TPC TAMPA BAY
5300 W LUTZ LAKE FERN RD, Lutz FL 33549 · 813-949-0090
Last inspected Aug 25, 2026 · 11 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Roach spray bottle on triple sink. Operator removed it
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $360
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025034519 | Jan 13, 2025 | Aug 12, 2025 | $160 |
| 3--2019043816 | Jul 1, 2019 | Sep 20, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Roach spray bottle on triple sink. Operator removed it
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Sliced Turkey 8/12/26; cooked pork 8/13/26; Qeuso 8/4/26; in vertical reach in cooler in prep area.see stop sale
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Sliced Turkey 8/12/26; cooked pork 8/13/26; Qeuso 8/4/26, in vertical rid in prep area.see stop sale
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks on front counter with store food together, operator removed the drinks
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Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Double oven interior soiled with food debris and grease buildup
May 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator turned up steam table to reheat to 165F. shredded chicken (115F - Hot Holding)
Mar 12, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign at hand wash sink on cook line. No handwashing sign at hand wash sink next to front bar area. No handwashing sighn in employee bathroom.
Dec 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dented can of Dole Pineapple, manager discarded item Observed dented can of Eiffel Tower Cornchinos in storage room, manager discarded. Observed ahi tuna thawing in reach in cooler on cook line in ROP packaging, manager discarded
Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed ahi tuna thawing in reach in cooler on cook line in ROP packaging, manager discarded
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation Observed containers of in house marinara sauce in tall reach in cooler across from the slicer marked more than 7 days with Date 12/02, and 12/09, manager discarded item.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed containers of in house marinara sauce in tall reach in cooler across from the slicer marked more than 7 days with Date 12/02, and 12/09, manager discarded item. Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed ahi tuna thawing in reach in cooler on cook line in ROP packaging, manager discarded Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed Groper and Mahi Mahi thawing on the cook line in ROP Packaging, manager discarded item.
Cheese packaged in the establishment using a reduced packaging method and held for more than 48 hours not labeled or with a label lacking the 'use by' date, or labeled with a 'use by' date that exceeds 30 days from its packaging or the original manufacturer's 'sell by' or 'use by' date, whichever occurs first Observed Gouda cheeses in ROP packaging in walk in cooler held more than 30 days 9-19-25
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed onsite tuna, Mahi Mahi, cheese Gouda under ROP process. Emailed operator special process handout.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed All employees expired food handlers expired 2024
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle of chemical in dishwashing area.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed Groper and Mahi Mahi thawing on the cook line in ROP Packaging, manager discarded item.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dish machine not set up at time of inspection, turned on machine ran it 4 times no chlorine showing on test strip discussed with manager to use three compartment sink to sanitize dishes.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed pans stored in prep area wet, discussed with manager the importance of stacking items when dry.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of power aid stored on floor in front storage room next to ice machine Observed cases of lettuce in the walk in cooler stored on the floor.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop with handle stored inside sugar container in storage room.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign at hand wash sink on cook line. No handwashing sign at hand wash sink next to front bar area. No handwashing sighn in employee bathroom.
Open dumpster lid. Observed Dumpster lid open on the waste and cardboard recycling dumpsters.
Jun 9, 2025Inspection 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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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 Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm); Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm), employee primed to comply.
Carbon dioxide not adequately secured. Observed in food storage area.
Mar 19, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All expired 6-9-24
Jan 22, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ahi sushi in the menu not identified
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All expired 6-9-24
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine
Jan 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand washing sink removed in bar area. Employee stated there was a leak and they removed the sink
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ahi sushi in the menu not identified
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All expired 6-9-24
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Walk in cooler fish
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 1 employee
Apr 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Observed in bar area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed in bar area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on oven door handle.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in 3-door upright unit.
Nov 16, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 14, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dentedcans present. See stop sale. Ocean Clam harbor banks 1 can.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Walk in cooler ambient air temperature 48 f - 52 f no temperatures taken all foods held in cooler overnight. Beef base stock 49 f 5 lbs. chicken stock 48 f 12 lbs. unsalted butter 49 f 23 lbs. cut tomatoes 49 f 1/2 lbs cut melons 49 f 6 lbs cut cantaloupe 49 f 5 lbs wipped butter 52 f 2 lbs ham and cheese wraps 52 f 4 wraps Sour cream 48 f 20 lbs cream cheese 49 f 9 lbs. Brie cheese 49 f 48 ounces American cheese 49 f 11 lbs. cheddar cheese 48 f 8 lbs provolone 48 f 8 lbs. queso blend 49 f 20 lbs blue cheese 49 f 1 lbs shredded mozzarella cheese 48 f 20 lbs Monterey Jack cheese blend 48 f 35 lbs Swiss cheese 48 f 12 lbs reduced fat milk 49 f 4 gallons. Heavy cream 49 f 17 quarts. Butter milk 48 f 2 gallons liquid whole eggs 48 f 40 lbs cut cabbage 48 f 3 lbs cooked zucchini 49 f 10 lbs cook hot dogs 49 f 15 lbs cooked ham 48 f 15 lbs cooked turkey deli meat 48 f 30 lbs ground beef 48 f 8 lbs raw shrimp 48 f 2 lbs raw fish 48 f 4 lbs raw tuna 48 f 1 lbs raw salmon 48 f 1 lbs raw chicken 47 f 5 lbs raw chicken 48 f 15 lbs raw chicken 47 f 20 lbs. canned crab meat 47 f 10 lbs cook hot dogs 47 f 20 lbs craft beer cheese dip 48 f 1/2 mash potatoes 47 f 1/2 lbs raw beef 47 f 1 1/2 lbs. pork chorizo 49 f 28 ounces chicken chorizo 48 f 24 ounces. Raw bacon 45 f 2 lbs raw beef 46 f 1 lbs raw beef 45 f cook potatoes 48 f 10 lbs raw chicken 47 f 5 lbs
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bar area hand washing sink has equipment stored inside.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By dish washing area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. Dentedcans present. See stop sale. Ocean Clam harbor banks 1 can.
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.