THAI RUBY RESTAURANT
15319 AMBERLY DR, Tampa FL 33647 · 813.558.0570
Last inspected Jul 28, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
JAN 25
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DEC 25
FEB 26
JUL 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 30 roaches found in and under wok stove and oven in kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025090752 | Dec 15, 2025 | Jan 21, 2026 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 28, 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
Ceiling vent soiled with accumulated grease above reach in freezer near dish machine.
Food stored on floor. Box of canola oil on floor next to dry storage. Employee moved.
Feb 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 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. Observed 0PPM from dishmachine. Manager replaced container of chlorine solution. Observed new 50PPM
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels used as liners in pull top reach in coolers. Manager replaced with coffee filters.
Dec 16, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 15, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 5 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw meat stored with unwashed produce in stand up reach in cooler on left wall of kitchen. Manager moved meat to a different cooler.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 30 roaches found in and under wok stove and oven in kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed blue lidded Tupperware stored inside handwashing sink. Discussed importance of handwashing sinks only being used to wash hands. Manager removed Tupperware.
Dead roaches on premises. Approximately 15 dead roaches found under wok stove and oven in kitchen. 3 dead roaches found in grease in under side of wok stove in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Bowl of cabbage stored on floor. Employee moved onto counter.
Jun 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Pain medicine stored on shelf over microwave on front line cook. Operator relocated medicine during time of inspection.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Carton of raw shell eggs stored over bucket of sauce in kitchen Reach in cooler. Operator relocated raw shell eggs during time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board soiled, located adjacent to water heater.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. No written plan for rice noodles on front line cook. A time as a public health control form has been provided to the operator during time of inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee watermelon in kitchen Reach in cooler not identified or segregated. Mini fridge in kitchen not identified as employee personal fridge.
Food stored on floor. Bags of rice stored on floor in hallway adjacent to restrooms. Cases of oil, sugar, flour, on floor adjacent to water heater. Bucket of sauce on floor adjacent to Employee handwash sink.
Stored food not covered. Multiple foods in front line Reach in cooler not covered.
Jan 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority7 Intermediate5 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed burn cream in server cooler above wine bottles
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. Tested at 0ppm. Manager flipped rinse and sanitizer lines and re ran machine. Re tested at 50ppm
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towel on container touching raw shrimp in reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line: bowl of cooked rice (88F - Hot Holding). Manager reheated to 165f.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of degreaser by sauces in back kitchen. Manager removed
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Back kitchen hand sink has food items stored in it, making it inaccessible Manager fully cleared and discussed keeping it cleared for employee use at all times.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Currently 6 employees working and no food manager present.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Only had infared thermometer.
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Employee food handler training certificate expired and no reporting agreement
No soap provided at handwash sink. At back kitchen hand sink. Manager replaced
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. One certificate expired
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided at back employee handwash sink. Temped 63f
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed multiple employee food items in glass reach in cooler next to seasoning and produce for restaurant.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in dish machine. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Dish machine rinse and sanitizer chemical lines flipped. Manager corrected lines
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket in reach in freezer on cook line
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Candy container being reused to hold Thai basil.
Stored food not covered. Observed bowl of raw shrimp, bamboo and water chestnuts in reach in cooler not covered
Dec 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed bag of seasonings stored in hand sink on cookline
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed missing at hand sink in back kitchen Corrected-observed employee replace
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle filled with yellow liquid not labeled Corrected observed employee label
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed 3 boxes of ramen stored on floor in hallway across from restrooms
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink stored in 2 door reachin cooler
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Unsealed wood along the wall under the 3-compartment sink
Oct 16, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Opened employee beverage containers in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed drinks in upright reach in cooler stored over sauces
Sep 20, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 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. Tested at 0ppm.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed server handle soiled dishes and cleared table. They the proceeded to plate rice in bowls and handle plated food to customers. Educated employee
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottle pf clorox wipes stored next to sauces. Manager moved
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed containers and plastic wrap stored in hand sink by three compartment sink. Manager removed
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed server dumping ice from cups into hand sink.
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. Employee reporting form not state approved. Emailed new copy to owner, and training is updated with safe staff
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Yellow cutting board on cook line
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Opened employee beverage containers in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed drinks in upright reach in cooler stored over sauces
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.