THE C HOUSE
6005 N FLORIDA AVE, Tampa FL 33604
Last inspected Nov 3, 2025 · 12 visits since December 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
JUL 24
OCT 24
DEC 24
APR 25
NOV 25
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found Observed 3 flies at bar area Observed 2 flies in dish machine area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $720
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025039387 | Apr 21, 2025 | Jun 18, 2025 | $400 |
| 3--2019020157 | Mar 19, 2019 | Jun 19, 2019 | $320 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Nov 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards in kitchen at time of inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed Dani bucket in hand wash sink in cooks kitchen at time of inspection. Employee moved bucket during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed products made on premises not labeled at time of 8nsoection.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handles soiled at time of inspection.
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Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles on cooks line not labeled at time of inspection.
Apr 22, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles cracked in kitchen by prep area and dish machine room
Apr 21, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Ordered shut on the spot. 16 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed 3 flies at bar area Observed 2 flies in dish machine area
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed rodent droppings 20 rodent droppings underneath bar counter at bar area 15 rodent droppings underneath dish machine drain board in dish machine room Operator is removing, cleaning and sanitizing all areas where droppings were found.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of degreaser on prep table in hallway
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed large ice machine soiled in dish machine area. Cutting board on cooksline
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Food in walk-in-cooler and reach-in-cooler on cooksline
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand sink hot water is not working properly on cooksline
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles cracked in kitchen by prep area and dish machine room
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed hand sink next to open ice bin at dessert area not protected by splash when washing hands.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand sink hot water is not working properly on cooksline
Presetting of unwrapped silverware and/or tableware outdoors. Observed plates stored on tables outside unwrapped
Feb 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Michael Zsuffa Executive Chef
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Lid on reach-in-cooler cooksline in poor repair
Hole in or other damage to wall and floors in dish machine and back kitchen area
Dec 6, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded.
0 High priority6 Intermediate8 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by large trash can on cooksline
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Michael Zsuffa Executive Chef
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.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Front door entrance table with register
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
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. Observed employee drink on top of ice machine
Equipment in poor repair. Lid on reach-in-cooler cooksline in poor repair
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Throughout kitchen area
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Hole in or other damage to wall and floors in dish machine and back kitchen area
No hot running water at mop sink. No mop sink. Mop sink is broken and is not plumb properly located on center blocks outside in back kitchen area. The hose are not connected properly and no cold or hot running water connected. Existing Administrative Complaint from callback 12/6/2024 not complied with mop sink.
Dec 6, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath bar area and cooking equipment and dish machine room.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Bar area and kitchen floors
No mop sink. Mop sink is broken and is not plumb properly on center blocks hose not connected probably and no cold running water
Oct 31, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath bar area and cooking equipment and dish machine room.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Bar area and kitchen floors
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No mop sink. Mop sink is broken and is not plumb properly on center blocks hose not connected probably and no cold running water
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease
Oct 2, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Operator began work from outside and no hand washing
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White rolling bin with food soiled in middle walk area of kitchen.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand sink at dish machine area no faucet nozzle and unable to operate correctly.
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.
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. Large ice machine
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath bar area and cooking equipment and dish machine room.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Bar area and kitchen floors
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No mop sink. Mop sink is broken and is not plumb properly on center blocks hose not connected probably and no cold running water
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease
Jul 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority6 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Gravy at 95 F. Operator placing on stove to reheat
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on cooks-line
Hand soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. On cooks-line
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed drink ice in bar Handwashing Sink
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Walk-In-Cooler
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bar area
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Large ice machine
Bathroom facility not clean.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dishwasher room and on cooks-line
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Front kitchen bar
May 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority7 Intermediate10 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/Trevor Vell Sou Chef hired over 60 days.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on prep table and cooksline; gaskets in reach-in-coolers on cooksline across from oven
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Large trash can blocking hand sink on cooksline
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
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.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
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, bakery area and dish machine area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Cracked tile entrance to dish machine room
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in standing water on cooksline at 81 F.
Outer openings not protected during operation.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. On cooksline
Feb 6, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Large ice machine and cutting board in cooksline
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.
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.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Near back kitchen door
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Underneath 3 compartment sink
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Dec 6, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded.
0 High priority6 Intermediate9 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Large ice machine and cutting board in cooksline
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by large trash can on cooksline and near dish machine
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Robert Tan Chef
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.
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.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Near back kitchen door
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Large white containers soiled in prep area
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Underneath 3 compartment sink
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
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.