TAKE A BREAK CAFE
8194 WOODLAND CENTER DR, Tampa FL 33614 · 813-290-8996
Last inspected May 19, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
APR 24
NOV 24
MAR 25
AUG 25
MAR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control marked with a time that exceeds the 4-hour limit. The employee was able to determine the time and marked the time.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025078148 | Aug 14, 2025 | Dec 1, 2025 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
May 19, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 16, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of glass cleaner on food preparation area table next to cooler by front counter across from espresso machine, operator moved items to correct location.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed ice shoot on soda fountain soiled with residue, operator had an employee to clean the item.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips operator, said he would purchase some.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Did not observe submitted plans at time of inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a grooved cutting board on prep table next to slicer.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on food preparation area behind robo coupe food processor, operator moved drinks to correct location.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Operator did not have choking poster available, inspector provided choking poster at time of inspection to operator and hung it up.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop bucket wet by the triple sink, operator hung the mop to dry.
Oct 15, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice dispenser in soda machine soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee handwash sink at front service line used for dumping coffee and other liquids. Located next to espresso machine. Employee washed thermometer at Employee handwash sink at front service line.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Changes made to plan, no plan review submitted.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee purse on top of bag-in-box soda syrups inn back office area.
Aug 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Employee cracked raw shell eggs then packed cooked eggs into take out containers without changing gloves or washing hands. Discussed with operator.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Opened turkey, shredded mozzarella, and other items in back Reach in cooler not date marked. Operator added date to turkey during time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice dispenser in soda machine soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee handwash sink at front service line used for dumping coffee and other liquids. Located next to espresso machine. Employee washed thermometer at Employee handwash sink at front service line.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Changes made to plan, no plan review submitted.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee purse on top of bag-in-box soda syrups inn back office area.
Mar 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Employee cracked eggs then touched container of food and to go containers. Reviewed with manager.
Raw animal food ( wrapped beef ) stored over or with ready-to-eat food ( opened package of Parmesan cheese ) in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Review3d with manager
Soiled ice chute at customer beverage station. Reviewed with manager
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food ( cartons of eggs ). Reviewed with manager
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in dishwashing area. Reviewed with manager
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee purse and jacket stored on top of soda boxes near office area. Reviewed with manager
Nov 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle of purple liquid next to triple sink. Operator labeled it during inspection
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in bulk sugar at time of inspection. Operator removed scoop.
Apr 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control marked with a time that exceeds the 4-hour limit. The employee was able to determine the time and marked the time.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Brown purses, black bag on top of the beverage syrup. In the office/ storage area. The items were removed.
Sep 11, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine above 100 ppm remade to 100 ppm
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cook pork cook soup cook beans glass reach in cooler. By can storage.
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