TAMPA BAY BREWING COMPANY
1600 E 8 AVE #A123, Tampa FL 33605 · 813.247.1422
Last inspected May 20, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
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≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2015051807 | Nov 23, 2015 | Mar 15, 2016 | $400 |
| 3--2015051221 | Nov 20, 2015 | Dec 18, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
May 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
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.
Dec 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 on cooks line. Can opener in kitchen.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Can opener blade not kept sharp - observed metal shavings. Can opener in kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Outside of ice machine. Fan on ceiling in kitchen.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single use plates in dry storage room not under over head protection.
Dec 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cold holding: avocado cream 54 F, cut tomatoes 53 F, cut lettuce 55 F, cheddar cheese 57 F, pepper jack cheese 51 F, provolone 52 F, Swiss cheese 51 F, cooked pasta 52 F, brisket 51 F, cooked chicken wings 56 F, raw shrimp 50 F, raw chicken 55 F, raw calamari 47 F, cooked ceviches 50 F, Per manager all items have been in reach in coolers since 10:30 am. Time temped 2:45 pm.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: avocado cream 54 F, cut tomatoes 53 F, cut lettuce 55 F, cheddar cheese 57 F, pepper jack cheese 51 F, provolone 52 F, Swiss cheese 51 F, cooked pasta 52 F, brisket 51 F, cooked chicken wings 56 F, raw shrimp 50 F, raw chicken 55 F, raw calamari 47 F, cooked ceviches 50 F, Per manager all items have been in reach in coolers since 10:30 am. Time temped 2:45 pm.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on cooks line. Can opener in kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice and straws in Handwash sink at outside bar. Employee removed.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with green liquid under prep table in kitchen.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Can opener blade not kept sharp - observed metal shavings. Can opener in kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on reach in cooler at outside bar.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Multiple fly sticky tape over dry storage shelves in kitchen. Manager removed.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Outside of ice machine. Fan on ceiling in kitchen.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning on clear containers on dish drying rack.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single use plates in dry storage room not under over head protection.
Aug 28, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Red cutting board has stains and is no longer cleanable.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has buildup of black - mold like substance.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have buildup of grease.
May 6, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored overtop mayonnaise inside walk in cooler. Chef removed beef and properly stored it.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Butter held on time as a public health control has no time markings. Chef discarded butter.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Red cutting board has stains and is no longer cleanable.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tuna Steak not identified as raw ingredient on menu.
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has buildup of black - mold like substance.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on fryer door handle. Chef removed and placed tongs at dishwasher.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have buildup of grease.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop sitting inside mop bucket by back door. Chef removed and properly stored mop.
Dec 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 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.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice machine in kitchen.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning of metal pans on dish drying rack.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Throughout kitchen.
Mar 7, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Throughout kitchen.
Mar 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw crab cakes over cooked pastrami. Operator relocated at time of inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Tomato paste, gravy and fire cracker sauce labeled 2/26/24 and 2/27/24.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Tomato paste, gravy and fire cracker sauce labeled 2/26/24 and 2/27/24.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cold holding: bean sprouts 67 F, cooked pasta 56 F, cooked broccoli 70 F, cut tomatoes 54 F, blue cheese crumbles 57 F
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: bean sprouts 67 F, cooked pasta 56 F, cooked broccoli 70 F, cut tomatoes 54 F, blue cheese crumbles 57 F,
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area at back of kitchen.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Throughout kitchen.
Dec 8, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 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.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table. Operator removed at time of inspection.
Employee food in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee salad on prep table in kitchen. Operator removed at time if inspection.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning of clear containers on dish drying rack.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler across from flat top.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Throughout kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses at mop sink.
Dec 4, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 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. 0 ppm.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cold holding: raw chicken 49 F, raw shrimp 48 F, goat cheese 50 F,
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: raw chicken 49 F, raw shrimp 48 F, goat cheese 50 F,
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. 2 spray bottles of cleaner over and next to clean dishes for restaurant. Operator removed at time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Clear and metal containers in handwash sink.
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. Operator removed at time of inspection.
Employee food in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee salad on prep table in kitchen. Operator removed at time if inspection.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning of clear containers on dish drying rack.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler across from flat top.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Throughout kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses at mop sink.
Jul 6, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 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. 0 ppm
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards and slicer in kitchen.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with purple liquid.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table in kitchen.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
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.