YBOR CITY TAP HOUSE
1600 E 8 AVE E113, Tampa FL 33605 · 813-241-0000
Last inspected Jun 10, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 31 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jun 10, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed operator had chlorine test strips expired in 2020.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a mold like substance on white plastic deflector inside ice machine bin at time of inspection
Jun 2, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 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 after multiple runs and priming of dish machine testing at 0ppm of chlorine at time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards in kitchen at time of inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed operator had chlorine test strips expired in 2020.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a mold like substance on white plastic deflector inside ice machine bin at time of inspection
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored between reach in cooler and prep table on cooks line at time of inspection. Operator removed knives.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mops stored in mop sink not set to dry at time of inspection.
Nov 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Reach in freezer doors insulation exposed.
Apr 29, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked chicken in reach in cooler. Employee relocated.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near ice machine.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Ramiken in butter.
Food stored on floor. Bulk oil on floor near ice machine. Employee relocated.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.2 knives between reach in cooler and prep table.
Feb 27, 2025□ 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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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On shelf over prep table. Employee removed.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Reach in freezer next to steam well.
Dec 10, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over mixed cheese in reach in cooler. Operator relocated.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On shelf over prep table. Employee removed.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Reach in freezer next to steam well.
Apr 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate6 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. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Spray bottle in handwash sink at bar. Operator removed at time of inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken in reach in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with clear liquid at bar.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage on prep table in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Bulk oil on floor in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in cooler.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Clear container on dish drying rack.
Stored food not covered. Bread in reach in cooler.
Aug 25, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken, lettuce and multiple items in the reach in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with yellow substance at dish machine area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine.
Clean utensils stored between equipment. Knifes between prep table and reach in cooler
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Reach in freezer in kitchen.
Aug 16, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Chlorine 0 ppm.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cold holding: salsa 48 F, cooked chicken 50 F,
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: salsa 48 F, cooked chicken 50 F,
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Chicken wings in handwash sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken, lettuce and multiple items in the reach in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with yellow substance at dish machine area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Clean utensils stored between equipment. Knifes between prep table and reach in cooler
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee ice cream over food in reach in freezer.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Reach in freezer in kitchen.
Stored food not covered. Bread and chicken in reach in cooler operator coved at time of inspection.
Jul 13, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation on reach in cooler near steam well.
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.