RED STAR LIVE
9847 E ADAMO DR, Tampa FL 33619
Last inspected Mar 18, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Chicken wings dated 1-29-25 and coleslaw dated 1-21-25.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $2,160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022040053 | Aug 3, 2022 | Dec 9, 2022 | $400 |
| 3--2019041585 | Jun 7, 2019 | Nov 27, 2019 | $160 |
| 3--2016039946 | Aug 19, 2016 | Nov 3, 2016 | $1,200 |
| 3--2015047311 | Oct 23, 2015 | Dec 3, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Mar 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: cut tomatoes 56 F, cut lettuce 54 F, Per operator items were taken from walk in cooler and put in reach in cooler 1 hour prior. Operator put on ice at time of inspection to bring back down to temperature.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Metal sponges in Handwash sink on cooksline. Plastic pitcher in Handwash sink near ice machine in kitchen.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
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Floor area(s) covered with standing water in front of ice machine.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning On clear containers on dish drying rack.
Jul 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen on dish.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Reach in cooler cutting boards.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water at ice machine in kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Small reach in freezer on cooksline.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezers in kitchen.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Lime sauce in sour cream container.
Vending machine exterior soiled. Microwave in kitchen.
Feb 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Cutting boards has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets reach in coolers
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in coolers and reach in freezers on cooks line and in kitchen.
Feb 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Chicken wings dated 1-29-25 and coleslaw dated 1-21-25.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Chicken wings dated 1-29-25 and coleslaw dated 1-21-25.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cold holding: raw shrimp 50 F, cut lettuce 51 F, Cesar dressing 50 F, Per operator items were left in reach in cooler over night and is unaware when items went out of temperature.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: raw shrimp 50 F, cut lettuce 51 F, Cesar dressing 50 F, Per operator items were left in reach in cooler over night and is unaware when items went out of temperature.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Detergent spray bottle over tomato sauce and olive oil on dry storage shelf.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Toilet bowl cleaner in handwash sink in kitchen near ice machine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink near ice machine.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Cutting boards has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets reach in coolers
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee opened Sprite in reach in cooler in kitchen.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in coolers and reach in freezers on cooks line and in kitchen.
Oct 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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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 behind bar.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Alfredo and multiple items in walk in cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
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 in kitchen.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Floor near ice machine.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under Three compartment sink.
Aug 13, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over raw shrimp in reach in freezer.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Juan Deneri 5/24/19 Prometric.
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 behind bar.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Alfredo and multiple items in walk in cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table in kitchen.
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 in kitchen.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Floor near ice machine.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under Three compartment sink.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee open water bottle in reach in cooler in kitchen.
Mar 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw pork over empanadas in reach in freezer.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Alfredo, cooked potatoes and multiple items in reach in cooler and walk in cooler.
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. Front counter handwash sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jacket next to coffee machine in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Bulk oil on floor in kitchen.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning of clear containers on dish drying rack.
Oct 11, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Bulk oil on floor in kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. White chest reach in freezer in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in cooler.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler in front of fryer.
Aug 9, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Heavy cream, coleslaw,raw chicken and multiple items in walk in cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach in cooler handles and microwave on cooks line.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in cooler next to three compartment sink.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave on cooks line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in coolers.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in coolers on cooks line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler on cooks line across from fryer.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behindslicer in kitchen on cooks line.
Aug 2, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate10 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cold holding: coleslaw 54 F, raw chicken 53 F, half and half 56 F, shredded cheese 54 F, pico 54 F, provolone cheese 56 F,
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: coleslaw 54 F, raw chicken 53 F, half and half 56 F, shredded cheese 54 F, pico 54 F, provolone cheese 56 F,
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Trash can in front of handwash sink on cooks line.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Heavy cream, coleslaw,raw chicken and multiple items in walk in cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach in cooler handles and microwave on cooks line.
Employee food container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee pizza on prep table in kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in cooler next to three compartment sink.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave on cooks line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in coolers.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee Brisk Iced Tea bottles stored over food for establishment in walk in cooler.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in coolers on cooks line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler on cooks line across from fryer.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behindslicer in kitchen on cooks line.
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.