under cookline equipment. Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust throughout MFDV.
Hole in floor in front of fryer.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. White chest reach in freezer.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle is not self-propelled or otherwise movable from place to place. 2 tires flat on entrance side.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Grill, fryer,stove in MFDV.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Metal reach in cooler and reach in freezer soiled.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover on shelves throughout MFDV.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Handwash sink.
Stored food not covered. Tofu and multiple items in reach in cooler and reach in freezer.
Apr 10, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Waste water of MFDV is leaking on to ground outside of MFDV. Waste water tank of MFDV is full. Per operator for the past 4 years has allowed waste water to be leaking on to ground drain in to storm drain of plaza.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Fryer baskets.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. To fu and multiple items in reach in cooler.
Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Oven, grill and reach in cooler handles.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris throughout MFDV and under cookline equipment. Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust throughout MFDV.
Hole in floor in front of fryer.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. White chest reach in freezer.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Bug zapper over prep table.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle is not self-propelled or otherwise movable from place to place. 2 tires flat on entrance side.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Grill, fryer,stove in MFDV.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Metal reach in cooler and reach in freezer soiled.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover on shelves throughout MFDV.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Handwash sink.
Stored food not covered. Tofu and multiple items in reach in cooler and reach in freezer.
Nov 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef kababs stored over prepped lettuce. Operator moved to approved location at time of inspection.
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. Provided operator with education packet containing cleanup procedures.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. fridge, work table, 3 compartment sink, hand sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sink used to store utensils, operator moved to approved location at time of inspection.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Bo shen
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Lettuce, kababs and prepped broccoli prepped day prior not labeled.
Food stored on floor. Oil stored on floor, operator moved to approved location at time of inspection.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Stove has accumulation of grease, discussed cleaning, Operator states they are in the process of replacing.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with education packet containing choking poster.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink in reach in cooler, operator removed at time of inspection.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall behind stove soiled. Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled under equipment.
Jun 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink used to store bowl, operator moved to approved location at time of inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vent soiled above walkway in kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled throughout mobile. Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall soiled throughout mobile.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator education packet containing choking poster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hand wash sink soiled, 3 compartment sink soiled. Water heater soiled. Gaskets throughout kitchen soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler shelves soiled, discussed with operator.
Mar 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food preparation sink has soil/old food residue. three compartment sink soiled, discussed with operator.
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. Provided operator with education packet containing clean up procedure.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cut leafy greens, chicken, cooked vegetables prepped day before not date marked. Discussed with operator.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. Discussed with operator putting sticker on mobile unit.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Operator states number on vehicle is from previous owner.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with education packet containing choking poster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on reach in refrigerator soiled. Exterior of reach in refrigerator soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of reach in refrigerator soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall behind stove. Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled throughout kitchen.
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