WATERVUE GRILLE
700 HARBOUR POST DR, Tampa FL 33602 · 8134181580
Last inspected Aug 5, 2026 · 13 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Panko bin had 1 live roach inside. Rice bin had 1 live roach inside.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022006837 | Feb 1, 2022 | Mar 17, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Aug 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cut boards
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Baby tomatoes stored above garlic and bagged Brussels walk in cooler.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Red bucket on floor. Moved off floor
Jan 14, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 12, 2026Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 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 https:// www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ change of ownership restaurant hasn’t applied for new license. Establishment Open and operating to the public Priority: High Priority
Observed: Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches on floor under grill on the cooks line. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer tablets stored on shelf with food, employee moved items to the appropriate location. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Printed for manager. Manager posted on wall Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach on floor next to co2 tanks. On cooks line. Priority: Basic
Observed: Open dumpster lid. Priority: Basic
Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Pork belly cooked vacuum sealed 1 day ago per operator. Chef added proper labels at time of inspection. Cook beef individually vacuum sealed 1 day ago not properly labeled employee added proper labels. Priority: Basic
Oct 29, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 29, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach ontop of dish washing machine inside roach trap. 1 live roach inside the panko breading bin next to two compartment sink. 5 live roaches on the side of rice bin lid. 1 live inside the rice bin. 1 live roach on wall of the 2 comp sink 1 live roach by faucet of 2 comp sink 2 live roaches behind meat slicer by 2 compartment sink. 1 live underneath the can good shelf next.
Dead roaches on premises. 7 dead roaches inside roach trap on top of dish washing machine. 1 dead roach ontop of dish washing machine. 3 dead roaches on floor by panel box 2 dead roaches on trap on floor next to panel box area. 7 dead roaches under dish washing machine. 9 dead roaches underneath wheel of reach in cooler by wash 5 dead roaches underneath the soda boxes shelf. 14 dead roaches underneath the dry dish green shelf close to mop sink. 7 dead roaches underneath the meat slicer table by 2 comp sink and office. 8 dead underneath the can good shelf next to office. 9 dead roaches inside office on floor around computer and chair.
Oct 28, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 5 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 priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. French fries in Home Depot buckets walk In. Cooler
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach ontop of dish washing machine inside roach trap. 1 live roach inside the panko breading bin next to two compartment sink. 5 live roaches on the side of rice bin lid. 1 live inside the rice bin. 1 live roach on wall of the 2 comp sink 1 live roach by faucet of 2 comp sink 2 live roaches behind meat slicer by 2 compartment sink. 1 live underneath the can good shelf next.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Panko bin had 1 live roach inside. Rice bin had 1 live roach inside.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.main cooks line raw shrimp
Dead roaches on premises. 7 dead roaches inside roach trap on top of dish washing machine. 1 dead roach ontop of dish washing machine. 3 dead roaches on floor by panel box 2 dead roaches on trap on floor next to panel box area. 7 dead roaches under dish washing machine. 9 dead roaches underneath wheel of reach in cooler by wash 5 dead roaches underneath the soda boxes shelf. 14 dead roaches underneath the dry dish green shelf close to mop sink. 7 dead roaches underneath the meat slicer table by 2 comp sink and office. 8 dead underneath the can good shelf next to office. 9 dead roaches inside office on floor around computer and chair.
Jul 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 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. Observation for one employee.
Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed multiple serv safe trainings with a Chicago brand.
Apr 18, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. For raw fish
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. Observation for one employee.
Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed multiple serv safe trainings with a Chicago brand.
Apr 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Raw salmon and raw sword fish
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. 4 bags of raw fish not thawed during reduced oxygen packaging process not removed from bag.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Middle reach in cooler on main line Cook shrimp 48 f tuna 47 f employee moved to freezer 2nd temp Reach in cooler door under grill Cold holding: raw salmon 48 f raw fish 48 f raw chicken 48 f ambient air temperature 52 f held less than 4 hours.
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. For raw fish
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. Observation for one employee.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cook pasta noodles bean dip
Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed multiple serv safe trainings with a Chicago brand.
Nov 13, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. In Reach in cooler
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Rusted cabinets in bar area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors and drains throughout kitchen and bar area soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Sides of equipment
Jan 31, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under equipment.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Jul 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over condiments in make station on hot line, operator moved them.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.back hand sink by dish area, employee replaced.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Discussed with operator proper air drying of clean equipment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Sides of equipment
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. In walk in cooler
Jul 18, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator will replace when truck comes in today.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors and drains under equipment soild
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Sides of equipment
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
shelves in bar with rust that has pitted the surface.
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.