UPTOWNJOES NEWYORK DINER
777 N ASHLEY DR STE B, Tampa FL 33602 · 5512424851
Last inspected May 5, 2026 · 15 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live on cabinet door by pastry area. 1 live on floor by serving area pastry area. 1 live roach on floor underneath the ice chest freezer back kitchen. employee killed 2 roaches
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,300
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026016995 | Mar 2, 2026 | Jul 15, 2026 | $400 |
| 3--2022039792 | Jul 27, 2022 | Nov 21, 2022 | $500 |
| 3--2022027143 | May 26, 2022 | Jun 21, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
15 visits, newest first
May 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over bread reach in cooler. Employee removed to proper storage
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Stored container inside sink employee removed
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Back prep area hand washing sink employee restocked
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. Missing for 4 employees observed 1 employee training
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cook pasta not dated reach in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees phone above reach in cooler on shelf employee speaker on cutting board
Mar 3, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. Observed 1 employee training
Mar 2, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Employee cracked raw shell egg than dropped on floor got a different egg cracked it than cut a sandwich no gloves changed or hand washing.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live on cabinet door by pastry area. 1 live on floor by serving area pastry area. 1 live roach on floor underneath the ice chest freezer back kitchen. employee killed 2 roaches
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee cracked raw shell egg than dropped on floor got a different egg cracked it than cut a sandwich no gloves changed or hand washing.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared at different kitchen and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cook chili cook gravy.
Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead inside pan of water underneath sink pastry area. 8 dead roaches behind cabinet underneath hand washing sink 1 dead roach by ice machine employee removed dead roaches and sanitized area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Water on cutting board
Mar 2, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 4 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 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Chips in plastic to go bag reach in cooler cooks line
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach underneath can goods shelf. 2 live underneath reach in cooler. By kitchen entrance. 2 live roaches behind soda boxes shelf by kitchen entrance 1 live roach underneath glass reach in Cooler. 3 live roaches at mop sink area.6 live roaches on wall behind cooks line. 2 live roaches behind cooks line equipment
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. Observed 1 employee training
Dead roaches on premises. 10 dead roaches underneath reach in cooler in front of kitchen entrance
Feb 25, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Employee cracked raw shell egg than dropped on floor got a different egg cracked it than cut a sandwich no gloves changed or hand washing.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Dishwasher using soap water only to wash dishes.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Peppers in plastic Togo bag reach in cooler back kitchen
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live on cabinet door by pastry area. 1 live on floor by serving area pastry area. 1 live roach on floor underneath the ice chest freezer back kitchen. employee killed 2 roaches
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee cracked raw shell egg than dropped on floor got a different egg cracked it than cut a sandwich no gloves changed or hand washing.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Raw salmon in packaging in reach in cooler not removed from packaging. See stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter 70F on counter employee moved to reach in freezer.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Daishhy E.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared at different kitchen and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cook chili cook gravy.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Front cooks line
Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead inside pan of water underneath sink pastry area. 8 dead roaches behind cabinet underneath hand washing sink 1 dead roach by ice machine employee removed dead roaches and sanitized area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Water on cutting board
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Reach in cooler by kicking entrance unwashed tomatoes over ready to eat chili gravy
Nov 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Employee washing dishes with soap and water only observed food contact surfaces sanitizer on floor under the sink. Discussed with employee to re sanitize the dishes
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Cucumber stored in plastic take out bag reach in cooler by kitchen entrance
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs over produce reach in cooler by kitchen entrance door employee removed to proper storage
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Beans mash potatoes noodles gravy reach in cooler by three compartment sink
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap.hand washing sink on cooks line
Food stored on floor. Oil case on floor employee removed from floor
Aug 12, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found 16 live flies around Soda dispenser and underneath cabinet.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Back storage handwashing sink
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Marinara sauce and gravy in white buckets not dated reach in cooler by kitchen entrance
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken thawing in three compartment sink
Aug 11, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found 16 live flies around Soda dispenser and underneath cabinet.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Milk 44F at front line station.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Back storage handwashing sink
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Marinara sauce and gravy in white buckets not dated reach in cooler by kitchen entrance
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on cutting board.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken thawing in three compartment sink
Aug 5, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority7 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Employee on cooks line.
Employee used the bathroom and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands upon returning to employee area. Cashier server came out of bathroom and cashed out customer than grabbed customer Togo bag to hand to customer.
Live, small flying insects found 16 live flies around Soda dispenser and underneath cabinet.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Milk 44F at front line station.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Plastic lids stored inside hand sink back storage area
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Jade
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Egg Benedict not identified with an asterisk.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Back storage handwashing sink
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 soap provided at handwash sink. Back kitchen.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Marinara sauce and gravy in white buckets not dated reach in cooler by kitchen entrance
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on cutting board.
Food stored on floor. Oil cases on floor employee began putting a block underneath the oil case
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken thawing in three compartment sink
May 28, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 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.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Poached eggs on menu on advertised with a consumer advisory or identification
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 1 employee
Mar 27, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Employee began working with a ready to eat wrap no hand washing
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Employee cutting tomatoes with no gloves on not to be heated to 145 f
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw salmon over ready to eat foods in reach in cooler on cooks Line.
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.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Poached eggs on menu on advertised with a consumer advisory or identification
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.missing for all employees
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Made copy for management to post on the wall
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand washing sink at cashier line area tested at 76 f ran over two minutes.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On white cut board cooks line
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 1 employee
Equipment in poor repair. Hand washing sink cold knob not functioning on cooks line
Oct 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 84F
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Needs to be moved to end of splitter that has long hose sitting in mop sink.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. By cooks line
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Apr 16, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Moved to other end
Accumulation of calcium substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Apr 15, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Moved to other end
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.
Accumulation of calcium substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jul 11, 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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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. Emailed to operator
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled.
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. Emailed to operator
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment in kitchen
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.