SHERATON TAMPA EAST
10221 PRINCESS PALM AVE, Tampa FL 33610 · 813-623-6363
Last inspected Apr 16, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
MAR 24
AUG 24
JAN 25
AUG 25
APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Whipped cream at buffet 65 F. Executive Chef placing potentially hazardous foods on time.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2018049312 | Aug 23, 2018 | Oct 19, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a mold like substance inside ice machine at time of inspection.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed ice tea machine filters left open on counter not protected at time of inspection.
Aug 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. By soda machine at kitchen entrance
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Trash debris underneath compactor.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave across from oven.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Women or men's bathroom in banquet hall where employees use restroom.
Aug 21, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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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. Ran dish machine multiple times, tested 0ppm, chemical present in water but machine not spraying on food contact surfaces. Directed to sanitize dishes in 3 compartment sink. Discussed callback date with operator
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Employee filled out form
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Chicken wings moved from walk in freezer to walk in cooler not time tracked.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. By soda machine at kitchen entrance
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee coffee on prep table near 3 compartment sink. Employee discarded.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag on prep table in front of walk in cooler. Employee removed
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Trash debris underneath compactor.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave across from oven.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Women or men's bathroom in banquet hall where employees use restroom.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. No trash can by hand washing sink near office. Employee moved trash can closer.
Jan 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling tile missing.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. On cooksline
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Aug 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sliced ham at 47 F and shredded cooked chicken at 48 F. Reach-in-cooler near white reach-in-freezer in prep area. Moving to walk-in-cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Large ice machine in back kitchen area
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Near second kitchen and dish machine area
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Service area front kitchen area
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. On cooksline
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees personal items backpack and purse on shelves with clean dishes in service area
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Near large ice machine in back kitchen area Ceiling tile missing. Back kitchen area
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Back kitchen area
Floors underneath cooking equipment soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. On cooksline Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout kitchen
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. On cooksline
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease and microwave on cooksline
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach-in-cooler near white reach-in-freezer in prep area.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. At hand sink on cooksline
Aug 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate11 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sliced ham at 47 F and shredded cooked chicken at 48 F. Reach-in-cooler near white reach-in-freezer in prep area. Moving to walk-in-cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Large ice machine in back kitchen area
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Near service area hand sink has saran wrap covering the base of the sink making it unusable. Hand sink inaccessible and cannot be made accessible at time of inspection. Maintenance operator unplugged slow drain and turned hand on.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Michael Benitez Person In Charge
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Near second kitchen and dish machine area
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.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Service area front kitchen area
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. On cooksline
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees personal items backpack and purse on shelves with clean dishes in service area
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Near large ice machine in back kitchen area Ceiling tile missing. Back kitchen area
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Back kitchen area
Floors underneath cooking equipment soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. On cooksline Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout kitchen
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. On cooksline
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease and microwave on cooksline
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach-in-cooler near white reach-in-freezer in prep area.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. At hand sink on cooksline
Mar 27, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink inadequate in warewashing or food preparation area. Small dish machine area there is no hand sink and no plans to confirm in OnBase
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Near dish machine area front kitchen area
Mar 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink inadequate in warewashing or food preparation area. Small dish machine area there is no hand sink and no plans to confirm in OnBase
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink at service station turned off. When water is turned on the pipes connected leaked onto floor.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee beverage containers on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On cooksline
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Near dish machine area front kitchen area
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand sink at service station turned off. When water is turned on the pipes connected leaked onto floor.
Oct 24, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Whipped cream at buffet 65 F. Executive Chef placing potentially hazardous foods on time.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Large ice machine
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Service area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Floors soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. On cooksline
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease
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.