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TRIPLE J TIKI HUT BAR AND GRILL LLC

1001 W US HWY 92, Seffner FL 33584

Last inspected Mar 24, 2026 · 12 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats90
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA3915489
Grade history
FEB 24
NOV 24
MAR 25
JUL 25
MAR 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 18 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4
Badges — 2 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Inspection history

12 visits, newest first

Mar 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findings
Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed pack of cigarettes on prep shelf. Manager removed
Intermediate/41-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. 2 oz portion cups in honey mustard and marinara sauce. Manager removed
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current copy posted in kitchen expired 2-1-2015
Basic/50-09-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in main kitchen due to broken gasket on right side door.
Basic/14-69-4
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Unwashed vegetables stored over ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed whole peppers, onions and tomatoes stored over cheese in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-17-4
The state's own report →
Jul 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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No Quaternary Ammonium chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Tested sanitizer and tested at 200ppm. With tablet and water ratio.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No soap provided at handwash sink. By three compartment sink
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Apr 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 2, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Hand sink next to there compartment sink not installed per approved plans. Manager working on installing hand sink
Intermediate/31A-07-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 2, 2025 · Hand sink not installed. Manager stated more time needed by plumbers Time Extended
Mar 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.

0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Hand sink next to there compartment sink not installed per approved plans. Manager working on installing hand sink
Intermediate/31A-07-4/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At cook line hand sink
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Warning
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. Only proof was through an unapproved provider that was completed in 2018.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Jan 27, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed complete remodel of kitchen and redesign of layout. Front entrance to kitchen move to opposite wall. Only hand sink and kitchen is approximately 20 feet away from door opening. Observed hood system moved to adjacent wall observe compartment, sink, mops sink, one hand expo window Also, observed two walk-in coolers and an in unenclosed storage area. Unclosed storage area has dry storage rack with cleaned and sanitized dishes. Also one reach in freezer stored outside of main building. Observed solid walls for most of the area, but there is a gap at the bottom of the fencing, and the top of the fencing is close off with open grate that would allow for cross-contamination to occur. Additional employee restroom added as well. Two bars are present with garage doors, and they are completely open to environment. One bar next to garage doors does not have smooth and easily cleanable ceiling observed rafters above bar.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Return visit Nov 21, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Jan 27, 2025 · Plans submitted and awaiting approval from plan review on 1-22-2025. Will check on status at next unannounced inspection. Time Extended
Nov 21, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority5 Intermediate0 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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Return visit Nov 21, 2024 · Time Extended
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Kayla
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Return visit Nov 21, 2024 · Time Extended
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed complete remodel of kitchen and redesign of layout. Front entrance to kitchen move to opposite wall. Only hand sink and kitchen is approximately 20 feet away from door opening. Observed hood system moved to adjacent wall observe compartment, sink, mops sink, one hand expo window Also, observed two walk-in coolers and an in unenclosed storage area. Unclosed storage area has dry storage rack with cleaned and sanitized dishes. Also one reach in freezer stored outside of main building. Observed solid walls for most of the area, but there is a gap at the bottom of the fencing, and the top of the fencing is close off with open grate that would allow for cross-contamination to occur. Additional employee restroom added as well. Two bars are present with garage doors, and they are completely open to environment. One bar next to garage doors does not have smooth and easily cleanable ceiling observed rafters above bar.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Return visit Nov 21, 2024 · Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Return visit Nov 21, 2024 · Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Return visit Nov 21, 2024 · Time Extended
Nov 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.

0 High priority6 Intermediate1 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.
Intermediate/11-27-4
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Kayla
Intermediate/53A-01-7
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed complete remodel of kitchen and redesign of layout. Front entrance to kitchen move to opposite wall. Only hand sink and kitchen is approximately 20 feet away from door opening. Observed hood system moved to adjacent wall observe compartment, sink, mops sink, one hand expo window Also, observed two walk-in coolers and an in unenclosed storage area. Unclosed storage area has dry storage rack with cleaned and sanitized dishes. Also one reach in freezer stored outside of main building. Observed solid walls for most of the area, but there is a gap at the bottom of the fencing, and the top of the fencing is close off with open grate that would allow for cross-contamination to occur. Additional employee restroom added as well. Two bars are present with garage doors, and they are completely open to environment. One bar next to garage doors does not have smooth and easily cleanable ceiling observed rafters above bar.
Intermediate/51-16-7
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Burgers cooked to order on menu. Printed and posted consumer advisory
Intermediate/02B-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Food stored in a room that is not fully enclosed. Observed reach in freezer stored in unenclosed storage area.
Basic/08B-43-4
Feb 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of bayer asprin on table
High priority/41-07-4
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed grease accumulated in kitchen due to fryer sticking out from under hood system
Basic/36-68-5
Water leaking from pipe under hand sink
Basic/29-11-4
Jan 11, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedLicensing Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http:// www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Priority: High Priority
High priority/50-08-7/Warning/Return visit Jan 11, 2024 · License not applied for Admin Complaint
Observed: Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of cleaner on shelf by ketchup packets. Manager removed Priority: High Priority
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Jan 11, 2024 · Time Extended
Observed: 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. Priority: Intermediate
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 11, 2024 · Time Extended
Observed: No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Priority: Basic
Basic/51-13-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 11, 2024 · Time Extended
Oct 31, 2023Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http:// www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Priority: High Priority
High priority/50-08-7/Warning
Observed: Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of cleaner on shelf by ketchup packets. Manager removed Priority: High Priority
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Observed: 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. Priority: Intermediate
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
Observed: No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Priority: Basic
Basic/51-13-4/Warning
Aug 10, 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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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer in kitchen
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 10, 2023 · Time Extended
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In refrigerator in kitchen
Basic/05-09-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 10, 2023 · Time Extended

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.